Five Reasons Why the Graveyard Shift Is Actually the Best
Hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare organizations are open 365/24/7. While many look down on working the graveyard shift, there are several perks to being a nightshifter. If you’re considering a graveyard shift role, here are five reasons why the graveyard shift is actually the best! Fewer People Around When you work overnight, there […]
Effective Questions to Ask While Networking
Who you know can sometimes be more important than what you know. If you and another candidate are both applying for the same position with identical qualifications, but you know the floor manager or several of the department’s staff, and those people think highly of you, you’ll likely have a leg up. Networking can feel […]
Avoid Bringing Home Your Stress: How to Leave Your Work Anxieties at Work
If you’re working a standard 40-hour work week, you spend about a third of each weekday at your job. If you experience stress at work, it can be challenging to leave it behind — especially if you know you’ll be returning for another 8 hours the next day. According to a 2023 report on stress in […]
4 Workplace Green Flags to Watch Out For
There’s a lot to consider when searching for a new position! Determining if you can see yourself happy in a role is important. Most individuals are familiar with searching for red flags during the job interview process, but what about green flags? For example, it is important to explore red flags such as whether the […]
Relocating for a Contract Position? Three Things to Keep in Mind
One of the many reasons healthcare workers pursue a contract staffing position is the ability to relocate and experience somewhere new. A contract position may pay a higher wage and help with relocation expenses, and there may be tax incentives, too, depending on the specifics of your situation. While there are several perks to pursuing […]
Navigate Working Alongside Big Egos in the Workplace
In healthcare, everyone plays an essential role. Depending on the services offered, healthcare organizations need doctors, nurses, scrub techs, medical assistants, custodial staff, surgical staff, kitchen and food workers, dieticians, and other crucial team members. While everyone’s roles are important, sometimes you may encounter someone with a big ego or superiority complex. This person may hold […]