Monday, December 15, 2008
Hot Health Careers Most People Know Nothing About:
The California Wellness Foundation funded a survey to see whether health care offers job security, family-sustaining wages and professional satisfaction. Jobs such as medical assistants and pharmacy and emergency-medicine technicians offer this type of security. They are known as allied health profesions in the health care industry.
All you need to enter most of these jobs is a two-year degree or a licensing program. Others may require more years of study.
Doctors Trained to Prescribe Drugs, but not Exercise
Various studies show that most western doctors are not trained or do not the incentives to prescribe exercise to their patients. Yet, they should regularly prescribe it as a way to lower blood pressure and prevent heart disease and diabetes, according to the American Heart Association on Monday June 23, 2003. Exercise often works well as drugs, yet doctors fail to advise patients to get off their sofas and walk, cycle or run, the group said, citing data from 44 different studies.
The American Heart Association and US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among other groups, recommend 30 minutes or more of the moderate exercise such as brisk walking on most or all days of the week. One problem is that doctors are not trained in preventing disease, but only in treating it, said the director of preventive cardiology and cardiovascular research at Hartford Hospital in connecticut, who led the study leading to this report. "That is not the whole story here because a lot of stuff we are talking about here is not about prevention -it is about sick patients and making people feel better.
Doctors do not urge exercise because they are not reimbursed by insurers for exercise training. And drug companies spend millions to promote medicines and train doctors in their use, but no one does the same thing for exercise." Physicians can help patients improve cholesterol levels and blood pressure just by prescribing an exercise regimen.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Beat The Hard Economic Times with Job Security Found in Pharmacy School and Nursing...
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Men in Nurses: Nurses Now: What's Great about Nursing
Nursing Shortage – job opportunity and security
More nurses are needed outside of the hospital setting.
The current nursing workforce is aging. As more nurses retire (many are expected to retire over the next 10-15 years), more will be needed to replace them.
Advances in health care are helping people live longer, there are more elderly people who need care.
The number of people who are sicker and in need of more skilled nurses is growing.
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, RN's are projected to create the second largest number of new jobs.
Flexible hours
Nurses can work days, evenings, or nights.
Some nurses work 36 hours in 3 days or 40 hours in 4 days (then have 3-4 days off).
Some work part-time or only on weekends.
Article about how some couples save money with childcare through working flexible shifts
Many different places to work
Community health clinics
Long-term care facilities
Medical offices
Military
Public schools
Home care
Corporate Health Care
Research Centers
Insurance
Outpatient and Surgical hospitals
Higher Education
Salary - Salary informational site
Annual median wage from SOC code from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics: RN is $57,280.
Other excellent reasons:
Make a difference
Give back to society
Do extraordinary things daily
New and different challenges
new science and technology in the future
With more education comes more opportunity, flexibility and higher salary
Great sense of accomplishment
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
High Enrollements Expected at California Community Colleges in Fields such as Nursing, Healthcare, Security etc...
Knowing that California is facing a budget issue, interested parties are asking where they will find money to continue to offer these classes.
Parents and students are scared by the bad economic times. “How do you deal with a declining revenue base and more and more students wanting to come?” They are asking. “It is a difficult balance and we worry about it every day.”
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Top Recession-proof Professions for a Bad Economy
Students can not go wrong in health care. There are shortages of health professionals all over the country.
It's no surprise that one of the most stable industries - even when the economy is in poor shape - is health care. No matter what the state of the country, there will always be people in need of quality health care services.
Train to coordinate and plan the delivery of health care services with a health services administration or health care administration degree. Want to assist doctors and care for the sick? Consider a nursing diploma or degree program. Or prepare for a supporting role with a one-year dental assisting and short-term medical assisting programs.
