Being a RN is the Swiftest Way to Start Your Dream Nursing Career

Are you considering the profession of a nurse? Well that’s a wise career decision. Nursing is a rewarding career, gives myriad opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. Moreover, for Registered Nurses (RN), growth prospects are unlimited. 

Scope for Registered Nurses

Just as any other health worker, Registered Nurse degree holder assists in the care of sick and infirm to facilitate patient care in an effective manner.

There are numbers of exciting areas of nursing practice an RN can choose as per the choice and experience of multiple areas will be additional qualification. Most preferred ones are- 

• Pediatrics - Main role involves catering to the need of sick children of the age newborn to 18 years 
• Labor and delivery - That cares of pregnant women just prior to delivery, during delivery, and after delivery and looking after of newborn child.
• In Neonatal, sick newborn and premature infants are taken care of. 
• In Oncology the RN administers Chemotherapy. 
• In Neuro ICU for serious head injuries
• In Trauma ICU for accidental cases 
• In Cardiac ICU for heart patients

In all these diverse fields RN can select any of the field of her interest and pursue training and education in same.

Role & Responsibilities

An RN is a very important constituent of high performance health care team. The RNs work under the direct supervision of Doctors and Advanced Practical Nurses and help them to deliver appropriate, timely and compassionate care. As soon as a patient enters the healthcare facility, RN measures and records blood pressure, weight, height, checks pulse, temperature and rate of respiration, etc. the parameters which are vital for the team to perform accurate diagnose.

The other important functions which the RNs perform are observance of any medication reaction, drawing of blood for testing, preparing patient for more vigorous testing procedures, preparing room with facilities with oxygen machines and catheters etc. In addition the RNs answer the patient calls, dressing, treatment and prevention of bedsores, feeding patients and maintaining medication documentation record.

Educational&Training Needs

High school diploma holders willing to adopt RN as their profession is required to undergo a two year practical training provided by many community colleges, some of the high schools also offer this training as a part of degree. 

On acquiring this training and gaining some experience the students need to take the National exam NCLEX-PN. Once you successfully pass the exam, you can obtain your license and practice as an RN. Good communication skills and strong will power to work under the supervision of a Doctor or Registered Nurse is necessary for this profession.

Compensation & Growth Prospects

RN earn higher in densely populated areas. Their employment scope is not limited to hospitals and clinics, those employed in home care agencies earn more than those employed in general Hospitals.

INSCOL offers 1 year Enhanced Nursing Practice: Clinical & Critical Care program in partnership with Conestoga College, Canada. For more information:

http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/clinical-critical-care-nursing-program/

The 2 Most Competitive & Coveted Jobs in Canada for Advance Nursing Practice

As per the Canadian Nurses Association prediction, there is a staggering demand of 60,000 nurses that is needed by the year 2022.

Thus, Registered Nurses are in high demand throughout Canada giving the option to nurses to work in a wide range of capacities. With the advancement in nursing, there are so many options available, from traditional bedside nursing to advance nursing practices that does not necessarily require nurses to work at the bedside of a hospitalized patient. Occupational Health Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist are the top 2 most competitive & coveted advance practice nursing jobs in Canada.

Occupational Health Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs

Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurses (OHN) are registered nurses who do not typically treat patients in hospital beds rather treat workers who work in factories, chemical plants and other mills.

Their main role involves -

• Treating workers with injuries and illnesses
• Devising health & safety programs depending upon each organization’s work type and community environment.
• Prevention of health effects from harmful exposures
• Legal and monitoring requirements to ensure worker safety
• Conducting health surveillance programs from time to time
• Providing tertiary prevention strategy
• Work for health promotion
• Counselling and crisis intervention
• Case Management

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Clinical nurse specialist is another advance nursing practice in Canada with a great scope for growth. The main role of a clinical nurse specialist is to assume the role and responsibility of a leader in a hospital or community setting. A clinical nurse practitioner is a registered nurse with a master’s degree in a specialized area that interests them such as Pediatrics, Gerontology.

As per the legally defined scope, the job role of a clinical nurse specialist is same as of the registered nurse. However, the role of a clinical nurse specialist tend to vary depending upon the employer they are working with and needs of the community.

INSCOL offers PG Specialty Programs in collaboration with leading Universities/Colleges in Canada, Australia, UK, US, New Zealand. As a nurse, you can select from broad array of courses depending upon your interest and passion such as:

• Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership & Management
• Post Graduate Certificate in RN-Critical Care Nursing
• Enhanced Nursing Practice- Gerontology & Chronic Illness
• Acute Complex Care-Post Graduate Certificate for Internationally Educated Nurses
• Post Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care – Multidiscipline

These course aim at transforming the nurses into global nurse by enhancing their knowledge, skills and expertise. More information about the courses can be found here:

http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/academic-courses/

Become an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Canada!!!

The acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP) provide specialized care to seriously ill patients with critical needs to prevent any further complications. The role of acute care nurses came into existence to offload the workload of physicians in the acute care settings. The main role of acute care nurse practitioner is to provide continuity of care to critically ill patients with an intent to stabilize their condition thus resulting in improved patient outcome.

