What You Need To Know About Older Nurses: Myths and Realities

Today’s nursing force is aging with an average age of 44 and average retirement age at 61 Current strategies to address the continued nursing shortage includes retaining older nurses and delaying retirement for those leaving the workforce prematurely.

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What is Recovery in Substance Abuse? Answered by an Alcoholic Nurse

very September, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association sponsors Recovery Month to raise awareness of substance abuse and mental health issues.

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Co-worker Impersonating a Nurse - Am I obligated to report this to the BON?

Dear Lorie I suspect a co-worker is impersonating a nurse. He was hired as a medical assistant, but recently states he has obtained RN licensure, although this is not supported by the state BON verification link.

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Racial Discrimination In The Nursing Profession

Racial discrimination is the discrimination of minority individuals based on their race, skin color, or ethnicity.

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New Grad Age 60 Can't Land a Job

Dear Nurse Beth, I have written to you before regarding ageism. I earned my BSN about 2 years ago and still do not have a job as a nurse.

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A Negative Workplace Can Be Contagious

Positivity can breed productivity, and it sure makes for a more pleasant day. Although being surrounded by negativity in the workplace can sap your energy, happiness and productivity.

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