MedQuest College

MAY 10, 2024

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so does the role of the medical assistant. Once primarily focused on administrative tasks, medical assistants now play a vital role in patient care, clinical procedures, and healthcare coordination.

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Scrubs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

For night-shift nurses, finding effective strategies to care for both their physical and mental health is essential for personal well-being and to provide quality patient care. Continuing Education for Career Growth and Mental Wellness When you feel stuck in one place, it takes a toll on your mental health.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In a recent blog post , the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) revealed the top trends in continuing education today, including: Engaged Learning Students learn best when they are able to engage and interact with the material. Our students learn concepts that can be applied to a variety of healthcare settings.

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Health Prime

MAY 30, 2024

Educate staff on underpayment identification Train your billing and administrative staff to recognize signs of underpayment. Also, communication within the team is critical to resolving issues efficiently. Read more about this in our blog 5 techniques to improve communication between your front desk and back office.

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Scrubs

JULY 22, 2023

Use documentation for more than just patient care. Written communication with management staff is a powerful tool. Several reasonable plans exist for nurses specifically; ask your peers what plans they use or inquire with your state board of nursing for recommendations.

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Northwest Suburban College

MAY 7, 2024

These tasks can be broadly categorized into clinical and administrative duties, which include: – Patient Care: Assisting patients in getting settled in the dental chair, providing comfort items such as blankets or neck pillows, and ensuring patients understand pre and post-treatment instructions.

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Valant

AUGUST 1, 2024

This level of control allows you to create an environment that reflects your priorities for patient care. You can decide to specialize in certain treatment methods or set up your practice to be more welcoming and accessible to specific patient groups.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

Due to their flexibility and valuable contribution to patient care, Medical Assistants are sought after by medical practices, healthcare facilities, and clinics. They actively collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a smooth workflow and delivering top-quality patient care.

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Northwest Suburban College

JULY 11, 2024

Expanded Responsibilities of Pharmacy Technicians in Community Pharmacies As the role of Pharmacy Technicians evolves and their importance in community pharmacies grows, they often take on additional responsibilities that go beyond their traditional duties.

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Top Practices

JUNE 27, 2023

To have a highly successful medical practice you need to design and implement efficient systems that streamline operations, improve quality patient care, staff environment, minimize conflict, and stress, and increase productivity and profit. They need to be able to clearly communicate these to their patients when asked.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Blood Donations: Some phlebotomists work at blood donation centers where they draw blood from donors rather than patients. Patient Communication: It’s essential for phlebotomists to have good communication skills as they often serve as a calming presence for patients who may be nervous about having their blood drawn.

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WSMDA

MAY 15, 2023

Additionally, they must be able to communicate effectively with patients to minimize discomfort and ensure the accuracy of the samples. Phlebotomy provides hands-on experience working with patients and collecting blood samples, which can help you develop your patient care skills.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 21, 2024

Building Interpersonal Skills Phlebotomy Technicians often deal with patients who may feel anxious or fearful about having their blood drawn. Part of your training will involve learning how to communicate effectively with patients, provide clear explanations, and offer comfort to ease their concerns.

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Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 7, 2024

Dental assistants serve as indispensable members of dental care teams, executing diverse responsibilities that enable dental offices to function smoothly and efficiently. From patient care to office management, dental assistants contribute significantly to the success and efficacy of dental clinics in various settings.

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We Care Online

MARCH 27, 2024

Empathy and Compassion in Patient Care Women inherently possess a strong sense of empathy and compassion, qualities that are indispensable in healthcare. In a remote setting, these traits shine through even more brightly as women find innovative ways to connect with patients virtually.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 12, 2024

Nurses, known for their dedication and adaptability, are now moving beyond traditional direct patient care roles and venturing into side gigs and full-fledged entrepreneurial ventures. Identifying Opportunities Nurses encounter numerous pain points in their daily routines—inefficiencies, gaps in patient care, and unmet needs.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 11, 2024

With the responsibility of dispensing medications safely and accurately, Pharmacy Technicians must master these concepts to ensure optimal patient care. By mastering these concepts, students are given a strong foundation to provide optimal patient care and ensure medication safety.

