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Navigating the World of Long-Term Care: A Guide for Nurses

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In the vast and varied landscape of healthcare careers, long-term care is sometimes overlooked. What is Long-term Care? Long-term care (LTC) refers to a range of services to meet a person’s health or personal care needs for an extended period.

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What To Know Before Hiring In-Home Nursing Services

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CNAs provide basic care to patients, such as assistance with bathing, dressing, and daily activities. They may also take vital signs and ensure the patient’s environment is safe and comfortable.

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Nursing Informatics: Vital to the Profession

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For example, if a returning patient has their vital signs taken and an abnormality is detected, such as a low heart rate, healthcare staff members can compare this piece of data to the information compiled in their record. A career in nursing informatics usually doesn’t involve direct patient care. 1 contact hour).

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How To Become a Registered Nurse

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A registered nurse is, “An individual who has graduated from a state-approved school of nursing, passed the NCLEX-RN examination, and is licensed by a state board of nursing to provide patient care,” according to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). Long-term care facilities.