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Image by Tima Miroshnichenko via Pexels When a patient crosses the critical phase of illness, they often need an intermediate form of care that blends precision and rehabilitative focus. Subacute nursing thus becomes an important consideration. It is essential for recovery for patients who require medical oversight, advanced therapies, and kindness after hospitalization.  Healthcare professionals must understand subacute nursing in...
Image by Freepik If you ask anyone who works in long-term care (LTC) how they feel, you’ll get a pause and a deep sigh before they give you the answer. And that’s because caring for others isn’t any less of a job than it is a total commitment. The shifts are long. You’re watching people decline, sometimes even people who you grew closer to, made a bond, a connection. All this is bound to take a toll on your emotional and on your...
Image by sungmin cho via Pixabay Life inside a high-acuity area is noisy, bright, and packed with alarms. Therefore, some professionals are swapping commotion for a lamp-lit desk and a humming laptop. Instead of tweaking ventilators, they now tweak code blocks that sift through DNA strings and chart exports. Their clinical instinct does not vanish; it just moves into a new toolkit built from scripts and spreadsheets. Raw hospital...
Image by Freepik Holistic health careers are growing rapidly as patients seek care that treats them as whole human beings. People want relief that lasts, care that includes their body, mind, and habits. This shift is changing how healthcare professionals work and what kinds of careers thrive. For those already in clinical or support roles, these paths offer more than job security. They provide a way to help people heal in a deeper,...
Image by RDNE Stock Project via Pexels Doctors and nurses dominate the scene when most people picture a hospital. But behind every successful medical team is a network of professionals whose work rarely makes headlines. Support roles don’t get the credit they deserve despite their critical jobs in ensuring smooth operations. These unsung heroes are indispensable in hospital efficiency and patient outcomes.  Without them, hospitals...
Image Source via Freepik Vascular health is an integral component of overall well-being, yet often neglected during routine healthcare services. Varicose veins, peripheral artery disease (PAD), and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) are becoming more frequent conditions resulting in pain, mobility limitations, and potentially life-threatening blood clots if left untreated - therefore early diagnosis and effective treatments must be employed in...
Image from Unsplash Nurses are the backbone of every healthcare institution; the clogs that keep the machine running. Without them, societies would cease to function. However, the long hours and taking care of unappreciative patients can come with burnout and low job satisfaction, resulting in many leaving the profession.  For others, it’s motivation to pivot into a specialized role while remaining in nursing. Choosing to specialize...
Image by Karolina Kaboompics via Pexels   Healthcare jobs dominate the salary ladder. It’s not just a popular opinion, but it’s backed by recent data. A recent publication in HealthExec backs the claim, stating that medical jobs top the list of highest-paid careers in the United States.  A career in healthcare is worthwhile if your aim is to get a job that pays well. Many people, however, believe that only physicians enjoy...
Image by Brazen Zigic on freepik   The COVID-19 pandemic, apart from taking a significant toll on global health and economy, has irrevocably changed the landscape of healthcare . This unprecedented health crisis has highlighted the resilience and dedication of healthcare professionals around the world.  However, the pandemic has also shone a harsh light on the dramatic toll it is taking on the mental health of these same healthcare...
Image by Artem Podrez via Pexels   As long as there are people on the planet, there will be a demand for skilled professionals in every facet of healthcare. From optometrists and audiologists to midwifery and physicians, there are many different career paths in the healthcare industry that are all in high demand. If you’re thinking about switching to the healthcare industry or are curious about the best healthcare jobs for 2023, we’ve...
Image Source: Jeshoots @Unsplash   The term “burnout” is (unfortunately) becoming more prominent and popular in a variety of industries across the world. While it isn’t necessarily a new phenomenon, we saw a huge rise during the pandemic – especially in the healthcare industry.  A Washington Post survey performed during the pandemic found that 55% of healthcare workers experienced symptoms of burnout during the pandemic, but 44% were...
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts medical assistant employment will grow by around 18 percent by 2030 . Approximately 104,000 openings will become available each year, according to statistics, offering those who move into the healthcare industry an incredible opportunity to gain secure employment.   Why Medical Assistant Jobs Are Increasing?   Medical assistant jobs are increasing for several reasons. The first is...