September 08, 2022
5 Tips to Avoid Burnout as a Nurse
Burnout affects many nurses, but there are ways to prevent it. Self-care, mindfulness, counseling, and social support help with stress and fatigue.
PLNU's nursing graduates are lauded among San Diego hospitals and clinics for their expertise and compassion. It's because they treat their practice as a sacred calling. Whether you're just getting started in your healthcare journey or wanting to advance your career, learn more about how to become the best nurse you can be with these resources here, as well as your bachelor's, master's, or doctorate in nursing.
October 04, 2021
Becoming a Nurse: The Theories of Nursing
Nursing is a crucial and admirable branch of health care, and the need for well-trained, compassion-rooted nurses is on the rise. Here are five facts about the theories of nursing and how to incorporate them into your nursing career.
August 16, 2021
Earning a Grad Degree in San Diego as a Veteran
San Diego is known for its large population of active duty, reserve, and veteran servicemembers. See how PLNU's graduate degree programs are set up to allow these professionals to continue developing their careers.
March 26, 2021
What is an RN to BSN Degree?
Every year, about 200,000 positions open up for nursing students to become licensed RNs. See what the process of becoming an RN entails and why should you consider earning your Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
July 01, 2020
What Does a Nurse Practitioner Do? And How Do I Become One?
Learn exactly what a nurse practitioner (NP) does, what steps are necessary to become one, and the top career options available.
June 11, 2020
How Long Does it Take to Earn Your BSN to MSN?
Earning both your BSN and MSN degrees as a nurse can prepare you to work with patients and fellow healthcare professionals, while at the same time help you advance as an effective leader in the nursing field.
June 05, 2020
How to Become a Nurse in California
See how becoming a nurse in California can be a rewarding career path if you have a passion for health and helping people.
May 13, 2020
The 4 Advanced Practice (APRN) Careers in Nursing
Are you feeling restless in your nursing career? Learn about the four roles of advanced practice nursing and if pursuing an advanced degree makes sense for your nursing career.
May 12, 2020
What is the Difference Between a Ph.D. and a DNP in Nursing?
There are two doctorates available for nurses looking to earn an advanced terminal degree – the DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) and the Ph.D. If you are currently working as a nurse or are considering enrolling in a nursing graduate program, it’s worth thinking about which terminal degree makes sense to further your career.