In Healthcare Today

Have you ever felt uncertain about what Business Casual means? Companies usually hold clear policies for how they want employees to dress. You can often find these policies in a supplied employee handbook. However, if you’re starting a job soon and you’re not sure of the rules, here are some general tips for what not to wear to work.

A medical records analyst plays an important role in the interpretation of medical record data. The job is essential because the information pulled from these records helps institutions provide quality patient care.

Are you thinking of becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? If the job outlook factors into your decision to seek work as a CNA, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that employment of nursing assistants will increase 4% between 2022 and 2032, which is as fast as the average for all occupations.1 If […]

A health information technician helps healthcare facilities and organizations manage, organize, store, and protect patients’ private health information. If this sounds like an appealing job to you, one option is to take it a step further and become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) by earning your registered health information technician certification. Table of Contents […]

Whether you’re considering starting UMA’s Health and Human Services (HHS) program, or you’re halfway through and ready to prepare for your job search, this blog will provide helpful information about the career path and the steps to career readiness. […]

Have you ever been in a class and thought, “This course is too hard”? It’s a discouraging thought, and it might lead you down a rabbit hole of self-doubt. Instead of giving up, take a second to evaluate why you might feel like that—and how you can overcome the issue and find success in your education.

The consequences of Plagiarism are severe. Plagiarism has led to suspensions and even expulsions. Students may have an idea in their head about what counts as plagiarism, but there are many types of plagiarism.

Learn the Potential Benefits of Working in Allied Health Allied health includes healthcare roles outside of medicine and nursing. Approximately 60% of healthcare workers fall under the allied care umbrella, using science and other proven practices to help treat patients, aid in disease prevention and recovery, and perform the non-clinical administrative functions that keep the […]

An October 2022 survey found that 70% of Americans prefer to attend a job interview in person. Yet, 93% of companies that moved to virtual interviews as a result of the pandemic report that they intend to continue this practice long term.2 Healthcare companies are among those actively holding virtual interviewing sessions, including those with […]

Sitting down to talk with a hiring manager or hospital director to discuss a career in nursing might be nerve racking, but with the right strategy and mindset, you can ease your concerns over the process.

If you just finished a job interview for a healthcare role — or landed an interview — congratulations! Neither of those milestones is easy to reach. Both take hard work, but you’re not done yet. Whether you nailed the interview or are prepping ahead of time, remember that hiring managers may be paying very close […]

Job interviews can be stressful. Preparing in advance can help you feel more confident upon meeting a prospective employer. This involves learning a few of the things you should and shouldn’t do when it comes to healthcare job interviews. Healthcare Job Interview Dos Fortunately, there are several things you can do to help you shine […]

We all face challenges in life. Money is tight. A family member becomes ill. A long-term relationship ends. A school course feels extra difficult. […]

There’s one time of year many of us dread: tax time. When filing your tax returns, you may want to take advantage of all the credits and deductions available to you, enabling you to pay less or maybe even get a refund. […]

If you feel discouraged because you’ve received a few bad grades, there’s something you need to know: you might be following in the footsteps of greatness. No, seriously. Read on to learn about a few geniuses who struggled with school and still enjoyed success in their lives. Our goal is to encourage you and remind […]

Discovering your calling is different for everyone. For some, what you want to do has always been crystal clear.  For others, discovering your calling can take years and be more challenging. Still, many believe that the best way to live a meaningful life is to find your passion and embrace it. So how do you […]

What does it mean to be adaptable? It means having the ability shift to changes in your environment. […]

As a student, it can be difficult to maintain social relationships and more specifically, friendships. As our priorities shift, we find ourselves cutting activities that do not fit perfectly with our schedules. Peer interaction may often be the first thing to go. Whether it’s a scheduled video call with a group of friends or a […]

December ushers in the holiday season and end-of-year celebrations, plus all of the emotions that come along for the ride. It’s an exciting, festive time for sure, but it can also be a rollercoaster for your emotional well-being. Here are some coping strategies to help you smooth out any bumps in the road. Holiday Stress […]

Do you ever feel rushed or anxious, like you don’t have enough time in the day? Learning effective time management could help with these feelings and give you a more productive life. You’ve probably heard about time management before, but what is it, exactly? The basic definition of time management is effectively dividing your time […]