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 […]

Here are 15 little-known facts that every nurse ought to know. 1. Have A Mentor Have a good mentor, someone you aspire to become.  Be a good mentee by asking questions, taking notes, practicing what you’ve learned, respecting time and space, and always saying `thank you.’ Establish goals and expectations by writing your objectives down […]

A certified dental assistant (CDA) fulfills essential dental and oral healthcare functions for dental practitioners and their patients. Dental assistants usually work with dental hygienists in dental offices under the direct supervision of dentists. Crucial to dental teams, dental assisting is a registered profession represented by the American Dental Assistants Association. Dental Assisting is a […]

Pursuing a vocational nursing (VN) career most often begins with an accredited vocational nursing program. Upon program completion and passing the NCLEX-PN, one may become certified to practice as a vocational nurse. At Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, this program takes 12 months/52 weeks.* The relatively quick entry into the healthcare field allows one to work, […]

If you want to make a difference in your life, earning an LPN nursing degree could open for your various opportunities than you ever thought. You could help other nurses in their daily duties at the hospitals or applying your services to a rehabilitation clinic by just taking one of the many LPN programs. Through […]

There was a time when vocational training focused on skilled trades, such as mechanics or welders. But with the advent of the computer age, industries have diversified. Online schooling now offers people better opportunities, such as business and information technology. However, in nursing degrees, not many universities offer nursing programs to their students, so those […]

Licensed vocational nurses work with registered nurses and doctors in providing care to sick and injured people. After completing a licensed vocational nursing program, LPN nurses work at hospitals, elderly homes, and private clinics. There are several LPN programs from which individuals can choose. There are more than 500 universities as well as community colleges […]

If you ever thinked about starting a career in medical domain, as a Licensed Vocational Nurse you should know that now is the time to do this because the hospitals all over the United States are passing through a severe shortage of Registered Nurses (according to a report released by the American Hospital Association).

An increasing number of students can be seen pursuing an LVN program leading to an LVN diploma. These days, most LVN nursing schools require students to undertake an entrance exam to qualify for studying for obtaining an LVN diploma. Typically, such an entrance test, usually a computer-based test, would consist of reading comprehension, a stress […]

Enrolling in an LVN program is the right choice if you plan to work in the medical field. This job offers many moral and financial satisfaction and, most of all, stability. Working as a nurse can give you chances of promotion, but even newly employed nurses have average salaries. After you finish an LVN program, […]

The demand for licensed vocational nurses always seems to be on the rise. No wonder the various LVN training programs on offer are also finding an increasing number of takers. Most of the LVN programs would involve practical training in providing primary bedside care. LVN training programs equip you with the skills to undertake such things as treating […]

If you want to make a difference in your life, earning an LPN nursing degree could open for your various opportunities than previously thought. You could help other nurses in their daily duties at the hospitals or applying your services to a rehabilitation clinic by just taking one of the many LVN programs. Through an […]