Tips for: ‘Walk Me Through Your Resume’ for Healthcare Workers
One of the most common opening questions you might encounter is, “Walk me through your resume.” Here’s why interviewers ask this question …
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What Are Transferable Skills? 10 Examples for Your Resume
As a healthcare specialist, you’ve honed a myriad of skills that make you exceptional at your job. But did you know that many of these skills are transferable and can be highlighted on your resume to open new career opportunities? Understanding and showcasing these transferable skills can be a game-changer, whether you’re looking to move …
Getting It Right: Why Doctors Need Second Opinions Too
This article explores how getting a second or third opinion from other specialists can make a big difference in diagnosing a health issue …
6 Things to Avoid in Your Nursing Career
Let’s explore the six things that nurses should avoid in their registered nurse career, offering tips and guidance to help nurses …
Dental Hygienist Salary in New York: What You Need to Know
Dental hygienist salary in New York is a topic of interest for those considering this career path.According to the United States Bureau …
5 things dental assistants wish the dentists knew
While the relationship between a dentist and a dental assistant is often a close and collaborative one, there are still some things that …
Protect Your Job in Uncertain Times with 5 Easy Steps
While no job is completely immune to change or uncertainty, there are steps you can take to protect your job and increase your chances of …
When’s the right time to ask for a salary increase at your first job?
If you’re considering asking for a raise, you first need to ask yourself if you truly deserve a raise. Did you hit all your goals? Have you helped drive more revenue to the business or take on more responsibility? Is the company doing well? Before asking the big question, you need to assess if you …
CEU: 6 Courses For The Aspiring Pediatric Nurse
Are you an aspiring pediatric nurse searching for courses to increase your skills and interact with your patients? Here are 6 CEU courses that can help you build your pediatric knowledge, highlight what you need to be a successful pediatric nurse, deal with various situations, and more. Ethics for Nursing Why should you take this …
A Guide to Becoming A Geriatric Nurse
Geriatric nurses assist older patients by providing professional care and helping patients 50 and over. They help patients maintain independence, mobility, and quality of life. A geriatric nurse is also an advocate. As trained advocates, nurses advocate and intervene when necessary, i.e., elder abuse and neglect. Working with a team of providers, social workers, case managers, and guardians, geriatric nurses help develop individual plans for their elderly patients and ensure patient safety.
INTERVIEW | Catherine Boyd’s Journey to Healthcare
In her second interview with MEDIjobs, Catherine Boyd, an LPN from New York, talks about her healthcare journey, how she overcame many obstacles before becoming an LPN, her love for her job, and what’s next.
7 Remote jobs for nurses and healthcare workers in 2023
Now more than ever, companies and healthcare institutions are hiring more remote healthcare workers to perform. With a shortage in staffing, more healthcare workers are working remotely and assist various healthcare institutions with patient care, in the comfort of their own home
The MediJobs Job Searching Experience With LPN Catherine Boyd
I searched for about a month before matching with my new employer. MEDIjobs matched my job searching and requirements expectation and then some. The platform is very user friendly, and I could search, connect, and, of course, find a job through the process.
11 Best Holiday Gift Ideas For Nurses-Christmas and beyond
Are you looking for the perfect gift ideas for the nurses in your life this holiday? Here are 11 of the best holiday gift ideas for nurses. Compression Socks Shifts are long, so why not surprise the nurses in your life this holiday with compression socks? Compression socks are a great holiday gift idea for …
6 High Paying healthcare careers for 2021
Here are 6 high paying and fastest-growing healthcare careers in 2021 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS), healthcare-related positions are expected to grow by 15% as technical, non-clinical, and clinical roles reopen. This is primarily because of the great need for more healthcare workers, as COVID-19 continues. It’s the perfect time to apply for …
Medical Assistant vs Patient Care Technician
One of the more commonly asked questions when it comes to entering the medical field is “what is a medical assistant vs patient care technician.” The answer might surprise you. A medical assistant is generally certified as a medical assistant and goes through an average of one full year of schooling at a community college. …
What is a Telemetry Technician Salary and How to Become one
If you’re considering a career in the medical field, you’re likely familiar with the most common medical positions such as a nurse assistant, medical assistant, or registered nurse. However, there are countless roles in the medical field that aren’t commonly talked about yet open doors and opportunities. One of these is a telemetry technician. Join …
3 Ways The Dental Industry is Fighting PPE Pollution
The dental industry knows a thing or two about environmental pollution and waste. Using x-ray packets containing lead to blood-soaked gauzes that end up in landfills, plus the use of needles, scalpels, and blades often disposed of improperly, hazardous dental waste has become an environmental issue. Still, the dental industry is reducing its carbon footprint …
FAQ: Becoming A Certified Medical Assistant
Are you interested in becoming a certified medical assistant but don’t know where to start? Do you have questions about programs, courses, and the certified medical assistant exam (CMA)? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Taking steps to become a certified assistant doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are two questions you should ask yourself …
What do Medical Assistants do and how much do they make?
