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The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has launched a new program called the "CTE Classroom Readiness Pilot" to help career technical education (CTE) instructors succeed in the classroom. The program is designed to train and support CTE teachers new to the profession or transitioning into a new subject area. The program aims to improve teacher retention rates and increase student achievement in CTE fields. The CTE Classroom Readiness Pilot program will be offered to selected CTE teachers across the state, focusing on teachers new to the profession or transitioning into a new subject area. The program will provide teachers with targeted training and support ...
Virginia is facing a severe shortage of teachers, particularly in career technical education (CTE). In response, the Virginia Department of Education has taken steps to lower the barriers to teacher licensure, making it easier for aspiring CTE teachers to enter the profession. This move is expected to have benefits and drawbacks for the state's education system. One of the main benefits of lowering the barriers to licensure is that it will make it easier for schools to fill open positions with qualified teachers. With fewer obstacles to becoming a licensed CTE teacher, more individuals may be willing to pursue careers in education. This could help alleviate ...
As career technical education (CTE) teachers, we are all aware of the challenges we face in our profession. One of our most significant challenges is the shortage of qualified teachers in our field. Virginia is currently grappling with this issue, and the solution they have come up with is to rely more heavily on provisional licenses to fill teacher shortages in public schools. While provisional licenses may be a quick fix to the problem, they also raise concerns about the quality of education our students receive. As CTE teachers, we are responsible for ensuring that our students receive a quality education, and we need to be part of the conversation about ...
The Council for Economic Education (CEE) is hosting a webinar titled "STEM in Healthcare" to highlight the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in the healthcare industry. This webinar allows educators, students, and industry professionals to come together and explore the intersection of STEM and healthcare. The webinar will feature several speakers from the healthcare industry, including medical professionals, researchers, and educators. They will share their experiences and insights on how STEM education is vital to the success of the healthcare industry. Participants can engage with the speakers and ask questions during ...
Where the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS, denied a hospital’s request for Medicare reimbursement because it failed to submit information in a form that could be audited, that decision was affirmed. Relevant HHS regulations require the data to be “capable of verification by qualified auditors” and “capable of being audited.” Background The Medicare program provides federally funded health insurance for the elderly and people with disabilities. Under the program, healthcare providers enter written agreements with the HHS Secretary to supply services to Medicare beneficiaries. Lancaster Hospital Corporation operates an inpatient rehabilitation ...
Type of action: Medical malpractice Injuries alleged: Hearing loss and balance impairment Date resolved: 9/20/2022 Verdict or settlement: Settlement Amount: $600,000 Attorneys for plaintiff (and city): Carlton Bennett, Virginia Beach; Brewster Rawls, Richmond Description of case: In early 2019, the patient presented to an ENT physician with a complaint of progressively worsening allergic rhinitis. She had a four-week history of left-sided hearing loss with extreme ear pressure. Multiple allergy medications had failed to provide relief. A subsequent CT showed left otitis media with a retracted eardrum and complete opacification ...
1. Immediately Remove from Physical Activities When in doubt, sit them out! If red flags are not present, but an injury is suspected, remove the child from any further contact activities or rough play until the child can be assessed by a healthcare professional (HCP). According to Virginia law, a child cannot return to contact or sports activity until cleared by an appropriately licensed HCP. Concussions are serious and can result in more persistent difficulties if not correctly cared for. 2. Report the Incident School and community sports activities staff, parents, and the child’s HCP should be notified of a suspected injury, with the parents serving ...
The red flags listed below may indicate that something more serious than a concussion may be occurring. The child should be evaluated by a medical professional immediately. Red flags in children and adolescents include: One pupil is larger than the other. Drowsiness or the inability to wake up. A headache that gets worse and does not go away. Slurred speech, weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination. Repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions, or seizures (shaking or twitching). Unusual behavior increased confusion, restlessness, or agitation. Loss of consciousness (passed out/knocked out). Even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken ...
Signs and symptoms vary significantly from person to person and are typically temporary, but they may have a significant impact on learning during recovery. A concussion is a severe injury and must be promptly recognized and treated adequately with individualized care. Without quick recognition, more severe consequences can occur. Early recognition of a concussion is critical to a child’s safety because it prompts early intervention and support that optimizes recovery. Early recognition and removal from activity also reduce the risk of more severe or life-threatening injuries. Knowing the signs and symptoms will enable the prompt recognition of concussions. ...
