Registered Nurses: Full-time Evening & Night Shift.
Licensed Practical Nurse: Part-time Day & Evening Shift If Interested, please apply in person or forward resume to: MERCY HEALTH PARTNERS HR Dept. 746 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, PA 18501 P: (570)340-5445 F: (570)348-7045
Certified Nurse Aide: Full-time Evening & Night Shift Part-time Day, Evening & Night Shift Full-time employees of Mercy Hospital, Scranton, enjoy an excellent benefits package, including family medical/dental/vision coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Prorated benefits available to part-time employees.
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RECIPES
FITNESS
Food for Body & Soul: Breakfast can be Quick, Exciting & Delicious
Exercise Doesn’t Have to be Boring Calisthenics:
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SMELL THE ROSES
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Summertime is grilling time, but lets do it right. There is a healthy way and an unhealthy way to barbecue
Job-Related Stress Can Disappear Leaving a Better You Behind
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LAUGHTER
EMPLOYMENT
Laughing Your Blues Away: A Good Joke Can Be the Best Medicine
The Application is Only the Start: Acing the Interview is the Key
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THEY DESERVE THE BEST ARE YOU THE BEST? RN SUPERVISORS
We are seeking RN Supervisor’s to staff weekend shifts at our Skilled Nursing Center located on the Morgan Highway in Scranton. All shifts are available. Prior supervisory experience is required.
STAFF RN’S
Full or part time positions for staff RN’s and LPN’s. Pick the shift that meets your needs. Qualify for a $1000 sign-on-bonus for 3pm-11pm or 11pm to 7am shifts. RN’s earn $25.00 per hour and LPN’s earn $20.00 per hour to work the weekends only.
CNA’S
Earn a $1000 sign-on-bonus! Full and part time positions for CNA’s. To qualify for sign-on-bonus must be able to work 3pm-11pm full time. Part time will be pro-rated. Also, earn as high as $15.00 per hour to work just the weekends. We offer fully paid family health insurance for full time employees plus many more great benefits! If interested apply in person at Allied Services HumanResources Department located in the Abington Executive Park, Clarks Summit or call 1-800-368-3910 for more information. EOE
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e Treat All Our Patients as if they were our Mothers.
We answer that question here at Manor Care. We treat all our patients as if they were our mothers. And it is up to our nursing staff to make that happen. We have served the Wyoming Valley for 25 years with total dedication to the residents’ quality of life. Join us. Take care of your mother!
SIGN ON BONUS AND NEW STARTING RATES: • RNs full time 3-11$2000 and $20 per hour • LPNs full time and part time all shifts$1500 and $15.00 per hour If you are interested in working with a team dedicated to the residents’ quality of life, please call Cindy Beck at (570)288-9315 for interview appointment between 9am-4pm/ Mon.-Fri. or forward resume to: HCR-Manorcare/ Kingston ATTN: Cindy Beck, HRD 200 Second Ave. • Kingston, PA 18704 Fax: 570-283-0979 • EOE
editor’s note from my perspective... THE NUMBER ONE NEWS STORY
in the medicine profession these days is the national nursing shortage. We all know the story and that this is not something that is going to go away in the near future. But what we haven’t heard as yet is that this is just the tip of the iceberg. The nursing shortage is the leading edge of a general medical personnel shortage. While we know there is 20% shortfall in nurses through the year 2020, what is just as alarming is that there are 7,000 pharmacist positions going begging this year, up from 2,700 open positions in 1998. Add to this mix the fact that 25 percent of the population is not being services by a dentist and that there are 400 unfilled faculty positions in dental schools, incurring further shortages. This frightening statistic is moving into other medical professionals, from radiologists to service technicians. It is all that more frightening when we realize that the Baby Boomer generation is about five years away from hitting 60-year-old. What will happen in 10 years when millions and millions of Baby Boomer, who are part of the 40 million people with medical insurance, go onto Medicare and now want the medical services they have denied themselves because of economics? Unless this growing medical crisis becomes everyone’s priority, the only ray of hope in this mess will be for those of us who invest in stock of companies who manufacture waiting room chairs.
Lew Markus
Not everyone is right for us. Only the special fit in here. We look for the outstanding for our exclusive teams. Call us to see if you qualify!