Educational Requirements

To become an acute care nurse practitioner, a candidate first needs to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and then obtain their RN license and then gain some experience as an RN in an acute care setting. Next step is to pursue a master’s degree or a post graduate certificate program that specializes in acute care and has minimum 2 to 3 years of duration.

Key Responsibilities of an Acute Care Nurse

• Conduct Physical examinations
• Order lab tests & diagnostic tests as per the requirement and analyze results
• Prescribe medication and therapies with consultation of physician
• Give treatments to stabilize patient’s conditions
• Assess and diagnose acute medical conditions such as Trauma

Career Opportunities and Salary Trend

After successfully completing this course, nurses with acute care specialization can work in a variety of healthcare settings such as:

• Hospitals  
• ICU
• Sub-acute care units
• Trauma units, emergency care 
• Public health centers 
• Operating rooms
• Specialty Labs

Salary

As per the reports by BLS, The average salary of an Acute Care Nurse is $68,910 and can go up to $ 96,320. However, salary may vary depending upon the level of education, location, experience and industry. As per the survey, job satisfaction level is reported as high by majority of workers.

INSCOL in collaboration with Georgian College offers Acute Complex Care Post Graduate Program in Georgian College, Canada. This program is specifically designed for Internationally Educated Nurses to update their skills and develop their expertise in caring for patient’s presenting with acute complex pathologies. Georgian is one of the finest college of Canada, follows a teaching approach that focusses on application & assessment of advanced theories and practice in acute primary care. 

More information about this course can be found at -

http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/acute-complex-care-program-for-ien/

A PG Program in Community Mental Health from Niagara College, Canada

What’s in it for Nursing Professionals?

There is an increasing demand for qualitative and mental health services, consequently resulting in a rising demand for community mental health nurses to ensure that people in the community have an easy access to quality mental health care.

Mental health nurses care for people suffering from several mental health conditions, their main role involves helping the patient to recover from the illness or achieve a stable condition that allows them to lead a positive life. Mental health nurses work in multidisciplinary teams wherein they need to liaison with occupational therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other health professionals.

Typical Activities of a Professional Mental Health Nurse Includes:

• Documenting & Maintaining Patient Records
• Providing individual therapies to patients (For instance-cognitive behavior therapy for depression & anxiety cases)
• Caring for patients suffering from acute mental disorders
• Making care plans for individual patients
• Assessing patient’s behavioral and psychological needs
• Applying de-escalation techniques to help patients manage stress and emotions
• Ensuring the right dosage of medications

If you are already working in healthcare industry and looking for an enhancement course to gain more in your career, then joining a PG Program from a recognized university or College is your best bet. One such institution is INSCOL offering a PG Certificate Programs in Community Mental Health in partnership with Niagara College, Canada. This is an enhancement course for nurses who wants to further specialize in Community Mental Health Nursing.

 

The Program includes:

• Crisis Response & Intervention
• Exposure to current trends & issues in mental health care
• Developing a thorough understanding of mental illness
• Fundamentals of community mental health
• Exploring current care providers, treatments and treatment facilities

Employment Opportunities:

Community Mental Health Nurses practice in a range of behavioral healthcare settings including:

• Community mental health centers
• Detoxification centers
• Psychiatric facilities
• Group homes
• Hospices
• Client’s Homes
• Drop-in centers

Nurses, after successfully completing this program, can combine their advanced learning with their previously acquired education and experience resulting in providing an exemplary service to people experiencing mental health ailments.

For more information about the course, visit http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/pg-certificate-community-mental-health-multidiscipline/

What Would You Achieve By Joining a Post Graduate Coronary Care Program in Canada ?

Let’s Start by Knowing the Basics – Coronary Care

Coronary Care or commonly referred as Cardiac Nursing is one of the nursing specialty which sustains highest demand and greater scope of career growth. This field of practice involves dealing with patients suffering from different kinds of cardiovascular diseases as well as in their treatment and care. 

A coronary care nursing professional assist a cardiologist in the treatments of patients with ailments like cardiac dysrhythmia, coronary artery disease, unstable angina, stroke, high blood pressure and all other imbalances in the cardiovascular system. 

Education – To Become a Cardiac Nurse

To practice as a cardiac nurse, a four years bachelor’s degree or a three year associate degree is required. After completing the degree program, you need to clear the licensing exam in order to become a Registered Nurse. Once you become an RN, you become eligible to pursue a Post Graduate Program in Coronary Care. 

INSCOL offers EXCLUSIVE Nursing Programs in Canada for Diploma/BSc Nurses. You can enroll in a 1-year Post Graduate Program in Coronary Care through INSCOL to study in Seneca College in Toronto, Canada. 

The course aims to equip students with complete understanding of coronary care nursing and further emphasizes on gaining knowledge pertaining to various concepts such as ACS (Acute Coronary Syndrome) and Cardiac Dysrhythmias as well as the exposure to practice in acute coronary care setting. 

Job Potential & Job Options

As per the reports by Center for Disease Control, heart diseases is among the primary cause of death in USA wherein 1.5 million people are suffering from heart attacks each year.

