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How to Improve Workplace Culture in Healthcare

The workplace culture in healthcare can profoundly impact the well-being of employees and clients. When healthcare organizations prioritize a positive workplace culture, they create a safe and supportive environment that leads to improved employee and client satisfaction, and, ultimately, better health outcomes, such as reduced complications, improved quality of life,

Happy Home Care & Hospice Month

It’s November, which means it’s time to celebrate Home Care & Hospice Month. It’s a great time to thank all the gifted people who work in home health care and acknowledge the many ways they improve our lives. We can’t think of a better time to celebrate the hard work

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National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Home Safety Checklist Tips for Caregivers

Alzheimer’s statistics are currently at an all-time high. More than 6 million Americans now have Alzheimer’s disease, and this number might rise to almost 13 million by 2050. November was officially declared National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. In this year’s proclamation, President Biden stated that: “The Department of Health and Human

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What Is a Private Duty Nurse or Caregiver?

The COVID-19 pandemic transformed the way we view our lifestyles, goals, and careers. One survey showed over half of employees now want a career that allows them to contribute even more to society and their communities. If this is you, you’re not alone. Does the thought of helping people who

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What is the Role of Home Health CNAs?

Thinking of starting or expanding your CNA career in home health? Home health CNAs are an integral part of the healthcare industry. CNAs are responsible for assisting with a range of home care services, including companion care and private duty nursing care. A CNA works under a registered nurse and

Caregiver Tips for Effective Communication and Time Management

Being a caregiver or home health nurse can be one of the most rewarding yet demanding careers. You may feel as though there is not enough time in the day and you are constantly juggling multiple tasks both personal and professional. How do you balance it all? Effective time management

Happy Nurses Week: Freebies & Discounts for Nurses

Home Health Companions is still celebrating National Nurses Week to recognize and appreciate the efforts that nurses put into helping patients and their communities. We and so many others understand that you have worked tirelessly to help others and as a way to say thank you, don’t miss out on

Home Health Companions Wishes You a Happy Nurses Week

Today commences National Nurses Week, where we honor the care, compassion and dedication nurses provide to their patients and families every day. Take a moment this week to recognize a nurse that has made an impact in your life. Home Health Companions wants to thank our very own home health

Take Your Health Care Career to the Next Level for Free

Out of the mist of the world wide web came Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), which are designed to bring knowledge to the masses. Here, we explore some of your options as a CNA, Nurse, or other health care professional.

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6 Reasons to Be A Home Healthcare Provider

Why do you work? You might think this is a trick question, but dive below your first answer and give this a moment of thought. In this post, we’ll point to the top 6 reasons that working to bring healthcare to people where they live (aka, home health care) is a truly incredible use of your time that will bring you much more than a paycheck.

Nurses, Caregivers and CNAs: Boost Your Confidence for Your Interview

New health care professionals, you’ve accomplished something significant by completing your education and training. Now, it’s time to apply for positions and prepare for the interviews! Read these tips for online job applications, how to prepare for your job interview, and how to follow up once you meet with a prospective employer. And don’t forget—Home Health Companions is hiring, too!

How to Love Your Work as a CNA

Here, we help you assess a few of the qualities that make for a good fit as a CNA and even highlight a few examples of how to maximize personality traits for your best work experience!