The Difference Between Nursing and Journalism

On any given shift, nurses witness the drama of life and death. This aspect of our work is unlikely to … More

Doubtful That Art Saves Lives? Evidence Indicates It May Heal

“Art Saves Lives,” is a bumper sticker I occasionally see around town, and every time I do I think, “Maybe, but … More

That I am an artist was never questioned by anyone other than myself. It took time for me to believe … More

Developing creativity requires personal time. You’ve heard it before: Learn to say no. I was a new-ish nurse working night shifts … More

Productivity and creativity are not the same thing. Neither are they mutually exclusive, but they are not the same thing. … More

Nursing is a profession of permission. I had this epiphany when a patient asked me, “Can I have a couple … More

Yesterday morning, I attended an awards breakfast at the hospital I work for, honoring 105 nurses with Certificates of Nursing … More