Writing Articles for RN.com
 Writing CEs for RN.com

RN.com accepts articles from writers; however, we would prefer not to receive unsolicited articles or manuscripts. We request that you first query the Editor, Carol Burke with your idea for an RN.com article.

• Include your resume and/or CV and any sample articles you may have written.
  Please do not submit articles or queries you're sending elsewhere at the same time.
• Allow four weeks for a response.
• If you send your information via the U.S. mail, don't forget to include a return envelope and postage if you'd like your items returned.
• Get to know the RN.com "voice" by browsing the site’s news and feature articles. You might also browse the continuing education courses for story ideas that correlate with the courses offered on our site.
• Articles should be between 600-1000 words. Remember that you're writing for the Web.
• Accuracy is important. Please fact-check your articles and include your source names, titles and contact information for follow up. When attributing a comment to your source, make sure the quote is accurate and necessary.
• RN.com adheres to AP style. If you do not already own a copy of the Associated Press (AP) Stylebook and Libel Manual, check your local bookstore, library or purchase it online.
• The editor reserves the right to edit your article for style and content. RN.com retains all rights to material created for the site.
• Articles should be typed, double-spaced in 10 pt. or larger font, preferably Times New Roman. Include a brief biographical sketch about yourself at the end of the article.
• Don't forget the visuals. Photographs are very important. JPGs and GIFs that can be e-mailed to RN.com are preferred; however, prints will be accepted too. When you're interviewing sources for your story, ask for photos and/or come up with photo concepts. Check with the editor for ideas and tips.
• Poetry, cartoons, humorous articles and fiction are not usually accepted, except in rare instances.

Ideas for stories
Think about your career. What sets you apart from other nurses? You're an expert in your profession and have a wealth of knowledge to share. Are you in a unique specialty or job? Have you learned a unique skill or process that you'd like to share with other nurses? Is there a colleague, supervisor or student nurse whom you'd like others to know about? Do you belong to trade organizations or network with other nurses? What ideas can you glean from these experiences? Ask yourself: What could I share with other nurses?

Payment
Contact the editor for information about payment.

Contact
Carol Burke
Editor
RN.com
12400 High Bluff Drive
San Diego, CA 92130
editor@rn.com

RN.com is seeking qualified authors in a variety of subject areas to write courses and articles for the site. If you have writing and/or experience with education, please send your resume or CV to info@RN.com with information about the topics you would like to write. We look forward to hearing from you.

Topic Ideas for continuing education courses

• Obstetrical/Gyn
• Operating Room
• Post Anesthesia Care
• Pediatrics
• Neonatal

Payment
Authors are paid per contact hour. Contact the Director of Education, for information about payment.

Contact
Karen Siroky, RN, MSN
Director of Education
RN.com
12400 High Bluff Drive
San Diego, CA 92130
info@rn.com