Springtime is here, which means Nurses Week is upon us! It goes without saying that nurses are often the unsung heroes in the health care world today. They work long hours to care for you and your loved ones tirelessly, and they are the foundation and backbone of our health care systems and communities. So, it is incredibly fitting that a week has been established to celebrate all the nurses who have dedicated their lives to caring for others. Nurses Week 2023 will be celebrated from May 6 -May … [Read more...] about 2023 Nurses Week Freebies, Deals, and Discounts
Resources for Nurses
Benefits Of Home Health Nursing
When graduating with a nursing degree, one of the things you will hear the most is how versatile a career as a nurse can be. The options are endless, including career opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, doctor’s offices, and schools. But one of the fastest growing and appealing positions to explore as a nurse is the field of home health nursing. With all of your job choices at your fingertips, look below for some of the reasons why a career in home health nursing is becoming the first and … [Read more...] about Benefits Of Home Health Nursing
At-Home Spring Activities for Seniors and the Elderly
The days are slowly getting longer, the winter thaw is upon us, and yes, that means spring is in the air! More than likely, the first thing that comes to mind when we think of spring is the desire to get outside and enjoy the warming weather, chirping birds, and plentiful outdoor activities. Older adults are no exception, and a considerable benefit to receiving care at home is the flexibility to enjoy some time outdoors. Countless activities can allow senior adults to reap the benefits of … [Read more...] about At-Home Spring Activities for Seniors and the Elderly
Health Care: Hospital vs. Home
Due to the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, an overall theme of the last three years has been an emphasis on “staying home.” While at first, it was vital to our health to stay home, over the years, it has allowed our homes to evolve from a safe space and encompass many things we didn’t think we’d initially consider doing in our homes. Our homes have become our workplaces, gyms, and creative spaces. And we are now seeing that this transformation is also evolving to include our health care. … [Read more...] about Health Care: Hospital vs. Home
Three Best Shoes for Registered Nurses
If you literally never want to sit down on the job, a nursing career may be for you. When you think about jobs requiring a lot of standing, some obvious ones, like cooks, cashiers, and bartenders, come to mind. And when you picture people sitting around at work all day, you probably picture accountants and maybe even bus drivers. But what about nurses? According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average American worker spends just 39% of the workday sitting and 61% on their feet. … [Read more...] about Three Best Shoes for Registered Nurses
Six Common Causes of Nurse Burnout
Nurse Burnout. While in the past, this term may not have been very well known to people outside of the medical field, in the last two years, it has made its way to the forefront of not just news stories and publications. It is also widely discussed on video-sharing and social media platforms. In light of the global health crisis that is the Covid-19 pandemic, the realities of overworked, over-stressed health care workers have become an enormous problem that is evident to health care workers and … [Read more...] about Six Common Causes of Nurse Burnout
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 35 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?