As an incoming nurse, it is important to prioritize responsible social media use and maintain a steadfast commitment to patient privacy and professionalism. Social media platforms offer nurses unique opportunities to engage with peers, stay updated on the latest healthcare advancements, and even educate the public. However, it is essential to tread carefully in this …
As a nurse, you have a unique position of trust and responsibility when it comes to caring for patients. That’s why it’s essential to be mindful of the way you use social media, especially during vacations like spring break when you have more free time to spend on social media and are feeling more …
Drug testing is a common practice in many industries, including the healthcare sector, where it is crucial to maintain the safety and well-being of patients. For nurses, being asked to take a drug test by their employer is a routine procedure designed to ensure that they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol …
Nursing students and nurses are exposed to large amounts of sensitive patient information daily. While it can be tempting to post about your day on social media as other people do, you have to be cautious not to expose someone else’s personal health information. Otherwise, you could face severe consequences for HIPAA violations. What is …
If you are a nurse with a DUI conviction, we need to talk. You might be on probation or not allowed to work at all. If it happened long enough ago that you are back to work, you may still have this cloud hanging over you. Or maybe you recently finished nursing school, and …
If you are a student nurse that been recently convicted of a DUI, you are no doubt very nervous about what this means for the career you have been working so hard toward. The good news is, while this is a grave matter, your career doesn’t have to be over before it even starts. …
You probably already know what a DUI is, driving under the influence (of alcohol or drugs). It’s a severe offense and could cost you your nursing license. A “wet reckless” is considered a lesser offense and is similar to reckless driving, except your criminal record will have a note that drugs and/or alcohol were involved. …
It’s a scam! Here at RN Guardian, we want to ensure that you are always aware of scams and how to avoid them. We know that many nurses fall victim to these types of hoaxes every year. This is precisely why we want you to be aware of the signs so that you can protect …
A DUI is not one that anyone is proud of and can get in the way of your future goals. Mistakes happen, and if they are in the past or occur during nursing school, it doesn’t mean that you’ve wasted years of schooling. It’s best to avoid a DUI. But if you have a DUI …
As a Dean and Director of a nursing school, you are the primary advocate and leader in providing educational advice, training, and helpful resources to nursing students working towards their dream careers. During their nursing program, nurses may face many challenges that could get in the way of graduating and reaching their goals, such as …