Medical Assistants (MAs) work with physicians and other healthcare staff to ensure patients receive quality health care. Trained in both administrative and clinical and are considered patient liaisons. They assist patients by easing the tension between exams, help physicians and other staff by informing or collecting patient records and often explain instructions and after exams …
EMR and What You Need to Know Before You Apply
It’s 2020, we are in the middle of a pandemic, and although it “should” be easy to find a nursing role with so many people sick, surprisingly the hiring process is harder than ever at most places. To help you look great on paper and increase your chances of getting hired, we compiled a special …
5 Things To Do To Prepare For The NCLEX
Looking for ways to prepare for the NCLEX exam but don’t know where to start? Preparing for the NCLEX exam or the National Council Licensure Examination can be difficult. The exam is a standardized test that determines if the exam taker is ready to become a licensed nurse. Although stressful, there are many things you …
INTERVIEW | PART 2 Transitioning from Public Health Nursing to Epidemiology With Melanie Rogers, MPH, RN
*Transitioning from Public Health Nursing to Epidemiology during COVID* What impact did COVID have on your day-to-day role, and how has it evolved? I wouldn’t say there was a big difference between what I did before COVID-19. I’ve always been a part of a team that focuses on communicable disease control activities. I am part …
INTERVIEW | PART 1 Transitioning from Public Health Nursing to Epidemiology With Melanie Rogers, MPH, RN
This week, we interviewed Melanie Rogers(she/her), a public health nurse from the Denver metro area of Colorado, about her work in public health and her transition from public health nursing to epidemiology. Melanie Rogers has worked in the field of public health for almost ten years. As a generalist public health nurse, she’s worked in …
6 Challenges LPNs Face At The Beginning of Their Career
As a licensed practical nurse (LPN), you’ll face many challenges as you care for your patients. LPNs provide primary patient care, often to patients who may be dissatisfied with their treatment. As rewarding as the work may be, it comes with many challenges, from potential exposure to harmful materials to dealing with a patient’s death. …
What is an Oncology Nurse and how do I become one?
Are you an aspiring registered nurse trying to figure out your career path or an experienced nurse searching for a new nursing opportunity? Why not become an oncology nurse? The field of oncology is one of the most challenging and rewarding in healthcare. Oncology nurses care for patients diagnosed with cancer and often support caregivers …
7 Awesome Nursing Blogs Written by Rn’s
Did you love Chicken Soup for the Soul when you were younger? Maybe you still do. A great escape from reality can be to dive into stories from others, especially those who have experienced similar situations like yours, or worse, making those hard days seem easier. Self-care such as taking time to read a book …
Paycheck to Paycheck
As children, limits didn’t exist, and superheroes and princesses were real. As we grew up, we learned that life is more than just difficult at times, it can feel impossible. For single mothers, saying life is hard is an understatement. The documentary, Paycheck to Paycheck The Life and Times of Katrina Gilbert, covers just how …
12 Things Nurses Wished Patients Understood
It’s no secret that as a healthcare professional there are a few things that we wished patients understood. If you’re a patient reading this or a nurse looking to relate, we’ve created a list of 12 things nurses wished patients understood. In the ER, You’re Seen in Order of How Sick You Are Are you …
Best TikTok: NYC Healthcare Workers Edition
You’ll want to follow these healthcare workers on TikTok. They’ll make you laugh, talk about their career, and even answer your questions. Checking out their videos is a great way to learn more about their professions and stay informed.
