August 25, 2024 |
What is the role of resilience in being a nurse? I believe I am a resilient person. I also believe that my resilience has been as a result of challenges that I have overcome over the years. Recently resiliency came up in conversation in the context of nursing practice. The U.S. Department of State describes… Read more
June 18, 2024
“If it is not documented, then it is not done.” This expression is one that is commonly known amongst nurses working in direct care roles. Beyond this expression, is a need to recognize the value that documentation provides in care delivery. As a nurse and/or healthcare professional, the responsibility one has is to provide the… Read more
May 12, 2024 |
National Nurses Week runs May 6th through May 12th. The celebratory week culminates on Florence Nightingale’s birthday. May 12th is recognized as International Nurses Day by the International Council of Nurses. This year marks the 30th year of celebrating National Nurses Week. I have been a nurse for 24 years this June. I still remember… Read more
September 21, 2023
Nightingale Apps is re-releasing Know My Nurse Life, our iMessage digital sticker app with 21 nurse and medical themed emoji-like images to enhance your SMS messages. Soon to be available in Apple’s App store for a nominal purchase. Below is Nightingale Apps’ Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Your privacy is important to us. It is Nightingale… Read more
August 21, 2023
Last week I had two once-a-year visits back to back. One was with my Primary Care Provider (PCP) and the second was with a new dermatologist. Both visits were booked out 9 months or longer in advance which initially surprised me. As someone who is a healthcare professional of over 20 years and actively working… Read more
Dr. Kelley has 23 years of nursing experience. She spent the last 20 years working in the field of nursing informatics. Read more
