Pharmacy technicians are allied health professionals who work with Pharmacists to dispense prescription medicines at local pharmacies and hospitals. They usually assist pharmacists in preparing specific dosage drugs. Compared with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians have less responsibility in addressing patient queries and educating them on medications. Pharmacy technicians handle administrative tasks and inventory management under the supervision […]
How to find the right LVN for your needs?
A Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is vital in providing primary care for patients in facilities. LVNs directly interact with patients and provide them with full-time support and assistance while monitoring their condition. Hence, making an informed choice when you hire an LVN is crucial to ensure that you provide high-quality patient care at your facility. […]
How can you mitigate the common mistakes made by entry-level nurses?
The nurses constitute a significant proportion of all the healthcare professionals in the USA. Due to several reasons, including the aging baby boomer generation, the retiring workforce, and the increasing turnover rate among nurses, the demand for nurses is increasing year on year. As per the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for nurses […]
Recruiting and retaining top LPN talent: Best practices
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are healthcare providers who work closely with physicians and registered nurses (RNs) to deliver primary patient care directly to people who are sick, injured, or disabled. They work in various settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, home clinics, and other private healthcare settings. Before framing strategies to hire an LPN and […]
The importance of cross-training in allied healthcare settings
Cross-training in healthcare is a strategic approach within healthcare facilities to upskill their existing allied healthcare staff beyond their primary roles. This strategy helps the facilities equip professionals with the advanced skills necessary to work in various cross-roles. Cross-training is always provided under the supervision of experienced professionals working in the concerned domain. It not […]
Strategies for hospitals to improve nurse staffing ratio
According to the latest survey, it is revealed that hospitals with adequate nurse staffing have played a significant part in improving patient outcomes. It is a well-known fact that hospitals with enough nurses on the floor can deliver good patient outcomes. A good ratio of nurses to patients and effective healthcare staff ratios will create […]
The impact of nurse staffing levels on patient outcomes
According to the latest reports by the American Hospital Association, hospitals have started witnessing financial issues due to rising labor costs. The understaffing of nurses tends to create a severe impact on the healthcare system, affecting nurse staffing and patient outcomes. Labor costs increased between 2021 and 2023 by $42.5 billion, and thus, hospitals are […]
How is technology transforming nurse staffing solutions?
It is inevitable that artificial intelligence will make its way to every department. According to a survey, 92% of healthcare leaders agreed to automate time-consuming and repetitive tasks so that they can concentrate on enhancing patient treatment. However, 65% of healthcare professionals are concerned about using automation technology, saying it could damage the quality of […]
Why should you hire an agency to fill allied healthcare staffing gaps?
Allied healthcare staffing professionals are specialized clinical support providers who work alongside doctors and nurses to optimize patient care delivery. Physical therapists, radiologists, medical laboratory technologists, speech therapists, audiologists, and medical assistants are some of the allied healthcare professionals in demand in the USA. They work across diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, specialized clinics, and […]
How to hire a dental hygienist?
Dental Hygienists are allied healthcare professionals who work alongside dentists to provide preventive oral health therapies. They also raise oral health awareness among people to familiarize them with the best oral care practices. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) reveals a decline in the availability of dental professionals, including hygienists, in rural and non-metropolitan […]