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Safe Bag Technique Training for Home Healthcare Workers

American Medical Compliance

The Safe Bag Technique Training for Home Healthcare Workers equips providers with essential skills to prevent cross-contamination between patients and environments. Participants learn how to select and organize necessary tools, follow proper hand hygiene, and establish a clean, safe workspace in diverse home settings.

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Second Careers for Retired RNs

Registered Nursing

Healthcare Consultant Your years of experience make you a valuable asset in the healthcare industry. As a consultant, you can advise hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies on best practices, patient care strategies, and policy improvements.

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How Workplace Violence Impacts Home Health Nurses

Nurse.com

As the demand for home healthcare grows, so does the risk of workplace violence for home health nurses. . Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that home healthcare is one of America’s fastest-growing industries, with a projected compound annual growth rate of 5% for 2014–2024, which equals approximately 760,400 new jobs.

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How to Become a Wound Care Nurse

Joyce

Earn Continuing Education Credits Like all medical professionals, wound care nurses require continuing education (CE) credits to remain up to date on new treatments and medical best practices. The CE credits also help you qualify for recertification, which is required every 5 years.

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in 6 Steps

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Complete a Residency or Fellowship (Optional) Once you have your license, you can practice as a physical therapist, or choose to take a few extra steps to deepen your knowledge and practice. These optional programs are designed to increase the quality of your patient care and deepen your knowledge of best practices.

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How to Become a Registered Nurse

Post University

Educating patients about best practices and providing information about community resources. In addition, registered nurses could consider employment as home healthcare providers. Providing patients with exams, medication, and treatment.

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Cleaning and Disinfection Practices for CNAs: Ensuring a Safe Environment

Every Nurse

Essential Cleaning and Disinfection Techniques Effective cleaning and disinfection practices require a combination of techniques and protocols. CNAs must take a proactive approach to cleaning and be familiar with the following techniques: Hand Hygiene Best Practices Hand hygiene is the foundation of infection control.