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So, you’ve been asked to take the TEAS as a part of your admissions requirements for nursing or allied health school. But where do you begin? Here’s what you need to know before you register to take the TEAS. What is the TEAS? The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a multiple-choice assessment of…

There’s no doubt that 2021 was a hectic year for everyone, but especially for nurses and nursing students. As we reach the end of this year and move into a new one, it’s important to take time to reflect on the past 12 months, while also looking ahead to determine your goals for 2022. We’re…

Every person is different, so this routine is not an “end-all-be-all” routine. Rather, consider the tips here as some new ideas to add to your current routine or to revamp your day to day. Wake up early: It’s important to be alert and ready when you arrive at school or start being productive. Waking up earlier…

Making mistakes is a common occurrence in everyone’s lives, but being able to learn from them is key. Nursing school can be a very stressful experience, but learning from your own and others’ mistakes is beneficial to growth. Consider these aspects of making mistakes and how they can impact you: Not asking enough questions: If you…

Nursing school applications are on the rise. As you begin your application process, it’s important to remember not to be intimidated but rather see the increased competition as motivation to stand out from the crowd. Below are a few tips to stay ahead of the curve when getting ready to apply to nursing school. Each…

Whether graduation is in a couple of months or a couple of years, it’s never too soon or too late to begin practicing interviews for when it’s time to job hunt. Interviews are crucial, because they can be your only chance to make an impression on a potential employer, whether you meet in person or…

Is graduation in sight? Can you finally see the light at the end of your nursing-education tunnel? Are you looking at dates and locations where you’ll be taking the NCLEX? It may be tempting to get distracted when your nursing-career dreams are about to come true. But don’t lose your focus. Now is the time…

Today, we need more nurses than ever before. Unfortunately, nursing schools can only accept a limited number of applicants due to issues such as a lack of faculty to teach and fewer clinical sites that allow students to gain experience in real-life nursing settings. These factors increase competition among those eager to fulfill their dreams…

Are you gearing up to take the NCLEX? As the most important exam of your career, you will want to ensure that you’re taking the time to not only prepare for test day but to also understand the test itself – from knowing how the exam works, the format of the questions, and what the…

A Day in the Life of a Travel Nurse 5 Min Read Kelita Raphael, MSN, FNP-BC, RN-BC, tell us about your nursing career. I started in nursing as a high school student. My high school had an LPN program, so I was able to become licensed as an LPN at 17 years old. Afterward, I completed…