All LPNs need a mentor, an experienced veteran to help guide them through the ever-evolving world of healthcare. While vocational school training teaches students everything they need to know to get started, no program can cover every possible skill and clinical challenge. A new LPN has a lot to learn, and who better to learn[…]
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The Aging Population: Nursing Geriatric Patients
In 2016, the population of Americans over 65 years of age reached 50 million. By 2040, that number will rise to more than 83 million as scores of baby boomers reach retirement age, according to the Administration on Aging. Who will care for these vulnerable seniors? With primary care providers stretched to their limits, it’s[…]
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How to Become a Paralegal
A career as a paralegal can be a very rewarding experience. While you will learn the ins and outs of the job through a diploma or degree program, you will continue to learn certain skills while working as a paralegal. Whether you work for a law office or another type of agency, you will be[…]
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The Definitive Guide to Swedish Massage
Whether you are considering a profession as a massage therapist or simply interested in getting a massage, there is a lot to consider. There is a fair amount of overlap between many of the different methods. They also have very distinct differences that have to be navigated. There are a lot of different methods and[…]
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Do Medical Assistants Draw Blood? Phlebotomy & Venipuncture Explained
Medical assisting is a dynamic career with plenty of opportunities to specialize. From tackling administrative responsibilities to working in a lab, a medical assistant can do it all, or they can choose to focus on a single area of interest. Phlebotomy is one such specialty that may appeal to students with an aptitude for science[…]
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How to Become an Office Administrator
Finding the right career is something that many people take their time to get right. They want to do something that has meaning but also pays decently. They want to be challenged, but often don’t want to be so busy that they can barely think straight. When considering the various options that exist in the[…]
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American Massage Therapy Scholarship – DUE September 9, 2019
Students – The AMTA has a Summer Scholarship worth $2,500 available to apply for. The scholarship deadline is September 9, 2019! Here is the link
How to Become a Registered Nurse (RN)
Becoming a Registered Nurse, or RN, is a fast and easy way to launch a rewarding career in healthcare. Top talent is in demand, and whether being a nurse is a student’s forever-goal or a stepping-stone to higher credentials, there are valuable job opportunities in nursing just waiting to be filled. What is an RN?[…]
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Small Business Administrative Assisting: Accounting & Office Administration
Interested in getting a job that is at the center of a small business? The administrative assistant is the glue that holds the small business together. An administrative assistant may have the title of the secretary, receptionist, or executive assistant. The fundamental job is the same. Usually small business administrative assisting duties consist of making[…]
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Ten Skills Needed for Entry-Level Nurses
Graduation day for a licensed practical nurse is a time to celebrate accomplishments, but it also marks the beginning of a new phase of learning. School teaches students what they need to know to be confident on the job, but it’s only with real-world experience that knowledge comes full circle. For new nurses, an entry-level[…]
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