Nursing school is one of the most stressful and demanding endeavors you’ll ever undertake, but also one of the most rewarding. How do you do it when everyone wants part of your time? READ MORE
For 23 years, Lydia Sierra spent her days tracking shooting stars and the position of the sun as she navigated million-dollar ships. A quartermaster in the Navy, her main focus was getting each ship and crew safely from point to point. READ MORE
Since she was a little girl putting band-aids on baby dolls, Jennifer Joseph knew she wanted to be a nurse. Nearly 20 years after graduating from high school, she decided it was time to make it happen. READ MORE
Seedra Eichelberger was recognized as a “High Achiever” by Chamberlain’s Center for Academic Success for scoring over 1,000 on the HESI Exit Exam, an assessment that helps predict a student’s readiness to sit for the NCLEX. READ MORE
In response to my first post, “Reflections on My Educational Journey,” I received both congratulations on reaching my journey’s end and questions from people struggling with their own decision about whether to pursue additional education. READ MORE
Let’s face it, nursing school is not easy. However, you can certainly be successful if you learn to be proactive and use available resources. The following is a list of valuable tools for Chamberlain nursing students: READ MORE
It’s the day of the big test. You’ve spent countless hours studying, bringing your notes everywhere from the gym to the bus to lunch.
Despite all the preparation, you can’t shake the sinking feeling in your stomach or ignore your racing heart. READ MORE
When it comes to time management in nursing school, one thing is clear: the calendar is king. READ MORE
Maryam Syed graduated from Chamberlain College of Nursing’s Chicago campus on Oct. 30, 2012, and by mid-December found out she had passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). READ MORE
Medical-Surgical Nursing, commonly referred to as “MedSurg,” is a two-session class with a clinical component. The course breaks down the body into systems, such as cardiovascular or gastrointestinal, and reviews disease processes and health conditions that apply. READ MORE