New York State implemented a law that goes into effect next year allowing Nurse Practitioners to see patients without a collaborating physician. Nurses with advanced degrees work under their Registered Nursing license, as of now NP’s have to enter into a collaborative agreement with a… read more →
Do you suffer from nursing burn out? You have heard of this before; when a nurse or person is just done? They are burned out! I personally did not know what that was in all my years in the nursing field until one day I was… 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 →
Licensed Practical Nurses can play a vital role in Long Term Care Facilities. Here are 4 reasons why you need an LPN for your LTC Facility. 1. The Licensed Practical Nurse can Provide Personal Attention to Each Resident and Family at the Bedside The needs… read more →
The Registered Nurse profession was ranked as the 6th best job of 2014 by the US News and Career. Registered nurses play a vital role within healthcare settings. RNs can work within school districts, hospitals, in the home, long term care facilities, skilled nursing facilities,… read more →
School nursing is a great field. It offers many opportunities. But at the same time, it can provide many challenges due to the autonomous nature of the position. When nurses work in other traditional healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, etc., it can be very… read more →
I was asked if there are different aspects of customer service as it relates to a particular industry. My response was simple “Customer service is just that – customer service”. Today’s hurry up pace invites us to brush someone off if they’re taking too long… read more →
School nurses are key to children’s health and success while at school. Sadly all too often, school nurses go unrecognized. School nurses provide care to individual students and teachers every day. 40% of school-age children will miss three or more days of schools per year… 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 →
Yes, winter just won’t seem to let go this year, but spring is right around the corner. For nurses, spring brings feelings of hope and rebirth. In hospitals the census is usually down, and L&D is as busy as ever. It is the time to… read more →
