While no one ever wants an emergency, it can happen anytime, anywhere. This is especially true in a medical environment. Are non-clinical staff members at your front desk or back office equipped to respond to an emergency? All non-clinical staff members should receive training in case of emergency before first responders can take over. Here… Read more »
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Appreciation can go a long way. Recognizing the travel nurses that work with your staff during this busy time of year is an excellent way to display gratitude. Gift-giving is a traditional part of holiday celebrations, and one that sends a positive message to your staff. As you begin your plans for the holiday season,… Read more »
Respiratory therapists are essential for many people dealing with lung diseases and disorders such as Asthma, COPD, chest trauma, lung cancer, or COVID-19 related illnesses. They need to work well with patients and other medical professionals to ensure the best respiratory care. What qualities should you look for when you’re hiring a registered respiratory therapist?… Read more »
Many employers believe that references are just a formality. They get the information from candidates and then don’t follow up. Significant compliance issues within healthcare require references, so it’s essential to conduct one properly. When you’re verifying references, how do you know where to start and what questions to ask? Here are some question ideas… Read more »
What does it take to be a leader in healthcare? Chances are, if you have any of these qualities, you’re a leader in your facility or department. Let’s take a closer look at the traits it takes to be a good leader and advance your healthcare career. Here are five skills that that medical leaders… Read more »
Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare offices are at the frontlines of the novel coronavirus crisis. There’s extreme pressure to provide care and stay safe. But with COVID-19 cases expected to be on the rise and the start of flu season, what can you do to keep your staff safe and treat patients in need. It’s… Read more »
As we discussed in our last post about behavioral questions throughout the interview process, you need to determine a nurse’s experience and their fit for the job. Behavioral questions like these can give you insight into candidate behavior and common situations in the workplace. In the second part of this series, we want to look… Read more »
While you may want to avoid it, conflict in the workplace is something every manager needs to handle. As a manager, you must be able to deal with conflict among your healthcare employees correctly. Naturally, disagreements happen when two or more people are working closely together, but your job is to manage that conflict. Avoidance… Read more »