GrayCat Education Foundation

We are your resource for high quality, online nursing continuing education. We offer exciting new courses on the topics of health promotion, wellness coaching, independent business practices, legal nurse consulting, holistic nursing and alternative approaches to nursing. Join us as we present the latest information in an easily understood format. We rely on industry experts for insight into their successes and on the latest research in these fields.

Newly Accredited Course

Minimizing Tube Feeding Complications
in the Long Term Care Setting

1.5 contact hours

TF

Learn the proper care of a tube fed resident.  Administrators will learn about staffing ratios and the latest documentations guidelines. Provides a great staff competency tool with checklists. Read more.....

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Free Nursing Courses

Free CEs for Pilot Courses!

"Transitioning Your Nursing Skills Into Amazing Business Success"
by Susanna Neahusan, M.Ed., RN
Applying for 2.0 CE

Have you thought about using your knowledge and experience to work for yourself?

There are many skills that nurses already possess that apply directly to the business setting that can lead to success.

This course will provide practical ways to bring your nursing strengths to the business setting. Read more

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Newsletter Topics

The Networking Paradox

A basic truth about networking is that it is actually more about giving than taking.  While a network can significantly impact your business success the method of making it pay dividends is to keep your focus on giving.   There are many creative ways to contribute to your network without taking a lot of time and energy.  Here are a few ideas.

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Wellness Topics

Specific Dietary Choices Have a Big Impact on Long Term Weight Gain

Foods most associated with weight gain are potato chips, other potatoes, sugar sweetened beverages, unprocessed meats and processed meats.  Foods associated with less weight gain when increased include vegetables, whole grains, fruits, nuts and yogurt.
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Legal Nurse Advisor

My Point…and I Do Have One

My attorney clients taught me early on they wanted a quick overview of what I thought before they would listen to a more detailed analysis of my review.  It’s not that they wanted to know the ending first, they simply needed a reference point before being able to listen and absorb a lengthy explanation of the case issues.


Guiding the listener is a basic skill in speaking to groups or in conversation in general.  The listener cannot follow rambling communications.  They need to know the direction.  Legal nurse consultants must know how to conduct themselves when providing verbal reports to attorney clients.  There are several things to keep in mind but simplicity and brevity are paramount.

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