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How to Survive Night Shift as a Nurse from Those Who've Done It!

The dreaded night shift! Get some top tips from those who've done it and survived to tell the tale! We've put together a list of resources for anyone struggling with or trying to feel better when managing shift work.

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Anxiety and Panic Attacks at Work

The hustle and bustle of nursing life, helping people and working on the frontline is – for many people – one of the main appeals of the job. However, with it comes great responsibility, potential burnout, stress and anxiety.

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Profession Highlight: Cleaners – The Unsung Heroes of the Pandemic

When we think of frontline workers who have shaped the pandemic, our minds often wander (and not incorrectly) to our nurses and hospital crew, who have worked themselves into the ground. However, our industrial cleaners were another group of frontline ‘heroes’ that often flew under the radar.

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A Day in the Life of a Nurse

Nurses don’t necessarily follow the same 9-5 work schedule as a lot of the working population. Instead, they follow ever-changing work schedules that vary from morning, afternoon, and night shifts. Here is how to prepare yourself, including some handy tips and words of wisdom from Nurse Molly.

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What’s the Difference Between an EN and an RN?

There are so many fields of nursing you can go into. Two of the most common types of nursing are Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Registered Nurses (RNs). Despite being similar in name, there are many differences between an EN and an RN.

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Profession Highlight: Childcare and the Nurturing of the Next Generation

At first glance, working in childcare may seem like an ‘easy’ job that allows you to paint and play with playdough all day. This is not the case!

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Beauty Therapy: Bouncing Back from a Pandemic

The past two years have been a wild ride. With numerous lockdowns in countries around the world, businesses had to change and adapt in ways they’ve never had to before. The beauty industry has been one of the hardest hit.

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8 Tips for Dealing with Patient Attachment as a Nurse

Patient attachment is a challenging aspect of a career in nursing. Often, you may face confronting situations that force you to show a level of empathy without getting too attached.

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Overcoming Self-Doubt When Becoming a Nurse

In any high-stress working environment, there’s the potential to second guess decisions made. As a nurse, overcoming self-doubt is something you need to achieve to thrive in your role. Having confidence in yourself and your abilities is crucial, as well as gaining the trust of those around you.

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International and Rural Nursing: What you need to know

There are many options for nurses who are looking to expand on their career and take it to the next level. International and rural nursing positions are great ways for nurses to expand on their knowledge and help places that might be less fortunate.

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New Nurse Nerves - is it Just a Bad Shift or is Nursing Not What You Thought It Was Going to Be?

What happens if after a few weeks or even months of working on the frontline you’re just not feeling it?

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5 Tips for a Healthy Work/Life Balance as a Nurse

Achieving and perfecting a healthy work/life balance as a nurse can be challenging – especially when confronted with challenging work environments.

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Men in Nursing: What you Should Know

Male nurses are often seen as a breach of stereotypes, but they are an important part of our nursing community.

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Profession Highlight: Aged Care

The impact of aged care workers has increased tenfold during the pandemic. It's such a rewarding career with so many opportunities.

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Profession Highlight: Midwifery

Midwifery is one of the oldest professions in history. Today, it remains one of the most popular branches of nursing.

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Profession Highlight: Vet Nurse

Working on the frontline doesn’t always mean working in the hospital. Vet nurses play an integral part in keeping our fur-friends healthy.

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Exploring the Effects of Burnout in Nursing

Burnout is a global phenomenon that’s sweeping the globe almost as quickly as the pandemic. During the past 18 months, many of us have been pushed to our limits, particularly frontline health workers like nurses.

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Things Every New Nurse Should Know Before Beginning Their Career

Every new nurse goes through feelings of excitement and nervousness when they finish their studies and get out into the big wide world, but what can you expect once you start your grad year and beyond? We’ve put together some tips on how to navigate your career as a new nurse.

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Different Types of Nurses – Where can your Career Take You?

It’s fair to say that our Healthcare Heroes make up a huge chunk of the working population! But did you know that there are a lot of options and career pathways when it comes to being a nurse? It’s not just a one size fits all profession!

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Your Student Nursing Questions Answered with @shylalockhart_

Have you ever considered a career as a nurse (aka one of our healthcare heroes!), but you weren’t too sure where to start, or if it’s the right career for you? We’ve asked student nurse Shyla Lockhart about her experience and any tips she has for those