Wed.Nov 27, 2024

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Physical Therapist Skills: 12 Qualities to Career Success

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Physical therapists (PTs) work with patients during their recovery process after surgery or injury. By earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), you will learn how to help individuals regain or maintain mobility through treatments such as strength and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation and manual therapy techniques. To be successful, you should consciously cultivate several skills needed to be a physical therapist.

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4 Ways That a DNP Degree Can Enhance Your Life and Your Career

Post University

When you have a nursing degree and want to take on a leadership role, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree can help. This type of doctoral degree provides you with an opportunity to accept a leadership position within a healthcare organization or facility. Being a leader in the healthcare field offers a challenging yet highly fulfilling career.

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How to Choose a Grad School That’s Right for You

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Choosing a graduate school is an exciting yet daunting process. Not all grad schools are created equal, and learning how to evaluate graduate degree programs is a big part of the process. To weed out the schools and programs that aren’t for you, consider these 10 tips for how to choose a grad school when conducting your search and check out our flowchart for more insight into your decision process. 1.

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8 Types of DNP Specialties to Prepare You for a Rewarding Nursing Career

Post University

A doctoral degree in nursing can lead to more advanced job opportunities and a chance to use your skills as a nurse and leader. This type of degree provides you with a more in-depth study of nursing as well as organizational and leadership skills. DNP degrees have specialties available that allow you to focus on a particular area in your nursing career.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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Fitness to practise: NMC referrals reach record high

Nursing Times

The Nursing and Midwifery Council saw a record number of fitness to practise referrals in September 2024. Read more.

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What is the Voice Stopping you From Starting Your Nurse Owned Business?

Empowered Nurses

If you have a desire to start a nurse owned business, it means you can! I have no desire to be an astronaut, president or marathon runner but everything I have the desire to do, I can. Starting a nurse-owned business can be daunting, and nurses often have specific objections rooted in their background and professional experience. Here are common objections and ways to overcome each: 1. “I don’t have the business skills or knowledge.” · Objection: Many nurses worry that they lac

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Nurse of the Week: Natalie Felder, Champion for Patients Overcoming Addiction

Daily Nurse

This week, we proudly recognize Natalie Felder as our Nurse of the Week for her outstanding dedication and compassionate care in helping patients overcome addiction at Recovery Centers of America at Lighthouse in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Felder’s exceptional contribution to patient care has earned her the prestigious DAISY Award and the deep admiration of her patients and colleagues.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Shot of Truth – Why “SHOT IN THE ARM” Matters Now More Than Ever

The Relentless School Nurse

SHOT IN THE ARM should be seen by all 8 billion people on Earth! We need to rethink our collective behavior as a society facing the consequences of misinformation and a denial of objective truths that are the foundation of civilization. – Neil deGrasse Tyson (Exec Producer) The open access to the documentary SHOT IN THE ARM , now streaming on PBS , is particularly significant in today’s polarized political climate, especially with Robert F.

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How nurse navigators are helping improve emergency medical response in Southwest Washington

Health Leaders | Nursing

Emergency response systems in the Pacific Northwest are facing a great deal of strain due to inadequate staffing levels and rising 911 call volumes. In response, some cities are turning to nurse navigation programs to address that burden. Under the program, dispatchers can direct low-level 911 calls to a team of nurses instead of sending an ambulance.

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Top 10 Things to Pack as a Travel Nurse

The Gypsy Nurse

This article was written by Alice Annable. Are you preparing for your first travel nursing assignment and not sure what to pack? Or maybe you moved to a new job. And when was the last time you forgot something important? Below are the top 10 recommended must-haves for your next travel nursing trip. Are you packing for your next or dream job? Join us on the journey and fast-track your path to your dream job.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

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Hospitals Hire Nurse Practitioners- But at What Cost?

Empowered Nurses

I remember the time when hospitals were owned by communities or religious organizations with the sole purpose of providing health care to community members in need. But now hospitals have evolved into multi-system corporate conglomerates where their main focus is to make a profit. A recent article in Beckers Clinical Leadership titled “NP Staffing Models: A Double Edged Sword For Hospitals” had the sole purpose of showing that NPs have greater independence due in part to the physician shor

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Speech Pathologist Salary Guide: How Much Do Speech Pathologists Make?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you want to help people communicate better, overcome speech and language obstacles and improve their lives, a career in speech-language pathology may be right for you. As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) , you will assess, diagnose and treat speech-related problems and swallowing disorders in children and adults. Finding a job that ignites your passion is key.

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Senior Living Options During the Holiday Season

Elder Care Matters

Discover why the holiday season is an ideal time to assess senior living options. Engage with family, discuss needs, and plan for your loved ones’ future. The post Senior Living Options During the Holiday Season appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.