HCP of the Month June 2023 – Liana

VitaWerks is proud to boast a deep, diverse pool of HCP talent across various levels. From CNAs to RNs, our marketplace is filled with the most skilled healthcare providers in the entire nation. These remarkable people have so many inspiring tales waiting to be told. Every month, we spend some time to showcase a remarkable […]

6 Tips for New Nurse Aides

Certified Nursing Assistants are irreplaceable in any healthcare facility. They are entrusted with direct patient care, under the watchful eye of a supervising nurse. From bathing and dressing patients, to carrying them around, to providing emotional support, CNAs carry out basic yet essential healthcare duties.  Though it is seen as an “entry level position,” the […]

Making Nursing a Second Career

Nursing is a fast-growing profession. Widespread shortages and turnover have led to steadily increasing demand. An “average” annual employment growth rate of 6% is accompanied by a projected 203,000 new RN openings per year. No doubt, nurses will be highly sought after and well compensated for years to come. The field has gained so much popularity that […]

The West Nile Virus in California: Everything You Need to Know 

West Nile Virus has been a California public health threat for many years now. Its bird and mosquito carriers spread across the Golden State, bringing the virus with them. Right now, it is the biggest mosquito-carried virus in the entire state by a significant margin. It is so serious that infected individuals are highly encouraged […]

How Healthcare Facilities Can Stop Workplace Bullying

Workplace bullying has become a serious problem in healthcare. HCPs across the country are subject to abuse by their peers. These experiences inflict lasting psychological and physical damage, reduce job satisfaction across the board and can even drive away promising healthcare talents, before they have a chance to reach their full potential. If hospitals want […]

Training Links for California HCPs – HIPPA, ABUSE, DEMENTIA, LGBTQ+ BLS /CPR

The healthcare landscape only grows more competitive. When you apply for a role, you are competing with hundreds (if not thousands) of other candidates with similar qualifications. As much as possible, the modern HCP has to do everything in their power to stand out. One of the best ways to accomplish this is with additional […]

How to Become a CNA In Your State

Certified nursing assistant roles are seen as the perfect “entry-level” position. Compared to other HCP roles, the cost of education and the length of training is nowhere near as dramatic. Many aspiring Registered Nurses have become CNAs to build work experience and earn money while they further their education. The exact process of becoming a […]

The Best Scrubs for HCPs in 2023

You may not put much thought into it, but you will be wearing your scrubs throughout your entire 8 to 12-hour shift. You want to make sure you find a set that makes you feel comfortable, all throughout. At the same time, there is a level of professionalism that HCPs are expected to maintain. How […]

How AI Is Transforming Nurse Education

In recent times, Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs have stepped into prominence. In every industry, everyone is speculating about the efficacy, ethics, and practicality of integrating AI into their business processes. In this regard, healthcare is no exception. Experts have already begun to explore AI’s applications in nurse education. Although we have not seen widespread adoption […]

HCP of the Month May 2023 – Parvin

At VitaWerks, words cannot express how grateful we are for the healthcare professionals who have joined our platform. VitaWerks is what it is now because of your continual quality and dedication to your profession. That is why, once a month, we celebrate an exemplary staff who has accepted assignments at our various partnered facilities. In […]