NURSING

Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Hospital Nurses Doubt Virtual Help

Hospitals are trying out virtual nurses to fix their staffing problems. These virtual nurses use video and messaging to check on patients from far away. But a new study shows that this might not be the solution everyone hoped for. Researchers talked to 880 nurses from 10 different states. They foun

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Celebrating Future Nurses: A Look into FVCC's Pinning Ceremony

Nursing students at Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC) are about to take a big step. They have worked hard to get to this point. On December 16th, at 3:30 p. m. , FVCC will honor its nursing graduates with a pinning ceremony. This event is open to everyone. It will take place in the Arts & Tec

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Nurses' Views on Holistic Care: A Different Approach

Nurses have unique insights into patient care. They see things others might miss. This is especially true in anthroposophic nursing. It's a type of care that goes beyond the usual medical methods. It considers the whole person, not just the illness. What do nurses think about this approach? It's a

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Boosting Veteran Care: Nurses Lead the Way

Nurses are the backbone of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the biggest employer of nurses in the U. S. With over 120, 000 nurses caring for more than 9 million veterans, their role is huge. But there's a catch: not enough research has been done to make nursing care even better within the V

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Caring for Kids in a Changing World

Parenting is not what it used to be. Today, families come in all shapes and sizes. This change affects how kids grow and learn. Nurses play a big role in supporting both kids and parents. They need to understand the challenges of modern families. Social diversity is a big part of today's world. Fam

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Dec 03 2025EDUCATION

Graduate Degrees and Student Loans: What's the Deal?

Some graduate degrees are not seen as "professional" ones. This might make it harder for students to get loans. The list of professional degrees includes things like pharmacy, dentistry, and law. But nursing and other degrees are not on this list. The Department of Education says this won't be a bi

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Nursing's Fight for Fair Recognition: A Critical Look at the Department of Education's Proposal

In the heart of rural America, nurse practitioners often stand as the sole healthcare providers, bridging critical gaps in medical care. Their expertise, honed through rigorous education and experience, is vital in underserved communities. Yet, a recent proposal by the Department of Education threat

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Dec 02 2025HEALTH

How a Credit System Changed Nursing Students' Views

A recent study looked at how a credit system affected nursing students' views of their profession and the stigma around hepatitis B patients. The idea was to see if this system could improve their communication, thinking, and learning skills. The study involved nursing interns in infectious disease

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Nursing Students and Spiritual Care: What Makes a Difference?

In the world of healthcare, taking care of a person's spirit is just as important as looking after their body. Nurses play a big role in this, but what helps them do this job well? A recent study looked into this question, focusing on nursing students in Iran. It wanted to see how being spiritually

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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

What Nurses Think About Anthroposophic Care

Nurses have a unique view on anthroposophic nursing care. This approach blends traditional nursing with holistic practices. It's all about treating the whole person, not just the illness. Nurses see it as a way to connect deeply with patients. Anthroposophic care focuses on the mind, body, and spir

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