4 Best paid Technical Healthcare Jobs and Where to Study
Wondering what the highest paying technical healthcare jobs are and where to study? Did you know many high-paying healthcare jobs require just a high school diploma or an associate’s degree and an attractive salary, including benefits? Now more than ever, healthcare facilities and institutions are looking to fill up technical healthcare positions. Positions such as …
How to Become a Pediatric Nurse
Becoming a pediatric nurse can be rewarding, but does take time. There are hours, certification, and other requirements you must meet. If you’re interested in working with children, it is best to start exploring this career path today.
School Nurses and Virtual Learning
What is the future of school nurses when it comes to virtual learning? Will they still be needed? Will they work remotely and chime in to care for the student, will they travel to the home of the student when they need to be seen? We dive in to answer your questions about school nurses …
Alternative Career Options for Medical Assistants in 2020/2021
Check these career options for medical assistants One of the most extraordinary things about working in the medical field is all of the opportunities. If you get bored, feel a particular field isn’t the right fit, or need to advance your career for additional income, there are countless opportunities. We’ve Outlined Alternative Career Options for …
Top Common Mistakes Nurses Make and How To Avoid Them
These common mistakes nurses make are preventable and fixable. But, if you don’t act soon to work through them, the consequences can jeopardize your career.
A Day in The Life of a CNA
Have you always wondered what a day in the life of a CNA is like? Here’s a blog from a CNA working as a Patient Care Technician (author unknown) that we are thrilled to share with you to give you a little insight. I’m laying on a tall bed, my head tilted to the side …
6 Facts about Esther McCready, a pioneer in Nursing
On September 2, 2020, Esther McCready passed away. She was a nurse, teacher, and Activist. Born and raised on Dallas Street, Baltimore, McCready achieved greatness in the face of adversity. Esther E. McCready made history in 1950 as the first American American to be admitted to the University of Maryland-School of Nursing. Her courage inspired …
Top 5 Reasons Nurses Get Fired
Are you currently working as a nurse or considering becoming one? Unlike other professions, nurses generally get fired for the same reasons. To help you avoid getting fired, we’ve compiled the top 5 reasons nurses get fired and how to avoid it. Too Many Absences Absences are a common reason nurses get fired. When you …
6 Things Only Introverts Working in Healthcare Understand
Are you an introvert working in healthcare? We feel for you. It can be draining, rewarding, and fulfilling all rolled into one. However, although we can thrive in the field due to our innate nature to want to learn, solve problems, provide care, and focus on work, there are a few things only introverts working …
5 New Skills for Nurses to Explore in the New Decade
The world is changing, but thankfully, nurses are flexible and quick to learn. As the new decade approaches, these 5 skills will be essential for embracing what the future holds.
5 ways to combat workplace bullying in healthcare
Bullying has become a common concern for healthcare institutions, that many institutions have implemented workplace bullying initiatives. According to the Workplace Bullying Institute, bullying comprises of repeated mistreatment from others caused by physical and emotional harm. Bullys often subject to victims to verbal, nonverbal, psychological, physical, or abuse. Examples of Workplace Bullying Aggressive Communication: Verbally …
What is a Nurse-Midwife and How Much do They Get Paid?
A nurse-midwife, like other nursing specialties, is dedicated to assisting and giving patient quality care. Nurse-midwives have been around for centuries, specializing in reproductive health and prevention. Nurse-midwives examine, monitor, assess patients while providing emotional support for both patients and guardians. If this is your first time hearing about nurse wives or what they do, you’re …
3 of The Best Hospitals to Work for as Nurse in NYC
NYC Nurses want a job with benefits, good pay, and perks that help with work/life balance. These 3 hospitals are not only rated as some of the top hospitals in the city, but have a reputation for taking care of their employees.
Check it Out: 6 of the best side jobs for nurses
Are you one of the many nurses looking for side jobs during your off-hours? Maybe you’re just looking for a side job to expand on your skills and make money. Don’t worry, we understand, and we have you covered. Here are six of the best side jobs for nurses : Medical Transcription Are you looking to …
Not Getting Along With The Other Nurses At Work? Here are The Signs and What To Do About It
Not getting along with other nurses at work can be stressful. Sometimes, it can be difficult to even figure out if your co-workers do not like you. This article discusses various common signs that occur when a co-worker doesn’t like someone and tips on managing these situations.