The Pay Off: Medical assistants make an average of $13.59 an hour - over $28,000 annually. Dental assistants make an average of $15.52 an hour which can add up to about $32,000 annually. Registered nurses averaged over $62,000 per year in 2007. Medical and health services managers can make over $80,000 annually.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Maxim Staffing Searches for RNs
Maxim Healthcare Services is one of the largest employers of clinicians in the nation; we make our employees a top priority. As an employee, Maxim will provide you with the same level of care and dedication that you provide your patients. We know that you are entitled to great benefits, flexible scheduling options and rewarding assignments in some of the best medical environments. Our Healthcare Recruiters will work hard to accommodate your career preferences. As a member of our dynamic healthcare team you will choose from prestigious assignments in top medical facilities and home-based settings. Our supportive staff will match your skills, experience and schedule to find you the best long-term, short-term or travel assignments. Maxim Recruiters will be available around-the-clock to provide the assistance that you need to get your job done. Whether you prefer day, evening or night shifts, Maxim has the solution for you.
Maxim employees are our greatest asset. We offer the following benefits:
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For more information about our job opportunities, please visit our website. www.maximstaffing.com
BrightStar Healthcare is Looking for Registered Nurses
Nurse
- Competitive pay, paid weekly
- Medical, Pharmacy and Life Insurance Benefits for full-time employees
- Holiday pay and Vacation pay
- Direct Deposit
- Referral Bonuses (unlimited)
About BrightStar Healthcare:
The BrightStar benefits program delivers real value to everyone who works with us because it is designed to meet your individual needs and circumstances. The details outlined below are just part of our package and includes competitive base salaries, incentive pay opportunities, and additional value-added benefits that allow our employees to enjoy a high quality of life and personal success.
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Please call as soon as you complete your online application.
Recruiting Line : (925)799-9099
Job Description (RN/LVN)
The RN Shift Supervisor assists the Administrator in providing direction in the development and evaluation of nursing personnel, and in maintaining operations of the patient care unit. Prescribes, delegates, and coordinates nursing care acting as resource for clinical issues involving the plan of care. Contributes to nursing and facilities mission through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and research efforts. He/she performs as a peer role model for professional behavior and in demonstrating superior expertise in the delivery of nursing care, and oversight of all functions of the department during assigned shift. Performs other duties as required.
Shift time: NOC
The License Vocational Nurse job duties vary with employer and specialty but can be expected to include taking blood pressure and pulse rates, preparing and administering certain medications, giving injections, reporting adverse reactions to treatments, and monitoring patients. In addition, vocational nurses monitor catheters, give alcohol rubs and massages, apply ice packs, dressings, compresses, and hot water bottles, treat bedsores, maintain patient records and may be assigned various other tasks by the supervising nurse or doctor.
Shift Type: 8 hour shifts
Job Type: Temp to Perm
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Children's Hospital in the News for Great Service to Valley Children
The magazine is highlighting the 30 top-ranked hospitals in cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery, neonatal care, neurology and neurosurgery, and respiratory disorders.
California has three facilities that make the list: Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and UCSF Children's Hospital. They made the top 30 in all seven categories. As far as Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA is concerned, it made the top 30 in five categories: general pediatrics, cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery and neurology and neurosurgery. Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego was among the top 30 in neonatal care.
Nurses Wanted at Centura Health
Nursing Positons
Staff Nurse – Registered Nurse, Nurse Managers, Nurse Directors, PT, PRN and Regional Float Pool Nurses throughout Colorado.
About Us
As Colorado’s largest family of hospitals and health care services and one of the state’s largest private employers, operating 12 hospitals, seven senior residences and home care and hospice services, Centura will welcome you home to beautiful Colorado.
Description
A Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient-focused care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Directing and coordinating nursing care for acute and critically ill patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards.
Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.
Utilize knowledge of evidence based practice, National Patient Safety Goals, and other established standards of care, in the provision of quality nursing care, resulting in positive outcomes .
When oriented and as directed, serves in the ‘Charge Nurse’ role.
