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What Types of Healthcare Professionals Operates Anesthesia Machine?

What Types of Healthcare Professionals Operates Anesthesia Machine?

Nov 26, 2014 | 12:00 pm

The only healthcare professionals authorized to handle and operate complex anesthesia machines are licensed anesthesiologists. Like all medical physicians and other healthcare professionals, anesthesiologists need to complete the licensing requirements in order for them to be able to practice their profession. However, the American Board of Anesthesiology offers sub specialty certifications, so those with the right qualifications can operate the anesthesia machine even without completing the licensing requirements. The Job Description Anesthesiologists deal with affected individuals with complications as they refer to pain alleviation. Anesthesiologists keep track of patients’ vital signs throughout and right after surgery, in addition to helping... Read more...

What Will You Learn About Nursing Informatics in a BSN Program?

What Will You Learn About Nursing Informatics in a BSN Program?

Nov 26, 2014 | 11:00 am

The comprehensive incorporation of nursing informatics learning system for all levels in any academic institutions, as well as in practice, is crucial to nursing since this profession is already facing various technological innovations for the 21st century. Nursing informatics, which involves computer systems and hardware, computer software and application, as well as modern network systems, help the nursing profession achieve computer literacy. Approaches and methods for successful incorporation of nursing informatics within the current learning curriculum are acknowledged, and particular strategies that enhance ideal results are suggested. Advantages The advantages that the nursing informatics integration brings to education and learning,... Read more...

Why Do Nurses Like to Wear Nursing Scrubs?

Why Do Nurses Like to Wear Nursing Scrubs?

Nov 26, 2014 | 10:00 am

With a sea of colors and many different styles to choose from, sometimes it can be difficult to choose the right style and color for you. We see people wearing nursing scrubs in healthcare facilities everywhere we go. We see everyone wearing scrubs in public. Scrubs are all some people wear. There are those who do not understand why everyone in healthcare facilities wears only scrubs. The doctors, nurses, techs, orderlies and even the receptionist in some places wear scrubs. In an article titled, How Unsettling is it that Doctors Wear Scrubs to Whole Foods, Heather Horn asks, “Do doctors... Read more...

Advancement in Sterile Processing Over the Years

Advancement in Sterile Processing Over the Years

Nov 26, 2014 | 9:00 am

Sterile processing has always been the invisible backbone of the operating room. For the longest time, steam sterilization was the best-known way to kill germs and even though it had its drawbacks in the beginning, research has proven it is still the best method. Advancement in sterile processing has been slow and gradual, but every one of the motions forward was much needed. Surgery Advancements: Steam Steam sterilization is a very simple process. Sterilization destroys all microorganisms on the surface of an article or in a fluid to prevent disease transmission associated with the use of that item. There has... Read more...

Best Ways to Study for Nursing Courses

Best Ways to Study for Nursing Courses

Nov 26, 2014 | 8:00 am

Great advantage dominates when the nursing student comes right out of high school, fresh and agile in academics. Study techniques are usually well established and time has been allotted in order to keep the student’s schedule doable. However, there are multitudes of people pursuing second careers, or finding out in their thirties that they partied too much to think about college. And now, the gig is up. No matter what age a person decides to go to nursing school, a huge reality will set in, usually the first day of class. Just seeing the stack of books alone is enough... Read more...

Blogs to Follow if You Are Considering a Surgical Tech Career

Blogs to Follow if You Are Considering a Surgical Tech Career

Nov 25, 2014 | 12:00 pm

With Internet access and availability of technological gadgetry, use of computer is one of the best teaching tools in the world. If a person is considering becoming a surgical tech, investigation into the aspects of the career is far simpler than it used to be. Information is now available directly from individuals who have experience in the operating room who actually get online and blog about the happenings. Of course, much of this information is only the individual’s opinion, but attitudes and personal concepts can be extremely enlightening to individuals who are unaware of operating room realities. The best medical... Read more...

Information on Hospital Sterile Processing

Information on Hospital Sterile Processing

Nov 25, 2014 | 11:00 am

Somewhere in the deep dark depths of every hospital is a department that works like a well-oiled machine. It is hidden behind elusive doors with a sign that says “Authorized Personnel Only.” Hospital sterile processing is the backbone of every hospital. Without it, the hospital would fail to thrive. Duties Duties of hospital sterile processors are never ending. There is a constant need and turnover of sterile supplies, including surgical instruments, surgical supplies, and surgical linens. The sterile processors are also responsible for decontamination of reusable devices like tourniquets, blood pressure machines, compression machines, and equipment used in the operating... Read more...

List of Schools Offering Catering Programs

List of Schools Offering Catering Programs

Nov 25, 2014 | 10:00 am

The culinary world has expanded over the past several years to include caterers, food truck owners, and more as legitimate career options. In fact, for those interested in a less traditional culinary career such as catering, the possibilities are endless. However, it can be a little challenging to find a school that offers a quality-catering program. For that reason, the following list of schools offering reputable catering programs has been assembled. Catering Schools •Florida Technical College (FL) •Culinary Institute of VA (VA) •Virginia College (VA & AL) •Pittsburgh Technical Institute (PA) •Dorsey Schools (MI) •Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts... Read more...

List of Schools Offering Culinary Arts Degree Programs

List of Schools Offering Culinary Arts Degree Programs

Nov 25, 2014 | 9:00 am

What is a culinary school? For those who want a career as a chef or in any other high level job involving cooking, culinary school is an important step in their career path. Culinary schools teach technique, proper food storage, taste and flavor profiles, and more. However, finding a good collegiate level school that offers a quality culinary arts degree program can be a challenge. For that reason, the following lists of culinary schools have been assembled by region. Northeast For those looking to attend culinary school in the Northeastern part of the U.S., here are a few valid options:... Read more...

List of Websites Offering Information on Culinary Arts

List of Websites Offering Information on Culinary Arts

Nov 25, 2014 | 8:00 am

When searching for information on a culinary arts career or on which school offers the best culinary arts program, the search can be difficult to say the least. Sorting through the rubble of the Internet and landing on the best website can test even the most patient person. However, it is possible to easily find quality websites filled with culinary arts info. In fact, the following list of websites offers some of the best information available for anyone seeking the opportunity to pursue a culinary arts career. Culinary Arts Info Website List •Culinaryarts.About.com (focuses on technique, basics of cooking, easy... Read more...