The Best Way to Handle Someone Who’s Dissatisfied With Your Patient Care
The longer you are in healthcare, the higher the chances are that you’re going to have a patient that isn’t satisfied with your patient care no matter what you do for them. More often than not, you’re not the one they are dissatisfied with, it’s their overall perception of the experience. We’ve compiled a list …
When and How to Ask For a Unit Change (Script Included)
Asking for a unit change can be a sensitive topic when it comes to working in a hospital. For those of you who are new to healthcare, it may seem trivial. However, units are coveted for many reasons. Knowing when and how to ask for a unit change may increase your chances of actually achieving …
INTERVIEW | 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Nurse with NP Rachelle Colas
Experienced nurses can help new nurses with their career by sharing insight as to what they have learned. Rachel Colas, a Nurse Practitioner in New Jersey, discusses what her nursing life is like and 5 things she wished she knew before starting this career.
Unsure About Nursing School? Check Out These Tips
It is common to question whether or not you should attend or stay in nursing school. Choosing a career is a big responsibility. However, if you find that you’re on the fence for a long time, it might be helpful to explore these tips before moving forward.
4 Steps You Need To Become a Nurse Leader
Are you interested in becoming a nurse leader but don’t how to get started? If you’re interested in leadership positions in nursing but never heard of a nurse leader, you’re not alone. A Nurse Leader is a fairly new position and differs from a nurse manager. Nurse Managers are involved in detailed patient care planning, …
Volunteer in a Hospital: Why it is Important, How to Get Started + Tips
Volunteers play a key role in ensuring everything runs smoothly in a hospital setting. Volunteering can also help you advance your academic or work career, too. Almost all hospitals have volunteer opportunities, but getting in can be competitive. If you think volunteering can be meaningful or helpful to your life, check out this article and …
Not Sure if Nursing is For You? Start as a CNA
A career as a Registered Nurse is desirable for more reasons than one. You typically get to work three days a week rather than five. Nursing is also a stable career path, nurses, and more importantly, you get to make a difference in people’s lives. Did I also mention health care benefits? Nursing may sound …
INTERVIEW | Caring for Healthcare Workers during COVID-19 with Nursing Campaign Director Sun Strait
This week I interviewed Sun Strait (they/them), the Nursing Campaign Director at SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania on how the union is caring and keeping healthcare workers safe during the pandemic. As a lifelong advocate and activist, Sun Strait has spent the last 10 years in the labor movement, working to better the lives and workplaces of …
Looking for Ted Talks on COVID-19? Check These Out (Summaries and Links Included)
Ted Talks can be a reliable source of information as presenters are often experts in their fields. Furthermore, Ted Talks tend to follow a general theme where the speakers provides hope and actionable steps that people can do despite any negative circumstances. Check out these popular Ted Talks on COVID-19 that are filled with helpful information.
5 Reasons Why 2020 is the Year of the Nurse and Midwife
The World Health Organization (WHO) has dubbed 2020 “The Year of the Nurse and Midwife.” This year marks the 200 year anniversary of Florence Nightingale‘s birth on May 12, 1820. Nightingale, is the founder of modern nursing, was a visionary and leader. This year, nurses and midwives have helped to care for patients and …
How to Advance in Your Medical Career Without Schooling
Have you been working in the medical field for a few years, and you’re ready to advance your career, but you’re not sure where to start? Maybe you have considered going back to school but just don’t have the time? We’ve compiled a list on how to advance your medical career without schooling. Home Health …
A Nursing Career Leaves You With More Than Just Experience
When you enter the medical field, your peers will share their insights, tips of the trade, and so much more with you. However, what they don’t commonly share is how a nursing career leaves you with more than just experience. Whether you decide to stay in the field or not, you’re left with experiences and …
What Is A Travel Nurse and How Much Do They Make?
Nursing is one of those professions where you can work and receive experience from various places, from outpatient facilities, schools, healthcare centers, and as a travel nurse, you’re able to work in all these places at once. As a travel nurse, you can gather experiences from various healthcare-focused centers, care for patients from diverse backgrounds, and travel; domestic and international.
Questions Recruiters Ask During an Interview On the Phone
Recruiters tend to have interviews over the phone in order to save on time. Not being able to see someone can be difficult as we often use smiling and good posture to demonstrate our confidence. However, by checking out these frequently asked questions and following these tips, you’ll be able to demonstrate your confidence easily in your next phone interview.
