▶ The Boston Public Health Commission is warning the public of a potential measles exposure at Logan Airport. ▶ A Senate committee approves bill allowing pharmacists to tell patients that a drug is cheaper if they use cash instead of insurance. ▶ U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, M.D., said combating the opioid epidemic is the…
With the average anticipated debt load from PA school at $75,000-$124,000, it is important that you realistic plan for how you are going to pay for your education. Funding sources vary and federal loan programs will probably form the foundation of your assistance package. Many states also offer financial aid funding. Here are some of…
Have you ever considered becoming a physician assistant or nurse practitioner AND serving your country at the same time? In the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), you can receive 100% tuition assistance while completing an eligible physician assistant education program, plus a monthly stipend in excess of $2,200 to help cover living expenses for…
The American Academy of PAs recently released a comprehensive report providing a detailed snaphot of PA compensation and benefits information in the U.S. Figures are for 2016. The profession has doubled in size every decade since 1980 with no end in sight.
INTERNAL MEDICINE / LODI, CALIFORNIA Provider type Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Description Growing internal medicine practice has an immediate need for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their group. This is a Monday to Friday, no weekend position and providers would be focusing on managing patient lifestyles; weight management, diabetes and hypertension. Providers…
Sourcing, screening and hiring Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners can be a very difficult task. PA and NP Providers are typically an integral part of any organizations ability to effectively meet patient demands and provide top-level healthcare services. At Lyle Health, we solely recruit and place Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. That is all we…
ANALYZE —Clearly define and understand the employers position. —Build a consensus among the team as to the key competencies required. —Discuss the responsibilities, experience preferences, specialty and location. —Develop an in-depth target profile of the ideal candidate — mandatory skills and preferred attributes. —Conduct targeted research on the employer and its competitors. IDENTIFY —We…
Introverts can fit well into the nursing field. Jennifer Doering, associate professor at University of Milwaukee College of Nursing, has some tips: 1. Better listeners. Introverts let others speak and shine in a patient care situation. 2. More observant. Introverts are quieter, allowing them to be more observant and pick up on small clues. 3.…
It’s common knowledge that one of the biggest perks of being a traveling nurse is your ability to make a very good income. Here are some tips to get to $100,000 in a year: 1. Go where it snows: Head north in winter where you can earn very high pay as a travel nurse. Some…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 70% of jobs are found through professional networking, therefore it is crucial that one builds a secure network of professionals. Career advancement and placement are just two benefits. Try to make yourself into a confident networker by following these tips: 1. Social media. Linkedin is a sure…