Number of patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases is increasing at a staggering rate across the world, resulting in huge demand for nurses who specialize in coronary care nursing. To deal with this, trained nurses are needed. 

Nurses who specialize in Coronary care have a lot of job choices, they have the option to work in many different environments such as CCU (Coronary Care Units), ICU (Intensive Care Units), CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units), operating theaters, rehab facilities and cardiac medical wards.

So, if you are thinking of a career in this field, there are lots of opportunities for career growth. All you need is to take on a specialization program like Post Graduate Program in Coronary Care, offered by INSCOL in partnership with Seneca College in Toronto, Canada.

Please Note: These courses are not available through agents and are specifically designed to widen the professional horizons for nurses and transform them into Global Nurse. 

For more information: http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/post-graduate-certificate-coronary-care-nursing/

You Can Be A Nurse Manager Too! If You Have These Traits

When nurses are important in a medical facility, Nurse Manager is obviously a key resource required. For a Nurse Manager, the roles and responsibilities are imperative to ensure chaos-free work environment that also includes coordinating work of nurses, responsibility of staff performance and effective resource utilization for rendering optimum patient care services in all circumstances.

So what are those traits that can help you to become a Nurse Manager? Let’s discuss them in detail here –

The 1st Trait - Clinical Expertise

Foremost thing required to be a Nurse Manager is clinical expertise. Being a manager, the whole staff would look up to you for advice and guidance when they face a challenging situation. As a Nurse Manager, you have to continuously update their knowledge, skills and improvise their workplace conduct. 

The 2nd Trait – Communication Skills 

Excellent communication skills are a pre-requisite for a Nurse Manager because it involves frequent interaction with people like doctors, surgeons, patients, medical support staff, for notifying police and families of patients, handling administration staff and other hospital workers. 

Moreover, as a Nurse Manager, you need to establish rapport with patients to ensure clear communication and understanding to avoid any potential problems. You also need to interact with nurse aides as well who generally have minimum education. 

The 3rd Trait – The Leadership 

The quality of effective leadership is another valuable trait in a Nurse Manager as you will be required to mentor and train different types of staff and nurses within the healthcare facility. In some cases, you may also face challenging situations or circumstances where you are required to take a stand without fear and voice out the verdict.

The 4th Trait – People Management 

A good Nurse Manager should possess people management skills as they have to get the work done by others and interact with people at different levels in a medical organization. Additionally, being a Nurse Manager, you need to listen to the concerns of other nursing staff and perform conflict resolution in order to ensure there is congenial work atmosphere. Moreover, you also need to promote collaboration and communication between nursing staff, board leaders and the physicians.

Looking up to these traits, you might now feel enthusiastic to enhance your skills furthermore or pursue a skill-enhancement nursing program to become a successful Nurse Manager.

INSCOL in collaboration with BPP University, London and Seneca College, Canada offers Nursing Leadership & Management programs with clinicals at world class hospitals to help Nurses progress their careers and take up managerial roles in healthcare settings!

For more information: 

http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/pg-certificate-nursing-leadership-management/

http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/courses/pg-certificate-in-health-service-leadership/

Patient-Education – It's the Nurse's Job in a Healthcare Facility

With the transformation in healthcare services across the world, there is an emphasis on finer discharge planning and patient engagement. This resulted in making patient education a critical part in medical care industry. 

In present environment, patient education has become an important part in the routine jobs of nurses. However, like any other nursing competencies, educating a patient needs skills that takes time to develop.

For healthcare professionals and nurses, here are some practices that can help in improving and enhancing the skills needed to educate patients -                  

Follow Individualized Approach

The first rule that implies is educating a patient based on his/her individual learning ability, rather than going with patient's medical condition. A nurse needs to assess a patient's psychological and physical readiness to engage in learning.

As a nurse, you may also ask the patient about the personal goal they have set for treatment, giving you a better insight and understanding about their ability to comprehend. 

Nurses can emphasize on learning through hands-on practice and live demonstrations if the patient finds it too complex to deal with medical jargons.

Teach-back Method Works the Best

During patient education, teach-back method works best as it allows you to gauge patient's self-management skills. In teach-back method, there is a two way communication that results in easy understanding of health information. 

Once you are done with teaching or have demonstrated some procedure, you need to ask the patient to explain it again to you in their own words. This will clearly state you if there is any gap in patient's knowledge, so that you can work it out.

Boost your career

If you have a liking and urge for patient education, then you can look for job profiles that allows you to apply your skills to great use. You can seek out a career in home health nursing as their you will get better chance to put your skills in practice as compared to traditional nurses. 

Now, gradually more and more hospitals are also adding up positions wherein nurses can engage in patient education or become post-discharge care and instructor. Nurses can find good option even in pharmaceutical companies to act as patient educators.

INSCOL in collaboration with leading Universities/Colleges in Canada/UK/USA/AUS/NZ offers a wide range of exclusive Nursing Programs in:

Emergency Care, Critical Care, Palliative Care, Coronary Care, Acute Complex Care, Mental Health, Leadership & Management, Gerontology & Chronic Illness, Healthcare & Rehabilitation and BSc/MSc Nursing.

For more information: http://www.canada.inscolacademy.com/academic-courses/