
December 21, 2016
If you’re already enrolled, or are thinking about enrolling, in an online nursing program such as Midway University’s RN-BSN program, you’ve already proved that you’ve got the self-discipline, compassion and leadership skills the profession requires. You’ve earned your Associate degree or nursing diploma, you have a current RN license, and you know what it takes to succeed in the healthcare field. If you’ve set your sights on completing a 12-month-long accelerated program to propel you further into your professional nursing career, here are a few tips to support you in achieving your goals.
Become a Time Management Pro
Chances are good that while you’re working toward your degree, you’re also trying to be a good partner/parent/pet owner/friend/relative. That’s a lot of priority juggling! Find workaround solutions that meet your unique needs and temperament. Are you a procrastinator? Create a study calendar. Review your course syllabus in advance and plot out all of the assignment due dates. Work backwards, scheduling in the required reading and study time. Create weekly and daily to-do lists and adhere to them. List your tasks in order of importance, and always tackle the most challenging assignment first when you’re rested and alert. A side benefit of organizing your schoolwork is that you end up with more time for personal R&R.Become a Technology Management Pro
You’ll be spending more time than ever sitting in front of your computer, so implementing some online boundaries and habits can really help you stay focused.- De-clutter your computer’s desktop. Piles of files all over your desktop lower your productivity and stress you out.
- Block distracting websites. Are you tempted to check your Twitter or Facebook feed every five minutes? You’re in good company. Researchers believe this is true for most of us. Use apps like Cold Turkey (PC) or Selfcontrol (Mac) to block attention-diverting websites for a specified period of time to keep your full attention on your coursework.
- Turn your devices all the way off when studying. Research from The Harvard Business Review shows that even just anticipating the sounds of your message alerts makes you more error prone and erodes your productivity.