Looking Into Infiltration and Extravasation

Infiltration and Extravasation are two IV complications that can be difficult to immediately detect and can lead to adverse patient outcomes...

The Key to Hospice Success

It is more critical than any time before for agencies to hire, train and retained qualified hospice nurses. This has never been as challengi...

Nursing Is a Rewarding Profession

Have you ever considered a career in nursing? For many nurses, they find their work brings them joy, fulfillment and a few surprises each da...

Five Fascinating Registered Nurse Jobs

Although the idea of becoming a medical professional may be exciting, many people do not find the grueling hours spent in a hospital to be e...

A Look at Sepsis

What is Sepsis? Sepsis is the leading cause of death in non-coronary intensive care units (ICUs). The mortality rate is estimated to be betw...

Patient Safety Goal Review

The goals listed below are the items identified by the Joint Commission for Health Care Accreditation for 2015. Each year the JC identifies ...

Suture Needles

Suture needles are used for suturing wounds after an accident or surgery. They generally come as a single piece and have the suture material...