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AABC Receives Approval by National Board for Certified Counselors
The American Association of Bariatric Counselors, Providers of Bariatric Education and Certification for Licensed, Registered and Certified Health and Education Professionals Has Become a Continuing Education Approved Provider for the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). - December 21, 2016 - American Association of Bariatric Counselors
NCLEX® Program Reports Panel of Experts Formed
Mountain Measurement, Inc. has established the NCLEX® Program Reports Panel of Nursing Experts. This group of nursing education leaders will provide their expertise to the makers of the NCLEX® Program Reports and the nursing education community at large. - December 21, 2016 - Mountain Measurement
Katherine A. Cass, MSN, MA, CLNC, RN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Katherine A. Cass, MSN, MA, CLNC, RN of Clayton, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the fields of healthcare and legal nurse consulting. About... - December 13, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
South Nassau Communities Hospital Launches "Nurses 2B" HS Internship Program
A 2013 survey conducted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing and The Forum of State Nursing Workforce Center found that 55% of the RN workforce is age 50 or older. - December 01, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Galen Dean Tapped for National Nursing Leadership Program
Galen College of Nursing’s Dean, Tara Dailey, has been accepted into the 2017 National League of Nursing LEAD program. The program is a part of the NLN’s Leadership Institute in the Center for Transformational Leadership. The LEAD program is an invitation only program for leaders in... - November 30, 2016 - Galen College of Nursing
Intensix Named as a Finalist in DigitalHealth.il Contest
Critical care predictive analytics start-up recognized for its outstanding achievements in health and wellness technologies - November 29, 2016 - Intensix
Home Caregivers Introduces New Website for Northern Virginia Family Caregivers
Home Caregivers this week is introducing a Family Learning Center® on its website, http://flc.ipced.com/HCG making it easier for family caregivers to find training and support resources to help them better care for the needs of their loved ones at home. - November 28, 2016 - Home Caregivers
Mary P. Lodato, RN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary P. Lodato, RN of Patchogue, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 42 years in the field of healthcare. About Mary P. Lodato, RN Ms. Lodato is a Registered... - November 19, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Operative Experience to Deliver First Commercial Sale of World's Only "Hands-In-The-Body" Emergency Obstetric Simulator, C-Celia
Operative Experience, Inc., a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, today announced the first commercial sale of its state-of-the-art emergency obstetrics skills simulator, C-Celia™ to Manatee Technical College (MTC), a... - October 12, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Terri L. Hemerson, RN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Terri L. Hemerson, RN of Cedar Rapids, Iowa has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 40 years in the field of healthcare. About Terri L. Hemerson, RN Ms. Hemerson... - October 08, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Avant Healthcare Professionals Awarded Recertification from The Joint Commission
Avant Healthcare Professionals has achieved the Gold Seal of Approval™ for health care staffing services certification from The Joint Commission. Avant Healthcare underwent an on-site review of its compliance with national standards that assess how staffing firms determine the qualifications... - October 07, 2016 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Breathe CPR is Offering ACLS Courses as of October 2016
New Company is announcing their American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Courses that will cater to medical professionals (nurses, doctors, paramedics, etc). The instructor led course is based on the new AHA ECC guidelines. The non-judgemental setting allows you to get the full class experience. - October 07, 2016 - Breathe CPR
Tamara J. Battaia Recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Tamara J. Battaia of Cape Coral, Florida has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 15 years in the field of healthcare. About Tamara J. Battaia Mrs. Battaia is the Administrator and... - October 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Unity Custom Care Debuts Novel Service for Pre- and Post-Op Patient Care
As the leading provider of perioperative care services, Unity Custom Care sets a new standard for post-surgical patient care. Unity dedicates a single Care Advisor RN to each patient, contacting them daily for up to two weeks following surgery, with 24-hour support. Unity's Care Advisors provide the compassion, guidance and assurance that patients deserve. Surgeons and hospitals benefit from happier patients; better compliance and outcomes; lower care costs and more referrals. - October 03, 2016 - Unity Custom Care Inc.