Apply in person or send your resume to: Employment Services, SUSQUEHANNA HEALTH SYSTEM 1100 Grampion Blvd. Williamsport, PA 17701 Fax: 1-800-655-7204 EOE
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CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNICIAN Full time position for a graduate of a cardiovascular technology program with one year experience or two years of experience in adult catheterization laboratory for non-graduate of a cardiovascular technology program. Registration required within 24 months of employment.
LEAD ECHO CARDIOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN Full Service Echo Lab: 2-dimensional, m-mode, Doppler (color, pulsewave, continuous wave), TEE (includes intra operative), and stress echos. Active open heart program. Must have 3 years experience as an Echo Tech with demonstrated leadership abilities. Graduate of Allied Health School with format echo education preferred.
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Laughing Your Blues Away: A Good Joke Can Be the Best Medicine
There Is Scientific Research That Says Laughing Works By LEW MARCUS In 1964, the world was slammed in the face with the unorthodox and controversial medical regime developed by Norman Cousins, the editor of The Saturday Review, who had been stricken with ankylosing spondylitis, a severe connective tissue disease. Cousins developed his personal health regimen based on megadoses of both vitamin C and laughter. He followed Linus Pauling's advice on the vitamin, and combined it with a steady diet of "Candid Camera" and the Marx Brothers. He found that "ten minutes of genuine belly
laughter had an anesthetic effect and would give me at least two hours of painfree sleep.� Nearly 40 years later, medical researchers in British Columbia have discovered that laughter has the power to cure. We laughed at Dr. Patch Adams, who was so severely criticized by his colleagues and superiors for his clown-like antics, when, in fact, he was on the right track. There are now several pain management programs that are incorporating humor into the program and finding it successful. Cousins knew it all along. A pie in the face from Groucho is better than Demerol. The fear brought on by Patch Adams was the fear that the medical profession would look undignified if physicians told
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We are looking for REGISTERED NURSES committed to patient care while expanding their skills. Our modern facility is in a rural area that promotes family values and offers excellent school districts.Our nurses get competitive wages, structured sign on and retention incentives, flexible benefits, generous paid time off, BSN/MSN bonuses, and relocation assistance. We offer Nurse Internship Programs available to new graduates or individuals who need a refresher.
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Apply by phone, fax, or mail to: WAYNE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Human Resources Department 601 Park Street, Honesdale, PA 18431 Phone: (570)253-8989 Fax: (570)253-8397
jokes. Well, we certainly don’t want our doctors acting like Seinfeld, but we can learn something from a study done by Stanford University. The California university discovered that people who practiced humor in their interpersonal and business dealings were perceived as contributing more in a positive way. They were better leaders and better bosses.
that brings tears to your eyes. So it seems that Lucille Ball was more of a doctor than she ever knew. Try this frightening fact on for size. As children, we average 400 laughs a day. As adults, that number drops to 15. There is something wrong with this picture.
Much like chicken soup really does help cure a cold, laughter does have a physiological effect on the body. It seems that the good old-fashioned belly laugh expands the capillaries leading to the brain and helps cool it off. This leaves the person with a slight euphoric feeling. They actually feel better. Scientists looking into humor therapy also have discovered that laughing has an effect beyond just this phenomenon. They have found that laughter has a positive effect on every part of the body. You just function better after the kind of laughter
Applications issued and resume accepted at:
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Full time and part time positions available for trained circulating and/or scrub nurses with a minimum of one year experience. On-call rotation is required.Earned benefits may include vacation, sick time, participation in group health plan.