Centura offers an exceptional benefits package and a very lucrative referral program. Benefits include:
Dental and Vision
Short and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Associate Discounts Requirements
A Centura Registered Nurse is required to embody the mission and vision of Centura by providing world class patient care. In addition, a nurse must also:
Utilize knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care.
Contribute to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
Demonstrate the necessary measure to properly use and maintain supplies and equipment so that unnecessary expenses to patient or department are avoided.
Utilize all resources necessary to provide the delivery of quality care in a cost effective manner.
To speak to a Nurse recruiter call 1-877-921-2345 or email us at:
systemrecruiter@ centura.org
Bilingual Nurse Practitioner (English/Spanish) Needed, Apply Now
Current California nursing license
Bachelor's degree in Nursing
3+ years of direct patient care, preferably in a hospital setting, preferably in ER. What you'll be doing:
Diagnosing, treating, evaluating and managing non-life-threatening acute and chronic illness.
Obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations
Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic studies (e.g., routine lab tests, bone x-rays, EKGs)
Prescribing physical therapy and other rehabilitation treatments
Providing family planning services
Providing primary and specialty care services, health-maintenance care for adults, including annual physicals
Providing care for patients in acute and critical care settings
Counseling and educating patients on health behaviors, self-care skills, and treatment options What's in it for you:
Competitive compensation
Excellent benefits, flexible schedule, collegial environment So, if you are a bilingual Nurse Practitioner with at least 3+ years of experience seeking a rewarding position, please apply today!
Required Skills
Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced practice nurse, family nurse practitioner, health clinic, bilingual,
If you are a good fit for the Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant position, and have a background that includes:
Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced practice nurse, family nurse practitioner, health clinic, bilingual, and you are interested in working the following job types:
Nurse, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical
Within the following industries:
Healthcare - Health Services, Pharmaceutical, Chemical
Our privacy policy: Your resume and information will be kept completely confidential.
Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the job in more detail with you!
Clicking APPLY NOW is the best way to apply, but you may also email your resume in Word to:
InteliStaffTravel Wants Traveling Nurses
Free Private Housing or Housing Subsidy
Paid Utilities
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Major Medical with Domestic Partner Coverage
Vision / Dental PPO Insurance with Major Carriers
401K with Company Match
Life Insurance and Short Term Disability
Flexible Tax Advantage Plan
Liability and Workers’ Compensation
Direct Deposit
Custom Tailored Compensation Plans
Working Advantage Discounts
Free CEU’s for qualified employees Enjoy:
Great Pay
Immediate access to recruiters
Popular locations/ prestigious facilities
Exclusive partnerships in prime locations
Quick interviews
Over 100 local per diem offices nationwide Not interested in Travel? To take a look at our local Per Diem opportunities Please Click Here
Job Requirements
3 years exp, high risk, ACLS, FHM, 650 + births per month, high risk, ACLS, FHM cert. Key words: travel, traveling, traveler, labor and delivery, L & D, nursing, nurse, healthcare, health care medical, rn, r.n., trauma registered nurse, hospital
InteliStaf Travel – With You Every Step of the Way
Choose the best travel company to give you the ultimate travel experience. For 30 years, InteliStaf Travel has been employing and servicing nurse travelers, sending them to great destinations around the country. Our company is built on a solid foundation that includes StarMed and Flying Nurses, one of the oldest travel nurse staffing agencies. Most recently InteliStaf Travel joined the premier staffing company, Medical Staffing Network (MSN). This combination gives you the most options allowing you to pick up Per Diem shifts at over 120 offices nationwide. Have a traveling companion in allied health, pharmacy, anesthesia or clinical research? With MSN, we can find both of you top assignments in great locations. Imagine the great places that you can explore together!
