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Understanding the rules and etiquette that applies to business attire can be the difference between success in a job interview or job placement and failure. Women’s business attire should be understated, good quality, body-appropriate and comfortable. Tight-fitting, translucent, bright and worn-looking clothes are not acceptable business attire and will translate badly in a business environment. […]

Understanding the rules and etiquette that applies to business attire can be the difference between success in a job interview or job placement and failure. Women’s business attire should be understated, good quality, body-appropriate and comfortable. Tight-fitting, translucent, bright and worn-looking clothes are not acceptable business attire and will translate badly in a business environment. […]

The Social Service Designee usually works in a Long Term Care environment. They work under a Social Worker. Social Service Designees are the voice of the resident when the resident has lost the capacity to speak for his or herself. An SSD should: Express a philosophy of person-centered, long-term care based on individual resident needs, […]

Interviewing for that job you really want can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. However, there are some tricks to keep your nerves from getting the best of you during an interview and make that first impression a memorable one. A job interview can result in the elusive job offer so it is crucial to head […]

“Excuse me,” I said to the lady sitting across from the nursing station.  “We’ve been saying hello for a while.  I’m Dr. Barbera, the psychologist.  You’re Ms. Patel, right?” “Yes, that’s right.”  She looked up at me from her wheelchair and smiled.  “Nice to meet you.” “You too.  Listen, I wanted to ask you a […]

See what Wikipedia says about the history of scrubs.  Interesting! “Scrubs are the shirts and trousers or gowns worn by nurses, surgeons, and other operating room personnel when “scrubbing in” for surgery. In the United Kingdom, they are sometimes known as Theatre Blues. They are designed to be simple with minimal places for dirt to […]

See what Wikipedia says about the history of scrubs.  Interesting! “Scrubs are the shirts and trousers or gowns worn by nurses, surgeons, and other operating room personnel when “scrubbing in” for surgery. In the United Kingdom, they are sometimes known as Theatre Blues. They are designed to be simple with minimal places for dirt to […]

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FillAnyPDF FillAnyPDF is a fairly simple web app which allows you to upload a PDF file, then easily write on it wherever you want. This allows you to easily fill out any form, even if they’re not in an editable PDF form. You can also share your blank form with others, so you can collect […]

A CNA restorative aide is a health-care professional who has earned certification as a certified nursing assistant and works with patients trying to return to regular, daily functioning after an illness or injury. Function CNA restorative aides work alongside registered nurses as well as occupational and physical therapists, setting up necessary supplies and cleaning equipment […]

From the National Long Term Care Ombudsmen Resource Center: May 3, 2011 We are pleased to announce Residents’ Rights Week has been expanded to Residents’ Rights Month. This gives us the entire month of October to call attention to the very important topic of residents’ rights. Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by […]

From the National Long Term Care Ombudsmen Resource Center: May 3, 2011 We are pleased to announce Residents’ Rights Week has been expanded to Residents’ Rights Month. This gives us the entire month of October to call attention to the very important topic of residents’ rights. Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by […]