Experienced, highly regarded among their peers, and great specialists in their fields, Charge Nurses play an indispensable part in the healthcare system. The smooth running of any nursing unit is, in large part, due to them. It’s a nursing role of much responsibility and equal reward. Every nursing department has a Charge Nurse who is, […]
The sky is the limit. When it comes to nursing, we’re not only speaking metaphorically. With the right education, training, and skills, you can take your career to the skies and become a Flight Nurse. Flight nursing is a highly competitive specialty in the nursing field. It is characterized by the unconventionality of the work […]
Throughout history and even now, nursing has been viewed as a female profession. With roots anchored deep in the Catholic Church, history shows it was nuns from religious nursing orders who rushed to care for injured soldiers during the Civil War. Today, in a post-pandemic COVID-19 society, many gender roles have been tossed up and thrown out. […]
Is nursing school a challenge if you’re the first in your family to attend college? For sure. Is it still possible to succeed? Definitely! At Nightingale College, 49% of our learner population are first generation college learners! Being the first in your family to attend college is a huge achievement on its own, but it […]
Although people between the ages of 18-22 typically grace the covers of college marketing materials, that’s not the only reality. Being an older student may present unique challenges, but maturity also has its advantages. At Nightingale College, 61% of our learner population are between the ages of 25-39, and 21% are age 40 […]
You love babies. For you, there is nothing more rewarding than watching a newborn’s cry turn into a smile. One of the main reasons you went into nursing in the first place is to work with infants. You’ll go above and beyond just to know the little bundle of joy is healthy and able to […]
Going to nursing school and becoming a Registered Nurse is undoubtedly a major investment in your future. It’s a job that pays well. According to the BLS, the average RN salary in 2020 was $80,010. The career also enjoys a great outlook with a 7% growth projection throughout the decade, much faster than average. But […]
Thank you, from the Southern Nevada State VA Home Every single one of our partners are amazing and great to work with, but sometimes the Partnerships Team has to work a little harder to keep things running smoothly. This past semester, Julie Janke from the Partnerships team was working with a new partner to find […]
Savannah Salvesen decided early that she wanted to be in the healthcare industry when she grew up. That was going to be the pathway for her life. She was six. The event that sparked this ambition was a moment of clumsiness on her part. In her rush to get to the piano in her […]
There are two main educational paths that will result in Registered Nurse status. You can either pursue a Bachelor’s Degree right off the bat or you can enroll in an Associate Degree nursing program and start practicing as an RN as soon as you pass the NCLEX-RN. However, having a BSN is increasingly becoming the […]
Dionne Jaques’ Journey to Achieving Her Dreams If you speak to Dionne Jaques, she won’t be able to hear you. That’s because Dionne is profoundly deaf. She can’t hear anything quieter than a lawn mower’s roar. Dionne is on the nursing faculty of Nightingale College—and is earning her BS to MSN Ed degree with Nightingale—and […]
Anchorage, AK RN – Progressive Care Unit
A nurse anesthetist is an advanced practice nurse (APRN) who plays a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem. It’s a career track that invariably comes with a tremendous amount of responsibility, but working as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certainly has its perks. From professional satisfaction, personal fulfillment to increased financial stability, putting in […]
Negotiating a salary for an entry-level position can be tricky, but not impossible. It’s all about showing the employer the value you can bring to their organization. Watch the videos linked below for great pointers on negotiating a salary if you are just finishing college versus if you are a seasoned professional. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQ3r8a__Fy4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqzPlpFfzsE
Video interviews are more and more common. Here are some things to remember when you are preparing for a video interview. Wear colors. Computer cameras tend to wash you out, so having some color will help you look healthy and engaging. It may be worth applying some make-up, particularly to your eyes and mouth, to […]
Finding the perfect job isn’t just about you filling an organization’s needs. It’s also about finding an organization that meets YOUR needs, and not just paying your bills. Think about what is important to you in your daily life and compare your needs to what the organization represents. Do you need excellent health benefits […]
When Jayden Galvez started nursing school with Nightingale College, he thought he was signing up for a great career. He had no idea that a few years later he would be in the epicenter of the nation’s fight against COVID-19, confident in his abilities to care for patients, but learning something new every day. But […]
Health professions are in high demand, so finding a great job will likely not be too challenging, but we want you to find the perfect job for you. Here are some ideas and resources to make that happen. Chronological or Functional Resume? First, in health care, you can do either a chronological resume or a […]
Congratulations on your interview! It is also important for you to understand the culture of the organization so you know whether you will be happy there. You are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you. Interviewing is the first step in the job process to showcase to your potential employer your professional skills […]
