Despite the strides made in creating awareness, there is still a lot of misunderstanding and prejudice among many people about mental illness. It is likely why, as a nurse, you may be hesitant to seek medical treatment for severe depression. Are you worried that it...
Month: December 2021
Failing to return a patient’s call could put your license at risk
When a patient calls the office asking for help from a nurse, that nurse should get back to the patient as soon as possible. Usually, these kinds of office hotlines result in return calls within 24 to 48 hours, which is reasonable for non-emergencies. The recording...
3 reasons you need help defending your nursing license
You have received notice of a disciplinary hearing from the California Board of Registered Nursing, and now you need help. You have worked hard to get your nursing license and to establish yourself as a nursing professional. If your license is at risk, you will...
Incorrect charting of patient information could lead to licensing trouble
When you’re working with multiple patients, it’s absolutely essential that you chart information about them correctly. A number of nurses may be assigned to the same patient over time, so having an accurate chart is of the utmost importance. Charting mistakes may lead...