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~ Per Diem RN/LPN/ CNAs All Shifts ~ Weekend Only RN/LPN/CNAs All Shifts Beverly Healthcare, the leader in post-acute healthcare services, is seeking the select few who have the caring instincts to flourish in our positive environment. Your talents will be rewarded with the most exceptional benefits listed below. • Competitive wages • 401(k)/stock options • Childcare program • Tuition reimbursement • Medical/dental/vision coverage available For more information about how to take advantage of this prime opportunity, call toll free anytime:
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Job-Related Stress Can Disappear Leaving a Better You Behind
By LAFCADEO O’HEARN, RN Most of us in the medical world work stressful jobs. There is never enough time. The schedule is never structured correctly. And, like my old boss used to say, if we are waiting for someone to say how much they appreciate our work we will wait forever. But that doesn’t mean we have to carry our stress home with us because, if we do, we only suffer irreparable burnout. There are some things we can do to reduce work-related stress and it doesn’t have to be hard. The most important commitment we have to make to ourselves is to insist on carving this small amount of time out of our day for ourselves. For those of us who build guilt into the factor, understand this. The quantity of time we reserve in a day for stress reduction is only a fractional proportion of the quality time we return to our family, our spouses, our friends. Without taking a regular and routine moment to recharge our batteries, we become no good to ourselves, our families and our employers. Here are a handful of stress reduction tips. Follow all of them religiously and you will be on the road to great mental and physical health. But remember that old boss. He had another saying: “Do as much as you can do. Every little bit helps. The important thing is not to worry.” MINI-RECHARGE – This is something you can do on and off the job. You merely sneak a private moment to yourself, in a
vacant room or a closet or an empty lounge.. You also can do this in the house when you are off-duty. Sit in a chair or stand with you back against the wall. Close your eyes. Place your hands lightly over your solar plexus. Breathe slowly up from the bottom of your stomach and exhale through your nose smoothly and in a controlled manner. Feel your neck muscles relax. Do this three or four times. Open your eyes and your mouth and take a big cleansing breathe, in and out through your mouth.
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Take the Time to Smell the Roses
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END-OF-THE-SHIFT-ZEN – This is a special interface time between your work and your other life. It is important to make the break. The break can be any choice that is reflective of your personality. If you have a half hour car ride, make this time very special. Pick out soothing music for the tape deck. Maybe you prefer an inspirational tape. Or even a book on cassette. Whatever it is, you must reserve this time as special time for yourself. In the warm weather, I always visit my flower and vegetable gardens before coming into my house. I don’t change because that would mean walking into the house and all that is greeting me there. I wait 10 more minutes and literally smell the roses. I trim a few plants. I tie up the tomatoes. I weed a bit. Sometime I just rub the mint leaves between my palm and smell its pungent aroma. HYDRO-THERAPY – Water is miraculous. In the winter I walk in the door and walk right into the shower. I don’t even talk to anyone. I lock the door. I steam up the bathroom and I soak under the hot stinging water. For those of you who prefer soaking, take a bath. I have a friend who takes
a shower first and then a bath. The whole ritual is 15 minutes but when she emerges from the bathroom in her robe she is human again. Her family has learned to give her the time. They see the difference. “Mommy needs her shower or she’s just a bear!” PHYSICAL THERAPY – Go to the health club right from work. Go for a jog or power walk. It doesn’t have to be long. It just has to be exercise. I like a punching bag. I don’t hit it hard but it is a good aggression reliever and a cardio workout. I bought a treadmill for those days I can’t be outside. Even a 10 minute walk at 3 mph is a tension breaker. GET A LIFE – For those of us without family pressures, you have to do something more than work, shop, eat and watch TV. Get a hobby. Find something that requires you to focus and perform a task. This takes your mind away from the work environment and forces you to concentrate on another reality. TV is too passive. Do something, anything, that engages you mind. Read, sew, crochet, paint, work in wood or plastics. My wife bought a chain saw and is teaching herself ice sculpting. Now that’s an interesting diversion in life. ❑ visit www.takingcaremagazine.com for more on this story
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trends
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SOMETHING OLD
MAKING A COMEBACK:
Private Duty Nurses in the Hospital
Years ago, it was not uncommon for even the middle class hospital patient to hire a private duty nurse to babysit the patient. This was especially true for critical needs patients and even more so for overnight coverage. It was a common practice that fell by the wayside for a whole number of factors – many economic. But with money tight and medical costs skyrocketing –even for those with insurance– the trend towards private duty nurses in the hospital setting is surprisingly starting to increase. This trend is fueled, of course, by the hospital cutback on nursing personnel as the industry is experiencing pressure to trim costs caused by government programs and managed-care plans. Less money means fewer nurses which, in turn, means less care.
Private placement agencies across the country have been reporting an upsurge in private duty assignments in hospitals. These nurses are not giving medication or handling monitoring procedures. That is still the domain of the floor nurse. The private duty nurse is there for quality of life: making sure the meds are right and on time, feeding, bathing, toilet functions and just holding hands. What was always a basic nursing function is now being sloughed off to those who can afford to insure service. Are more private hospitals just around the corner?
