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Everything you need to know about GoodNurse — the AI nursing tutor built by nurses, for nursing students.

§ 01  —  ABOUT GOODNURSE

About GoodNurse.

The basics — what it is, who built it, and who it's for.

What is GoodNurse?

GoodNurse is an AI-powered nursing tutor that helps you through every stage of nursing school — from your first anatomy class to passing the NCLEX. Think of it as having a knowledgeable nursing tutor available 24/7 in your pocket.

You can ask questions about any nursing topic, get help with homework, practice NCLEX-style questions, review pharmacology, work through care plans, and more. Our AI is trained on nursing education materials and reviewed by experienced nurses.

How is GoodNurse different from other nursing study apps?

Most nursing apps give you a question bank and leave you to figure out the rest. GoodNurse is a full AI tutor. It doesn't just test you — it teaches you.

Ask it to explain a concept you're struggling with, upload your lecture notes and have it break them down, get help writing care plans or SBAR reports, or practice NCLEX questions with detailed rationales. It's one tool that covers everything, instead of juggling five different apps. And at $9.99/month, it costs a fraction of what competitors charge.

Who built GoodNurse?

GoodNurse was built by a team that includes nurses, nursing educators, and technologists. Every feature is designed around what nursing students actually need, because the people building it understand those needs firsthand.

We're a small, independent team, which means we move fast, listen closely, and treat every student's feedback like it matters — because it does. Read our full story →

Is GoodNurse only for NCLEX prep?

Not at all. While GoodNurse is great for NCLEX preparation, students use it throughout nursing school. It helps with understanding lecture material, studying for exams, pharmacology review, homework questions, writing essays and care plans, practicing clinical reasoning, and preparing for clinicals. The NCLEX prep is one piece of a much bigger picture.

§ 02  —  WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH GOODNURSE

What You Can Do with GoodNurse.

The tutor, the question bank, the study guides — and the parts you won't find anywhere else.

What kinds of questions can I ask the AI tutor?

Anything related to nursing. You can ask it to explain pathophysiology, walk you through medication mechanisms, help you understand lab values, break down a disease process, quiz you on a specific topic, clarify something from your textbook, or help you think through a clinical scenario.

There are no limits on topics. If it's part of nursing education, GoodNurse can help.

Can GoodNurse help me with homework and assignments?

Yes. Students use GoodNurse to help with homework questions, essay drafts, care plans, SBAR documentation, concept maps, and more. The AI tutor doesn't just give you the answer — it walks you through the reasoning so you actually learn the material.

Think of it as a study partner who's always available and endlessly patient.

Can I upload my notes or PDFs?

Yes! You can upload your lecture notes, textbook excerpts, study guides, or any PDF and ask GoodNurse to explain, summarize, or quiz you on the content. It's a great way to turn your own materials into an interactive study session.

How does NCLEX practice work?

GoodNurse offers 2,500+ NCLEX-style practice questions covering all content areas, including Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) formats like case studies and multiple-response.

After each question, you get a detailed rationale explaining why the correct answer is right — and why the others aren't. You can also ask follow-up questions if something still doesn't click. That's the tutor part that question banks can't offer.

Does GoodNurse have study resources beyond the AI tutor?

Yes. GoodNurse offers free downloadable cheat sheets and study guides covering pharmacology mnemonics, lab values, ECG/EKG rhythms, fluid and electrolyte balance, and more. These are some of the most popular nursing study resources online, used by thousands of students.

What languages does GoodNurse support?

GoodNurse is available in over 10 languages, including Tagalog, Vietnamese, Spanish, Arabic, Korean, Chinese, and more. This makes it accessible to international nursing students and ESL learners. You can study in the language you're most comfortable with while still preparing for English-language exams.

§ 03  —  RESULTS & TRUST

Results & Trust.

Pass rates, independent research, and how the AI stays accurate.

Does GoodNurse actually work?

Students who use GoodNurse report a 97% NCLEX pass rate. A University of Rochester study also validated the effectiveness of AI tutoring for nursing education outcomes — you can read about the study here.

Beyond the numbers, we hear from students every week who tell us GoodNurse helped them pass exams they were worried about, finally understand pharmacology, or feel confident walking into the NCLEX.

Do nursing programs use GoodNurse?

Yes. Nursing programs and educators have recommended GoodNurse to their students as a supplemental study tool. If you're an instructor or program director interested in bringing GoodNurse to your students, reach out to us at contact@goodnurse.com — or see our information for nursing schools. We'd love to talk.

Is the AI accurate?

GoodNurse's AI is trained on nursing education materials and its content is reviewed by experienced nurses and NCLEX tutors. Like any AI tool, we recommend using it as a study companion alongside your textbooks and coursework — not as a replacement for your nursing program.

That said, our AI has answered over 500,000 nursing questions to date and continues to improve with every interaction.

§ 04  —  PRICING & PLANS

Pricing & Plans.

One price. No tiers. No catch.

How much does GoodNurse cost?

GoodNurse is $9.99/month. That's it. No tiers, no upsells, no hidden fees. You get full access to the AI tutor, all 2,500+ practice questions, study resources, and every feature we offer.

For comparison, similar tools charge anywhere from $35 to $500. See our pricing →

Is there a free trial?

Yes! You can ask up to 5 questions for free, no credit card required. It's enough to see how the AI tutor works and whether it fits your study style before you commit. Start your free trial →

Can I cancel anytime?

Absolutely. There are no contracts or cancellation fees. You can cancel your subscription anytime from your account settings, and you'll continue to have access through the end of your billing period.

Do you offer group or student discounts?

We're already priced for nursing students on a budget. $9.99/month is our way of making sure cost is never a barrier.

If you're a nursing program looking to provide GoodNurse to a group of students, contact us at contact@goodnurse.com and we'll work something out.

Are you adding new features?

All the time. We're committed to offering the most value for the least amount of money. New features, study materials, and tools are always in the works.

And because we're a small team that talks directly to our users, a lot of what we build comes straight from student feedback. If there's something you wish GoodNurse could do — tell us. There's a good chance it's already on our roadmap.

§ 05  —  GETTING STARTED

Getting Started.

Signing up, the iOS app, and studying across devices.

How do I sign up?

Head to goodnurse.com and click "Start Free." You can create an account in under a minute. No credit card needed to try your first 5 questions.

Is there an app?

Yes! GoodNurse is available as an iOS app on the App Store, and also works beautifully in any mobile or desktop browser. Your account syncs across all devices, so you can start studying on your laptop and pick up on your phone.

Can I use GoodNurse on my phone, tablet, and computer?

Yes. GoodNurse works on any device with a web browser — phones, tablets, laptops, desktops. It's fully responsive and designed to give you a great experience no matter how you access it.

§ 06  —  ACCOUNT & SUPPORT

Account & Support.

Privacy, real human support, and how to tell us what you need.

Is my data safe?

Yes. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We don't sell your personal information to third parties — ever. Your study conversations are private. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

How do I contact support?

You can reach us through the Contact Us link on our website, or by emailing contact@goodnurse.com. We're a small team, which means when you write to us, a real person reads it and responds — usually within 24 hours.

I have a suggestion or found a bug. How do I share feedback?

We love hearing from students. Use the Contact Us link on the website or send us a message directly. Many of our best features started as student suggestions — we read every single message.

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Usually we reply within 24 hours. If it's something lots of students ask, it'll probably end up on this page.

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