It's no secret that nurses work busy schedules and long hours. It's not just a physically demanding career, but one that takes a significant emotional toll at times. This physical and emotional demand must be on a nurse's radar, as it can lead to a lack of focus, forgetfulness, and mental mistakes due to exhaustion, all of which may impact the quality of care they provide. A survey completed over the past year by the American Nurses Association found an urgent need to improve "nurses' health, … [Read more...] about Importance of Self-Care for Nurses
Elder Care with Preferred Home Health Care
If you have an elderly loved one who needs caretaking, the best option is often for them to stay in their home. For those who are not always available to care for their loved one, Preferred Home Health Care offers a comprehensive list of elder care services. We can help you determine what type of care is right for your situation. Our skillful nursing and caregiving staff has been trusted throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware for more than 30 years. We keep our fully bonded and … [Read more...] about Elder Care with Preferred Home Health Care
What Are the Benefits of Becoming a
Private Duty Nurse?
Nursing is a calling that takes equal parts skill and compassion. Nurses who work in hospitals or other public settings, and those on private duty, all work to provide a level of effective and empathetic care to their patients. If you are in the nursing profession and currently employed at a hospital, you may not realize how many advantages there are in shifting to a private duty career path.
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Private Duty Nurse?
What is the Difference Between Live-in Care
and 24-Hour Home Care?
With home health care, qualified medical professionals, such as registered nurses, provide medical care at your place of residence. Depending on your needs, you can get this type of service part-time or on a 24-hour basis. Full-time home health care is ideal for people who need ongoing medical supervision but would like to remain in their own residence.
If you or a loved one need ongoing medical services, you need to understand the types of home health care available. The most common options … [Read more...] about What is the Difference Between Live-in Care
and 24-Hour Home Care?
Pediatric Private Duty Nursing
What Is Pediatric Private Duty Nursing? A child with special needs requires extra TLC. While parents give their child enormous love and attention, this extra level of care can be difficult to handle on your own because it requires special skills. These are the skills of a pediatric private duty nurse, also called a pediatric PDN or pediatric visiting nurse. This health care specialist is a registered nurse (RN), a licensed practical nurse (LPN), or a vocational nurse who provides clients with … [Read more...] about Pediatric Private Duty Nursing
Benefits of Pediatric Private Duty Nursing
When a child needs special personal care because of a developmental or physical disability or chronic condition, you may not be sure where to look. You also might think that one-on-one care services are unaffordable. Children with special health care needs can get quality care from a provider like Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, and you might also be able to pay for this type of pediatric care using Medicaid or another form of insurance. What Are the Benefits of Pediatric … [Read more...] about Benefits of Pediatric Private Duty Nursing
How to Become a Private Duty Nurse
With the nursing field growing quickly, becoming a licensed private duty nurse promises to be a rewarding career choice. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that nursing jobs will grow faster than other occupations in coming years, at a rate of about 12%. If you’re looking for a career path and are passionate about caring for others, a degree in nursing offers a sound and fulfilling future. What is a Private Duty Nurse? A private duty nurse, also referred to as a visiting nurse, is a … [Read more...] about How to Become a Private Duty Nurse
The Importance of Celebrating Spring, Especially When Your Work is Stressful
The longer days, chirping birds, budding blossoms, and warmer air can only mean one thing: spring has officially sprung! There’s nothing that lifts the spirits quite like the first hints of the new season, and in fact, studies have shown that a short walk in nature can boost well-being and help to prevent depression. In addition to spending more time outdoors, there are several easy ways to celebrate spring inside, too, which is especially important when your work is stressful. Plus, many of … [Read more...] about The Importance of Celebrating Spring, Especially When Your Work is Stressful