When Is Virtual Reality Coming to the Operating Room?

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At one time, virtual reality was a novelty, mostly focused on video games. Those days are gone; today, virtual reality is a useful tool, including in the medical field. When is it coming to the operating room, and why does that matter? In Some Cases, It’s Already There Take Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport […]

Test Resources for Surgical Techs Trying to Earn a Certification

Do you enjoy taking tests? Most people answer that with a definite no. If you’re on the path to becoming a surgical tech, you may be worried about your certification exam. However, there are ways to make testing a little easier and less intimidating, and we’re here to help with that. Here are a few […]

Your Co-Worker and Friend Just Quit – Now What?

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Work friendships can be important. You may eat together, laugh on good days, and boost each other’s spirits on bad days. Then, one day, your best friend at work decides it’s time to move on. Where do you go from here? We have a few tips to help you cope. Give Yourself Time to Adjust […]

Six Best Practices to Keep Your Mental Health in Check

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How do you deal with stress and optimize your mental health? These issues are essential for all of us, especially in a profession that involves caring for people or helping them care for themselves. Here are a few tips to keep your mental health in check.  Keep a Journal  Writing things down can be helpful […]

Four Ways to Move Up the Ranks in Your Healthcare Position

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Even if you love your current job, you may be dreaming of what comes next. Do you envision more responsibility? A supervisory role? Leading a department or facility? Whatever your goals are, there are a few steps that will help you move up the ranks in healthcare. Keep Learning Many healthcare roles have continuing education […]

How to Manage Conflict with a Co-Worker

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Conflicts can happen anywhere in life: at home, between friends, at work, and elsewhere. Any dispute can be difficult and stressful, but work conflicts can feel especially intimidating. We have some tips to help you manage conflict with a co-worker. Assess the Situation What’s the nature of the conflict? When did it start? If you […]