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Will Peach MD

JUNE 8, 2024

New nurses are often faced with the challenge of applying theoretical knowledge to real-life patient care scenarios while navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. Nurses must also effectively communicate with patients and their families, providing education and support to promote optimal health outcomes.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

Our Pharmacy Technician program covers various aspects of the profession, such as drug classification, dosage calculations, and patient care. As a result, our graduates possess a deep understanding of the principles and practices needed to provide top-quality pharmaceutical care to patients.

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Minority Nurse

APRIL 25, 2024

Screening Strategies Various strategies exist for dealing with mental health during patient care visits. FNP Programs Johnson says NP educational standards emphasize assessing mental health in varied patient populations. For instance, Ringold notes that not every screening needs to be done face-to-face with the FNP.

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Bell-Brown Medical Institute

APRIL 15, 2022

This person not only has extensive knowledge in all areas related to patient care and documentation maintenance. Important personal skills required for a successful medical assistant are Adaptability, Humility, Effective Communication, and last but not least a positive attitude.

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Myndshft Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

From vetting of AI decisions to continual education of healthcare teams on the effective and ethical use of AI tools, a measured approach helps ensure generative AI delivers measurable value. Ultimately, it elevates the quality of patient care. Risk mitigation is critical in this context.

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Relias

AUGUST 4, 2023

Overcoming staff shortages while still providing quality patient care has challenged many healthcare organizations. However, it could also take the form of a clearly communicated career path progression that informs an employee about opportunities for advancement.

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NHA Now

APRIL 29, 2020

I pride myself knowing that my patients are grateful for my companionship to them during their stay, taking care of their personal needs and listening to their problems. a patient care technician in Alabama. Hint: Continuing Education is a great way to show potential employers you are prepared!)

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ACMA Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Benefits of Buy and Bill The buy-and-bill model offers several advantages for providers, providing them with greater control over inventory management, drug selection, and patient care. In addition to the above advantages, buy-and-bill offers other benefits that enhance efficiency and patient care.

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CareerStep

JANUARY 24, 2024

Daisy emphasizes the joy of being in a role where you can contribute significantly to patient care without the extensive responsibilities of a medical assistant. This career is ideal for those drawn to patient care but who prefer avoiding tasks like injections or blood drawing. Why become an EKG technician?

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Relias

APRIL 17, 2024

For example, a clinical ladder program may require nurses to demonstrate clinical excellence, pursue continuing education, participate in quality improvement projects, mentor other nurses, or assume leadership roles. Each level has specific criteria and expectations that nurses must meet to qualify and advance.

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MedAssistantEDU.org

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Complete ten continuing education credits. NHA CCMA examination has questions from the seven domains to test the skills and knowledge of a medical assistant. The AMA CMA exam has 180 questions with 20 pre-test questions. NHA CCMA exam has 150 score questions and 30 test questions.

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NHA Now

OCTOBER 30, 2019

D’Aurora is a Crucial Conversations Master Trainer and has implemented Crucial Conversations and Influencer training for safety champions at Riverside Methodist Hospital leading to measurable increases in observation activity and effective communication skills. Empower yourself with as much continuing education as possible.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 6, 2024

My role extends beyond the provision of patient care and involves strategic decision-making and ensuring the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Center’s nursing operations. Additionally, biases and discrimination persist within the healthcare system, impeding equitable care delivery.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In fact, studies show that nurses accrue a considerable sleep debt while working successive 12-hour shifts, leading to higher levels of fatigue that may cause mistakes in patient care. Without good rapport, patients can become agitated, try to do too much without the help of their nurse, and potentially experience a fall, for example.

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Relias

JANUARY 9, 2024

. · Time-efficient Microlearning modules are designed to be brief and focused, allowing busy healthcare professionals to fit learning into short breaks in their schedules without disrupting patient care. · Improved retention The concise nature of microlearning facilitates better retention of information.

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