RightBio Metrics to Host a Thought-Leader Forum on Improving the Safety of NG Tube Placement at NANN (National Association of Neonatal Nurses) in Palm Springs, CA
RightBio Metrics to host a thought-leader forum on Improving the Safety of NG tube Placement at NANN (National Association of Neonatal Nurses) in Palm Springs, CA RightBioMetrics.com Considered a “never-event” in the United Kingdom (UK) and gaining increasing attention from US... - September 30, 2016 - RightBio Metrics
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Honors Flora H. Sowell as a Professional of the Year 2016
Flora H. Sowell, L.P.N. of Charlotte, North Carolina has been honored as a Professional of the Year 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her achievement in the field of Home Healthcare. - September 29, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Rosie C. Richard, LPN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rosie C. Richard, LPN of Texarkana, Arkansas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 10 years in the field of healthcare. About Rosie C. Richard, LPN Ms. Richard is a... - September 21, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Stacey L. Gallagher Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Stacey L. Gallagher of Newburgh, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Stacey L. Gallagher Ms. Gallagher has over 30 years... - September 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
US Will Need Almost 1.13 Million Registered Nurses by 2021- Healthcare Staffing Market in US Research Report Says
A recent research published by Beige Market Intelligence “Healthcare Staffing Market in US – Strategic Assessment and Forecast till 2021” predicts the Healthcare Staffing Market in US to grow at a CAGR of approx 14% by 2021. - September 15, 2016 - Beige Market Intelligence
PerformanceScrubs.com Announces Partnership with Olivet Nazarene University
PerformanceScrubs.com, a Performance HealthCare Products company, today announced a partnership with Olivet Nazarene University to supply their students with specialized medical apparel. Through this cooperative effort, Olivet Nazarene University has worked closely with PerformanceScrubs.com to... - September 08, 2016 - Performance Healthcare Products
Marella B. Mangum Chakua Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marella B. Mangum Chakua of West Fargo, North Dakota has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of inventions. About Marella B. Mangum Chakua Mrs. Mangum Chakua... - September 07, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Pocket Nurse® to Acquire Eriter Creations, Inc., Makers of SimLeggings™
Medical simulation company to manufacture and distribute simulation solutions for bariatric scenarios. - September 01, 2016 - Pocket Nurse
TruInject Founder Gabrielle Rios Receives Nomination for Innovator of the Year from the Orange County Business Journal
TruInject Medical Corp™ is pleased to announce the nomination of Innovator of the Year by the Orange County Business Journal. - August 09, 2016 - Truinject Medical Corp.
Vaidam Health Helps a Paralyzed Young Nigerian Woman to Get on Her Feet Again
In July 2016, Vaidam Health, a medical travel assistant company in India, helped a young paralyzed woman from Nigeria regain her life. She was operated for Spine Tumor in India and recovered miraculously very fast. Its the story about her experience and similar such patients who are assisted by Vaidam Health. - August 05, 2016 - Vaidam Health Pvt Ltd
Welcome Home Caregivers, LLC to the Northern Virginia Area
Putting a new spin on home health care serving the community as a Home Care Resource Company. Offering unique services geared towards keeping your loved ones where they want to be... Home. - August 04, 2016 - Home Caregivers
Van Dyk Montclair Hires Christina Vassallo as Part of Ongoing Expansion of Services and Programs
Nurse practitioner joins award-winning staff in Montclair as company prepares for inaugural Van Dyk Memory Care Center in Hawthorne - July 27, 2016 - Van Dyk Health Care
allnurses.com Releases 2015 Salary Survey Results
18,000 respondents makes this one of the largest nursing salary surveys conducted. - July 07, 2016 - allnurses.com
Washington DC-Based Fairlington Dental Supports National Charity Addressing the Psychosocial Needs of Children with Cancer and Their Families
Fairlington Dental Raises Funds, Donates Items and Gives Their Time to The Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation, which Makes It Possible for Mattie Miracle to Provide for the Psychological, Emotional and Social Needs of Children with Cancer. - July 06, 2016 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
OneStaff Medical Wins Inavero's 2016 Best of Staffing Client & Talent Awards
Earned by less than two percent of all staffing agencies in the U.S. and Canada. OneStaff Medical, a leading employment agency in the healthcare staffing industry announced today they have won Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for providing superior service to their... - June 27, 2016 - OneStaff Medical, LLC
Mary A. Tinker, RN, MS, MA Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary A. Tinker, RN, MS, MA of Denver, Colorado has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Mary A. Tinker, RN, MS, MA Ms. Tinker has over 47... - June 23, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Leading Scientists on Neuroplasticity Present at Brain IDEAS Symposium, Aug. 5th
Invisible Disabilities Association is hosting their 2nd Annual Brain IDEAS Symposium on Aug. 5th in Denver, CO focusing on Brain Disorders, Brain Health, and Brain Therapy. 9 expert presenters will each deliver dynamic, science and story-filled talks on topics including Neuroplasticity, ADHD, ADD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Alzheimer’s, Nutrition, Microbiome, Mental Training, Therapeutic Humor, Stroke, PTSD, EMDR and TBI followed by 3 Expert Led Panels for questions and answers. - June 17, 2016 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Launch of New Job Board Dedicated to Long Term Care Promises Staffing Challenge Relief
LTCjob.com will provide very cost effective job postings to long term care organizations including home health, skilled nursing, assisted living and hospice. - June 06, 2016 - LTCjob.com
Can We Afford More of the Same? Despite Prevention Drugs, Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV) Still Remains a Very Distressing Complication Following Surgery
Contrasting PONV implications for perianesthesia nurses, to improve the efficacy of PONV prevention - June 01, 2016 - Pressure Point Inc.
