Mackenzie Butler, DNP, MSN, RN-BC

Head of Nursing

Education :

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Indiana State University Master's of Science in Nursing Management & Leadership, Western Governors University

Mackenzie has spent over a decade leading high-impact nursing programs. From bedside nurse to DNP to Director of Nursing Programs every role taught her one thing: care isn’t just clinical, it’s strategic.

Mackenzie Butler, DNP, MSN, RN-BC's Recent Posts

Study Strategies for Adult Learners Taking the NCLEX

You finally sit down to study, open a practice question, and immediately realize your brain is already tired. That moment hits a lot harder when you’re balancing work, family, and responsibilities that don’t pause just because the NCLEX is coming up. For many adult learners, progress depends less on motivation and more on whether a study plan fits into real

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The Best Nursing Apps Every Student Needs

Nursing school can feel like trying to drink from a firehose. Between lectures, clinicals, and endless reading, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You know you need to study smart, not just hard, but where do you even begin? Fortunately, your phone can be more than just a distraction—it can be your most powerful study partner. With the right nursing apps,

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How to Build a 30-Day NCLEX Study Plan That Works

You’ve got 30 days until the NCLEX. Cue the nerves. Whether you've delayed your test date or just realized how quickly it’s approaching, you’re probably asking yourself: Can I really learn everything in just one month? With a focused 30-day NCLEX study plan, you can review high-yield content, practice exam-style questions, and walk into test day with confidence. This guide

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Drug Classification Charts & Cheat Sheets for Nursing Students

Memorizing key drug classifications in pharmacology is essential for nursing students—not just for exams, but for real-world patient care. Having a pharmacology drug classification chart as a quick reference can make memorization easier and improve understanding of how different drugs work. To help you master pharmacology, we’ve created a drug classification PDF that breaks down must-know medications in an easy-to-follow

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How to Study in Nursing School: Strategies That Actually Work

In nursing school, you’re not just studying to pass. You’re studying to save lives. And with so much on the line, it’s frustrating when hours of studying don’t seem to stick. Many nursing students aren’t taught how to study. They’re simply told to “study hard.” But hard work without a strategy leads to burnout, not better grades. The truth is,

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Is SimpleNursing Right for You? How to Know if You Need Additional Support

Nursing school is tough. There’s no way around it. Between reading assignments, long clinical shifts, and high-stakes exams, many students start looking for extra nursing school support like SimpleNursing to make things easier. But is SimpleNursing worth it? Or more specifically, should you add it to your routine on top of textbooks and class notes? This guide will help you