Starting any new job can be a nerve-wracking experience. Home care jobs are no different. However, with the right preparation and mindset, you can hit the ground running as a home care professional. Today, the team at Phoenix Home Care will share a few tips you can employ to make sure you start your home care career off on the right foot. Tips to Prepare For Your Home Care Job Start with a … [Read more...] about How to Adjust to Your Home Care Job
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4 Social Work Career Fields That Students May Consider
Are you considering a career in social work? Are you the type of person who loves to work with people? Luckily, for students pursuing a social work degree, the field is very diverse and allows you to work in a job that interests you. The Phoenix Home Care team has compiled a few careers within the social work field to help you figure out if it’s the right path for you. Social Work Career … [Read more...] about 4 Social Work Career Fields That Students May Consider
Challenging Aspects of an LPN job
Licensed Practical Nurses have an important job, as these nurses assist in administering medication and checking vital signs on patients. They are a critical part of the medical team, as they assist doctors and nurses to complete their tasks. While it’s an incredibly rewarding profession, being an LPN isn’t a walk in the park. Nurses face many obstacles in their profession. If you’re considering … [Read more...] about Challenging Aspects of an LPN job
How a Healthcare Career Teaches Patience and Empathy
At Phoenix Home Care, we believe that a healthcare career can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. Sure, it can be challenging at times, but the very best healthcare professionals use these challenges to grow and learn. Today, the Phoenix Home Care team will discuss why a healthcare career is so effective at developing important characteristics like patience, empathy, and … [Read more...] about How a Healthcare Career Teaches Patience and Empathy
5 Traits That Can Help You Thrive in a Home Care Job
Healthcare isn’t for everybody. While it is an incredibly rewarding career, there are certainly times that particular personality traits can help you shine in situations others may struggle in. For those that recognize the qualities listed below in themselves, a home care job will be an incredibly fulfilling career track. Check out the traits below to learn the top five personality traits that … [Read more...] about 5 Traits That Can Help You Thrive in a Home Care Job
Home Health Nursing Skills
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of registered nurses is expected to grow by 15 percent in the decade preceding 2026. That's more than twice the rate predicted for all occupations, and it's definitely a healthy leap in professional opportunities. With home health care's growing popularity with patients, doctors, and insurance companies, it's no surprise that many of … [Read more...] about Home Health Nursing Skills
Top 10 Reasons to Be a Home Health Nurse
As a nurse, you are a highly trained professional with valuable, in-demand skills. When selecting a career path, there are numerous directions open to you. Why should you consider entering the world of home health care? There are several compelling reasons to be a home health nurse. … [Read more...] about Top 10 Reasons to Be a Home Health Nurse
A Day in the Life of a Home Health Nurse
Describing a day in the life of a home health nurse can be a bit of a challenge because variety is the norm for these dedicated professionals. However, there is at least one constant for these highly skilled health care providers: Every day, their efforts make a difference. … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life of a Home Health Nurse
Tips for New Nurses
Whether you have chosen to work in the field of hospice or opted to embrace a career in home health care, being a nurse isn't easy, but it can be incredibly rewarding. Every day that you go to work, you will have a chance to be a positive force in the lives of your patients and their families as you provide vital support to people struggling to deal with trying times. Are you ready to get started? … [Read more...] about Tips for New Nurses
Benefits of Working in the Medical Field
Pursuing a career in healthcare is a challenging, yet rewarding course. There are many benefits of working in the medical field, which is why it is no surprise that employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 18 percent from 2016 to 2026. This is faster than the average for all other types of occupations (source). And at the end of the day, all medical professionals can rest easy … [Read more...] about Benefits of Working in the Medical Field
The Role of a Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Caring for infants, children, and their families during hard times is a meaningful, rewarding, and important responsibility. Often, those who pursue a career in pediatric nursing feel called to help this age group. The role of a pediatric home health nurse is a bit different from other pediatric jobs because rather than just helping babies and kids when they need hospitalization or routine … [Read more...] about The Role of a Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Catherine Erickson joins St Louis Office
New face in the St. Louis office! Please join me in welcoming Catherine Erickson! read full article from St Louis Bs Journal … [Read more...] about Catherine Erickson joins St Louis Office
Molly Bell Promoted in St Louis Office
Molly Bell from the St. Louis office was promoted to Human Resources Supervisor! Congratulations Molly! read full article from St Louis Bs Journal … [Read more...] about Molly Bell Promoted in St Louis Office
The Springfield Office is HIRING!
The Springfield Phoenix Home Care office is HIRING! Payroll Specialist - Financial Services Department This is an entry-level position-but requires much attention to detail and high levels of accuracy in order to ensure correct pay for our staff. The qualified candidate does NOT have to have prior payroll experience. We are willing to train the right candidate that would be the best fit … [Read more...] about The Springfield Office is HIRING!
Phoenix Home Care Attends Hiring Event
Phoenix Home Care of St. Louis attended the hiring event at the Doubletree Hotel in Maryland Heights today! … [Read more...] about Phoenix Home Care Attends Hiring Event
