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Crystal Jones RN

About Crystal Jones RN

Crystal Jones is a Registered Nurse who moonlights as a professional freelance writer. She uses her expert knowledge, skills and personal experience in health, education, parenting, simple living and mental health to provide content that teaches, engages and inspires readers. When she isn’t writing, working or crying in the bathroom she can be found in the kitchen burning dinner for her husband and 3 young kids when she would rather be out in the garden. Check out her work and how to connect at WriteLifeChange.com.

How to Survive At Work When You Are Understaffed and Overworked

By Crystal Jones RN - October 19, 2017

One out of five nurses will leave the nursing profession within the first year of becoming a nurse. 36 % of hospital nurses said their patient workload caused them to miss vital changes in a patient’s

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How to Survive At Work When You Are Understaffed and Overworked

5 Self Care Tips to Save Your Healthcare Career and Your Sanity

By Crystal Jones RN - December 12, 2017

You work hard. Day and night, evenings and weekends, holidays and celebrations. You work, giving your time and energy to take care of everybody else. But who takes care of you? Who takes care

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5 Self Care Tips to Save Your Healthcare Career and Your Sanity

How to Give Feedback Even When You Hate Conflict

By Crystal Jones RN - March 8, 2018

An online poll conducted by Harris Poll found that 69% of managers stated that they are uncomfortable communicating with employees. A whopping (but not surprising) 37% said they dislike giving direct feedback to an employee.

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How to Give Feedback Even When You Hate Conflict

3 Tips on How to Quit Your Job Without Burning Bridges

By Crystal Jones RN - April 12, 2018

The good news is you just got that dream job you have been wishing for! Finally you can quit your current job and move on in your career to a job with better benefits and perks. The bad news is, you still need to quit your old job. This article will help you to leave the old job in the best way possible.

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3 Tips on Quitting Your Job Without Burning Bridges

5 Tips to Outsmart the AI Recruiting Process

By Crystal Jones RN - April 26, 2018

AI recruiters are designed to pick out the best of the candidates and showcase them to the human recruiter. Set up your application, resume, and online presence to wow the AI recruiter and your human recruiter will be ready to be wowed by you, too.

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Successful Job Search with AI Recruitment

Top 10 Most Unhealthy Jobs in Healthcare (and the Secret to Surviving)

By Crystal Jones RN - May 10, 2018

These 10 healthcare jobs are considered the unhealthiest jobs in healthcare. But please, don’t give up on working in healthcare! You are a needed and necessary part of a healthy society. I’ll share 5 secrets to surviving these top 10 most unhealthy jobs.

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Top 10 Most Unhealthy Jobs in Healthcare and the Secret to Surviving

These are the Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers

By Crystal Jones RN - May 22, 2018

Working in healthcare is a noble and rewarding career, but knowing which occupation offers you the best chance for a job is also rewarding.

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These are the Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers

The Best Cities in the Midwest for a Career in Healthcare

By Crystal Jones RN - June 7, 2018

If the Midwest is calling you home, or you have always wanted to live in the region famous for acres of farmland, friendly people, and a laid back lifestyle here are the best cities to live in.

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Best Cities in the Midwest for a Career in Healthcare

Best Cities in the Northeast for a Career in Healthcare

By Crystal Jones RN - July 10, 2018

Which of these historical and vibrant cities are calling your name? You don’t have to wait to experience the diverse culture and beautiful scenery of the Northeast. Any one of these 6 cities could offer you an exciting career in health care. On your days off, you could also be exploring museums, art galleries, vineyards or national parks. Take your pick!

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Best Northeastern Cities for a Career in Healthcare

Best Cities in the Northwest for a Career in Healthcare

By Crystal Jones RN - July 31, 2018

Which part of the Northwest appeals to you the most? Are you a dedicated Seattle coffee drinker, or are you looking for the wide-open spaces of Montana? Whatever you decide, there are some excellent opportunities for a career in healthcare in many of these cities!

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Best Cities in the Northwest for a Career in Healthcare