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We need: Registered Nurses Licensed Practical Nurses Nurses Aides Radiology Technologists Respiratory Therapists MARIAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Human Resources Department Carbondale, PA 18407 Fax: (570)281-1313 www.mariancommunityhospital.org
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THE APPLICATION IS ONLY THE START:
Acing the Interview is the Key By ALICEN WEG In seeking a new position, the job description usually gives you all of the upfront requirements for the position: minimum education required, types of experience desired, any special skills. But that is only half of the story. Knowing what they don’t tell you they are looking for is usually the difference between getting the job offer and never hearing from them again. After the right degree and/or certification, the single biggest factor cited by human relations directors and directors of nursing was attitude. The right attitude is the key to success not only in getting the job but succeeding on the job. And recruitment managers are very concerned not only with filling an opening but making sure it is filled with someone that will last in that position. The recruiter knows you are on your best behavior in the interview, so he or she is looking for ways to see how your attitude stands up over time. Hospitals generally are looking for employees with a balance of skills and abilities. They want someone with high people skills, who communicates well and who is a team player. They want someone who can fit into their picture instead of trying to change it but with enough maturity and flexibility to handle a fast-paced environment. Nursing homes look for positive attitudes, dependability, motivation, a willingness to learn and the right kind of experience.
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One of the new concepts human resource directors are exploring these days is whether or not the applicant shares the organization’s values. This requires a little homework on your behalf in trying to find out what are those values and if you can live with them. A different set of values and therefore the inability to work in a cooperative manner is the number one source of friction between
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Sometimes the secret of coming out of an interview a winner is in not answering the questions they ask you but in knowing what questions to ask them. The single most important thing you want to do –after impressing the recruiter with your personality– is that you have the ability to understand what is required of you. Many times the interviewer is so busy trying to find out all about you that he or she does not do a good job of describing the job. You need to come away from the interview with a clear idea of what it is they are offering you, how the organization functions, and what it is they expect of you. Ask questions until you are satisfied you understand everything there is to know about the job and how the organization works. Many applicants forget that an interview is a two way street and that they are selling themselves as much as they are buying you. And, of course, dress the part. No matter how unfair it may seem, we are judged on first impressions and what we look like reflects on what people will think about
ng jobs than ving the
us. Cleanliness is obviously important. But the right style of clothing is as important. Don’t underdress but don’t overdress. This is not a cocktail party. It is a professional environment and, even though you will be wearing a uniform, how you look in “civvies” is a big part of assessing your character. Follow-up is very important and this is a judgment call. A lot of people today are tempted to use e-mail in following up but you have to determine if that is what the interviewer wants. Some interviewers are too traditional and would want followups on paper. You can tell from the interview if this is a person who wants you to take the time to type out a thank you, put a stamp on the envelope and go to the post office. E-mails are good for a more conversational situation in which you may want to engage in a dialogue. If your interviewer asks you for a piece of specific information, you may want to ask if you can email. This then gives you the ability to try to elicit a response. This interactive locks you in the interviewer’s mind and gives you a leg up – providing the experience is all positive. And that’s the other key: be
positive!
education and experience.
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an employee and a supervisor. It usually is never a question of who is right and who is wrong. It is mainly a matter of degree but if you disagree, you are not happy, and that means your supervisor is not happy with you.
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fitness
Exercise Doesn’t Have to be Boring Calisthenics:
I always hated exercising. The treadmill is boring. I’m not one to go for a jog in dicey weather. I don’t like working out at the Y. Swimming is too much of an ordeal. But then I discovered something that not only is a full body workout but is fun too: ballroom dancing. After my first dance lesson, I did a little research. I discovered that an evening of dancing burns as many calories as a brisk walk, swimming or going for a bike ride. The question is always one of time/distance. The more you go and do, the more calories you burn. But you can figure that a half-hour of steady dancing will burn up to 400 calories. Dancing is also great for cardiovascular conditioning. Again it is a question of degree. If you can go dancing for a half hour a day three or four times a week, then you are giving yourself a good workout. In addition to frequency, what you should try to do is dance vigorously and continuously. The more the better, but don’t overdue it at first until you start to get into shape.
