Nursing

RN career advisor Valerie Grossman cautions nurse not to abandon hospital safe-lifting practices over peer pressure.

Preparing obese hospital patients for transport and diagnostic scans can challenge nurses, support staff, and interpretations of test results. Be prepared with our guide to working with your largest patients.

Nurse needs help managing child care needs and scheduling requirements. RN columnist Valerie Grossman offers tips on how to suggest compromises with the boss so all parties get their due.

Stand up against violence directed at ED nurses by becoming involved in anti-violence programs, accessing professional organizations, and requesting training and better security procedures.

It's never too late to reenter patient care in nursing. But be specific about which field you intend to enter, and review your retirement plans, before changing careers.

Guidance for nurses who want to integrate higher education into their already busy lives.

How to avoid giving up a current senior nursing position without burning your bridges with hospital management.

If you're passed over for a new job, grieve its loss, but don't let others define your career path.

Now that I've worked on my unit for a few years, I'd like to become a clinical educator. How do I move into that role?