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4 Ways to Tell That It May Be Time to Change Nursing Jobs

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Dear Counselor,
I have always wanted to become a nurse. I’ve only had one  job since I became an LPN and obtained my nursing license five years ago, but the last year has been terrible. I hate going in to work. I'm depressed when I’m there. But I’m afraid to change jobs. How do I know that I won’t have the same problem in a new place? Should I quit or stay? Maria-Grace

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How Do I Become a Nurse Legal Consultant?

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Hi!

I’m an LPN and I love being a nurse, but I also always wanted to be a lawyer. My mom always said I argued enough to be a good one! Anyway, I heard about nurses who work as legal counsel. Can you tell me more about that field and how to get into it? Thanks!! Noella

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Hi back Noella. Thanks for your question.

The field of legal nurse consulting seems to be growing in the Unit [...]

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3 Important Nurses You May Never Have Heard Of

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I am studying to be a nurse. I'm in a licensed practical nursing school. I like reading about nurses who have made a difference but I don’t get much farther than Florence Nightingale and Clara Burton when I look for them. Can you tell me about some lesser known but important nurses? Thank you, Chantal

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Dear Chantal,


The flip answer to your question would be “every nurse,” wouldn’t it? We like to think we’re all important even if not [...]

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Can Military Spouses Get Help to Go to Nursing School?

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My wife is in the military and we have to move around a bit. I want to get into nursing because it’s pretty portable but money is tight. I was wondering if there was any help through the military, maybe with military nursing, a nursing scholarship or something? I want to be an LPN, if that makes a difference. Thomas


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Dear Thomas,


Life as a military spouse can be difficult when your profession isn’t portable, so choosing something like nur [...]

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Can a Nurse with a Record Go to Nursing School in Texas?

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Ever since I was young, I wanted to be a nurse and I’ve been working hard to be able to do that. I’m a junior, now getting ready to make my applications to a few different nursing schools in Texas. But, two years ago, I was arrested for drug possession and someone told me this means I can’t be an RN or an LPN. It’s all I have ever wanted to do. Is this true? Katelynne

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Is Going to Nursing School in Hawaii a Good Idea?

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Since I decided to become a nurse, I’ve been thinking of going to nursing school in Hawaii. After all, is there a more perfect place to go to nursing school? What is it like there? Are there nursing jobs in Hawaii? Would online courses be better? Mahalo! Annie

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Hi Annie, we haven’t had any questions yet about nursing jobs and nursing schools in Hawaii, so let’s try and [...]

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Can Nurses Lead a “Normal” Life?

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Dear Counselor, I want to be a nurse, probably a registered nurse, but I look at the nurses I know and they have no personal life. One is an LPN and is going back to school, but he never sees his family. Another single mom I know is always working shift work. Is it possible to be a nurse and have a normal life? Thanks, Nommi.

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Dear Nommi,

Part of me wants to ask you to define “normal,” because everyone’s normal is a bit different, but I do know what you [...]

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Nursing Schools in New Jersey for Adult Students

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I have a BA in business and am considering a career change. I would like to pursue nursing but am well over 40. Giving today's economic situation, is this a good idea? I'm currently working part-time due to other family obligations and feel this would be a good time to do it, rather than returning to work in my current field on a full time basis. I'm in New Jersey and any schools (LPN) that you can recommend would be helpful. I believe this would be my best option, rather than returning to college at this time. Thanks. A [...]

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Nursing Schools in New York- A Great Place to Live

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I’m considering relocating and going back to school to become a nurse. I’m thinking that going to nursing school in New York State might be the right move. How is New York for nursing? What about online nursing courses-- are they a good idea? Thanks, Nicole

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Hi Nicole. This is a great question because many people use going back to school as an opportunity to pick up and move to another part of the country. Let’s see if we can help.

There are a variety o [...]

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3 Healthcare Career Safe Bets; 3 Great Reaches

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You speak highly of healthcare as a career field. Why is that? What are the occupations that offer the most potential? How should I use my GI Bill benefits? I am entering the Navy after high school in May because college is unaffordable. Would healthcare be a good skill to gain in the Navy and to transition to after my discharge? Bryan

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Bryan, you are definitely thinking ahead and I hope planning on using your GI Bill benefits. Healthcare is a growing field especi [...]

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