Christine Ritchie

Christine Ritchie has been in the healthcare field for over 20 years. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and later returned to earn her Masters in Healthcare Administration from University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She has always had a passion for helping people, which was evident through her work in ICU department, Emergency Department RN/MD Assistant, critical care transport team leader and managing clinical staff at Stroger Hospital. Christine’s experience allowed her to see that the existing system needed change because it wasn’t designed with nurses’ needs in mind. She found Top Nurse to share her knowledge and experience with new comer nurses as well as those who are looking for advice on how to advance their career in the medical field. Christine’s goal is to help others succeed by sharing what she has learned along her journey through nursing school and beyond. She loves spending time with her family, but also likes to take pictures on their adventures together.

How Do Nurses Stay Calm During an Emergency

A nurse must have the ability to maintain composure during an emergency situation, whether it’s performing CPR on a patient or responding to a code blue. This is why nurses are taught how to handle stressful situations in nursing school. CNAs are often faced with stressful situations, but it’s these emergencies that help nurses grow. … Read more

What is the Best Working Shift for CNAs?

Many CNAs find it difficult to work a full eight-hour shift. The constant influx of patients and being on your feet can help wear down even the most enthusiastic CNA. So, what is the best working shift for CNA professionals, and how do you know which one is right for you? Here we will talk … Read more

20 Sleeping Tips for CNAs

I have found that being a nurse is similar to being in the military. There are always bright-eyed new nurses who look at you while they are learning, snickering while asking about your age or how long you’ve been doing this. They think it’s because of your lack of education on everything nursing related, but … Read more

How to Handle Patients Complaints as a CNA

A female doctor with a stethoscope around her neck holding a clipboard attentively listens to an elderly female patient who is gesturing while speaking. They are sitting indoors, likely in a medical office,

Ever had a patient complain about your bedside manner? I have. It is tough to be put on the spot, especially when you are trying your best to provide excellent care for patients. We all know that there are some days where it just does not go our way, but being able to handle complaints … Read more

12 Qualities Of A Good CNA Should Have

CNAs are considered the most dependable and responsible professionals in the hospital because they are the ones that have direct contact and services for the patients. If you or one of your family members wanted to become a professional CNA in the future, they must know what the values and qualities of becoming a good … Read more