It’s safe to say we’re all grateful for the countless nurses providing acute care to us in times of need. But how many of us know the differences between nurses and what each does? What is a Licensed Vocational Nurse? What makes them different from Registered Nurses? Can both do the same functions? Here are […]

The demand for foreign LVN / RN nurses has increased manifold over the last 10-15 years.  Analysts have attributed this primarily to lack of skilled in-house staff.  This demand has also seen globalization of primary healthcare to developing countries.

Who are Phlebotomists? What is a Licensed Vocational Nurse? And just what is the difference between a Licensed Vocational Nurse and a Certified Nursing Assistant? Are you interested in a healthcare vocation yet don’t know where to begin or how to make sense of wellness terms? This article focuses on three different entry-level healthcare professions, […]

The healthcare industry, specifically nursing, is constantly evolving as new medical technology, discoveries, and innovations occur. As a nurse, it is your responsibility to inform, inspire, and educate yourself, your co-workers, and your patients. Reading is one of the most effective and enjoyable ways to do this. There are a countless number of nursing books on […]

Below is an excerpt from Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation as seen on the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Learning official website. (Book authors: Patricia Benner, Molly Sutphen, Victoria Leonard, and Lisa Day) Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation explores the strengths and weaknesses in nursing education and the external challenges […]

A phlebotomy license is something that is much sought after by those aspiring for a rewarding career in the health care sector. Even those currently employed in the phlebotomy field with at least two years of experience should seek certification. This certification is essential since this is what leads to a phlebotomy license. Even those who have […]

Even in the most welcoming work environments, healthcare, by and large, is an industry valuing precision–with literal tolerance for what is sloppy. “Close enough” or “whoops” are not negotiable medical maxims. For instance, a patient couldn’t care less how your Saturday night went if you put them at risk for infection. Pupils entering healthcare do […]

A phlebotomist specializes in drawing blood for various purposes, such as lab tests and blood donations. Mostly, physicians and nurses don’t perform the act of drawing blood from patients themselves. Instead, they have a phlebotomist to take care of that. A phlebotomist usually collects blood from patients by making a puncture in their veins. This process […]

A Phlebotomy certificate is an essential document that certifies an individual to practice as a phlebotomist. A phlebotomist with a license shows that the individual has received the requisite education and training. It also confirms that the individual has attained a strict standard of understanding in phlebotomy. Many phlebotomists elect to become certified based on their experience […]

Phlebotomists are allied health care professionals trained to collect a patient’s blood or other body specimens. They form an essential part of the clinical laboratory team. They work in hospitals or clinics under the supervision of medical technologists. When it comes to phlebotomist licensing, they are certified by several authorized bodies. Some of the organizations […]

Phlebotomists have to go through extensive phlebotomy training to become certified in their particular field. Because people with a phlebotomy license are in such high demand, many training programs will accommodate any schedule or budget. Most phlebotomy training can be done in less than a year. Many schools offer morning, afternoon, and evening classes to […]

For years, the demand for highly skilled nurses has been increasingly growing in the United States. If you’re an aspiring nurse, you can find a licensed nursing school near your residence. These nursing schools will offer you proper training as well as nursing degrees. If you’re looking for a particular nursing education type, you’ll undoubtedly […]