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Recovering from Burnout: Tips on Healing from Exhaustion

Minority Nurse

In fact, 62% of nurses have experienced burnout, according to a 2020 survey. Another more flexible choice can be taking personal leave or shifting your schedule so that you can have more days or nights off. Any nurse who’s worked long hours with no rest knows that burnout is real.

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How Practical Nurse Duties Have Evolved

Prism Career Institute

Some of the biggest advancements in practical nursing include: Telemedicine To open more rooms within facilities and promote social distancing, many healthcare providers began offering telemedicine in 2020. What’s more, we accommodate busy schedules with both day and evening classes.

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Moving Forward: How Nurses Can Recover From Pandemic PTSD

Minority Nurse

This condition is also known to have lingering effects on the body and mind long after the source of trauma ends, which is why nurses can have a hard time coping with workplaces that remind them of what they went through in 2020. These types of accommodations can include longer breaks or a flexible schedule.

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Phlebotomy Jobs Las Vegas

Phlebotomy Careers

Qualifications and Certification Requirements To secure phlebotomy jobs in Las Vegas, candidates typically need: High school diploma or GED Completion of a phlebotomy training program accredited by a recognized agency (e.g.,

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Henry Ford Health Settles Tracking Technology Lawsuit

The HIPAA Journal

Henry Ford Health encouraged patients to use the website and patient portal to submit information, review their health records, book appointments, schedule visits, pay bills, and communicate with providers. The settlement has received preliminary approval from the court, and the final fairness hearing is scheduled for October 7, 2025.

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How Routine Medical Care Fuels America’s Opioid Crisis

The Healthcare Blog

The consequences are devastating: In 2020, the CDC reported that construction workers had an overdose death rate of 130.9 Louis found that 15% of construction workers prescribed opioids for musculoskeletal pain became long-term users, with those individuals being nearly 10 times more likely to develop opioid use disorder.

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A Journey of Perseverance and Purpose in Healthcare and Human Services

Minority Nurse

A Long Road Back to Education Reflecting on her decision to return, Ortega shares, “In September 2020, after spending six months working from home due to COVID, I found myself reflecting during a conversation with a friend. “It wasn’t easy, but I leaned heavily on planning and time management.