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Meet Cardiac Nurse Diana-Lyn Baptiste

Minority Nurse

For some patients, their cardiovascular issues aren’t immediately identifiable by vital signs or diagnostic tests. I also attend ACC/AHA and PCNA conferences and continuing education programs to ensure that I’m learning the latest research-based guidelines.

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NEW CE: The Cardiology Unit Case Study

NHA Now

Now, it’s time to put that knowledge to the test. He completes a full set of vital signs every two hours, performs 12 lead EKGs on his patients as ordered, and keeps a daily record of his patients’ weights. Ready to get started with the Cardiology Unit Case Study continuing education module? Bring your ‘A’ game!

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Unveiling the Advanced Clinical Skills of Certified Medical Assistants

WSMDA

Proficient in administering tests, vaccinations, and checking vital signs, CMAs engage directly with patients, gaining an in-depth understanding of the clinical environment. As healthcare dynamics evolve, effective communication, empathy, and cultural competence become increasingly vital in delivering quality patient care.

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NHA Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs (Updated)

ACI Medical & Dental School

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.

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What Can I Do With a Medical Assistant Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Specialty Practices: Assist with specialized procedures and tests. Medical Laboratories: Aid in specimen collection and basic tests. Taking vital signs. Performing basic laboratory tests. Access to continuing education opportunities and professional development resources. Performing EKG procedures.

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Expectations of Medical Assistants in the OB/GYN Field

Prism Career Institute

Assistants must also log 100 hours of continuing education every two years and become re-certified every six. Further exams, such as the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam or the Certified Electrocardiograph Technician (CET) exam, can open opportunities in more specialized areas of OB/GYN.

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A step-by-step guide to taking perfect clinical notes

Mobius MD

These facts could include how you observe the patient (“Patient appears pale and in discomfort…”), vital signs, or other findings from your physical examination (“Widespread expiratory wheeze on auscultation of the chest…”), and any relevant laboratory results. In the U.S., As healthcare changes, how you document will change, too.