Find the Perfect Gift for Nursing or Medical Students (Links Included)
Trying to get the right gift for a nursing or medical student? Look no further, we included various gifts from subscription boxes to experiences that will make anyone smile. Our recommended gifts are thoughtful and take into account the daily lives of nursing and medical students.
Check it Out: 8 Fun Facts About Dental Hygienists
Did you know Dental Hygienists do more than clean teeth? Check out these 8 surprising fun facts about the wonderful world of Dental Hygienists. For many of us, dental hygienists are individuals who clean our teeth and make sure we don’t have cavities. Or is that a Dentist? Before we get into the facts about …
How Will COVID-19 Change Nursing School?
Clinical training is essential for America’s future nurses and doctors, and it has been placed on hold due to the pandemic. What’s in store for current nursing students, and how will COVID-19 change nursing school in the future? Nursing School Changes Across the country, states are having to update their educational requirements due to the …
Freebies: Brands Giving Free Apparel to Healthcare Workers
Searching for brands giving free apparel to healthcare workers? As healthcare workers continue to care for patients during the pandemic, many businesses, organizations, and individuals are helping workers through giving. From free meals, free laundry services, to thank-you note, organizations are showing their appreciation by giving well-deserved freebies. As PPE became scarce, several companies like …
Registered Nurses: 4 Common Certifications and How Much They Will Cost You
These common certifications will help you to advance in your RN career Many registered nurses have the opportunity to work with a specific population throughout their careers. Nurses who have this opportunity build their clinical knowledge quickly as they are more aware of how illnesses manifest over time and how patients respond to medication and …
Why This Is A Good Time To Become A Nurse
Are you wondering if it’s the right time to take a leap to become a nurse? As the stress and fear of COVID-19 continue to loom over the world and healthcare workers struggle to care for patients, this may not seem like the best time to become a nurse, but it is. Now more than …
Frequently Asked Questions About Nurses Liability Insurance
Is it important for nurses to have liability insurance? Nurses, like other health professionals, need protection when accidents involving patients occur. Whether you find yourself with a patient-issued lawsuit because of adverse results from your treatment or possible licensing issue; having Nurse Liability Insurance can give you a sense of security and protection. Wondering if …
What You Need to Know to Prepare for the Front Lines
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Instagram Accounts for Healthcare Professionals That are Trending Right Now
Follow these Instagram accounts for healthcare professionals. You will find fresh content and up-to-date information for healthcare professionals. Instagram isn’t the most obvious place to look for medical industry insights and advice. However, there are plenty of seasoned doctors and medical organizations that post timely, accurate tips and information. Infographics, how-tos, lifestyle tips, and memes …
FREE COVID-19 Training Courses and other resources for healthcare front-liners.
These free COVID-19 training courses will provide great information and professional advice, so you will be better prepared and constantly updating your knowledge to protect yourself and help others. Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals around the world are facing countless challenges every day while they are fighting against the COVID-19. They are working in …
10 Fun Facts About Nurses
Test your knowledge with these fun facts about nurses that might leave you shocked and surprised. Many of us have received care from a nurse at some point in our lives. They check in on us when we are ill, make sure we take our medicine, educate us and our caregivers, and provide life-saving care …
Hospitals Hiring during the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Take a deep breath, breathe in, and breathe out. If you’re like us, you probably need it right now. Whether you’re new to the medical field or you’ve been in it for years, thinking about being on the front-lines of a pandemic can be both exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. Whether you’re looking for your first job, a supplement job or you’re looking for other opportunities; we’ve compiled a list of hospitals hiring during the coronavirus (Covid-19) to make your search a little less stressful.
INTERVIEW | How to Handle Stress as an ER Nurse with RN Linda Hughes
Working as an ER nurse is always a challenge. But now, with the entire world fighting COVID-19, it is crucial to know how to deal with stress in a hectic work environment. That is why I interviewed Registered Nurse Linda Hughes, who worked for 10 years in the ER. During her time as an Emergency Room nurse, she learned how to manage stressful situations on a daily basis. This became specifically important when pandemics such as Influenza H1N1 and Ebola added extra pressure to the work environment. Consequently, she can provide some great advice to all ER nurses facing this new and evolving health crisis.
