Nursing informatics is becoming an increasingly popular career choice. Registered nurses (RNs) who wish to step outside the scope of direct patient care and take on a more data-driven, behind-the-scenes role may choose to become an informatics nurse. What is … Continue reading How to Become an Informatics Nurse
Behind any strong and successful organization is its employees. In business, we can’t stress how important it is not just to obtain talent, but to retain talented people. In 2022, 37.4 million employees in the U.S. quit their jobs, reaching a turnover … Continue reading What is Organizational Culture and Where Do Leaders Fit In?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of industrial machinery mechanics, machinery maintenance workers, and millwrights is projected to grow 14 percent between 2021 and 2031. This is much faster than the average for all occupations. Furthermore, … Continue reading How to Become an Industrial Maintenance Technician
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are some of the most highly educated nurses who provide patients with primary care and other important, high-level medical services. While NPs have similar duties to registered nurses (RNs), nurse practitioners have the medical authority to diagnose … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Get Your MSN and Become a Nurse Practitioner (after a BSN)?
Today, 1 in 3 U.S. college students are going hungry, and not just hungry as in they are growing young adults with an appetite. These college students don’t have access to enough nutritious foods. According to the Hope Center for … Continue reading From Hunger to Hope: The Ann B. Clark Co-Op is Addressing Food Insecurity on Goodwin’s Campus
Criminal justice is an ideal major for advocates and critical thinkers seeking to better their communities and be of service to society. With a criminal justice degree covering judicial process, prevention, research, and theory, graduates are equipped to ensure the … Continue reading Key Areas of Study in Criminal Justice
The professionals involved in end-of-life arrangements play an important role at one of the most challenging times in a person’s life. Funeral directors, morticians, and undertakers share knowledge about funeral services and have the specialized skills and experience to guide … Continue reading Mortician vs. Undertaker vs. Funeral Director: What’s the Difference?
There are countless perks of being a medical assistant in the modern healthcare industry. Medical assistants play an important role in keeping clinical facilities running smoothly, and ensuring doctors and nurses are supported in patient care efforts. Medical assistants also … Continue reading The Top 5 Benefits of Being a Medical Assistant
There is no doubt that stress affects your body. In fact, high levels of stress can have a huge impact on your health. As a student-conscious college, Goodwin University does not want to see you slip through the cracks. Here … Continue reading 7 Ways Goodwin University Supports Student Wellness
In any profession, certification signifies a high-quality hire. Certifications are awarded by reputable, third-party organizations—across a variety of industries—to professionals who meet certain qualifications and standards of excellence in their fields. In medical assisting, there are different types of certifications … Continue reading Top Reasons to Become a Certified Medical Assistant
People from diverse professional backgrounds gravitate towards earning a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) for very similar reasons! An MPH offers exciting career advancement opportunities, not to mention a way to make a poignant impact on the greater healthcare system. … Continue reading Should a Registered Nurse (RN) Pursue an MPH?
When we think of healthcare, we often think of the doctors and nurses, surgeons and x-ray technicians, and all the many clinicians working on the patient-facing side of the field. However, there are many dedicated professionals in the background that … Continue reading What Does a Medical Coder Do?
If you are one of the 132 million Americans working full-time, you likely have a lot on your plate. Going back to school might be just one more checkpoint on your to-do list. Many adults choose to go back to … Continue reading Can I Get a Master’s Degree and Work Full-Time?
Figuring out how to fund your education may feel more frustrating than earning the degree itself. There’s no doubt that higher education can be a considerable investment, but money doesn’t have to be a barrier to the future of your … Continue reading 10 Financial Tips for Adult Students Seeking an Affordable College Degree
For some of us, organization comes easily. Perhaps your desk is lined with picture-perfect mason jars, each neatly labeled. For others, this level of organization may seem unnecessary. It might even seem intimidating. But staying organized doesn’t have to be … Continue reading Organization 101: Essential Tips for Adult Learners
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of jobs for advanced practice nurses will likely increase by 40% by 2031. Over the decade, more than 30,000 job openings are projected for nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse … Continue reading 5 Master’s in Nursing (MSN) Specialties You Can Pursue
Greater number of underrepresented students will cross the graduation stage and step into a waiting workforce The CT Health Horizons initiative is making an impact on the critical statewide workforce shortage by allocating $30.5 million to partner colleges and universities … Continue reading CT Health Horizons Grant to Goodwin University Creates New Access to Careers in Nursing
Are you concerned about the future of your career? With the news reporting layoffs in some industries in recent months, it’s easy to wonder about your job security. While it’s impossible to predict the security of any job or field … Continue reading The Future of Work: The Most In-Demand Jobs of 2023 and Beyond
