Start your nursing career with confidence.
The Guide for New Nurses on a Busy Unit™ – Second Edition is a practical resource designed to help new nurses successfully transition from the classroom to real-world nursing. Written by Andrea Patterson, RN, MSN, this guide is filled with expert tips, clinical pearls, quick-reference tools, and real-world strategies to help you stay organized, prioritize patient care, strengthen your clinical judgment, and build confidence during your first year of practice.
Perfect for:
New Graduate RNs
Newly Licensed LPNs
Nurse Residency Participants
Senior Nursing Students
Build confidence. Improve patient care. Thrive in your first nursing job.
Sepsis at the Community Level: A Daughter's Story. A Nurse's Mission. A Guide to Saving Lives Through Early Recognition
Written by Andrea Patterson, MSN, RN, this powerful and educational book combines over 27 years of nursing experience with the personal story of losing her mother to sepsis. Through the unique perspective of both a nurse and a daughter, Andrea provides practical, easy-to-understand information designed to help individuals, families, caregivers, and communities recognize the early warning signs of sepsis and seek life-saving treatment.
This book explores:
What sepsis is and why it is a medical emergency
Who is most at risk
Early warning signs and symptoms
Caring for a loved one at home
When to seek emergency medical care
Recovery, grief, healing, and hope
Resources and tools for patients and caregivers
More than a medical guide, Sepsis at the Community Level is a call to action—honoring one mother's legacy while empowering families and strengthening communities through education, awareness, and advocacy.
Know the signs. Act early. Save lives.
is a practical, real-world resource designed to help new nurses transition from the classroom to the fast-paced demands of patient care. Written by an experienced RN and educator, this guide breaks down what new nurses truly need to succeed—prioritization, time management, clinical judgment, communication, and confidence on a high-acuity unit. It goes beyond theory, offering actionable strategies, relatable scenarios, and tools to help nurses stay organized, think critically, and provide safe, effective care—even on the busiest shifts.
A comprehensive resource designed to support LPNs as they take the next step in their nursing journey. This guide breaks down the key differences in roles, responsibilities, and expectations while building the clinical judgment, critical thinking, and confidence required of an RN. With practical insights, real-world scenarios, and strategies for success in both school and practice, it empowers nurses to navigate the transition with clarity, competence, and purpose.
is a practical, step-by-step resource designed to help new LPNs confidently transition into clinical practice. This guide focuses on what truly matters on the floor—understanding your role, managing patient assignments, building strong clinical skills, and communicating effectively with the healthcare team. With real-world scenarios and actionable strategies, it prepares new nurses to move beyond theory and deliver safe, competent, and confident care from day one.
is a powerful reflection on how the nursing profession was forever changed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through real experiences and honest insight, this book explores the emotional, physical, and professional impact on nurses—from the challenges faced during the crisis to what nursing looks like today. It honors the resilience, sacrifices, and evolution of nurses while giving voice to a story that reshaped healthcare forever.
is an essential resource focused on early recognition and rapid response to one of the most life-threatening conditions in healthcare. Designed specifically for frontline caregivers, this guide teaches how to identify subtle changes, recognize sepsis warning signs, and take immediate action using clear communication and escalation strategies. With practical examples and real-world application, it empowers CNAs, PCAs, and MAs to play a critical role in saving lives through early detection.