How to Set Achievable Ambitious Goals
Our ancestors were asked to go to war, but today, most of us are asked to remain home. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, if you’re not working in the trenches, you’re likely at home in self-quarantine. Rather than focusing on the negative, you can use this time for self-growth; set achievable ambitious goals. Are you looking …
7 TED Talks Every Healthcare Professional Should Watch
TED Talks have become popular among a wide range of professionals and students. Leaders in various industries including healthcare, deliver these free mini-lectures. They are thought-provoking and informative, prompting listeners to challenge their existing ideas and strive for excellence in their work.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) What Nurses Need to Know
There are several steps for identification and maintaining as well as isolation and prevention of COVID-19 on the CDC website. Make sure your facility has a clearly displayed flowchart of early ID and assessment of Coronavirus.
The American Nurses Association: Advancing the Nursing Profession
The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the heart and soul of America’s registered nurses. It was founded in 1896, and this association is on the frontlines of improving healthcare quality for everyone. Additionally, ANA supports the nursing profession. It does this by promoting an ethical work environment, advocating on important health care issues, and promotes …
How to quit your job without looking bad with your boss
If you are thinking about how to quit your job, you will have realized that making the decision is not easy because there are many emotions involved, and many times we do not know how to give the announcement. It is true that quitting a job is an experience. It allows you to leave the …
8 Wonderful Perks of Having a Nursing Career
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the registered nursing profession will grow by 12% between 20118-2028, which is faster than all other areas of occupation. Becoming a nurse means that the last thing you have to worry about is job security.
7 Things That Every Phlebotomist Should Know
Phlebotomy is a rewarding field, but drawing and testing blood require excellent soft skills and technical knowledge. Do you fit the profile?
The Tough Stuff: Coping With The Death Of A Patient
Did you spend your childhood playing nurse with your stuffed animals? Listening to their heart and lungs and bandaging them up when they had a boo-boo? You’ve likely always loved making people feel better, making a career in nursing a no-brainer. What you weren’t prepared for was the gut-wrenching pain of your first patient death. …
Tips to manage anxiety before taking the NCLEX
If you’re a nursing student getting ready to take the NCLEX and it seems to be all you can think about, don’t worry, you’re not alone. The fact you are concerned about how things will go proves just how great of a nurse you are going to be. So technically, you don’t need any of …
INTERVIEW | Nursing as a vocation by Registered Nurse Jane Randall
Jane Randall has been a registered nurse for 25 years of her life.For her, quality service is very important because it improves the experience of patients. Today Jane is sharing her vision of nursing from her extensive experience, which covers nursing, teaching, and research. 1. Why did you decide to become a nurse? Jane: Well, …
Steps you should consider when taking the next step in your career
Answer these questions. Think seriously about the answers. Critical thinking is not a new idea for nurses, however, it seems that nurses often do not apply these skills to their own lives and goals. There is no established path for anyone. If you are an RN, LPN, nursing student, C.N.A, APN, BSN, MSN, A.D.N, CRNA, and so on, the next step in your career is your responsibility and yours alone.
When’s the right time to ask for a salary increase at your first job?
If you’re considering asking for a raise, you first need to ask yourself if you truly deserve a raise. Did you hit all your goals? Have you helped drive more revenue to the business or take on more responsibility? Is the company doing well? Before asking the big question, you need to assess if you …
The Most Wanted Healthcare Specialties for 2020
According to St. George’s University, individual medical specialties are also facing severe shortages, and medical colleges and associations are fighting an uphill battle to attract and retain new talent. The reasons for the shortages seem to vary, with some being related to working conditions instead of pay. The long working hours or years of residency can deter applicants from more demanding specialties.
8 Highest Paying RN Career choices and Nursing Specialties
By dedicating yourself to helping others, nursing offers you job sustainability, many benefits, and a high salary.
Depending on where you live and your level of education, there are many routes you can take to advance your nursing career.
The pros and cons of color-coded uniforms for nurses
We all know that nurses must wear uniforms. But there are many hospitals that have their own rules about who should wear what. This standard color-coded varies from hospital to hospital. Some hospitals have more than half a dozen different colors in their coding system. Fortunately, most shades that are assigned are available. For example, …
Vitamin D-rich meals for nurses’ who work Night Shifts (recipes included)
Suddenly, all those things that you took for granted and enjoyed are no longer available to you: the supermarket is not open when you’re on your way home, restaurants serve pancakes when you want a hamburger and you can’t call your sister to talk after the shift because she won’t be awake until three hours later.
