Licensed Practical Nurses, more commonly known as LPNs, provide basic medical care to sick, injured, disabled, or convalescing patients in need. They are essential members of a patient’s care team, ensuring that each patient’s needs are addressed throughout their clinical … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Being an LPN
Caring. Compassionate. Skillful. Hard-working. Patient-focused. Detail-oriented. Essential to the health of others. These are all ways you can describe both respiratory therapists (RTs) and registered nurses (RNs). When exploring rewarding careers in healthcare, people often decide between a career as … Continue reading Respiratory Therapist vs. RN: Which Career is Right for You?
Medical assistants play a pivotal role in healthcare, acting as the first person a patient sees upon entering a medical facility. In both clinics and offices, medical assistants can be found welcoming patients, preparing examination rooms, taking medical histories, and … Continue reading How to Get Medical Assistant Experience and Stand Out to Employers
Dental hygienists are oral healthcare professionals who provide essential services, offering therapeutic care and education to the patients they see. Plus, there are a lot of opportunities, both now and in the future, for aspiring dental hygienists. According to the … Continue reading Top Advantages of Being a Dental Hygienist
The future is here — but are you still part of it? Amidst the wonders and possibilities promised by Artificial Intelligence (AI), an underlying panic persists: “As AI advances, will my career become obsolete?” via GIPHY Although the suggestion may … Continue reading Why AI Won’t Replace You — Embracing Technology in Healthcare and Manufacturing
In 2022, 20,172—mainly female, at 85%—newly enrolled students made the career choice to become a Registered Nurse (RN). To become an RN, you must first obtain a high school diploma or GED, then complete an approved nursing program—either an Associate … Continue reading Everything You Should Know About Registered Nursing (RN) School
By: Shannon Strate, OTD, MS, OTR/L, Assistant Professor at Johnson and Wales University, UDL Teaching Fellow, Goodwin University While participating in Goodwin’s University’s Universal Design for Learning Institute, I chose to focus on the design of an Occupational Therapy (OT) … Continue reading What Makes My Students’ Synapses Fire to Best Learn Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy?
The healthcare field is booming, and with it comes a surging demand for skilled medical coders. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 8% job growth for medical coders over the next decade, much faster than the … Continue reading How to Learn Medical Coding and Level-Up Your Career
Have you considered a healthcare career that blends clinical expertise, patient interaction, and the ability to make a real difference? Becoming a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Connecticut might be the perfect fit! With the increasing demand for healthcare services, and … Continue reading How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Connecticut
Registered nurses (RNs) are some of the most vital members of the healthcare field, with close to five million RNs today actively delivering care to patients in need. If you are seeking an important career where you can make a … Continue reading How to Get an RN Nursing Degree
It should come as no surprise, with rising healthcare needs and costs, that employment of nurses is expected to grow faster than the average occupation, as much as six percent, by 2032. Tangibly speaking, this growth rate results in about … Continue reading Should I Get My Master’s in Nursing Degree?
Step into the dynamic world of healthcare, where the roles of nurses are evolving with innovation. Beyond providing conventional care, nurses are relied on for their holistic and patient-centered perspective — garnering well-earned appreciation for their dedicated and invaluable approach … Continue reading The Primary Care Revolution: 5 Reasons to Find Fulfillment as a Family Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) have become indispensable, especially in primary care. But what exactly does a Nurse Practitioner do? How do they contribute to the healthcare field? We’ll answer these questions, and more, while exploring the role of nurse practitioners in … Continue reading What is the Role of a Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care?
When picturing the frontlines of healthcare, what images first come to mind? While visions of nurses, doctors, and emergency medical technicians may quickly materialize, many overlook one often unsung specialty: respiratory care. Equipped with in-demand expertise, fine-tuned technical skills, and … Continue reading A Breath of Fresh Air — Unique Clinical Opportunities for Goodwin’s Respiratory Care Students
Whether you’re a seasoned nurse eager for the next chapter in your career or an aspiring caregiver drawn to the ever-evolving healthcare field, becoming a nurse practitioner (NP) could be the perfect way to fulfill your vision for the future. … Continue reading Why Become a Nurse Practitioner? 5 Key Benefits to Consider
The demand for dental hygienists is increasing, with about 16,400 openings projected each year. And with progressive changes in consumer needs, policies, and regulations, dental hygienists have the opportunity to practice with a great deal of autonomy and expertise. For … Continue reading The Benefits of Being a Dental Hygienist
In the United States, nursing is (by far) the largest healthcare profession—and it shows no signs of slowing down. Millions of nursing professionals are employed throughout the nation, and yet there is still an incredible need for more nurses to … Continue reading Common Types of Nurses and What They Do
So you’re a Doctor of Medicine (MD). Now what? Sure, most newly minted MDs head to complete a residency right away. But there are alternate routes into the field of medicine and the larger field of public health. In fact, … Continue reading Why Get an MPH After Becoming an MD?
