The transition to a new electronic medical records (EMR) system can be downright frustrating for healthcare staff who have built fluency using another platform. While growing pains are inevitable when switching EMR solutions, the acclimation period doesn’t have to drag on indefinitely.
Billing and coding are often conflated in healthcare administration, but in reality they require very different expertise to perform successfully. In this detailed excerpt, we outline the precise responsibilities and workflow divergences between medical coders versus medical billers that facility leaders need to recognize. Proper revenue cycle management relies on expertise in both disciplines, along with an understanding of how they complement within an overall system.
Starting a new healthcare job comes with excitement but also many challenges as you onboard into complex systems. See 10 helpful tips for healthcare professionals who are starting a new job, and are seeking assistance in successfully transitioning into and onboarding at their new healthcare organization
Over the last few years, travel nursing has surged in popularity, prompted by overwhelming hospital nurse staffing shortages. For nurses, travel roles promise generous pay, flexible locations, and adventure. For healthcare employers, travel nurses help fill pressing workforce gaps. But even as demand booms, many still wonder – how does the travel nurse industry actually work?
If you’re a certified nursing assistant (CNA) looking to take your healthcare career to the next level, becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN) is a natural progression. This transition allows you to expand your scope of practice, take on more responsibilities, and often comes with increased earning potential. In this guide, we’ll outline the steps and considerations to help you successfully transition from a CNA to an LPN.
Are you preparing to take the ASWB practice exam? As a healthcare professional, it’s important to be well-prepared for this crucial step in your career. To help you succeed, we’ve compiled a list of 8 tips to help you ace your ASWB practice exam. Read along as we explore the exam and the preparation tips.