The Nursing Reference Center

Nursing Degree Resources & Guides

• Doctor of Nurse Practitioner Online (DNP) - Learn what it takes to earn your Doctor of Nurse Practitioner
• Online Nurse Practitioner Degree: Factors to Consider – What you should look for when considering an online nurse practitioner degree.
• Online Nurse Practitioner Programs - A comprehensive list of the online nurse practitioner programs that are available.
• Guide to Nursing Degree Programs – This guide address questions like, areas of study, educational requirements, and career opportunities.
• Nurse Practitioner Career Resource – How advancing your degree will help with our nursing career.
• Nurse Midwifery Career Guide – Discusses the jobs, salaries, and educational requirements for becoming a nurse midwife.
• Registered Nurse Career – Exams the jobs, opportunities, and responsibilities associated with a RN Career.
• BSN Degree – Learn more about how to get your bachelor of nursing degree.
• Online RN to BSN – Get your bachelors in nursing degree online and advance your career.

Nursing Career Advice

• Career Advice Resources – Here, you can find a mentor, look for schools, get help with resumes, and more.
• Do Your Homework – An article anyone interested in nursing should read before they apply for a job.
• Futures in Nursing – Provides information for career planning.
• Career Advice – A large resource page with plenty of links and articles that can guide you in your search for a nursing career.
• Traveling Nurse Career - A career as a traveling nurses has become a hot position due to the many benefits.
• Discover Nursing – A helpful site that can answer questions for anyone interested in a nursing career.
• Nature of the Work – Describes what kind of work is involved as a registered nurse, and what you can expect.
• Job Opportunities for Registered Nurses – Due to the shortage of nurses there are many unique job opportunities.
• Nurse Careers – Page that gives a basic run-down of nursing and various occupations.
• Starting Nursing as a Second Career – Information about becoming a nurse.
• Careers in Nursing – Listing of the top nursing careers.
• Becone a RN – A page that details what it takes to become a RN.

Nursing Degrees

• Masters in Nursing Administration Program – Prepares you for executive level management.
• RN to BSN Program – Helps RN’s prepare for administrative postions.
• Online RN to BSN – Discusses the pros and cons of obtaining your degree online.
• Masters in Nursing - Advanced degree for RN’s, required to become a Nurse Practitioner.
• Family Nurse Practitioner Program – Provide healthcare to those who have common health problems.
• Womens Health Nurse Practitioner – Clinical management women from adolescence to elders.
• Nurse Midwife Degree – Helps to improve the health of mothers, babies and families.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist Degree – For nurses who want to work in nurse consulting and or education.
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program – For nurses who want to focus on mental illnesses.
• Nursing Education Degree – Prepares nurses for the Certified Nurse Educator Exam
• Adult Health Nurse Practitioner – For nurses who wish to focus on the growing area of older adult health.
• Gerontology Degree Online – Prepares nurses for the Gerontological Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification
• Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Degree – Focus on patients who are critically ill.

History of Nursing

• Nursing History – This organization is dedicated to nursing and its history, and how it can shape the nurses of today.
• Museum of Nursing History – A Philadelphia museum with facts, exhibits, and pictures focusing on nursing’s history.
• Florence Nightingale – A biography of the world’s most well-known nurse.
• Brief History of Nursing – A brief overview of the rich history of nursing.
• Black Nurses in History – A resource guide to various publications and websites dedicated to black nurses in history.
• Civil War Nurses – This page discusses the nurses and their role during the Civil War.
• The Nurse’s Cap – Web page that discusses the history and importance of caps worn by nurses throughout time.

Internet Guides for Nurses

• Nursing on the Net – Various healthcare-related resources for those in nursing.
• Virtual Nursing Center – Glossaries, references, and much more for anyone interested in nursing or for those already involved.
• Nursing Theory Page – In-depth look at many different nursing theories.
• How to Become a Registered Nurse - A step-by-step guide of how to become a registered nurse.
• Education Resources – A comprehensive website with resources for nursing education.
• Online Resources – This page provides a list of links to many different nursing resources.
• Nursing License – Provides detailed information on the NCLEX Exam.
• Nurse’s Guide – Many different informative articles can be found here discussing various aspects of nursing.
• Nurse Practitioner Resources – A page providing an in depth listing of resources for nurse practitioners.
• Home Nursing Guide – Information for patients and nurses on home care.
• Registered Nurse Resource Guide – A resource guide to various aspects of the field of registered nursing.