Dancing is perfect for building strong bones and for rehabilitation, as well. The back and forth and sideways motion of many of the dance steps is great for strengthening the tibia, fibula and femur bones. This same movement also is beneficial for those recovering from heart and knee surgery. Like all “sports,” you should warm up before hitting the dance floor. Simple stretching is a great start followed up by some slow dance steps. Then, of course, begin with a few slower, less demanding dance styles before you tackle the faster tempo beats. In the beginning, you will want to take frequent breaks to ease the likelihood of pulling or straining muscles. And drink plenty of water, as in all exercising. What is wonderful is that this can be done in the privacy of your own home. You can take private lessons. You can ren t dance instruction videos or take them out of the library. There are all kinds of dance styles available, from ballroom to country and western to line-dancing. Not all of these require a partner. The real plus: it is an excuse to go buy a new outfit – a dance outfit. +
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Summertime is Grilling Time, But Letís Do It Right. There is a healthy way and an unhealthy way to barbecue By JOEL WEISSLER
Itís summertime and, as the old song goes, the livin’ is easy. We drag out the ole barbecue grill and burn a few steaks in the backyard. And that is just the problem. All that burning and other summeronly practices may be hazardous to your health. But a little common sense can save the day. There is a growing body of thought that warns cooking fatty meat over an open flame can cause the creation of carcinogenic compounds. These compounds are created in the smoke coming off the coals and cover whatever it is you are grilling. So there are two ways to help eliminate this danger. The first is to make sure you are only grilling lean meats. This, in itself,
will cut down on the flare-ups caused by fat hitting the coals. The other logical way of dealing with this is to be very attentive during grilling and make sure you move the food you are grilling away from flare-ups. Good grilling dictates that the meat cook moderately slowly over the coals in which there is no smoke produced. Cooking over flame is not what you want to do. A squirt gun filled with water is a great devise for knocking down flare-ups and keeping grilling healthy. Another technique for healthier grilling is to cover the grill top with aluminum foil punched with occasional holes to allow the fat to drain off into the coals. No matter what happens underneath, the meat
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It is also very good to make sure you do not baste with anything fatty that will cause the coals to flare-up. Avoid oil and butter based marinades or bastes. Instead try bastes and marinates with lemon juice, pineapple juice, soy sauce, or wine. Another shortcut to health, especially with chicken and meat cuts that are thick, is to pre-cook them in the oven or microwave and then finished them off over the grill, reducing grilling time and reducing the chances of exposure to smoke. From those of you who like steaks Pittsburgh style, which is black on the outside and pink on the inside, the answer may be to enjoy that style of cooking only
on a rare occasion so as to lessen your exposure to harmful cooking styles. You can still enjoy your passion once in a while as opposed to all of the time.
Other safety tips: Never use gasoline or kerosene to light a fire. The best method is to use a metal chimney cone starter. If you use commercial charcoal starter, the tip from the manufacturer is to allow a few moments between soaking the charcoal and lighting it. If you use a gas grill, never light it with the top closed. Keep children away from grills, especially after you finish cooking. The grill stays very hot for hours. If they want to toast marshmallows, be sure there is supervision.
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is protected from flare-ups and smoke. And you donĂt sacrifice that charcoal flavor, either.
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rec pesrecipes Breakfast Can Be
Quick, SUNRISE
Exciting & Delicious
OK! How many of you skipped breakfast this morning and couldn’t wait until you got to the coffee pot at work? Or how many of you thought you were doing yourself a favor by getting a Micky D Breakfast? No one has to remind us that breakfast is the most important meal. It sets us up for the whole day. If we start jangled, we stay jangled. But if we start with good nutrition and sensible eating, our whole day is better. We think better. We react better. Even our disposition is better. We’re all too busy to make breakfast so we offer you these great morning starters that require little time. Get into the habit of a good habit and watch your life change.
