Non-profit long-term care facilities across Ontario are blowing the whistle on the exorbitant fees charged by temporary healthcare staffing agencies. This "perfect storm" has hit because of the lack of available workers and the influx of people needing care.
Relocating for a job can be a daunting prospect for many people. It involves leaving behind familiar surroundings and often moving to a new city or even a new country. However, it can also be a smart career move that opens up new opportunities and leads to personal and professional growth. In this blog, we will explore the advantages of relocating for a job and why it may be the right choice for you.
Burnt-out nurses in Nova Scotia are signing up with travel nurse agencies to work elsewhere in Canada for more pay and more flexibility. This major flux in nurses switching to the travel nurse lifestyle is due to persistent concerns about working conditions with the Nova Scotia healthcare system.
This week, on the Caring Support Podcast, we got to sit down and talk with PSW (Personal Support Worker), Fola Tajudeen, and HCA (Health Care Assistant), Kayleigh Doan-Adams. While the titles to their jobs differ, they both work roles that are integral parts of the healthcare system. Come along with us to learn more about being a PSW and HCA on the healthcare frontlines.
We all understand that helping those in need is the primary objective of both social work and counselling careers. Even if we both admire them for their work, they nonetheless have distinctions that you could find interesting.
Volunteering is a great way to gain experience, knowledge and experience while you go to school as well as a great way to give back to your community. This experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can even help you decide what healthcare career path you would like to take. Read all about volunteering as a healthcare worker in our latest blog.
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