Nurses make up the largest segment of the health care profession, with 3 million registered nurses in the United States. Nurses work in a wide variety of settings, including hospitals, public health centers, schools, and homes, and provide a continuum of services, including direct patient… read more →
I recently read an article on the DW stating that robots might replace nurses one day. Although Minoru Asada, a leading robotics researcher and head of the Asada Project, states that “Robots cannot and should not replace humans,” it almost seems inevitable that they… read more →
A new Alzheimer’s disease study has been circulating around the internet as of late. This study finds / suggests that a component of aspirin can help in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers at the Boyce Thompson Institute and John Hopkins… read more →
Have you ever wondered how many nurses there were in the United States? How about the top 10 in-demand nursing positions? HealtheCareers has constructed an infographic outlining some interesting facts about American’s nursing industry. Here are a few important ones: There are 2,687,310 practicing Registered… read more →
Building on your education has been a part of the healthcare profession as long as I can remember. As a nurse, I have learned that each facility or organization has its own set of requirements for practitioners. These five courses/tests generally are required for all… read more →
Written by Kerry McNeill and Nancy Goldstein Healthcare professionals have one of the best jobs! A Healthcare job is one of the most exciting and in-demand opportunities in America today. The outlook for nursing and allied health professionals looks bright, especially for registered nurses, pharmacists,… read more →
Here is a list of the top 5 smartphone applications that I recommend to every candidate or employee who walks in the door. Once they start using them, they tell me how great they are! 1) Calendar: This is app is standard on most phones.… read more →
Written by Nancy Goldstein and Kerry McNeill As recruiters, we love assisting people in finding the right job. Our job is tough. We have the responsibility of matching the perfect candidate to the perfect company. Here are 7 ways to build a better relationship with… read more →
Many people choose to work in the healthcare field for various reasons. They may work in Healthcare because they need the money, or because they just like the atmosphere of the medical field. Many people, like me, may feel as though the healthcare field is… read more →
Requesting private duty services for your family may be a requirement during a stay in the hospital for acute care or recovery/rehabilitation in a Long Term Care Facility. Horizon Healthcare Staffing can offer 24 hours a day response at 516-880-5688 for your needs to help… read more →
