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By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - June 22, 2022
It is no surprise that working nights is challenging. However, there are more health hazards associated with night shift than you might be aware of. Let's explore common health risks that night shift workers face.
How to Find the Right Recruiter
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - May 25, 2022
Healthcare recruiters can play a pivotal role in your career trajectory and helping you find jobs that align with your career goals and personal values. Here are a few things to consider for choosing the right recruiter.
Opinion: ReDonda Vaught Conviction Raises Serious Concerns for Healthcare Delivery
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - May 12, 2022
My most cherished mentor told me during my first year of medical school that about every five years, everything I know about medicine will be wrong. No one could have prepared me for how intense and brutal some of those changes would be. Seems we are radically exchanging the art of medicine for the cheapest standardized protocols.
How to Prepare for Virtual Job Interviews
By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - April 14, 2022
With remote work and telemedicine becoming more familiar in healthcare, many organizations have transitioned into virtual hiring processes. Here we'll look at common types of remote assessments, typical questions, and how to prepare for virtual interviews.
The NHSC: A Good Option for Loan Repayment?
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - March 23, 2022
The main goal of NHSC is to connect qualified physicians and primary care providers with patients in underserved regions. To incentivize this they offer both scholarships and loan repayment programs for qualifying healthcare providers. If you qualify, the NHSC may be a great option for paying off your debts.
Making a Great First Interview Impression
By Riia O'Donnell - February 15, 2022
Your resume and qualifications got your foot in the door, now it's time to make an impact on the hiring manager. Here are some tips on how to make a stellar first interview impression.
Top Healthcare Career Resources Blogs of 2021
By Blake Conner - January 3, 2022
The Healthcare Career Resources blog provides recommended reading on the topics of job searches, healthcare recruitment, and industry news from the medical field. Summarized here are the top 5 healthcare career resource articles from 2021, ranging topics from physician career opportunities to finding your specialization in nursing.
Recognizing and Mitigating Burnout in the New Year
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - December 15, 2021
A professional demeanor in difficult situations is what patients generally expect, so physicians are trained to ignore fatigue and suppress their emotions. This mandatory coat of armor often leads to pent-up feelings and resentment. So, you're burned out at work and you're asking yourself this; now what?
How Healthcare Employers are Implementing Wellness Principles into the Workplace
By Laura Gilroy, MD - December 8, 2021
Caring for your body and mind is extremely important in medicine. While culturally, there is still not yet a strong emphasis on well-being in the medical community, these concepts are being adopted with increasing priority within some medical systems and hospitals. Here are a few examples of how some employers are implementing these wellness programs for burnout prevention and employee satisfaction.
7 Things You Should Do the First 7 Weeks of Your New Job
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - November 10, 2021
You've finally landed your dream job, now you have to keep it. Making a good first impression on your colleagues and employer in the first few weeks will be critical to your long-term success in your position. Here we've collected 7 things you should be doing during the first 7 weeks of your new job.