Medical administrative assistants use a variety of organizational skills, industry-relevant knowledge and technology to efficiently manage the front office of a healthcare service provider. They are often employed by medical facilities, physicians’ practices, hospitals and nursing homes. While medical administrative assistant duties vary by employer, professionals in this field typically perform a variety of tasks to support the medical team with administrative functions and care of patients. They
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What is a Physician Assistant? A Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed, nationally board-certified healthcare provider dedicated to patient care through team practice with and under the supervision of a licensed physician. Working as members of the health care teams, they take medical histories, examine and treat patients, order and interpret laboratory tests and x-rays, and make diagnoses. They may also treat minor injuries, by suturing, splinting, and casting, and they may perform or assist in
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interested in pursuing my Practical Nursing Certificate that is being offered at J. F. Drake State Technical College. Here is a little information about myself. I am a very motivated individual that works hard when it comes to studying and overall obtaining my education. I am currently working in the healthcare field as a Certified Nursing Assistant, which I think is a great advantage that will take me a long way and allow me to successfully complete the Practical Nursing Program as well as obtain my certificate
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According to Barton (2010) Long-term Care “emphasized continuous care over a period of at least 90 days for a range of acute and chronic conditions. Regardless of the length of time (i.e., from weeks to years), LTC is an array of services provided in a range of settings to people who have lost some capacity for independence because of an injury, a chronic illness, or a condition” (pg. 349). This is the description of someone who may have been in a debilitating car accident, an elderly person with
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Development of Nursing Professionals The nursing profession plays a vital role in the nation’s health care workforce. Currently there are 3 million members thus it is imperative that nursing be ready to respond to the rapid evolving health care system. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) worked over 2 years to produce a report that would be available to make recommendations and serve as an action-oriented blue print to the nursing professionals. This paper will discuss the impact on nursing due to the recommendations
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According to the National Endowment for the Humanities, the award that annually recognizes several individuals, groups, or institutions for work that has "deepened the nation's understanding of the humanities. My Aunt Lexi is deserving of the Humanitarian Award because she helps place dogs into good homes, works with elderly people, and is a caring person who gives and never receives. My Aunt Lexi travels across the country. "Following her dream". Aunt Lexi volunteers at dog shelters, ever since
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a half a million new medical assistants jobs are created every year. Medical assistants often have the most contact with patients and therefore, play a critical role in the healthcare field. Being a medical assistant is a popular job because there is excellent job stability with ample room for advancement. In fact, many medical assistants move on to become a Certified Medical Assistant (MAC), Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Medical Assistant Responsibilities Medical assistance
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Preparation Nursing education is very important because of the skill needed to practice .All nurses’ use critical thinking and best judgment at all times in their area of practice. There is a belief that Associate degree in nursing educational level is lower than the Baccalaureate degree in nursing and their scope of practice. Associate Degree in Nursing is a two to three years program and Baccalaureates Degree is a four year program. After receiving the Associate Degree in nursing successful candidates
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located in Wichita, Kansas and was founded in 2001 by an industry pioneer named Tim Buchanan. The Legend Senior Living Center operates and owns 20 residences that represents over 1,000 units of Independent living, Assisted living, Memory care, and Nursing Residences that are located in Kansas, Florida, and Oklahoma. Legend Senior Living Facility is committed to providing the highest standards of
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During my senior year in high school I enrolled into vocational training to become a certified nursing assistant. I worked for a few months as a C.N.A after school and I fell in love with the world of nursing. I enjoyed the feeling of helping others but what captivated me the most was how the body functioned. In order to fund a career in the nursing field, I decided to enlist in the U.S. Army. A few of weeks after graduating high school I went to basic training and
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