With you every step of the way - As part of your experience, our first commitment is to make sure that we match you to the right travel assignment that fulfills your career and personal goals. We work to find you premium private housing and get you set-up in your new facility and surroundings. We’re here for you – our recruiters are available to you 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week to help you with any of your needs. Call us to talk about your day, ask us questions about your assignment, and seek our advice about your local area. We understand that our relationship with you is key to making a satisfying experience.
Apply online in minutes at www.intelistaftravel.com or call us at 800.925.9254
** Sign up for Travel Plus and earn time-and-a-half on all per diem shifts you pick up while on any travel assignment.
**$1000 for all Referrals
EEO/AA/ADA/VET Drug-Free Workplace
Registered Nurses Needed; Contact InteliStaff
Job Requirements
Current appropriate R.N. licensure. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Successful completion of a training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis. Successful completion of CPR Certification. Minimum of one-year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred. Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required. ICU experience preferred. Ability to assist in lifting patients and equipment. Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during times of short staffing or as required. BENEFITS: We offer a generous compensation and benefits package that includes medical and dental, 401K match, profit sharing, short and long term disability, tuition reimbursement, and 5 weeks paid time off! Fresenius Medical Care North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Director of Pharmacy Standards Search: Send in Your Resume
Description
The Director of Pharmacy Standards for Applied Clinical Informatics is responsible for the Project planning, daily oversight of integration of Pharmacy informatics into clinical operations within the organization . This integration includes identification of requirements from an operational perspective, standardization of clinical systems and oversight of the clinical operational workflow components (workflow redesign) within the facilities. This role requires experience in clinical operations. In addition, it is critical the individual be familiar with Tenet internal operations to provide proper management of operational policies related to the selection of, standardization of, and introduction of new applications in Tenet facilities. Effective communication skills required to ensure clear understanding across all levels and entities involved, associated or vested in the project. Responsibilities include:
Ensure operational processes are integrated into the implementation of Pharmacy clinical systems within the facilities.
Ensure standardization of clinical applications following prescribed Tenet standards.
Collaborate with departments and with facilities in a manner providing increased operational effectiveness and satisfaction.
Develop effective working relationships between vendors, clinical quality staff, clinical informatics staff and Tenet facilities.Qualifications
Graduate of accredited pharmacy program. Bachelors degree preferred.
3-5 years Pharmacy Clinical Experience with progressive responsibilities in operations.
Experience in the utilization, management and implementation of informatics systems preferred.
Good leadership and management skills are required. Candidate must have a high level of self motivation, be a self starter and have the ability to multitask and work independently.
Candidate must have substantial knowledge of hospital clinical operations and management practices.
Candidate must have good managerial and organizational skills, be diplomatic, excel at conflict resolution and have the ability to work within a heavily matrixed organization.
A minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible related experience in operations.
Experience in:
Planning, organizing, monitoring, and leading the work activities of the project team
Proven ability to communicate with and understand the needs of internal and external clients.
Ability to mesh well with the existing management team by being a good listener, a team builder and advocate the Applied Clinical Informatics Philosophy.
Tenet Healthcare is Looking For Nurses
Now Hiring!
All Areas...... All Specialties!
RNs
LPNs
CNAs
Here's your chance to experience everything Tenet South Florida has to offer. From the warm feeling of family to the excitement of Trauma II to the smiles of Mother/Baby, you choose which of our 15 facilities fit you best. And as you lend a helping had where you're needed most, you'll benefit from being part of a leading healthcare organization.
....A new way to experience it all.
Tenet Resource Pool
1-877-217-4958
email: sflresourcepool@tenethealth.com
Best Children's Hospitals in California: Children's Hospital Los Angeles....
The magazine is highlighting the 30 top-ranked hospitals in cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery, neonatal care, neurology and neurosurgery, and respiratory disorders.
California has three facilities that make the list: Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and UCSF Children's Hospital. They made the top 30 in all seven categories. As far as Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA is concerned, it made the top 30 in five categories: general pediatrics, cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery and neurology and neurosurgery. Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego was among the top 30 in neonatal care.