Med/Surg

Advance Your Career in Med-Surg Nursing: Certification and Beyond

By Zelda Meeker

5 minute read

Discover how to advance your career in med-surg nursing through certification, advanced education, specialization, and leadership development.

10 Communication Strategies for Med-Surg Nurses

By Stacey Kusterbeck

6 minute read

Explore effective communication strategies for nurses in med surg. Learn how to improve patient interactions and team collaboration.

The Future of Med-Surg Nursing: Trends and Predictions

By Sallie Jimenez

5 minute read

Med-surg nursing is changing as technology advances and patient demographics continue shifting. Let’s look at med-surg trends.

10 Advantages of Bedside Nursing Jobs

By Donna Reese

4 minute read

Bedside nursing is typically the first step in developing a long and fulfilling career. Let's explore the top 10 advantages of bedside nursing jobs.

How to overcome 5 challenges to med-surg certification

By Linda Childers

5 minute read

Med-surg nursing has evolved into a highly-respected nursing specialty. Many nurses who work in the field are choosing to pursue med-surg certification as a way to validate their expertise and increase their professional development. But they need to conquer the challenges first.

Learn what makes med-surg such a popular specialty

By Sallie Jimenez

5 minute read

In the Nurse.com "Explore If Med-Surg Nursing Is the Right Fit" digital edition you'll find everything you need to know about how med-surg nursing uses every skill nurses have to care for complex patient cases.

Med/surg and new grads: A 21st century conundrum

By Keith Carlson

3 minute read

New graduates face tough competition for limited jobs. For those who feel compelled to get a year of med/surg experience, the going may be even tougher.

How should a nurse prepare for a move from med/surg to the ED?

By Barry Bottino

2 minute read

Career columnist Donna Cardillo, RN, helps a nurse prepare for her move from a med/surg unit to the ED with helpful tips.

Med/surg nurses use informatics to save time, enhance patient safety

By Heather Cygan

6 minute read

Informatics programs that allow med/surg nurses to cut down on documentation and increase patient safety at the touch of a button are becoming more essential in today's fast-paced healthcare environment.

How can a psych nurse who wants to transition into med/surg nursing make her resume more marketable?

By Nurse.com Admin

3 minute read

Dear Donna, I have been working as a psychiatric nurse for three years and would like to apply for a medical/surgical position. How can I make my resume more marketable?