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MEDSAG Nursing Workforce is a healthcare staffing agency providing a wide range of skilled professionals, including RNs, RPNs, PSWs and allied health specialists to hospitals, group homes and home care. MEDSAG Nursing Workforce is a healthcare staffing agency in Canada providing a wide range of skilled professionals, including RNs, RPNs, PSWs, and allied health specialists, to hospitals, group homes, and home care.

02/02/2025

Emergency situations can arise at any time in healthcare settings and it is crucial for healthcare professionals to be prepared to respond effectively.

6 TIPS FOR SURVIVING YOUR FIRST NIGHT SHIFTThink you’re ready? Or fear you won’t be?We’ve compiled some suggestions for ...
04/07/2023

6 TIPS FOR SURVIVING YOUR FIRST NIGHT SHIFT

Think you’re ready? Or fear you won’t be?
We’ve compiled some suggestions for that first night shift:

PLAN YOUR SLEEP
This is a precious resource. Keep to a sustainable schedule of sleeping. And protect the quality of your sleep - an eye mask, ear plugs, blackout curtains, and fresh linen can all help.

MAINTAIN YOUR EXERCISE REGIME
It’s very easy to let this side, but resist that temptation. Regular exercise aids concentration, promotes stamina, and actually improves sleep!

EAT A LITTLE AND OFTEN
If you’re thinking of a blow-out meal before starting your shift, think again. This will likely make you feel slow and sleepy, not awake and alert. Bring a pack of healthy snacks (bananas, vegetables, hummus, muesli bars, or granola). Avoid high energy drinks - aim to be attentive, not wired. Green tea works as a moderate caffeine stimulant but avoid near the end of your shift, if you intend sleeping just afterwards.

KEEP MOVING
If tiredness is coming on and a short nap break isn’t an option, keep moving about. Try to go outside once and a while for some fresh air.

DRINK WATER
Again, the trick with hydration is to top up regularly, rather than down a whole bottle at the beginning or end of shift. Dehydration affects both mood and alertness.

SHARE IN THE TEAM SPIRIT
No doubt about it, night shifts are physically tough. Take strength from those around you. You might be surprised by the team spirit of night crews, but everyone’s in the same boat. Get to know them and maybe bring a few extra snacks to share.

We’re hiring for multiple locations across Ontario. Interested in finding out more?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

4 WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS WHILE TRAVELLING AS A NURSETravel can be stressful at the best of times. But when your work depe...
04/06/2023

4 WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS WHILE TRAVELLING AS A NURSE

Travel can be stressful at the best of times. But when your work depends on it, it’s time to get organised:

PLAN AHEAD
Know your schedule. Check your connections. Make sure you can make appointments as arranged - with time to spare.

HAVE A PACKING ROUTINE
Have a case that suits the length of your assignment. List what you need. Prioritise items you might not be able to find at your destination.

MAKE TIME TO SLEEP & EXERCISE
Your judgement is impared without sufficient sleep. And exercise helps you to remain alert. Make sure you set aside time for both.

TRAVEL WELL
Identify transport modes and carriers that work best for you. Reliability is key. If there’s a Covid or Flu wave, consider wearing an N95 mask or equivalent to reduce your chances of falling ill. Relax and enjoy the ride!

Interested in becoming a Travel Nurse? We’d like to hear from you.
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

MAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR PER DIEM NURSING?Considering Per Diem Nursing? See if you already meet these requirements and pref...
04/05/2023

MAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR PER DIEM NURSING?

Considering Per Diem Nursing? See if you already meet these requirements and preferences.

✅ You must be an experienced Nurse/ support worker.

✅ Willing to Travel

✅ A wide range of care experience can be a distinct advantage (Emergency, ICU, NICU, etc.)

✅ Being a PRN or ‘On Call’ nurse usually requires particular knowledge or skills that allow you to assume a position at short notice.

If you tick the above boxes, and would like to know more about becoming a Per Diem Nurse, we’d like to hear from you!
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

5 TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEALTHCARE RECRUITERWant to find a Healthcare Recruiter to suit your goals?We have some poi...
04/04/2023

5 TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT HEALTHCARE RECRUITER

Want to find a Healthcare Recruiter to suit your goals?

We have some pointers:

IDENTIFY A SHORTLIST
Select the criteria that you think matter most to you (location, types of work, specialities, etc.) and begin your search online. Ask colleagues and contacts for their experience and recommendations as well.

ASSESS YOUR OPTIONS
Are you satisfied with the type of recruiters you’ve identified to date? Do those recruiters offer professional options you hadn’t considered before? After the initial search, it’s worth reassessing your original aims. Could some other options also work for you?

PREPARE YOUR PROFILE
Once you have an idea about the recruiters you’d like to approach, refresh your resume and online profile. Think about the role(s) you’d like to perform. Make sure that when a recruiter checks your details they match what you tell them.

ARRANGE YOUR INTERVIEWS
If possible, always try to meet a prospective recruiter in person. Have a list of questions ready, but be clear about your ambitions and expectations. Note the answers of each recruiter and compare.

DECISION TIME
A good recruiter will want to help you achieve your career aims - after all, they want you to recommend them too. Which recruiter has the best connections, and has shown they’ll work hard for you?

