Whew! I have been on a blog break for a month! Our computer/internet genius at the office was too kind and created a schedule at the office which gave me time in between. Oh my! I learned blog writing is a momentum thing. It… read more →
There are many different apps out there that promote health and fitness. Some are good and some just don’t cut it. These apps will help you get on the right track to a healthy and fit you. There are apps that help you lose weight,… read more →
When you are looking for the perfect career opportunity, the solution is as easy as a phone call to Horizon Healthcare Staffing. Whether you are interested in full-time, part-time, per diem work or a permanent position, we can help you assess the many choices available… read more →
At Horizon Healthcare Staffing, we pride ourselves on providing our clients with only the best nurses. Our nurses must have good communication skills, emotional stability, empathy, flexibility, among others. Here is our top 10 list of attributes of a great nurse. 1. Communication Skills… read more →
Guest Post by Shelbye Omondi, OTR Many times when I tell people what I do for a living, I get two responses: 1) “What is an occupational therapist?” 2) “Eww…in a nursing home?” Fact of the matter is, I would not change it for the… read more →
Nursing is one of the oldest and most desirable professions throughout the world. There are many different specialties for nurses; you can be a school nurse, ER nurse, LPN, RN, infusion nurse, nursing aid, the list goes on. In order for you to work in… read more →
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released the job numbers for this March (2013), and they are good! Job growth in healthcare continued in March, adding 23,000 jobs last month. These numbers are similar to the prior 12 month average. Within healthcare, employment increased by… read more →
The nursing profession and nursing industry wasn’t always what it is today. There were struggles of sexism, racism, bad working conditions, and deplorable healthcare systems, along with many others. Many people and nurses have contributed to the history of nursing, and have made a tremendous… read more →
April is OT Month, and it’s the perfect opportunity to promote the profession. The internet has completely evolved over the past 10 years, and has made it extremely easy to promote OT Month. Whether you are considered an internet guru, or are just trying to… read more →
Are you someone that likes to exercise and works well with others? Are you interested in a job that allows you to help people while furthering your career? If the answer is “yes” to these two questions, you should consider becoming a physical therapist in… read more →