Rubin "Dream Job" Webinar Series! Early Childhood Education An Early Childhood Education degree can help prepare you for a rewarding career teaching children in the preschool age. Early childhood educators are responsible for caring for and educating young children. The areas of study within this career focus on both the cognitive and social development which includes various activities that engage a students abilities to flourish A "day in the life" at an early childhood center. On Wednesday, February 15, we learned about both topics with the help of two early childhood professionals. The advice from our guests is solid gold , and I encourage you ...
Thank you for the interest in the America's Next Great Intern contest by Rubin! Contest overview: Rubin, the leader in online instruction for employability and work readiness skills, will stage the first-ever America’s Next Great Intern contest in winter/spring 2023. Rubin is also a proud sponsor of the ACTE Work-Based Learning Division for 2023. The contest is 100% free . All participating students receive a certificate of completion and a ready-made portfolio of their submitted contest materials. Purpose: Challenge students to showcase their employability skills in a national competition. Goal: Teach students how strong employability ...
Claude Moore Charitable Foundation visited Rappahannock community college in Warsaw, VA. honored RCC scholarship recipients. Dr. Hazel and Shirley Bazdar are featured here with two nursing and physician assistant scholarship recipients.
November 2nd - Secretary Littell recognizes Dr. Bill Hazel and the Claude Moore Charitable Foundation’s work on Health and Human Services workforce in Richmond, VA.
Nowadays, online education is becoming increasingly more popular in the field of healthcare. Before deciding on whether or not to pursue it, students should evaluate the pros and cons to make a decision that is right for them. Pros of online education: Provides more time and place flexibility which can help students who have jobs or internships and family responsibilities Has more course variation for self-pacing options Is typically more affordable Cons of online education: Does not provide sufficient hands-on learning (which is crucial for certain healthcare fields) Requires great self-discipline and time management from the student ...
Cardiovascular Intervention experience preferred (Cardiac Cath Lab/ EP Lab, etc.) ; Inpatient nursing preferred; potential for on-call A travel nurse will be expected to perform varied RN functions across multiple disciplines and facilities. Assignments and work will vary depending on the type of assignment, facility, and patient population. Critical thinking skills and flexibility are critical for a travel RN due to the numerous competencies that must be maintained to cover Carilion enterprise needs.\ Click here to apply! Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages ...
Under the supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or nursing professional, in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Nursing delegation and supervision guidelines, the Emergency Room EMT-I/P assists with a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. These include assistance with activities of daily living, comfort care and nutritional support, and performance of selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and procedures as directed. Indirect patient care activities include maintaining a clean safe environment, ensuring adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, and data collection as pertinent to the patient ...
$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS Additional Pay for Shift Differential and Extra Shift Incentive Relocation assistance available! Prior peds RT experience is preferred. FT, Night Shift, EOW. One 12hr on call shift may be required each week. Three 12hr shifts per pay period. Making people feel more comfortable is an important part of what a respiratory therapist does. At Carilion Clinic, it is a commitment to excellence in every aspect of your chosen profession. It means treating patients and co-workers with respect, dignity, kindness and empathy. It means providing friendly, accurate service and quality at every opportunity. It means we'll count on you ...
28 bed M/S unit is the primary unit for Trauma/Neurosurgery, Urology and General surgery patients. They are the alternate unit for orthopaedic surgery , hospitalist and other medicine patients. This is the job opportunity that could change your nursing career. At Carilion Clinic, our team makes a difference where it matters: in the homes and hearts of patients and families seeking attentive, superior healthcare. You will thrive in our forward-thinking environment through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options. Join an organization that has earned ...
This is the job opportunity that could change your nursing career. At Carilion Clinic, our team makes a difference where it matters: in the homes and hearts of patients and families seeking attentive, superior healthcare. You will thrive in our forward-thinking environment through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options. Join an organization that has earned significant clinical accolades. Here your skills and ideas will make a difference in the health of our patients and the communities we live in. Click here to apply! Our Licensed Practical Nurses ...
Helping patients regain their strength and return to their daily routines calls for a touch of inspiration, professional expertise, and the tools to build a personalized rehabilitation plan. At Carilion Clinic, our team provides compassionate care in a forward-thinking environment. In this job, you will thrive through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options. Join a team where your skills and ideas will make a difference in the health of our patients and the communities we live in. Click here to apply! The Physical Therapist (PT) confirms and interprets ...