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For more than 125 years, Johnson & Johnson has been proud to advocate for, elevate, and empower the nursing profession, as we know that nurses are the backbone of health care.
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Why be a nurse?

A career in nursing is one of the most exciting and rewarding occupations. Nurses provide vital hands-on patient care, but that’s not all they do. They are leaders, innovators, educators, change makers helping improve access to care.
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Career advice and inspiration

When new ideas can save lives, nurse innovators need support to move from bedside to boardroom. Their firsthand experience helps them identify patient needs and shape the future of healthcare, as seen in stories from leaders inspiring the next generation.
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Why specialize as a nurse?

Once you’re a Registered Nurse you can take your career in so many new directions by specializing in an area you really enjoy.
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    • Nursing specialties
      February 5, 2024

      What are the differences between a CRNA and an anesthesiologist?

      The key differences between a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and anesthesiologist is that a CRNA is licensed to practice as an advanced-practice nurse and graduates from an accredited nursing school. An anesthesiologist is licensed to practice as a physician and graduates from a medical school.
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    • Nursing specialties
      February 5, 2024

      How does the role of a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner compare to other mental-healthcare roles?

      The roles of a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PHMNP), licensed clincial social worker, mental-health counselor, psychiatrist, and psychologist are all related to mental health and providing support to individuals with psychological issues. However, they differ in terms of their educational backgrounds, scope of practice, and specific roles within the mental health field. Here’s a breakdown based on the differences within these roles.
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    • Why be a nurse?
      October 24, 2023

      Do I look like a nurse?

      Dr. Daniel Obiefule, NP, MSN-Ed, RN, PMH-BC, is a College of Nursing Professor and an advocate for diversifying the nursing profession. Listen to his message on why representation matters in nursing and what it means to patients’ health outcomes.
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    • Why be a nurse?
      October 24, 2023

      How I became a nurse

      Watch Rebecca Corona, RN, BSN, an Operating Room nurse, as she describes pivoting her career to nursing in the middle of a pandemic, why there is a path to nursing for everyone, and the many resources available to support your journey.
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    • Notes on Nursing
      November 7, 2023

      Fast-paced, team-based: The exciting possibilities of perioperative nursing

      Is perioperative nursing for you? Perioperative or operating room (OR) nurses provide patient-focused care in a variety of settings and specialties, with ample opportunities for professional growth. Get the scoop on this fast-paced, team-based, and fulfilling specialty, and find out how health systems and nursing schools are working to strengthen the pipeline of new nurses entering this critical specialty.
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    • Nursing specialties
      February 5, 2024

      How to become an international travel nurse

      Discover the world of international travel nursing with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to acquire the education, experience, and licensing needed for this rewarding career.
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    • Notes on Nursing
      January 19, 2024

      Two health systems supercharging the future nursing workforce

      The nursing shortage is most acute in rural and urban underserved areas, where economic forces have already adversely impacted healthcare, education, and employment opportunities for communities. But there is a path forward. Learn how communities in rural Kentucky and New Orleans are forging innovative partnerships to supercharge nursing workforce development, provide vital support for local healthcare systems and ultimately strengthen the core of these communities.
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    • Notes on Nursing
      January 19, 2024

      How nurses can transform healthcare through design thinking

      The Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship, powered by Penn Nursing and the Wharton School, is built on the concept of applying design thinking and human-centered design to real-world challenges within health systems. But what is design thinking? And how does this concept help nurses enhance their innovative skills and drive change? Find out below.
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    • Notes on Nursing
      February 20, 2024

      Changing lives in the fast-paced world of cardiac nursing

      Cardiac care nurse Michele Santoro and her fellow clinicians at the Yale New Haven Heart and Vascular Center routinely race against time to save lives. In honor of American Heart Month, read on to find out how her innovations combine technology and a human touch to transform cardiovascular care delivery and improve patient outcomes.
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    • Notes on Nursing
      March 13, 2024

      Reauthorizing the Dr. Lorna Breen Act: Mental health support for healthcare workers

      In the last two years, the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act has created programs that increase access to, and reduce stigma of, evidence-based mental health treatment for nurses and all healthcare workers. But there is much more work to be done to support our nation’s healthcare workforce. As Congress looks to reauthorize the bill, here are three areas of focus for 2024 and beyond.
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