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Paul Alexander- The Man in an Iron Lung Dies after over 70 years in and Iron Lung

Paul Alexander is widely known as “the man in the iron lung”. Paul developed polio in 1952 when he was just 6 years old. He had since spent over 70 years in an iron lung. Paul learned to read, writ...

Ex Pennsylvania Nurse Admits to killing 19 patients

Heather Pressdee, a former nurse from Pennsylvania, has confessed to trying to kill more than a dozen additional patients. She gave lethal doses of insulin to 19 patients at five nursing homes, som...

Nurse Managers Listen Up!-- A letter to all Nurse Managers/Leaders From Nurses Everywhere

"I understand that you are facing a critical situation in the healthcare industry right now. Nurses are leaving their bedside roles and even the profession as a whole at an alarming rate. It's dish...

10 Easy Steps to Combat Nurse Burnout

Are you a nurse feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and emotionally drained from your job? You're not alone - burnout is a widespread issue in the nursing profession. But what exactly causes burnout in...

Nurse Bullying Vs. Professional Communication

"In today's increasingly dynamic healthcare landscape, it's important for nurses to both understand and assert their rights against workplace bullying. A solid plan built on strong professional com...

Nurse Critically Injured by a Patient in Rhode Island

A male nurse is in critical condition after being attacked by a patient...

Coping With Grief--- Stories from the ICU

"The call was saturated in tears, weeping, and praying as they watched their father, grandfather, and husband take his last breath. I was crying alongside his family"

KPS vs PPS in Hospice: The Great Debate

  "According to a study in the Journal of Palliative Care, the KPS and PPS scales are interchangeable functional tools"

Who are Last Responders?

“Last Responders are those who walk alongside people and their families on the Hospice Journey.” 

New Hospice Nurse Tips

" It's crucial to prioritize your own well-being as a hospice nurse. The nature of the job can take a toll on you both emotionally and physically..." This article emphasizes important tips for new ...