Careers

How To Maximize Your Potential As A Traveling Nurse

It never fails to surprise me how many nurses express their frustration with the world of travel employment. Most often, they wonder why they aren’t finding the assignments they want and deserve; they wonder why placements can take so long; and they wonder why their agencies aren’t doing more to help. It’s understandable nurses feel like this. Finding the right…

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College

Busy Schedule Consider An Online College For Nursing

When deciding on a master’s degree in nursing, consider an online college for nursing. It may be the answer for those who have reservations about returning to school. The biggest concern for most people is the time they will have to devote to attending classes, finding time for group projects, homework, and taking tests. School can be stressful when trying…

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Careers

The Travel Nursing Profession In Brief

Travel nursing is a wonderful way to merge the nursing profession that you love, with a fondness for travel, meeting new people, and gaining new experiences. You can travel to and work in different locations and medical facilities around the country as a travel nurse or as a travel nursing professional. By joining an agency for traveling nursing professionals, you…

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Elderly Care

Elder Care Services Determining Your Level Of Care

The condition of the person seeking nursing care is the key factor in your choice of a long-term care facility. All skilled/intermediate care nursing facilities provide personal care and residential services including rooms, meals, planned activities and programming to meet social and spiritual needs. The levels of nursing and therapy services offered vary quite widely, and these should be carefully…

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Wealth Building

How To Find Affordable Long Term Care Insurance In Arizona

The state of Arizona provides long term care through a program called Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). This program provides coverage for senior citizens aged 65 and over and/or individuals who are disabled and require ongoing care in facilities like nursing home or other long term care institutions. In addition to meeting the age and disability requirement, there are…

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The Cna In Today S Nursing Field

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) fill an important role in today’s healthcare industry, providing the most direct and daily care many patients will receive. Depending on the employer, the CNA may also be known as home health aides, personal caregivers, nurse aids, patient care technicians, or other titles, but the basic job description is the same. They are employed almost everywhere…

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College

The Lowdown On Earning Your Bsn Online

Earning a BSN online is one way to advance in one’s career. Many colleges offer online programs to those who are interested in pursing academic interests without upsetting their day to day lives. For nurses who work long hours and work different shifts, an online program is the answer for those who want to pursue a BSN. These programs usually…

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