Stethoscope over a graphic of a heartbeat
Stethoscope over a graphic of a heartbeat

How To Become a Cardiac Nurse

A cardiovascular nurse, also known as a cardiac nurse, specializes in caring for patients with conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. As part of a cardiology care team, you’ll use your clinical skills to help patients stabilize and live healthier lives.Read More

Nurse meeting with two patients
Nurse meeting with two patients

Why It's Not Too Late To Become a Nurse Later in Life

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether it’s too late to become a nurse? If you are in the middle of your career trajectory and already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field, the honest answer is no, it’s not too late. In fact, now might be the perfect time to become a nurse.Read More

A nurse performing a health assessment on their patient
A nurse performing a health assessment on their patient

How to Perform a Health Assessment in Nursing

Let’s go over some reasons why health assessments are performed in nursing, the steps nurses use to perform health assessments, and the crucial role of health assessments in promoting individual and community health.Read More

The Welcome to Pennsylvania sign
The Welcome to Pennsylvania sign

Addressing the Nursing Shortage in Pennsylvania in 2025

Employers recognize ABSN graduates are attractive candidates for a range of nursing positions. Becoming an RN in Pennsylvania could be the perfect fit if you’re seeking a career with stability, growth potential, and the chance to make a difference.Read More

A group of nurses enjoying a coffee outside on a break
A group of nurses enjoying a coffee outside on a break

Cultural Considerations in Nursing

Cultural competence isn’t just a preferred ability for nurses to learn—it’s become essential. As one recent article in The Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care put it, “Cultural competence will become the hallmark of high-quality public health systems, programs, and research.”Read More

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