We hope our loved ones never receive a cancer diagnosis. But if they do, it’s comforting to know that they are receiving treatment from a truly caring team of medical professionals. When caring for breast cancer patients, medical assistants can play an important role in that team. Medical assistants work in a variety of healthcare
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PN Job Duties in a Hospice Setting
Practical nurses (PNs) can work in all kinds of medical settings. One career option for PNs is working in hospice care. While end-of-life care can be an emotional and challenging time, especially for a patient’s family, PNs may find that providing comfort to patients and their loved ones is rewarding work. Here, we provide more
Why Home Care Is A Great Field For PNs
Senior citizens, persons with mobility issues, and other adults and children with functional independence problems can benefit from home care services. As a practical nurse (PN), working in home care is a challenging, rewarding career that comes with plenty of benefits. Home care Is A Thriving Industry There are more than 1.4 million seniors and
4 Unique Places To Do Your Medical Assistant Externship
As a medical assistant student, you’ve learned an array of important skills that will serve you well as you enter the health care field. As you complete your classroom training, it’s time to think about your medical assistant externship placement. The best externship opportunities are those that immerse you in real-world experiences similar to what
What Employers Look for in Medical Assistants
Medical assistants have bright futures in healthcare, with skills that are in high demand. Working directly with patients is one important aspect of the job and might be the reason most people pursue this rewarding career. However, employers are looking for competence in a variety of skill sets, as well as training in a qualified
Graduate Interview: Zierrah Kelson
If you’re considering a career in nursing, choosing the right program can have a big impact on your overall experience. At Prism Career Institute, we’re dedicated to providing our students with the tools they need for a successful nursing career. Former student, Zierrah Kelson, details her own experience in our program. Zierrah Kelson’s Journey with
5 Work-from-Home Jobs for PNs
When you think about pursuing a career in nursing, do you imagine yourself in a hospital? Maybe a doctor’s office or specialized clinic? The healthcare industry is always adopting new technologies and methodologies, and so it’s no surprise that digital health services have become so widespread. Healthcare provider organizations, insurance companies, long-term care companies, and
8 Unique Job Opportunities for Medical Assistants
The healthcare industry offers multiple career paths for trained medical assistants, including some that may be a surprise. Settings, where medical assistants work, include hospitals, doctor offices, outpatient clinics, and more. They work one-on-one with patients, assist physicians, and participate as key members of the medical team. Here, we’ll explore how students enrolled in the
4 Tips for Working with the Elderly as a Medical Assistant
Medical assistants are essential to the healthcare field, as they perform a wide range of clinical and administrative duties for patients of all ages. However, working with the elderly or those in the aging population can sometimes present common medical assistant challenges, from dealing with difficult patients to grieving a loss. Here, Prism Career Institute,
Career Success Story: Nursing Program
When Monique Lepkowski started thinking about a career change, she was attracted to the nursing field. As a graduate of the Practical Nursing program at Prism Career Institute, she now has a rewarding job that she loves. Even though her class experienced some challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the support from faculty members and