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| Best Healthcare Jobs
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Whether as a vocational nurse, certified nurse assistant, medical assistant, registered nurse, anesthesia technician, dental assistant, if you are interested in a health career you need to have one very special characteristic: a genuine desire to help people
Registered nurse (RN) 2- or 4-year college degree; state licensing examination
Licensed practical nurse -1 year accredited nursing program and licensing examination; is supervised by an RN or physician
Nurse aide A variety of training programs by skilled nursing facilities, technical schools, and hospitals; also known as certified nurse assistant, patient care technician, personal care assistant, home health aide
Nurse practitioner---An RN with a master’s degree and additional clinical training and examination certification permitting prescription privileges and independent or collaborative medical practice.
The Nursing Shortage: A Crisis in America Healthcare-1
A serious shortage of nurses is expected in the future as demographic pressures influence both supply and demand. The future demand for nurses is expected to increase dramatically as the baby boomers reach their 60s and beyond
This is an important piece about the looming shortage of nursing in California, and the United States in general. This eye-opening video has been presented to audiences from Sacramento to Washington, DC.
The Nursing Shortage part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5,
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| How to Become a Nurse & Information on Nursing Program
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A career in the medical field is a good choice nowadays. Due to increased demand for healthcare professionals, a career in nursing is especially popular. Nursing educational programs vary a great deal, and sometimes it is difficult to choose which program better fits one’s ambition, age, or financial situation. Basically, there are three different nursing programs available: a licensed vocational nurse (LVN), an associate degree in nursing, and a bachelor degree in nursing.
The simplest route to becoming a nurse is to enroll in a vocational nurse program.
In Texas and California, the basic nursing career is called a licensed vocational nurse (LVN), but in other states it is called a licensed practical nurse (LPN) . Most vocational nursing programs can be finished in one year which is a great choice for people interested in a fast track to a nursing career. LVN programs have different entrance requirements. Some programs require prerequisites courses such as math, English, and medical terminology; others require only a high school diploma and a passing grade in the LVN pre – entrance exam.
After completing the LVN program, graduates receive a certificate or diploma in vocational (practical) nursing. Finally, they are required to take the National Council Licensure Exam. Passing this exam ensures that a LVN is ready to enter the nursing field at an entry level.
Licensed vocational nurses can also advance their careers by applying their LVN certificate toward the Registered Nurse bridge program. It is important to keep in mind that most vocational schools do not offer college credits. Therefore, if a graduate of a vocational school wants to become a Registered Nurse, he or she will need to take additional college courses in English, psychology and anatomy. So, when looking for a vocational nurse program, it is important to choose only those schools where students have transferable credits.
The next path into nursing is to obtain an Associates Degree in Nursing.
This program has to be approved by the state's Board of Nursing and usually takes 2 years to complete. There is such a demand to attend this program at community colleges that in some cases there is a two to three year waiting list before one can enter the program.
Requirements for entrance includes chemistry, psychology, anatomy, microbiology, college level English and math courses. There are many private schools for those who do not want to lose time. However, the cost of such nursing programs could be about five times higher than in the community colleges. In order to earn an RN license, one must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX).
Although an Associate Degree allows a student to become a Registered Nurse, the Bachelor of Science Nursing program has the best advancement opportunities in the job market.
For example, a graduate with a BSN degree can get more prestigious positions such as nursing administration, management, or even work at an insurance company. BSN programs are usually taken at four year colleges or universities.
The prerequisites are the same as for a nursing associate program plus a few additional classes, such as sociology, speech and statistics. Students who already have their Associate degree in nursing can get their Bachelor of Science degree through a bridge program.
A good schooling alternative is through online programs. There are no waiting lists, and online courses are not complicated. It is very convenient to do homework from a home computer whenever one has time. The flexibility of studying online doesn’t interfere with a student’s current job and gives him or her the opportunity to work, make money, and at the same time earn a Bachelor degree.
There are online accelerated programs offering Registered Nurse to a Master of Science in Nursing degree bridge programs without having first obtained a Bachelor of Science degree.
Some students complete the RN to MSN program in as little as two years!
A Masters degree in Nursing gives one unlimited opportunities in the medical field including starting a private practice as Nurse Practitioner.
All in all, the health care market has experienced a nursing shortage, and one cannot go wrong by entering the respected medical professional regardless of which path to nursing is chosen.
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| affordable dental care for families with low incomes
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Readily available and affordable dental care for families with low incomes has been a prevalent crisis that continues to plague the community.
In an effort to address this disparity, East Central Illinois Community Action Agency has teamed with “Dentist at Your Door” to host a Dental Health Fair on Sept. 27. This event will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Laura Lee Fellowship House, 212 E. Williams St.
“Dentist at Your Door” consists of a group of licensed oral care professionals from the Chicago area who provide mobile dental services in communities in need. The members of “Dentist at Your Door” will be equipped to provide interested patients with a comprehensive dental screening which includes oral exams, X-rays, denture evaluations and consultations. A certified dental hygienist will be on-site to provide participants with dental health education while they wait for their screening.
Follow-up visits will be scheduled for those patients in need of further dental care as well as those seeking denture services.
Patients of all ages are invited to participate in the dental fair. For those families who receive a medical card, the services are free. There will be a $5 fee for each patient who does not have a medical card.
For additional information, contact the ECICAA at 443-2761.
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| Muncie Area Career Center's (MACC) career fair
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Sunnee Sours took an important step in making her desire to be a dental hygienist possible.
Sours, a Central High School junior, met with admission representatives from different schools of dentistry on Thursday at Muncie Area Career Center's (MACC) career fair.
Now, she doesn't have to spend countless hours hunting for the right college since admission representatives from vocational schools as well as potential employers, police, fire and military personnel came to students in MACC vocational and adult education programs.
The career fair connected students with post-secondary education opportunities they will need for employment, program supervisor Fred Christopher said.
"A big part of it is opening up their eyes to opportunities that are out there," Christopher said. "We're trying to pave the path for them to pursue learning opportunities after high school."
Earlier this week Gov. Mitch Daniels spoke to the Star Press editorial board about the importance of job training after high school.
MACC is doing its part by offering a variety of vocational programs that offer dual credit and an adult education program, Dale Basham, director of career center and extended services, said.
"We are already training workers for whatever (jobs) comes to town," Basham said.
Talking to the Indiana University School of Dentistry's admissions representative, Sours learned MACC's dental hygienist program prepared her well for the kind of hands-on learning she will encounter once in college.
Students who attend the cosmetology program are job-ready, JC Penney salon manager Jan Wanley said.
Wanley looks for skills in a potential employee, but she also looks for passion for the job and a dedication to customer service. She met several students who fit that bill on Thursday, she said.
Adult education student Johnny Joiner is interested in a career designing video games or Web sites. He talked to an admission representative from the University of Northwest Ohio about attending that school.
"(It's) letting me know that it's opportunities out there for me," Joiner said of the fair source
What is a Licensed Vocational Nurse?
Is the Vocational Nursing Profession a growing career?
What do Vocational Nurses do?
Important skills, knowledge, and abilities for LVNs
How to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse
Licensed Vocational Nurse working conditions
What is the typical salary for a Licensed Vocational Nurse ? |
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| Dental Hygienist Toothfairy Campaign
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The National Children's Oral Health Foundation and the American Dental Hygienists' Association urge dental hygienists to participate in the Dental Hygienist Toothfairy Campaign.
Aimed to help eliminate pediatric dental disease, the national program invites hygienists to "earn your wings" and with a minimum contribution of $25. They can also enter a raffle to win up to 12 pair of Sybron Orascoptic Loupes, (valued at $1,425 each).
"NCOHF and ADHA are moving aggressively to raise awareness of the widespread nature of pediatric dental disease and most importantly, provide practical solutions, said Margaret Lappan Green, RDH, MS, past president of the ADHA, and founding chair, Dental Hygienist Toothfairy Campaign.
"I hope all dental hygienists and students enthusiastically support the Dental Hygienist Toothfairy Campaign, a fabulous initiative that will bring health and well being to millions of our nation's at-risk children," Green added.
Pediatric dental disease is the No. 1 chronic illness among this nation's children and is preventable. The potential health-related, societal and economic side effects are alarming. The U.S. Surgeon General calls pediatric dental disease a "silent epidemic" because most Americans have no idea that it is so widespread.
"As most hygienists know, millions of children experience sleepless nights, have trouble eating, and are unable to concentrate and learn in school due to mouth pain," said Fern K. Ingber, NCOHF president and CEO. "We are so grateful to the ADHA for helping to mobilize hygienists For more information, call (704) 350-1600
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