Plymouth Meeting, PA, August 17, 2022 – GHR Healthcare (GHR), a leading Healthcare Staffing provider servicing travel and local nursing, allied health, education, and behavioral health services, is ranked among the largest staffing firms list of 2022, released by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).  

It happens. You accept and begin a nursing job that wasn’t exactly as expected. Maybe you’re not a huge fan of the facility, their systems, the pay or the people you work with or under. A number of reasons can affect your happiness at a job. Even several small aspects can add up and are enough to make you unhappy.

There are few careers as meaningful or important to society than being a nurse. It is a rewarding, gratifying job that allows you to make a difference in patient’s lives.

In 2020, nurses with more narrow specializations will see an increase in their services, outpatient focused care and telehealth will expand, and new roles such as the nurse navigator will grow. Learn more about these 2020 trends in the nation’s largest healthcare profession.

While it may be hard to believe 2020 has come to an end, it’s time to start putting together our list of New Year's resolutions. The new year is the perfect time to not only reflect on all your personal and professional accomplishments but to set new intentions for the future. As nurses, these goals or resolutions may include professional development, volunteering, networking, etc. As the backbone of the healthcare industry, it's critical for nurses to take time and reflect on how they can improve treatment for their patients and the overall quality of care provided by their facilities.

A fulfilling career is a goal for all of us. Of course, financial stability is a priority, but the job must also be rewarding. Nursing is one career that offers both financial security and fulfillment.

Acute care registered nurses (RNs) are highly skilled and in high demand. These nurses typically only work with a patient for a short time performing duties like post-surgical treatment and chronic illness management. The nature of the role requires nurses to learn new things, solve conflicts and stay current on all new developments in health care. The vital skills of an acute care RN include empathy, interpersonal communication, decision-making and critical thinking.

The first day at a new nursing job can be overwhelming. Anxiety, insecurity, inadequacy and feelings of instability are common among new nurses trying to make the leap from theory to real life. It can be a challenge to take all of your new knowledge and apply it to your new role as a nurse.

As a nurse, you are continually in communication with patients, their families and co-workers. Solid communication skills are essential for a successful nursing career. Communication directly impacts all people you interact with, such as:

The holidays are quickly approaching, bringing with them one of the busiest times of the year for emergency rooms. Working as an ER nurse during the holidays can be difficult, but with the right tools and mindset, you can get through the next few weeks just like any other time of the year. Below are a few great pieces of advice to help nurses stay sane in the ER over the holidays.