6 LinkedIn Groups Every Nurse Should Belong To
You know about Facebook groups, but have you joined any LinkedIn groups? LinkedIn is the social media mecca of jobs, careers, and professionals. If you haven’t set up your profile on LinkedIn, do so now. It’s okay, I will wait. Okay, are you all setup? Let’s go! The healthcare industry is no exception. There are …
2020 Healthcare Conferences Worth Attending
It’s vital to stay on top of new and emerging technologies with so many changes occurring in the fast-paced world of healthcare. No matter what role you’re in, conferences can allow you to hear from experts, network, and keep up to date on significant healthcare industry developments. To help narrow down the noise, we’ve outlined the best 2020 healthcare conferences worth attending.
HIPAA for Nurses – Guide of Do’s and don’ts
The maintenance of HIPAA has to do with the protection of patient privacy. This means being aware of how, when and with whom the data is shared. A conscious effort should be made to ensure that health information is shared only when necessary. In general, taking this into account will help to avoid most mistakes. …
INTERVIEW | Get the Scoop on Being a Nurse Practitioner with Dr. Danielle McCamey
Dr. McCamey grew up in a single-parent family home in Northern Virginia. Inspired by her mother, she became a nurse and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Virginia. She started her nursing career at Georgetown University Hospital. Shortly afterward, she obtained her Master of Science from Georgetown University, specializing in Acute Care Advanced Practice.
How to Pass the NCLEX? Guide for nurses
Nursing school is a challenging experience. Nursing students constantly ask “why is nursing school so difficult” to later find the NCLEX is even more complicated! As if the rigors you faced during your nursing education were not enough, then you have to take your professional degree exam. Now comes the stress of preparing for the NCLEX. Whether you have completed an RN or LPN program, you must still pass your “exams” to practice as a nurse. Nursing school is about jumping through hoops, and NCLEX is just one more to jump.
Best Workshops for Nurses in NYC to get Continuing Education Units
Making time for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) can be incredibly difficult for nurses. Though New York City is full of hospitals and universities, most physicians and nurse trainers are too busy with their own work to offer CEUs. While some nursing specializations have organizations that offer specific CEUs and workshops, smaller subspecialties may have a limited number of workshops for nurses.
How to Build a Meaningful Medical Career and Avoid Burnout
There’s not much downtime when you’re trying to build a meaningful medical career. Between education, work, practicums, and your own personal life, you might feel like there are not enough hours in a day. If you feel like you’re running 25/8 with little to no downtime, how can you call your medical career choice meaningful? …
3 Ways to Make Your Commute to the Hospital Enjoyable
Your daily commute to the hospital is only one thing that causes stress and anxiety. Pile that onto your patient load, your home life, and school, well, it’s no wonder we’re going grey in our 20’s. It’s not just the medical field who has it wrong when it comes to traffic-related stress. Unless you’re a …
Common Nursing Interview Mistakes
Preparing for your first nursing interview can be daunting. You’ve worked so hard to get to this point, and it’s all riding on nailing your interview. You’re wondering what to wear, what questions they’ll ask, and how to show your strengths. We’ve outlined the most common nursing interview mistakes to help you prepare. Being Late …
5 Common Nursing Interview Questions & Sample Answers
If you’ve landed an interview for a nursing or medical position, it’s important to be prepared. You need to communicate in your interview indirectly that you’re a great teammate, quick on your feet, humble, can show humility, have patience, be self-aware, and practice excellent time-management. We’ve compiled 5 Common Nursing Interview Questions and the best …
Nursing 101: Dealing with Difficult Doctors
Patients rely on doctors and nurses for safe and effective medical treatment. This unpleasant time for a patient becomes worse when you have a jerk doctor on your team.
Top Public Health Jobs by Degree
Have you ever considered a degree in public health? It’s one of the fastest-growing health degrees in healthcare. Public health takes a more upstream approach to health by understanding the social determinants that affect a patient’s life. Take a look at some of the highest paying public health jobs below.
