Career Day in the Life: Licensed Vocational Nurses
Licensed vocational nurses, or LVNs, are a vital part of the healthcare team. You may also have heard of licensed practical nurses or LPNs. It is important to note that the terms can be used interchangeably. In Texas and California, the term LVN is used, and in the rest of the United States, the term […]
3 Ways to Create a Sticky Relationship with a Staffing Agency
If you work in healthcare staffing or are considering going this route, you likely understand the importance of developing a solid relationship with your preferred staffing agency. While there are several staffing agencies, some provide different opportunities. Creating a solid relationship with a staffing agency is essential to secure staffing jobs that meet your needs. […]
What’s to Come for Surgical Techs in 2023 and Beyond
The New Year is often a time to evaluate new goals and where you hope you are professionally and personally going into the next year. As 2022 wraps up and we head into 2023, here’s what to know about working as a surgical tech. Surgical Tech Job Prospects Like most jobs in health care, working […]
5 Tips for Achieving Better Work-Life Balance as a Healthcare Professional
Healthcare workers often face demanding jobs and unique work stress. One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, Kaiser Family Foundation and the Washington Post conducted a survey among healthcare workers. 55% of those surveyed reported feeling burned out, and 49% felt anxious. These are high numbers, and healthcare workers must strive to achieve a healthy work-life […]
New Year, New Career: How to Become a Surgical Tech in 2023
The beginning of the holiday season means a new year is right around the corner. If a new healthcare career is one of your goals for 2023, consider becoming a surgical technologist. Why Become a Surgical Technologist A surgical technologist position is a good healthcare career choice if you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment […]
Coping with Compassion Fatigue—Tips for Medical Professionals
Working in healthcare is stressful. Hospitals are open year-round and around the clock, and those who work in healthcare see patients at some of their worst moments. The schedule and job often require tremendous amounts of compassion—which the best healthcare workers are known for. However, even the best healthcare workers can experience burnout and compassion […]