What is Health Information Technology?
Think about the number of people who walk into a hospital, physician’s office, or healthcare clinic every single day. It’s a staggering figure. In fact, according to a survey conducted […]
8 Characteristics of a Successful Dental Assistant
If you are considering a career as a dental assistant, there may be many reasons for your decision. The healthcare industry offers some of the most secure, stable, and rewarding […]
Faculty Spotlight: Carol Wooten
Our next faculty spotlight is on Carol Wooten, Program Coordinator for the School of Health Sciences and Instructor for the Dental Assisting program at Northwestern College. This program is new […]
7 Things Your Dental Assistant Wants You to Know
Dental assisting is an incredibly important job that provides dentists with in-office and patient help. Dental assistants serve as the first point of contact for new and returning patients. They […]
Stay Calm. Your Dental Assistant is Here.
One of the main reasons that people avoid the dentist is fear. As a dental assistant, it will be your job to diminish patient fears and help them feel more […]
Responsibilities of Dental Assistants
Dental hygienists and dentists perform a wide variety of work that targets many different areas of a patient’s mouth or jaw. Indeed, many dental practices offer a wealth of services […]
Faculty Spotlight: Susan Dewar
In honor of Heart Health Month, February’s faculty spotlight is on Northwestern College Associate Professor of Nursing Susan Dewar, MSN, RN, MA, CNE. Susan has been working at Northwestern College […]
Top 10 interview questions for nurses
There is no doubt that a career in nursing is a rewarding one. Nurses have a vital role in the treatment and recovery of patients and they can make all […]
Responsibilities of nurses working with babies
Many nurses enter the field with a goal of working with babies. Some have a preference to work in the maternity unit (labor and delivery), in pediatrics or to specifically […]
Get to know more about careers in nursing
Nurses play an important part in keeping our health care system running smoothly. They are filled with passion, empathy, and compassion. And, on top of that, they are skilled professionals, […]
Different Roles of Bookkeepers
Bookkeepers play a vital role in many businesses. Keeping account of all the transactions is crucial especially when tax season comes, and these professionals also help with planning for the […]
The best entry-level jobs in accounting
If you are considering a career as an accountant, you are probably wondering what kind of jobs you can get once you graduate from college. Career options are vast when […]