New York State's Office of the Professions requires nursing candidates be of "good moral character" in order to have a nursing license in the state. In order to meet this requirement, the office requires those who wish to receive or a renew a license in the NY...
Nurse Licensing
Hospital investigates nurse after offensive social media posts
Most people in the country use social media in one form or another. One estimate finds almost two out of three Americans use these online platforms to connect with others. Facebook is the most popular, but sites like Instagram, Twitter and YouTube are also...
Report finds NY region ranks 3rd in nation for RN compensation
A new report by Medscape finds nurses in the Mid-Atlantic region ranked third for compensation rates in the country. The region includes New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York and Washington D.C. The report found the average RN income in this area in...
Death Certificate Project leads to hundreds of investigations
It is no surprise that the federal government is cracking down on medical professionals who fail to follow guidelines when it comes to the prescription of controlled substances like opioids. However, medical professionals may not be prepared for the increasingly...
Authorities investigate school nurse accused of stealing meds
The role of a school nurse is unique amongst the nursing profession. These nurses need to make critical decisions on their own, as an assisting physician is rarely on site. As a result, school nurses are often experienced professionals that excel in their field. They...
Texas nurses accused of drug abuse in ongoing investigation
The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is investigating allegations nurses at a Texas hospital were abusing fentanyl. The investigation comes shortly after two nurses at UT Southwestern died from overdose related injuries while in the hospital. Why...
Prepping for the NCLEX-RN exam? 3 tips for success.
Like any medical professional, becoming a registered nurse requires more than just dedication, countless hours of study and time spent gaining clinical experience. It also requires passing tests. Often standardized and impersonal, these tests are generally required to...
Positions in health care dominate top jobs in the nation
The public generally views the health care industry as a stable career path. In addition to job security, U.S. News and World Report also states that those who hold a position within the health care industry have some of the best jobs in the nation. Which health care...
Texas nurses excel on nursing exams … but what’s next?
Texas nursing students are excelling when it comes time to take their exams and get their nursing license. The Texas Board of Nursing recently reported results on the National Council Licensure Examination taken in 2018. Two universities in the eastern portion of the...
Will New York join the Nursing Licensure Compact?
New Jersey finalized an agreement to partner with 33 other states throughout the country in a multi-state nursing licensing compact in July of 2019. This compact allows nurses from other participating states to practice in New Jersey without receiving a New Jersey...