SMOOTHIES Protein shakes are great because you can have a power breakfast all in one glass. And the smoothie is as versatile as your imagination.For years we also added Brewer’s Yeast, which packed a powerful punch of protein and one of the rare complete sources of B-Complex vitamins. INGREDIENTS 1/4 c. water 1/4 c. OJ vanilla to taste
2 c. plain yogurt 2 tbsp. honey 1 banana
Any other fruit you like: blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, pears, apples. Out of season you can even use canner fruit (use those packed in water). In the morning, throw everything into the blender. Hit it for 20 to 40 seconds, until smooth. Pour into a 16 oz. Plastic cup and drink it in the car on the way to work
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2 eggs – scrambled _ avocado - mashed _ dollop of mayo _ small tomato - chopped 1/4 cup lettuce - shredded While the eggs are in the skillet, warm a pita in the toaster. Slice off the top to open the pocket. Brush the mayo on the inside. Fill the pita with half the lettuce and tomato. Add the egg and avocado. Add the remaining lettuce and tomato.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA is currently recruiting
2 Full Time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists. Applicant packages are available only through the Delegated Examining Unit (DEU), Richmond, VA. To receive an application package for this announcement, the interested person should call DEU at 1-800-368-6008 and refer to the particular announcement number: VAR-JB-1-1716
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Little Flower Manor is seeking a motivated, experienced RN’s. The successful applicants will be sincere in their understanding of our mission and the promotion of our mission to the residents and staff. Experience in long term care a plus. Enjoy working with a well supported professional team that has the freedom to do their work and where their attention and ideas are appreciated. Have a positive impact on the lives of your employees and the residents and staff. For information and interview contact: LITTLE FLOWER MANOR ST. THERESE RESIDENCE 200 S. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Position: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-0647-06 Salary: $26,342 - $34,240 Per Annum Announcement #: VAR-JB-1-1716
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Just When You Thought It Was Safe. . . Sam Neil and Laura Dern are back to scare the living daylights out of you in the third installation of the prehistoric animal thriller. This promises to make up for the fizzle of Jurassic II. Director Steven Spielberg came up with the story for this one but didn’t direct. He did the first two. He left the chore to Joe Johnson, who directed Jumanji, Rocketeer and Honey I Shrunk the Kids.
movie– and the pterodactyls, which were only a glimpse in the second movie, will be a major factor in this sequel.
The movie features a new species, the Spinosaurus, which is as powerful as the T.Rex. Returning will be the ever-popular and cunning raptors –the hit of the first
The movie has been kept under extremely tight wraps but the special effects in this one have been promised to be outstanding.
The story line is familiar: Dr. Grant has a new theory about raptor intelligence and is invited on a flyover of Isla Sorna, the raptor-filled island of the previous films. You guessed it. The party is marooned on the island and they fight to escape with their lives.
Being dedicated to our employees is not just a slogan. We are serious about our high level of health care and we are just as serious in treating our nursing and technical staffs. We have a number of openings for RNs and Technologists. Call us. WeÕre the difference between just working and contributing.
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Tyler offers competitive pay and benefits. Please send resume to:
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Human Resources Department Tyler Memorial Hospital 880SR 6W, Tunkhannock, PA 18657 Fax: (570)836-0393 EOE an acute care provider dedicated to its community and employees.
The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance is committed to achieving the highest outcomes in patient care. And that care begins with you. We offer a highly supportive work environment, a competitive salary and a benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan. But even more importantly. After the patient, we put you next.
We Are Looking For You: Med/Surg Nurses ¥ ER Nurses ¥ Telemetry and ICU RNs Skilled Care RN ¥ OR and Recovery Room RN LPN - Med/Surg and Telemetry ¥ OR Surgical Technician Please forward resumes to: HR ¥ Greater Hazleton Health Alliance 687 N. Church St., Hazleton, PA 18201
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Interventional Radiology Technologist LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL, a division of Lehigh Valley Hospital & Health Network located at I-78 and Cedar Crest Boulevard, Allentown, PA, is seeking an experienced Radiology Technologist for a FULL-TIME, day shift opportunity in Interventional Radiology. Graduate of AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology and minimum two (2) years experience as a staff technologist required; IR experience is preferred. Must be a member in good standing with AART and be willing to be certified in cardiovascular intervention; must be customer service-focused.
We offer competitive salary and benefits. For consideration, please fax (610) 317-4701, or send your resume to: Human Resources, Attn: J.G.,1770 Bathgate Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017-7032, or email: joanne.gimpert@lvh.com. EOE, M/F/D/V.
Genesis ElderCare速 is the premier eldercare provider who is changing the way eldercare is delivered. Our innovative approach is defined by our dedication to helping our customers lead a full life. Help us stay at the forefront of our industry.
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