The statistical lifespan for a paramedic in a high call area like Hartford, Connecticut, is about three years. The stress is high, the emotional toll wears on the workers’ well-being, and the physical demand can be rigorous beyond repair. At … Continue reading Victoria’s Story: With Perseverance, Former Paramedic Becomes a Proud Nursing Professional
The public health field is filled with opportunities for those looking to make a difference in the world. While an advanced degree is not required for most entry-level public health positions today, it will open doors to many incredible and … Continue reading How to Find (and Get Into) a Public Health Graduate School
There is no better time than the present to become a nurse. Job opportunities are abound, and the workforce is calling passionate nurses to step in. If you are interested in joining the workforce, you may consider an accelerated nursing … Continue reading How Does an Accelerated Nursing Program Work?
The field of nursing is filled with vast opportunities and different specialties for aspiring nurses to pursue. There are many routes one can take in the nursing field and within our healthcare system, especially as an advanced Nurse Practitioner (NP). … Continue reading FNP-BC vs. FNP-C: What’s the Difference?
Choosing to work in healthcare is a fantastic career choice for so many reasons. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare occupations will add 2.4 million jobs to the U.S economy between 2019 and 2029. Additionally, the median average … Continue reading Which Nurse Practitioner Specialty is in Highest Demand?
Becoming a medical assistant is a rewarding career choice for those looking to get started in healthcare. As a medical assistant, you may advance your role by earning professional certification and becoming a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical … Continue reading How to Become a Registered or Certified Medical Assistant
Nurses are, perhaps, the most dedicated professionals within the healthcare industry. Their compassion and direct patient care are crucial to the health and well-being of the sick and injured. Like many aspiring nurses, you may have decided to jump into … Continue reading Changing Careers from CNA to RN?
Connecticut is in need of skilled and qualified nurses. If you are seeking a career that is personally and professionally rewarding, and have a strong desire to help others in need, consider a future in nursing. There are thousands of … Continue reading Connecticut Nursing Information: A Guide for Aspiring Nurses in CT
Histology is the study of biological tissues. Also known as microscopic anatomy, histology is used to understand the microscopic structure of tissues, and further detect any disease or abnormalities within them. As a result, histology is fundamental to biology, pathology, … Continue reading How to Become a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist
Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) enjoy a meaningful and stable career in the healthcare field. This important role makes a real difference in patients’ lives every day. If you are considering this career path, you may be looking to learn more … Continue reading Where do Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) Work?
Do you want to become a leader in the nursing field, but are unsure if you want to continue in clinical, patient care? The ecosystem of any healthcare facility requires more than just hands-on healers, and in fact, there are … Continue reading Nurse Educator vs. Nurse Administrator: What’s the Difference?
Who says you can’t have a rewarding career serving and caring for your community, while still making a respectable salary? Working in the field of public health can be extremely fulfilling, both personally and professionally. On one hand, you can … Continue reading What are the Highest Paying Public Health Careers?
Nurses are the heart of our healthcare system. Our nurses care for their patients tirelessly and with the utmost sense of compassion. Whether you already work in healthcare, or the COVID-19 pandemic has inspired you to become a nurse, you … Continue reading How to Get into an Accelerated BSN Program
By Lauren Gee, LFSP, CCSP, CCO, Funeral Service graduate Growing up, my family and I lived above a funeral home that my father owned and operated, yet my contact with death was surprisingly limited. My mother and father purposefully shielded … Continue reading Lauren’s Story: A Funeral Service Career that Came Calling
Are you considering becoming a medical assistant, and wondering if certification is required to enter the field? Find out the benefits of earning professional credentials, and which types of medical assistant certifications you can pursue today. Medical assistants, also known … Continue reading 3 Medical Assistant Certifications You Can Achieve
Brittany’s Story: Innovative OTA Instills Hope for Mental Health Patients Brittany Crockett was working three jobs to pay her bills; her mother needed surgery, and she was helping to put her younger sister through cosmetology school. One day, in between … Continue reading Brittany’s Story: Innovative OTA Instills Hope for Mental Health Patients
Family nurse practitioners (FNPs) make a profound impact in people’s lives. An FNP specializes in primary and family care, and is responsible for diagnosing, treating, managing, and helping to prevent illness in patients of all ages and backgrounds. Their expansive … Continue reading 6 FNP Classes that Will Make You a Skilled Family Nurse Practitioner
The Connecticut Occupational Therapy Association defines occupational therapy (OT) as a scientific, evidence-based “skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives.” And while occupational therapy is thought of primarily as a profession involving physical engagement, … Continue reading Origins of Occupational Therapy and Mental Health Practices Within the Profession
