Stay Limber on the Job with These 5 Practices
Those who work in healthcare often go into the profession to help others. However, in order to provide the highest quality patient care, it is important for healthcare workers to also take care of themselves. Whether you are a healthcare worker who sits at a desk all day or you are on your feet moving […]
TV Medical Professionals: Expectations vs. Reality
Several health professionals are inspired to join the medical field through their favorite TV shows. Shows like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Scrubs,” “House,” and “The Resident” are popular for a reason. Medicine intrigues people, and these shows all include fast-paced medical action. However, how much of these shows are fact versus fiction? Here we break down expectations […]
Handling Doctors, Administrators & Patients with Grace
Providing optimal patient care requires a teamwork approach. This means that several individuals are involved in a patient’s care. This can cause confusion and sometimes even conflict if there are differing opinions. If you find yourself in a situation where you’re feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of a patient’s care, here are a few tactile […]
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 […]
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 […]