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Have You Ever Considered a Nursing Career?

Whether you’re a college graduate or a career changer, you’ve probably noticed that healthcare as an industry presents enormous employment opportunities. In fact, nursing tops the list of careers most in demand. It’s no surprise, our aging population is growing exponentially – baby boomers turn 70 at the rate of 10,000 a day.


If you’ve ever thought about pursuing a career in nursing, consider these compelling facts.

  • The national nursing shortage – Nursing is the fastest growing occupation in the U.S. As a higher percentage of nurses retire and a growing number of patients with more complex health conditions rises, the rate of nurses entering the workforce is not enough to meet the demand. This puts those with a nursing degree in a good position to choose from job openings across the country. The southern and western regions of the U.S. offer the greatest number of openings, due to the higher percentage of retirees.
  • Atlanta is home to numerous universities that offer nursing programs – Becoming a registered nurse requires a minimum of a two-year Associates degree in nursing. An undergraduate degree opens more opportunities. Emory, Georgia State University, and Kennesaw State University are a few of the schools in Atlanta that offer undergraduate, graduate and in some cases, doctorate degrees in nursing. Accelerated programs are available for those with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing discipline.
  • Financial aid for nursing programs is available Repayment of student loans is a valid consideration for anyone seeking an advanced degree. To encourage students to take positions in underserved areas the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program will pay a majority of student loan debt to qualified applicants. A complete list of financial resources for nursing programs can be found on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing website.
  • Earning potential of nurses is greater than you think – According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the annual median pay for RNs in 2016 was in the mid-$60k range. This is in line with the average yearly salary for nurses in the Atlanta area. Keep in mind, there are many nursing specialties, from cardiac and neonatal nursing to critical care nursing, so earnings may vary depending on the area of focus you pursue.

 

If you’re interested in learning more about a career in nursing check out the American Nursing Association. Like many healthcare providers, Visiting Nurse is continually interviewing qualified candidates for home healthcare and hospice nursing positions in patients’ homes or in Hospice Atlanta Center.

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🎉We celebrate 77 years of caring for you, Georgia! 

Since our founding in 1948, Visiting Nurse has grown from just two nurses serving Fulton and DeKalb counties to today, your trusted in-home healthcare, hospice and aging services provider, bringing you the FULL healthcare continuum in the comfort of the place you call home!

We are proud of our history—and even more excited for the future. Thank you for allowing us to care for you, Georgia, for 77 years and growing! 💙

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Today Is National Grief Awareness Day
📸 Let’s turn awareness into action.
📢 Text 'CampSTARS' to 71777

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Our Camp STARS bereavement camp is designed to help those that have lost a loved one know they are not alone and that their feelings of loss are normal. This weekend family camp provides a safe environment for both children and adults to share their feelings, meet others in similar situations, and have fun while learning how to grieve in an emotionally healthy way. This year's camp is November 7-9, learn more here. https://vnhs.org/hospice-atlanta/camp-stars/
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In honor of National Grief Awareness month...

Tag someone who’s been there for you during grief. 
Share your memorable moments of remembrance. 

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3 Days to National Grief Awareness Day, August 30. 

What Will You Do?”

📲 Click here and donate or fundraise! https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/CampSTARS 
Hospice Atlanta's Camp STARS Bereavement camp
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Grief Can Look Like this. 
Grief is complicated — especially for children.
Grief Awareness Month: we invite you to please share your story and tag us to raise awareness this month!
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Supporting our community as they grieve is important this month, National Grief Awareness Month, and every month here at Hospice Atlanta. 

Another way we support those who have suffered a loss is with Camp STARS- our weekend family bereavement camp. For 31 years, we've provided a safe environment for adults and children to share their feelings, meet others in similar situations, and have fun while learning how to grieve in an emotionally healthy way. 
Hear from our campers how important Camp is to their journey. 

📱Text CampSTARS to 71777 to support healing.
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August is National Grief Awareness Month. 
Grief isn’t something we ‘get over’ — it’s something we learn to live with. This August, please join along in honoring all who grieve, and let's raise awareness around grief, together.
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💙 Compassion in Action. Care at Home. 💚
At Visiting Nurse Health System | Hospice Atlanta, we are your solution to healthcare and aging in the home. 
For over 75 years, we’ve served metro Atlanta with trusted healthcare in the home rooted in dignity, respect, and clinical excellence. We bring expert, compassionate care directly to the homes for every stage of your healthcare journey. From home health after an injury, surgery or life event, to safe & compassionate end of life care with Hospice Atlanta, we’re honored to be part of your care journey.

📍 Proudly non-profit. Proudly local.

Learn more or refer a loved one: www.vnhs.org
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Come and learn with us! 
Hospice Atlanta is a proud vendor at the upcoming Made Whole Senior Resource Fair and we'd love to see you there!
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It's been a great month celebrating our July Employee of the Month! 

Thank you Chintan! 
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