Nursing Journals & Databases

• American Journal of Nursing – Publication for nurses since 1900.
• Journal of Professional Nursing – A large database of informative articles for the nursing professional.
• BMC Nursing Journal – This journal specializes in biomedical nursing.
• The Nursing Times – A contemporary community for nurses where they can share information and find helpful tools.
• Nursing Standard – Based in the UK, this journal/magazine contains plenty of good insight for nurses worldwide.
• Nurse.com – An online journal where professionals can find employment, watch videos, read articles, and more.
• Pediatric Nursing Journal – A journal designed specifically for pediatric nurses.

Nursing Ethics

• Codes of Ethics for RN’s – A basic code of ethics for nurses in the nation of Canada.
• International Center for Nursing Ethics – A worldwide focused organization that deals in ethics of nursing.
• Codes of Ethics – This site lists links to codes of ethics for nurses in various countries.
• ANA Code of Ethics – Here is the code of ethics as set forth by the American Nurses Association.
• Scenarios – This page shows two examples, or scenarios, where ethics and nursing were involved.
• What to Expect – An informative article about what nurses can expect in terms of ethics codes.
• Standard of Practice – The basic and important standards by which all nurses should follow.

Nursing Research

• Nursing Research Journal – Official journal for nursing research.
• NINR – Official website for the National Institute of Nursing Research.
• Applied Nursing Research – This journal features peer-reviewed research and results; a great resource for nurses to explore.
• Midwest Nursing Research Society – An organization that helps promote the growth of nurse scientists.
• Importance of Nursing Research – A speech given in 2003 that focuses on the importance of research in the field of nursing.
• Nursing Research – Contains editorial articles and information about nursing research.
• Military Nursing Research – History and information about nursing research for various branches of the military.

Nursing Specialties

• Geriatric Nursing – Journal for nurses who specialize in geriatrics, or the elderly.
• Pediatric Nursing FAQ’s – Frequently asked questions for those interested in pediatric nursing.
• ICU Nurses – An easy to navigate database with answers for ICU nurses (intensive care).
• Top 10 Nursing Specialties – A list of the top ten paying nursing specialties today.
• Types of Specialties – This article lists the various types of nursing specialties available.
• Oncology Nursing Society – An organization dedicated to nurses specializing in oncology.
• AIDS Care – This site is devoted to the nurses who assist patients dealing with the AIDS virus.

Professional Nursing Organizations

• American Academy of Nursing – Promoting care through education and knowledge.
• ACNP – The American College of Nurse Practitioners, which offers education, seminars, and more.
• Occupational Health Nurses – An organization focusing on nurses who specialize in occupational health.
• Australian Nursing Federation – Official home page for nurses in Australia to come together and work towards better care.
• Student Nurses Association – A group dedicated to promoting nursing education and proper ethics, practices, and research.
• Organization Resources – A thorough list of links for various nursing organizations and practices, including specialties.
• Nursing Alliance – This group gathers various organizations together to help strengthen the nursing industry.

Nursing Salaries

• RN Hourly Rate – This page provides a snapshot of the average hourly rate for a registered nurse.
• Statistics – Provides income information based on location and more.
• Nursing Salary Outlook – This page gives an outlook on salaries, based on individual specialties.
• Salaries – Offers a calculator and other tools so users can see what they can expect from their salary as a nurse.
• Titles – This page shows average salaries in nursing based on job titles.
• Registered Nurse (RN) Salaries – Salaries continue to raise due to the shortage of nurses.
• Nurse Practitioner Salaries – With most physicians shifting their focus away from general to specialized practice now is a good time to become a nurse practitioner.
• International Comparison – Here, nurses can compare salaries by job title and country.
• Registered Nurses – Salary information from the US Dept. of Labor.

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