Did you know the first week in December is National Handwashing Awareness Week? And, with COVID cases spiking around the country, keeping our hands clean is one of the best lines of defense. So, get your workplace involved and have everyone brush up on their handwashing knowledge. Why Handwashing Works When you wash your hands, soap molecules act like crowbars. They pry dirt, oil, and germs from your skin. In addition, soap breaks down the outer membrane of many microorganisms and… Read more »
It’s hard to find anything in the news today that isn’t about COVID-19. This novel coronavirus has been sweeping its way around the globe and been very difficult to stop, treat, or prevent. You can see in news stories from around the world that some countries have been able to keep it contained and that… Read more »
Today, more than ever before, it’s imperative that nurses are appreciated. Nurses are finding themselves on the front lines of a massive global pandemic, and it can take a serious toll on their own health, safety, and mental wellbeing. When the theme of the 2020 International Nurses Day was chosen, Nursing the World to Health,… Read more »
Do you think a career path as an EMT is right for you? Emergency medical technicians are among the first responders in medical emergencies, so the training involved is highly specialized. EMTs are dispatched to the scene through 911 calls and assist with immediate medical needs as well as provide transport to the hospital. If… Read more »
You may not have realized you’ve heard of Blockchain before, but you have. This is the technology closely related to cryptocurrency, like Bitcoin. It’s also been used in a variety of other industries, such as manufacturing and shipping. Did you know that Blockchain technology is becoming a big part of healthcare? What is the trend,… Read more »
We’ve previously written about certified medical assistants and what they do, how they fit into a medical environment and how to become a CMA. But what else do you need to know before pursuing a career as a certified medical assistant? What will you expect in a “day in the life”? Here is a breakdown… Read more »
One of the biggest concerns for any manager of a healthcare practice, clinic, or hospital is patient wait times. When patients feel they aren’t a priority, that scheduling has caused them to lose much of their day, or that they can’t get the care they need when they need it, it affects your ability to… Read more »
You want to be known as a reliable, conscientious, and talented nurse. And while doing good work and putting forth your best effort is important, could you be doing more to ensure that you’re looked at as the top nurse on your shift? There are some things you can consider when you’re at work to… Read more »
In honor of National Nurses Week, CornerStone Medical is showing our appreciation with these awesome giveaways! Because We Love Our Nurses. Sign Up On Our Search Jobs Tab, Under “Celebrate Nurse Week” Or Contact Us Direct For Details!
