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A Day in the Life of an Emergency Care Nurse

We Care Online

In many EDs, nurses also perform triage, which involves categorizing patients according to the urgency of their needs. Many emergency nurses also pursue additional training and certifications, such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), which further enhance their skills.

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What Can I Do With a Medical Assistant Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

There are a wide variety of opportunities available to individuals who pursue a Medical Assistant certification. A Medical Assistant certification opens doors to a variety of rewarding career paths, offering both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Urgent Care Centers: Assist with triage and patient assessments.

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Emergency Nurses: Steady in Chaos

Minority Nurse

They will need to know how to treat catastrophic injuries or a heart attack one day and a person experiencing intense pain with no apparent cause the next, so an emergency nurse’s critical thinking skills must be sharp as they will need to triage patients constantly and in accordance with changing conditions.

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Five Unusual Nursing Jobs: Is One of Them Right for You?

Minority Nurse

Some roles will require you to obtain a certification as a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE). Even if it is not a requirement at your current job, the SANE certification from the International Association of Forensic Nurses is invaluable to your career. To become a forensic nurse, you will need at least an RN license and a BSN.

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Exciting Nursing Career Paths for the Aging Nurse

Minority Nurse

Nursing triage can also often be performed very efficiently via phone or video. Nurses interested in legal nurse consulting can pursue certification and enter the job marketplace or entrepreneurial space, knowing they have the knowledge, experience, and skill to make a difference.

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Emergency Response: The Role of Veterinary Technicians in Animal Emergencies

MedQuest College

This involves: – Triage: Prioritizing the severity of the animal’s condition to ensure the most critical cases are treated first. After graduation, passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) is required for certification.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Aneesah Coates

Minority Nurse

My duties include triaging consumers coming into the center, conducting intake assessments, making referrals to the appropriate level of care, and working with local pharmacies to ensure that our consumers can access the medications they need. Mentorship and networking can also be great resources for learning and developing these skills.