Healthcare Traveler back issues from April 2007:
Plastic or glass?
Apr 01, 2007; ... Since the late 1990s, a somewhat silent debate has raged between scientists, environmentalists, and the American plastics industry-with no regulations from the U.S. government expected any time soon. Concerns stem from the controversial chemical, bisphenol A (BPA) often found in polycarbonate ...
President's proposed budget cuts may deepen nursing shortage
Apr 01, 2007; ... In his fiscal year 2008 budget proposal, President Bush calls for a $44 million decrease in funding for Nursing Workforce Development Programs. According to the Emergency Nurses Association, the proposed budget "fails to adequately address the growing shortage of nurses and nursing educators, ...
Gear & Gadgets
Apr 01, 2007; ... CLEVER TOOLS THAT SIMPLIFY THE TRAVEL LIFESTYLE * DOOR STOP ALARM A shrill, pulsating siren sounds off when anyone opens the door. Simply place this battery-operated device at the base of any door and rest assured. The safety alarm is available for $12.85 on ...
Legislative Corner
Apr 01, 2007; ... Licensure legislation passes in Indiana House On February 23, the Indiana House of Representatives passed licensure legislation (N.B. 1821) for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. On behalf of the Indiana Occupational Therapy Association, Representative Shelia J ....
Did You Know...
Apr 01, 2007; ... 5 intriguing new places in 2007 * Grand Canyon Skywalk. The glass observation deck towers 4,000 feet above the Colorado River. * Las Vegas Springs Prserv. Nature trails, gardens, and more offer a reprieve from the glitz of The Strip. * Manhattan's New Museum of ...
Traveling by air
Apr 01, 2007; ... To fly or not to fly? That is the question. When you want to take a pet with you to your next assignment, there is much to consider. Advanced planning is necessary for success. Take this scenario. Two years ago, I was planning to fly from Maryland to Montana and take Bug with me in the ...
Ask Kim
Apr 01, 2007; ... I rescued a male Pomeranian, approximately 4 years old. When he was found, he and another dog were chained outside. They had wrapped themselves around each other and could not move. When I call him to go outside, he runs from me and sometimes tries to hide in his bed. I pick him up and carry him ...
What to ask when negotiating your salary and benefits package
Apr 01, 2007; ... Negotiating the right contract is an important part of securing an assignment that fits your needs. When discussing your benefits package with your recruiter, it is important to examine your priorities. Maybe you would be happiest with a package that provides the most complete health coverage ...
Drawing the line
Apr 01, 2007; ... Shortly after I finished school, I worked for a small company in Memphis, Tennessee, that helped local hospitals find temporary operating room (OR) staff. At the time, I wasn't aware that I could do the same thing on a national level. But once I found out, I signed on with On Assignment Allied ...
Working with international nurses
Apr 01, 2007; ... The workforce, like the economy, is going global. Clearly, managers of the future will need to be familiar with a variety of cultures and backgrounds to find the best employees. But for nurse managers, the future is now. In 2004, international nurses represented less than 5% of the total ...
Men at Work: MALE NURSES HIT THE ROAD
Apr 01, 2007; ... They may not fit the traditional nursing stereotype, but male nurses have been fixtures in healthcare for decades, caring for patients alongside their female counterparts as both permanent staff members and mobile professionals. With gender bias seemingly a thing of the past, more and more men ...
The Traveling Tour Guide
Apr 01, 2007; ... In The Valley of the Sun and Beyond In 2006, I entered my third year of Healthcare travel as an LPN. My contracts had taken me from the old world charm of the Northeast, to the warm breezes of the Gulf Shores, and then, to the vibrant "Valley of the Sun." The region, more commonly known ...
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
Apr 01, 2007; ... Perfect your skills before you assist with a bone marrow exam. Examining a patient's bone marrow is the best way to diagnose and manage diseases such as aplastic anemias, leukemias, and lymphoproliferative disorders. It also helps to detect exposure to certain chemo drugs and bone marrow ...
Elevated levels of vitamin D may prevent multiple sclerosis
Apr 01, 2007; ... A recent study suggests that high serum amounts of vitamin D reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) among white subjects, an association that was not seen in African-American and Hispanic patients. Researchers studied blood samples of 257 people from the U.S. military and matched ...
Clinical Tips
Apr 01, 2007; ... CLINICAL PEARLS FROM THE EXPERTS Is a pain pill OK before a child gets vaccinated? Yes, it's OK for moms to give their children acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin) before an immunization. These drugs won't completely mask the signs of a serious immunization reaction, ...
Cityscape
Apr 01, 2007; ... AN UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL LOOK Tucson, Arizona An ever-growing metropolis of 900,000, Tucson embraces a diversity of people, cultures, and architecture. Its climate and reputation as the premier healthcare service provider for the Southwest make it a great locale for healthcare ...
When In...
Apr 01, 2007; ... THINGS TO SEE AND DO Salem, Oregon Explore Historic Deepwood Estate. Built in 1894, the prominent living museum features ornate Queen Anne architecture, stained glass windows, oak woodwork, and 6 acres of formal English gardens. Guided tours are available. Board the ...
Just what she needs
Apr 01, 2007; ... Barbara McGiffin, MA, BA, RN, CEN, a traveler with Boca Raton, Florida-based Cross Country TravCorps, first hit the road as a mobile provider in 2003. Specializing in emergency care and PACU, she has accepted assignments at facilities in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. Presently, ...
Big Deals
Apr 01, 2007; ... LAST-MINUTE BARGAINS FOR MOBILE PROFESSIONALS Cheap flights British Airways Under the carrier's Visa Companion Ticket Offer, any passenger who uses a British Airways Visa credit card to purchase a round-trip, full-fare ticket from the U.S. to any British Airways ...
Tax Facts
Apr 01, 2007; ... ISSUES AND ANSWERS FOR TRAVELERS Is my housing considered a "convenience to the employer?" Company-provided housing is generally a tax-free benefit for travelers who, during a temporary assignvapr ment, are burdened with the expense of concurrently maintaining a primary home and ...
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Apr 01, 2007; ... Originally established in 1889 as a Deaconess school of nursing, Chamberlain College of Nursing is built on a solid and historical educational foundation of preparing compassionate, knowledgeable, and clinically proficient graduates. Today, Chamberlain prides itself on providing a quality ...
Respiratory Therapists
Apr 01, 2007; ... AARC delivers legislative agenda to Congress On March 6, over 115 members of the American Association of Respiratory Care's (AARCs) Political Advocacy Contact Team (PACT) marched on Capitol Hill to educate representatives on the association's 2007 legislative agenda. PACT members visited ...
Physical Therapists
Apr 01, 2007; ... AHA supports physical therapy for pain relief in high-risk patients In the February issue of Circulation, the American Heart Association (AHA) published a scientific statement titled "Use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. An update for clinicians," which supports physical therapy ...
You can do it
Apr 01, 2007; ... "Where there's a will, there's a way." That's the message Jennifer Margeson-an RN specializing in NICU and labor and delivery-wants to send to anyone who is thinking they cannot become a traveler. When I was young, I was shy and conservative," recalls Jennifer, a traveler with San Diego, ...