ANALYZE —Clearly define and understand the employers position. —Build a consensus among the team as to the key competencies required. —Discuss the responsibilities, experience preferences, specialty and location. —Develop an in-depth target profile of the ideal candidate — mandatory skills and preferred attributes. —Conduct targeted research on the employer and its competitors. IDENTIFY —We…
Introverts can fit well into the nursing field. Jennifer Doering, associate professor at University of Milwaukee College of Nursing, has some tips: 1. Better listeners. Introverts let others speak and shine in a patient care situation. 2. More observant. Introverts are quieter, allowing them to be more observant and pick up on small clues. 3.…
It’s common knowledge that one of the biggest perks of being a traveling nurse is your ability to make a very good income. Here are some tips to get to $100,000 in a year: 1. Go where it snows: Head north in winter where you can earn very high pay as a travel nurse. Some…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 70% of jobs are found through professional networking, therefore it is crucial that one builds a secure network of professionals. Career advancement and placement are just two benefits. Try to make yourself into a confident networker by following these tips: 1. Social media. Linkedin is a sure…
For many Americans, summer begins on July 4th. But for many nurses, it’s a work day, away from family picnics and parties while most people have the day off. But nurses aren’t “most people.” Everyone’s first year of nursing when working holidays can be tough, says Allana Covi, a registered nurse for six years working…
Just how much money do you have to be to be considered “wealthy” in America? Recent findings from Charles Schwab’s 2018 Modern Wealth Index pinpoint the number at $2.4 million on average. Respondents said that $1.4 million is needed to be considered “financially comfortable.” But the survey found that people have different ideas of what…
Nurse.org has ranked the best nursing schools in many states. This month we look at four states — Massachusetts, Florida, Texas and Washington — to highlight their choices for best nursing schools of 2018. MASSACHUSETTS According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Massachusetts is the second-highest paying state for nurses, behind California. Nurses make an…
▶ A Georgia plastic surgeon who filmed herself singing and dancing while patients were exposed on the operating table is now facing several lawsuits. ▶ New hospital for treatment of eating disorders opens in Atlanta. ▶ Stars & Stripes reports that the Durham (N.C.) VA Medical Center spent more than $1.3 million on medical supplies…
Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, Orthopedic Surgery The primary function of the Physician Assistant is to provide comprehensive medical care for the Orthopedic patient under the direct supervision of the attending physician. Clinical responsibilities will include: evaluating patients, entering patient care orders, performing procedures, providing education, collaboration wtihin the multidisciplinary team, preparing patients for…
The American Academy of PAs recently released a comprehensive report providing a detailed snaphot of PA compensation and benefits information in the U.S. Figures are for 2016. The profession has doubled in size every decade since 1980 with no end in sight.