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"The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is a federation of more than 130 national nurses associations (NNAs), representing the more than 13 million nurses worldwide. Founded in 1899, ICN is the world's first and widest reaching international organisation for health professionals. Operated by nurses and leading nurses internationally, ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all, sound health policies globally, the advancement of nursing knowledge, and the presence worldwide of a respected nursing profession and a competent and satisfied nursing workforce."

NurseZone.com is an online community dedicated to providing nurses with professional and personal development information and opportunities. We provide student nurses, new graduates and experienced nurses with the resources they need to succeed in this unique and exciting profession. Users will find a wealth of helpful content, from our nursing experts' tips and advice to features on new medical trends, the latest nursing practices, inspiring personal stories, community forums and blogs, and links to continuing education courses, jobs and a variety of nursing-related Web sites.

" Welcome to the Nurse Educator Partnership IMER recognizes the important role nurse educators play in advancing oncology nursing practice. The Nurse Educator Partnership has been established to provide opportunities for oncology nurse educators to network with peers, access to educator resources and thought leaders, and professional development support."

" The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is the national voice for America's baccalaureate- and higher-degree nursing education programs. AACN's educational, research, governmental advocacy, data collection, publications, and other programs work to establish quality standards for bachelor's- and graduate-degree nursing education, assist deans and directors to implement those standards, influence the nursing profession to improve health care, and promote public support of baccalaureate and graduate education, research, and practice in nursing- the nation's largest health care profession. "

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for University of Iowa College of Nursing, John A. Hartford Center of Geriatric Nursing on National Guideline Clearninghouse

The National League for Nursing advances excellence in nursing education that prepares the nursing workforce to meet the needs of diverse populations in an ever-changing healthcare environment.

Explanation of emergency room nursing skills and duties, for nurse reference.

The Academy serves the public and the nursing profession by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. Every day across America, the Academy and its members create and execute knowledge-driven and policy-related initiatives to drive reform of America's health care system.

With certified nurse aide training you can make a start in a career in nursing and feel a sense of achievement in your job. This page has further details of what's involved, where you can obtain the training, what the job entails, and more …

Description of ICU nursing skills and duties, for nurse reference.

Here you'll find everything you need to start or continue your nursing career, including information on nursing programs, scholarships, and schools.

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for University of texas at Austin School of Nursing, Family Nurse Practioner Program on National Guideline Clearninghouse

'CNA' stands for 'Certified Nursing Assistant'. It refers to the nursing helper who assists the doctors and registered nurses during various operations as well as for patient care in nursing homes and hospitals. Though being a CNA is not a glorious job, it can definitely be a good option for a substantial career in allied health care field.

"Guest Article -- It's All in the Presentation: Communicating Effectively With Nurse Audiences"

Good presentation design specific for Nurse educators

"The goal of providing the handheld device, the school said in a statement, was to improve the learning experience and give students flexible access to health care--related content. The combination media player-camera-video recorder-personal digital assistant with WiFi capabilities was loaded with mobile applications students will need in the classroom as well as an app to help them prepare for the nursing board examination."

What sort of apps would you add to a mobile device for students entering the nursing profession?

For those of you interested in evidence-based practice guidelines developed by nursing, the Oncology Nursing Society's Putting Evidence Into Practice (PEP®) guidelines are now included in the National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC), an initiative of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing on National Guideline Clearninghouse

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society on National Guideline Clearninghouse

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario on National Guideline Clearninghouse

Direct link to "Putting Evidence into Practice" for National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practioners on National Guideline Clearninghouse