Inconsistent hours; long shifts; high-stress environments: taking care of yourself is not easy when taking care of others. But even with your hectic schedule, you shouldn’t fall into a routine of just snacking on any available food. Eating healthy will not only help...
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Heart Healthy Tips for Nurses
Nurses aren’t immune to heart disease or other cardiovascular issues. In fact, due to the high-stress demands, it could be argued that Nurses and other healthcare providers have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular issues. Nurses should care for themselves as...
Winter Weather Driving Tips for Caregivers
With the recent polar vortex that ripped through the country, we thought it would be helpful to share some tips for you: the nurses and allied health caregivers who can’t just call-off, pull the blankets over your head, and have a snow day. Here are five ways to stay...
How to Reduce Stress on Furry Family Members When Relocating Regularly
Becoming a traveling caregiver opens a whole new world of opportunities, but when you have a furry companion, it may open up some anxiety about what to do with your four-legged friend. Worry not, journeys are best when taken with good company and travel nursing is no...
Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Patient Education
Why Educating Patients About the Dangers of Skin Care is Important Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but it is also one of the most preventable types. Despite this fact, mortality rates are rapidly rising. One leading factor may be that most...
Addressing the Staffing Shortage: Why Should You Care?
With the impending nursing and allied healthcare shortages upon us, it is imperative to understand the crucial role staffing solutions play in providing quality care. In the following paragraphs, I will analyze the benefits that an adequate staffing model can have on...