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Used or New Textbooks?

Thursday, January 31st, 2013

Going to can be very expensive. One of the most expensive portions of any college education will be textbooks. This is true for almost every college course, not just . This is one reason there is a booming trade in used textbooks. Students are able to sell their textbooks back to the school or to incoming students.

Some students may choose or find that they must buy their textbooks new due to changing information. This cost can be offset by selling the books later or by applying for a grant. Most grants offer enough money to pay for a course and books or other supplies.

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Non-Taxed Housing Stipend

Thursday, January 24th, 2013

Travel that go from one locality to the other to work for hospitals or other organizations are usually given a set amount of money to pay for housing by their organization or employing hospital. This is known as a . Usually this stipend is not taxed.

The reason for the housing stipend is that nurses will need some sort of housing when they are in a new area. The housing may be an apartment, renting a small house, or even paying for parking their RV. The tax free housing stipend is sometimes offered at a much higher rate than a ’s hourly wage.

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Working for a Non-Profit

Thursday, January 10th, 2013

that work for hospitals or organizations often note that there is a huge difference between them and for-profit organizations. Not for profits often have a higher mind-set when it comes to care of patients and technology. While for-profits may also move ahead with the newest technology, the main concern with for-profit centers is that of finances.

Not for profit organizations spend their time and energy on the best possible care for their patients. Their funding typically comes in the form of donations and grants from the community, private endowments, or even state or federal governments. These donations are used to pay staff, buy medications, and buy better technology.

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The Most Important Immunizations for Nurses

Thursday, December 13th, 2012

Before starting a job, many must provide proof of their vaccinations against certain diseases. All are expected to have the listed from childhood shot records, but sometimes there are other vaccinations or immunities that a must provide.

The most important vaccine in a is usually the Hepatitis B vaccination. This series of shots is very important as Hepatitis B can be transmitted to any healthcare worker or patient without the knowledge of the carrier. Hepatitis B attacks the liver and can be contracted by contact with infected blood or other body fluids.

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Treating Friends and Family

Thursday, December 6th, 2012

are called upon to treat many people. They fill their communities with medical knowledge and provide comfort to their patients. But did you know that often provide free healthcare? No, this isn’t an endorsement for free clinics. This also isn’t to encourage you to find a that will give you free treatment.

After a nurse graduates from school and passes her test, suddenly he or she finds that they are the new nurse for their entire family or circle of friends. At first this can be flattering, but after being called one too many times, some nurses begin to feel that they are being taken advantage of.

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Private Duty Care: Scrubs or Casual Wear?

Thursday, November 22nd, 2012

When you are a private duty , sometimes you have the option of wearing scrubs or your own clothing. You may think that going to work in your casual clothes will be fun and more comfortable, but there are a few things you may want to consider before changing over to full casual attire.

Exposure to bodily fluids is a huge source of stains. These stains may never come out, even with the ‘peri-wash stain treatment’. Peri-wash is known to help remove feces and urine stains, some brands will even remove ink. But, do you really want to wear a favorite comfortable shirt or pair of pants to work, only to have body fluid stains end up on them? Most do not.

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Dating Co-Workers

Thursday, November 8th, 2012

Romance can be a beautiful thing, but when you are involved with someone you work with, it could be cause for alarm.  What do you do if you’ve met someone amazing and want to date them, but they’re a co-worker?

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How To Survive Nursing School

Thursday, October 18th, 2012

So, you’ve decided you want to become a . All that’s standing between you and you dream job is school. You’ve probably heard horror stories about the tough requirements, assignments and class schedules involved in getting your degree. But it doesn’t have to be as rough as some people make it out to be. Here are a few tips to help you survive with (most of) your sanity intact.

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Nurses In History: The Civil War

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

have been an important part of healthcare for centuries. Even before the advent of modern medical technology, men and women offered care to the ill and injured. War time was especially important in history as many legendary women came to be known for their .

Dorthea Dix is one such that served military casualties during the . Almost all nurses of this time were male and outnumbered female nurses 4 to 1.  Ms Dix had a requirement that all of the female nurses serving under her be at least 30 years of age, though it has been recorded that younger women did serve. In the later part of the War Between The States there was a great need for nurses so Ms Dix allowed young women to serve in her nursing regiment.

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Nurses And Addiction

Thursday, August 9th, 2012

If you have been working as a for any length of time then you have heard that are likely to neglect their own health. Something you may not be aware of is that also have a high rate of drug dependency, alcohol included.

A career is one of the highest stress careers. Caring for other people, witnessing physical and mental abuse, and dealing with tragedy on an almost daily basis wears on the emotional well-being of those in the profession.

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