How a Staffing Company Helps Surgical and Sterile Technicians Find Jobs
How do staffing companies work? How can a staffing company help ME find a job? These are common questions. Many people are unsure if a staffing company can be helpful in a job search, or how a staffing company works in the healthcare industry. A strong foundation When an individual goes to a staffing company […]
Supplemental Nurses Provide Cost Efficiency
True or false: supplemental nurses provide cost efficiency? Hospitals have to balance cost efficiency and patient care, so it’s very important for them to know if this statement is true. Many hospitals employ supplemental nurses with great success. For these hospitals, supplemental nurses fill various gaps – vacations, staffing shortages, sick days and more. Personnel […]
What to Do When You Don’t Know the Answer to a Patient’s Question
It may happen first thing in the morning, after a coffee break, or at the end of a long, hard day. A patient or family member asks a question and the answer that comes to mind is “I don’t know.” Situations like this must be handled appropriately and with great care. Stay Calm Whatever you […]
Search for a New Job While Still Employed
Searching for a new job can be challenging. Finding the right jobs to apply for can be tough and tedious. Interviews are stressful. Getting passed over for a dream job is heartbreaking. Searching for a new job while still employed adds a whole new set of challenges to the entire process. Fortunately, there are some […]
Important Preparation Information for ICD-10 Implementation
October 1, 2015, will bring big changes to healthcare. That day, the ICD-10 coding system will replace ICD-9, which has been in place for decades. The change is required for everyone covered by the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA). The Basics The American Medical Association offers important clarification about ICD-10, beginning with the acronym […]
5 Ways to Make Yourself an Appealing Travel Nursing Candidate
Travel nursing isn’t for everyone. For a nurse who prefers the comforts of home, working with familiar faces, and maintaining a routine, travel nursing wouldn’t be the best option. However, for a nurse who is interested in adventure, challenges, meeting new people, and exploring, travel nursing may be just perfect. All nurses should possess certain […]