25 Android Apps Every Nurse Needs

July 29, 2010

Being a nurse requires nerves of steel and plenty of savvy. Many nurses also have a great deal of helpful knowledge that can help them make their patients more comfortable, and even save lives in a number of dire situations. Technology is great, because it helps registered nurses stay on top of what is happening in medical world. Portable technology is especially helpful, since it allows nurses to check information at the bedside. If you are looking for ways to improve your performance as nurse, and you have technology running on Android, you can have everything you need practically at your fingertips. Here are 25 great Android apps that any nurse can use:

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50 Excellent RN and Nursing Groups on Facebook

July 22, 2010

Facebook offers many opportunities for nurses and RNs to join groups for work-related support, for organizing and for peer-based support. This list of 50 excellent RN and nursing groups found on Facebook are but a fraction of the total number of groups you can join to further your career or your interests. While most of the groups listed below are public and you can view them when you are not logged into Facebook, a few require requests and cannot be viewed unless you are a Facebook member. [click to continue…]

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25 Facebook Apps to Improve Your Health and Happiness

July 1, 2010

You don’t have to be a nurse or other health care professional to know that exercise and good nutrition are important to your health. However, actually doing what you know you should do can be difficult and discouraging. Sometimes you need a little bit of help. Happily, there are a number of places on online [...]

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20 Amazing Infographics for Health Conscious People

April 20, 2010

Not too long ago, Mashable offered a look at 5 great health infographics. These infographics offer some insight into the state of health in our economy, as well as offering some perspective on different health issues. With all the recent focus on health care reform, and with many looking for ways to increase their health, [...]

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Top 25 Cruise Ship Nursing Blogs

February 3, 2010

When many people think about nursing, they picture hospitals and clinics. However, these are not the only places where nurses are in demand. In fact, the field of travel nursing is becoming more popular as nurses realize that they can receive pay for traveling. And one of the ways that you can get into travel [...]

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50 Must-Bookmark Nursing Care Plan Libraries

January 6, 2010

Proper patient care at times requires planning. Knowing what treatment is prescribed, as well as what has been done so far can be quite helpful. Additionally, it is vital that you have some idea of how to proceed. Planning out medication, therapy and other treatment can help you proceed in a logical manner. Additionally, a [...]

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Top 50 RN Blogs

December 10, 2009

If you are looking to be a registered nurse — or if you already are — you might feel the need to have someone who understands you. Across the blogosphere, nurses are sharing their stories and telling it like it is. Many of the blogs are available are insightful, funny and informational. If you are [...]

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40 Must-Know Google Hacks & Tips for Medical Professionals

December 2, 2009

Hopefully, you are aware that Google is growing by leaps and bounds in the health care field, especially for medical professionals. You can use free Google resources to help your patients, to quickly find resources both online and in your neighborhood and beyond, or you can use Google to build your business with little effort. [...]

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25 Free Open Courseware Classes for Nurses

November 25, 2009

If you are a nurse, it helps to stay up to date on the latest medical information and knowledge. Additionally, it can also help to have regular refreshers on the human body, as well as be reminded about administration, caring and procedure. There are a number of open courseware classes for nurses that are free [...]

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7 Tips to Eat Healthier on the Cheap

August 28, 2009

In support of the widely spoken and believed phrase that we eat to live; yes we should eat for us to live. It is very unfortunate since the manner in which you should eat is not specified in this statement. You should make an effort to see that you enjoy a healthy diet each time [...]

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