Health Briefs TV Focuses on Nursing Care in the 21st Century
An enlightening Health Briefs TV segment on nursing care in the 21st Century features the best in medical care. - May 12, 2016 - Health Briefs TV
Rowlett Attorney Sworn in Before the Supreme Court
Victoria G. Warner has been a registered nurse since 1977 and is a collaboratively trained attorney who has practiced law for more than twenty years. - May 11, 2016 - Rowlett Family Law
Online Learning That Enhances Nurse Anesthesia Practice
American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) and Web Courseworks Join Forces with New Learning Management System (LMS). - May 07, 2016 - Web Courseworks
Hoag Unveils the "Julia Argyros Center for Nursing Excellence" Seal to Recognize the Largest Donors to Nursing Program in Hoag History
$10 Million in Cumulative Giving, Latest $7 Million Gift is Part of a Long History of Generosity from the Argyros’ to Hoag. - May 07, 2016 - Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Ex-Journalist Launches Website to Connect Families to Senior Advocates for Help Finding Assisted Living
Tony’s Rolodex refers families to trusted Senior Placement Advocates for help finding Assisted Living and Memory Care. It is launching first in Arizona and Florida. Advocates provide an alternative to the services of such Senior Housing Referral websites as A Place for Mom and Caring.com. - April 07, 2016 - Tony's Rolodex LLC
Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN, MS, APN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN, MS, APN of Pennsauken, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN,... - April 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Prism Medical & Design Secures CE Mark for Its ProteXsure Safety Capsule System
Prism Medical Nabs CE Mark for ProteXsure Safety Capsule System. Prism Medical has secured the CE mark for its ProteXsure Safety Capsule System, intended for the prevention of needle stick injuries. The approval is the first indication for the company’s Prism platform. - March 24, 2016 - Prism Medical & Design
Cirrus Medical Staffing Names Andrea Zveibil President & Chief Operating Officer
Cirrus Medical Staffing (Cirrus) announces the appointment of Andrea Zveibil as President & Chief Operating officer. - March 15, 2016 - Cirrus Medical Staffing
South Nassau Communities Hospital Endoscopy RN Named a Healthcare Hero
The Long Island Business News (LIBN) recently awarded its “Health Care Heroes” Nurse Hero Award to Irene Ficaro, an endoscopy nurse at South Nassau Communities Hospital. LIBN’s “Health Care Heroes” awards honor individuals and organizations in the health care industry... - March 09, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Laurel A. Dolejs Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Laurel A. Dolejs of Bedford, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Laurel A. Dolejs Ms. Dolejs has over 30 years... - February 27, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Kathleen Urban Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kathleen Urban of Westland, Michigan has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Kathleen Urban Ms. Urban is a certified rehabilitation nurse... - February 17, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
SLS Publications Launches "Care for the Hispanic Patient" Continuing Education Program
SLS Publications, dedicated to bridging the language and cultural gap between Anglo and Latin America, announces its first in a series of continuing education courses designed to help healthcare professionals better serve their Hispanic communities. "Care for the Hispanic Patient" is a two-hour online cultural competency training course for licensed healthcare professionals. - February 13, 2016 - SLS Publications, LLC
Lifetime Featured Member, Linda R. Moniz, Ph.D. Has Now Been Inducted Into the America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ Roundtable
Dr. Linda R. Moniz of Saugus, Massachusetts has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Lifetime Featured Member for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Nursing Education. She has now been inducted into the America’s Registry’s Roundtable for 2016. - February 04, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Kelley R. Gardner Recognized as a Professional of the Year and Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kelley R. Gardner of South Lake Tahoe, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year and Top Executive by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Kelley R. Gardner Ms. Gardner has almost 25... - January 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Operative Experience Strengthens Business with Oberndorf as Significant Investor and Chairman
Operative Experience, Inc. (OEI), a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, announced today that Louis H. Oberndorf, a pioneer in the field of healthcare simulation and the founder of METI, has made a significant investment in the company and... - January 15, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Lifetime Member, Karin L. Ciance, Has Been Named Bio of the Month of July 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Karin L. Ciance of Paxton, Massachusetts has been named Bio of the Month of July 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her accomplishments in the field of Medical Education. She has also been inducted into the America’s Hall of Fame. - December 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Oralia Tamez Lenny Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Oralia Tamez Lenny of McAllen, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year in 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Oralia Tamez Lenny Mrs. Lenny has 50 years experience in the... - November 26, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide