Patient Diversity

Working in healthcare, you are bound to encounter all sorts of patients with unique needs and challenges. From elderly patients to those suffering from serious illnesses, every patient is different and requires an individualized approach to their care. One patient may require extra attention due to their non-compliant diabetic condition, while another may have survived a traumatic car accident and...

Workplace Romance

Dating a coworker can be tricky, but it's not impossible. I know firsthand because I dated someone I met at work for two years. We kept our relationship quiet and low-key because I didn't want to be the subject of the rumor mill. While it was a positive experience, I caution against dating superiors or anyone who could potentially impact your career. Keeping the romance out of the office and maintaining...

CPR Importance

CPR is a life-saving skill that everyone should know. While most hospitals require their staff to know it, some still need to. I remember working at a hospital where everyone was taught how to do it, but it wasn't mandatory at my current workplace. Despite this, I couldn't shake the feeling that I should relearn how to perform CPR. Knowing how to do CPR could mean the difference between life and death....

Consent Forms

When it comes to medical procedures, getting a patient's consent is crucial. That's where consent forms come in. A consent form must be printed for the patient to sign whenever a doctor or nurse orders a surgery or procedure. It's important to clearly specify what procedure will be performed, whether it's a coronary bypass or a right-above-knee amputation. Additionally, it's essential to figure out...

Tab Organization

As someone who values efficiency and productivity, I've learned that one key to success is having all the necessary tools at your fingertips. That means having all the tabs open on my computer, which is what I need to do my job effectively. Whether it's accessing the company's intranet to stay up-to-date on the latest information, using a system to view patient orders, or monitoring patient movements...