Think back to what you were doing three and a half months ago. Did you have thoughts then about making a change in your career and becoming a phlebotomist? Have you still postponed taking the steps towards that change? Although … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Become a Phlebotomist Today?
In its July 9, 2018, edition, Vision Monday included Goodwin College’s director of Vision Care Technology, Maryann Santos, on its list of Women of Influence. Established in 1987 and with a current print readership of 20,000 influential retail buyers, Vision … Continue reading Maryann Santos Recognized Among “Women of Influence”
Am I Too Old to Go to Nursing School? Seeing your age as a hiring asset by Janice Watts Nursing Department Chair and Associate Professor Goodwin College For individuals looking to add a true sense of purpose and a … Continue reading Am I Too Old to Go to Nursing School?
Ambitious RNs take your pick! There are many options within the field of nursing, starting with the several different routes you can take with your education and towards a successful career. Today, the standard requirement for registered nurses is an … Continue reading What Does a BSN Do, and What Does a BSN Degree Do for Your Career?
In June, five Goodwin College Nursing 210 students (Michelle Bonaparte, Marina Fanciullo, Victoria Iacolino, and Sharon Kyc, Kim Salerno) joined instructor Robin Cournoyer in a pilot pediatric clinical experience at Easterseals Camp Hemlocks, a program of Oak Hill, a private … Continue reading Nursing Students Gain Experience at Camp Hemlocks
If you have a passion for health, and want to share your interest with others, you may be interested in a career as a health educator. There is a growing need for professionals in this role, as the Bureau of … Continue reading How to Become a Health Educator in Connecticut
Respiratory Therapists are essential members of the healthcare field, needed in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physician’s offices, and clinical practices across the nation. If you are looking to become a Respiratory Therapist (RT), know that you are choosing one of … Continue reading Respiratory Therapist Education Requirements in Connecticut
Deciding to pursue a Master’s in Nursing (MSN) is a big decision and there are many great programs out there today. While many MSN nursing school programs have similar focuses around the overall quality of patient care, each program is … Continue reading How to Choose the Right MSN Nursing School
How do you decide when you’re ready to take the plunge? Prioritizing the varying elements of your life so that you can devote your time, money, and concentration to a master’s program, like a leadership graduate degree, is a challenging … Continue reading 5 Signs You Should Pursue a Graduate Degree in Leadership
Nurses have a tough job, but most nurses agree that it’s the most worth-it choice they’ve made. While it is arguably one of the most strenuous positions a person in healthcare can have, nursing comes with unending job security, great … Continue reading How to Earn Your Bachelor of Nursing Online
Millions around the world are alive today thanks to public health campaigns – clean air and water standards, family planning, road safety laws, vaccinations, family planning, and tobacco regulations are just some of the many. In fact, in the United … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Pursue a Public Health Major
The success of a business, organization, or institution doesn’t happen as a result of luck. Success is attributed to hard work and effective leadership in an organization. Good leadership is important in all lines of work, in a variety of … Continue reading Nursing Leadership and Management, Defined
Phlebotomy is a vital, invaluable player in the vast medical field. At its core are trained phlebotomists – trained technicians who are responsible for collecting blood specimens for donations, infusions, testing, and research. According to the Department of Labor, phlebotomists … Continue reading How to Become a Phlebotomist in Connecticut
In today’s world of millennials and hipster “geek chic” – eyewear is important as ever. Do you have an eye for great eyewear? If you do, a career as an Optician may be the right choice for you! Opticians help … Continue reading Looking Ahead: The Optician Job Description
There’s no doubt about it: graduate school helps take your career to the next level. As a nurse, earning a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) will help you go from a registered nurse to an entire array of advanced … Continue reading The MSN Job Description: What Does an MSN Nurse Do After Graduate School?
Are you interested in a career focused on helping others? Do you dream of working in the health and wellness field? It’s an incredibly rewarding industry, with plenty of opportunity for growth. You see, over the years, the world has … Continue reading Next-Level Community Health Worker Training at Goodwin College
The modern medical field relies heavily on laboratory testing – and even that’s an understatement. Without laboratory tests (like blood samples), it would be extremely difficult to diagnose illness and coordinate patient care. It is no wonder, then, why phlebotomists … Continue reading Earning Your Phlebotomy Certification in Connecticut
A career in nursing is both rewarding and challenging. It is arguably one of the most strenuous positions a person in the health care field can have, and, as a result, takes a person with compassion, patience, and extreme determination … Continue reading What is a BSN, and What is a BSN Nurse?
