Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are an integral part of the healthcare team, providing primary care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical settings. Their duties include helping with bathing, grooming, feeding, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Keep reading to learn more about what CNAs do and why they are necessary for all healthcare settings. … Read More
What does an LPN/LVN do?
Are you considering becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or a licensed vocational nurse (LVN)? If so, you may wonder what exactly the differences are between an LPN and an LVN. This career path has a few different names, with some subtle distinctions. Understanding the differences can help you decide which career path to pursue. What is an LPN/LVN? An … Read More
What is Long-Term Care?
As a nurse, you have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. One is long-term care. There are over 65,000 long-term care facilities in the U.S. According to the National Institute on Aging, about 70% of adults over 65 will require some long-term care services at some point in their lives. In this blog post, we will define … Read More
New Challenges in Nursing: Tips to Excel
Nursing is a challenging profession that is always evolving. As a nurse, you are constantly faced with new challenges, whether keeping up with the latest medical advances, dealing with staffing shortages, or managing stress and burnout. This blog post will look at some of the most significant challenges nurses face today and offer tips on how to excel despite them. … Read More
What Do Registered Nurses Do?
Nursing is one of the most critical and challenging professions in the world. There are different levels of education and licensing for nurses. An RN, or registered nurse, is a nurse who has completed an accredited nursing program and has passed the NCLEX-RN exam. An LPN, or Licensed Practical Nurse, is a nurse who has completed a practical nursing program … Read More
How to Choose a Nursing Specialty: New and Experienced Nurses
Choosing a nursing specialty can be difficult, whether you’re a new nurse or an experienced nurse. There are so many specialties to choose from, and it’s hard to know which is right for you. Here are some tips to help you choose the right nursing specialty for you: What is a Nursing Specialty? Over 1.75 million registered nurses are working … Read More
Travel Nursing
Do you want to work and travel at the same time? Do you want to experience different parts of the country—or even the world—while still working as a nurse? If so, travel nursing might be the perfect career choice for you. What is Travel Nursing? In a nutshell, “travel nursing” is a job that entails working as a nurse in … Read More
Short-Staffing.
Is your healthcare facility struggling with finding the correct number of staff to maintain patient care? You’re not alone. Because of the nursing shortage, many hospitals and other medical facilities find it challenging to maintain optimal staffing levels. In this blog post, we’ll define short staffing, explore the reasons behind the shortage, discuss the impact of short-staffed shifts on patients … Read More
1099 Vs. W-2
A challenge in the healthcare industry is consistent change. New regulations and laws are passed, new treatments are developed, and patient needs evolve. To keep up with these changes, companies in the healthcare industry need to adapt quickly. This cannot be easy when they are bogged down by paperwork and administrative tasks. One of the most burdensome tasks for companies … Read More
Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Information Safe Online
Our lives are moving more and more online, from shopping and entertainment to banking and applying for employment. Whether you’re filling out forms, making purchases, or browsing the web, it’s important to keep your information safe online. Here are some tips to help you protect yourself from data-security threats. Watch what you share on social media. Sites like Facebook and … Read More