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Graduation Season and the Rise of a New Generation of Nurses: A Beacon of Hope Amid a National Shortage

Minority Nurse

For nursing, graduations can occur more frequently, as programs often run year-round to meet the growing demand for healthcare professionals. This shortage is already being felt in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities nationwide, resulting in longer wait times, increased workloads, and a higher risk of errors in patient care.

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What Is the Easiest Healthcare Certification to Get Online?

We Care Online

Job Outlook: Employment of CNAs is expected to increase 5% by 2031, as the older population will needmore long-term care. Theory is contained to the online portion, while in-person clinical training preps you forhands-on care. Why Its Easy: CNA programs typically last412 weeks.

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Navigating the World of Long-Term Care: A Guide for Nurses

Minority Nurse

In the vast and varied landscape of healthcare careers, long-term care is sometimes overlooked. What is Long-term Care? Long-term care (LTC) refers to a range of services to meet a person’s health or personal care needs for an extended period.

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The Role of Medical Assistants in Efficient Healthcare Delivery

Northwest Suburban College

Medical Assistants work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and long-term care facilities, making them integral to the healthcare system. From anatomy and physiology to medical terminology and healthcare law, our curriculum ensures students have a well-rounded understanding of the medical field.

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“Wow, That Could Be Me One Day” – Wayne State’s Erik Carter Traces His Path from Teenage LVN to Nurse Educator

Minority Nurse

Carter caught the teaching bug about 10 years later while working as an acute and critical care cardiovascular nurse in San Fransisco. Observing Carter sharing his experience with local students during clinical rounds, an impressed faculty member urged him to add teaching to his skill-set. ” How did you get into teaching?

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A Rewarding Career in Pharmacy: The Crucial Role of Pharmacy Technicians

Northwest Suburban College

Long-term care facilities: Pharmacy Technicians in long-term care settings, such as nursing homes, dispense medications to residents, often requiring specialized knowledge of geriatric pharmaceutical care.

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Difference Between a Medical Assistant and a Nurse Aide

Southern Careers Institute

Nursing assistants, also called nurse aides, provide basic patient care under the supervision of licensed practical nurses and registered nurses. They work in hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies. The majority of nursing assistants have regular full-time jobs.