Nurses are no strangers to challenges—physical and verbal abuse, long hours, and demanding workplace politics often accompany their critical role in healthcare. Yet, despite these hurdles, an overwhelming 92% of nurses report they are glad they chose the nursing profession, according to Medscape’s 2024 Nurse Career Satisfaction Report. This fascinating report, based on a survey of 7,723 practicing U.S. nurses […]
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The nursing shortage is one of the most pressing challenges facing healthcare today. A recent article proposes a solution that sounds logical at first: shift tasks away from nurses and onto non-skilled workers or technology-enabled support systems. Obviously, this was not a solution promoted by nurses. This approach risks oversimplifying a complex issue and may even exacerbate the problem. Instead […]
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What happens when a contract limits your ability to work elsewhere? Covenants not to compete (non-compete agreements) have long been a controversial aspect of healthcare employment. These clauses, often tucked into contracts, restrict nurses and/or nurse practitoners from working for competing employers or starting similar businesses within a certain geographic area and timeframe after leaving a job. The Federal Trade […]
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As healthcare professionals, nurses and nurse practitioners often find themselves navigating a maze of employment arrangements. With the rise of telehealth, staffing agencies, and healthcare consulting opportunities, the question arises: Can a nurse or nurse practitioner work as a 1099 independent contractor? And how does California’s unique labor laws play into this? Understanding 1099 Employment for Nurses A 1099 […]
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Becoming a nurse isn’t just a job; it’s a calling, a journey, and an achievement that requires immense effort, dedication, and heart. Remember those long nights of studying, the anxiety of clinicals, and the joy of finally passing the NCLEX? You’ve poured your soul into this career, and your nursing license is a symbol of that hard work. But here’s […]
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