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View all postsHot Nursing Career: Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - February 15, 2018
Gerontological nurse practitioner job opportunities remain strong. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for all types of nurse practitioners is growing much faster than
Career Trends in Allied Health - Spotlight on Fast-Growing Healthcare Jobs
By Susan Gulliford CPRW - January 11, 2018
Here are profiles of three fast-growing healthcare jobs that do not require individuals to have a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree.
Physical Therapist Career Analysis
By Susan Gulliford CPRW - December 19, 2017
Physical Therapists (PTs) have abundant career opportunities. That is the conclusion of the latest study by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. They expect the U.S. to need an additional 71,000 Physical Therapists by 2024.
Demand for Physician Assistants Continues to Rise
By Susan Gulliford CPRW - November 21, 2017
Physician Assistants (PAs) continue to enjoy strong job growth. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of Physician Assistant positions is expected to grow 30% from 2014-2024. Increased
A Day in the Life of a Trauma ICU Nurse
By MaryAnn DePietro - March 7, 2017
If you have ever watched a medical drama on television, you may be familiar with the scene above. But does TV provide an accurate picture of what life is like for nurses and doctors? Not exactly. Continue reading to find out what a day in the life of a trauma ICU nurse is really like.
Why I Chose Emergency Medicine
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - February 23, 2017
There is a definite finality to the decision of which specialty a physician pursues. The reasons are as vast as they are individual. Hopefully, the med student has done due diligence and has a solid
Career Options in Respiratory Therapy
By MaryAnn DePietro - January 17, 2017
Whether you’re a new grad or an experienced respiratory therapist, it’s nice to know what your employment options include. Although respiratory therapists often work with patients who have lung diseases,
Quieting the Chaos - Finding Contentment in Rural Emergency Medicine
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - November 17, 2016
The frenetic pace and chaos of working in an urban trauma center are addicting - at least for a while. Interesting, unusual, and tragic patients test the mettle of even seasoned physicians. For some,
Why I am a Psychiatric Nurse
By Angie Best-Boss RN - October 4, 2016
The first time I tried to kill myself, I was 12. Twenty-three Benadryl just made me very sleepy. That is, until I had my stomach pumped. The second time I didn’t actually take the pills, but instead
Career Profile: Medical Dietitian Jobs
By MaryAnn DePietro - May 24, 2016
Nutrition plays an important role in being healthy. Proper nutrition is especially critical for patients who are hospitalized or have a medical condition. Inadequate nutrition can compromise recovery