Anyone who has attempted to get into a nursing program has their own story of the challenges potential nurses face. For many, it begins with enrolling in school and successfully completing required prerequisite courses such as Anatomy and Pathophysiology before beginning any nursing classes. These alone can be extremely demanding courses requiring hours of dedicated […]
Lars-Michael Summerhays MSN, RN, serves as Lead Faculty at the Draper DDC, and is a retired Air Force Officer and pilot with a remarkable story of how he became a nurse. Lars’ Story Military Background For as long as I can remember I have wanted to be a pilot. Both my grandfathers served in WWII […]
Are you looking for a new job or your first nursing position, and wondering what to wear to a nursing interview? You’ve come to the right place. Interviews can be tricky, and when you want to make the right impression, it’s important to not overdress or underdress and avoid things that could be potential red […]
Nightingale College Collaborator Lindsay Rasmussen selected for historic trip honoring veterans. Some have the courage and fortitude to serve their country by joining the military. Others support service members through their careers. Some dedicate their time, talent and money to supporting causes that benefit American heroes. Still, there are a select few who do all […]
The term “accreditation” definitely has a ring to it but not everyone knows what it means or why accreditation is such an important asset in the educational field. Accreditation should be one of the decisive factors in the process of selecting any type of educational institution, and you should be well aware of how a […]
Nightingale College celebrates the initial accreditation of the baccalaureate degree nursing program by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through June 30, 2022. With such an achievement, the College is able to offer an accredited RN-to-BSN Program to licensed nurses who are ready to take the next step in the nursing education and career. […]
National Nurses week is an observance of Nurses and an opportunity to express gratitude for all they do. This national celebration has been going on since 1954 thanks to efforts by the American Nurses Association. In addition to President Reagan signing a declaration in 1982, mayors and governors across the United States have also issued […]
Nightingale College Alumni Spotlight for National Nurses Week 2019. Logan Sant was among the graduating class of Fall 2018. With the help of Nightingale Collaborators, he was able to plan a surprise proposal to his girlfriend during his graduation. Here is Logan’s story. Shoshone, Idaho is a small town where I grew up. I was […]
You might have heard conflicting opinions about when to start studying for the NCLEX-RN®. “I just studied the courses, walked right in, finished in 75 questions and that was it.” Or, “You need to absolutely throw yourself into studying for the NCLEX from your first day of nursing school.” It can be hard to know […]
Are you wondering what to expect in your rotations in nursing school? There are five experiential learning rotations in Nightingale College’s ADN and BSN Degree Programs: Psychiatric Obstetric (OB) Pediatric Acute Long-Term Care All of these experiences teach diverse concepts of nursing care. Having a variety of nursing experiences can be helpful for learners who […]
The decisions you make when you are starting or furthering your nursing career can be heavily influenced by how much you earn. Figuring out how much you can make as a nurse is important for planning your education, as well as deciding in which state you will practice. Because searching for nurse salaries by state can […]
You have accepted the calling to become a nurse. Nightingale College is honored to be a part of your educational journey. But how did you get here? Chances are we were not the only school you considered. That’s cool, we’re not the jealous type. Perhaps you anxiously awaited the day you would go to the […]
A neonatal nurse or a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse works with newborns since their birth, up until the age of two. This could mean healthy babies, as well as prematurely born babies or babies born with diseases or malformations. Neonatal nurses have various duties, from bathing, weighing and measuring the newborns, to checking […]
Pediatric nurses use their knowledge and expertise to care for children, from birth, up until their teenage years. Their responsibilities include documenting the patient’s progress and assisting the doctors with tasks such as taking patient histories, checking vital signs or administering vaccines. They have to be prepared to deal with any type of situation, like […]
Traveling nurse is a profession fit for those who like to combine work and leisure. It requires nurses to go to healthcare facilities that struggle with personnel shortage and work there for a specific amount of time. These assignments usually last from 4 to 13 weeks, during which most travel nurses perform tasks similar to […]
Learner Support Services is a team devoted to advancing your academic growth and improving your learner experience. They oversee learner success, veterans support and career resources, just to name a few. Learner Support Services recently organized networking events at DDC locations across Idaho, Utah and Wyoming. For those of you who couldn’t make it, here […]
Whether you want to enroll in a BSN program to start your nursing career or you want to advance in your career by enlisting in a bridge RN-to-BSN program, you have to be very considerate when selecting the nursing school you will apply to. This choice may prove difficult for those who are at the […]
I’m an LPN – Should I get an associate (ADN) or bachelor’s degree (BSN)? If you’re pondering this question, you’re in the right place. Deciding which degree to get is a big decision and investment. The purpose of this blog is to give you an overview of the differences between an Associate Degree in Nursing […]
There are countless reasons why you should pursue a career in nursing. Nursing is not just an emotionally rewarding profession, it can also be a financially rewarding if you are willing to put in the effort required to advance in your career. There are a few paths that you can take in order to enter […]
Are you discouraged because nursing school is so competitive? You may have noticed that it’s difficult to be accepted to a nursing program, or that it’s hard to keep your grades to perfect levels to keep your seat in your program. Why are nursing schools so competitive? This blog will give you an overview of […]
Nightingale College’s learner body includes individuals from all walks of life, with different stories and backgrounds. From refugees to stay-at-home-moms, our learners, no matter what differences and experiences they bring to their cohort and the College, all have a similar passion–caring for others by becoming a nurse. The Learner Spotlight series features a learner who […]
First Ever All-Female Utah Honor FlightJune 6, 2019 - 9:52 am
Nightingale College’s ADN Program Announces Accreditation ResultsMay 1, 2019 - 12:03 pm