Interested in talking to us? We’d like to hear from you!
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

WHAT IS PER DIEM NURSING?First, that Latin term: ‘Per Diem’. It literally means ‘by the day’. So, the opposite of perman...
04/03/2023

WHAT IS PER DIEM NURSING?
First, that Latin term: ‘Per Diem’. It literally means ‘by the day’. So, the opposite of permanent or long term, but in practice it can describe a range of working-on-call scenarios.

A Per Diem nurse might fill in at very short notice, such as covering for sick calls. They may also be asked to provide additional support during seasonal Flu or Covid surges, where existing staff levels are insufficient. And they can be scheduled well in advance to cover staff on vacations, etc.

A defining feature of Per Diem nursing is accelerated learning and expertise. You’ll see, experience, and learn more over a short time than many resident staff.

Considering a career in Per Diem nursing and would like to find out more?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

3 WAYS TO IMPRESS AS A PER DIEM NURSEAs a Per Diem Nurse, you’ll often find yourself working with unfamiliar team member...
04/02/2023

3 WAYS TO IMPRESS AS A PER DIEM NURSE

As a Per Diem Nurse, you’ll often find yourself working with unfamiliar team members. The point is not so much to impress, but to work together more effectively. Still, it’s nice to impress!

FIND OUT ABOUT YOUR TEAM
As you’ll need to earn the trust of your colleagues more quickly than a resident nurse, ask about their hospital practices and favoured routines. Be curious, but respectful too.

USE AND SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE
You may find that you have more experience with various kinds of medicine than your colleagues. Volunteer and share this knowledge as appropriate. It’s one of the great benefits of being a Per Diem nurse.

KEEP LEARNING
That’s one reason why you do what you do. You want to keep learning so that you can benefit others and improve outcomes. And if you’ve learned something from your new colleagues, let them know. They’ll appreciate it.

Want to advance your nursing career and find new work opportunities?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

3 REASONS WHY EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN NURSING IS SO IMPORTANTIt’s rarely enough just to recognize a problem and act. ...
03/25/2023

3 REASONS WHY EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN NURSING IS SO IMPORTANT

It’s rarely enough just to recognize a problem and act. A patient carer and team member must be able to explain. And that’s especially important for travelling nurses, who may be less familiar with their colleagues.

CLARITY SAVES TIME
If you can express yourself clearly and precisely, those around you can understand you more quickly. In critical care situations, this can save lives.

GOOD COMMUNICATION MEANS LISTENING
And listening means hearing patients and your colleagues without assuming you already know what they’re going to say. Listen carefully.

ASK FOR FEEDBACK
If you suspect a patient or colleague hasn’t understood you, always ask. Effective communication often depends on assessing background, education, and social convention. Have you understood your audience?

Are you a nurse who’s also an exceptional communicator? We’re hiring for multiple locations across Ontario.
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

10 BEST NURSING APPS FOR 2023There are a surprising number of nursing apps out there. Or maybe that’s not so surprising,...
03/24/2023

10 BEST NURSING APPS FOR 2023

There are a surprising number of nursing apps out there. Or maybe that’s not so surprising, given nurses are always on the go.

Most of the following ten are free to download or cost just a few bucks. Maybe you know some apps other nurses should really hear about? Let us know in the comments!

PILL IDENTIFIER AND DRUG LIST
This can be a life saver, especially when the patient is a child. An essential reference guide for the enormous range of pills and medications out there.

MEDICAL MNEMONICS
Remembering is half the battle. This app helps you to retain and recall medical information with catchy acronyms, rhymes, and memory tricks.

NURSING CENTRAL
Actually a combination of five source apps, including Prime PubMed, Taber’s Medical Dictionary, Diseases and Disorders, Davis’s Drug Guide, and Davis’s Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. You can highlight and make notes against each entry .

NURSEGRID
Plan and manage your word schedule and sync with your preferred calendar app. Developed by nursing professionals .

EVERNOTE
A leading app for nurses since it allows you to consolidate your notes on a smartphone or other device .

MERCK MANUAL PROFESSIONAL
A standard reference manual for health professionals in app form. Up-to-date information without carting around a weighty volume (iOS and Android).

MEDSCAPE
A really useful resource for both nurses and nursing students. Consult 1000s of reference articles, 100s of dedicated medical calculators, the latest FDA approvals, and a handy newsfeed (iOS and Android).

MANUAL OF NURSING DIAGNOSIS
An app tailored to aid nurses in diagnoses and treatment plans. Provides useful tips for follow-up questions and observations (iOS and Android).

EPOCRATES
Dedicated to medication-related information and available in free and premium formats (iOS and Android).

PEDISTAT
A rapid guide and reference for treating and managing paediatric patients (iOS and Android).

We’re hiring for multiple locations across Ontario. Interested in a change of pace?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

4 SIGNS YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE MISERABLE — AND HOW TO FIX ITNursing can be highly pressured at times, but it’s also incredib...
03/23/2023

4 SIGNS YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE MISERABLE — AND HOW TO FIX IT

Nursing can be highly pressured at times, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.
If you’re seeing one or more of the following signs, then it may be time to act.

🚨 PRODUCTIVITY IS SLIDING

🚨 ABSENTEEISM / LATENESS

🚨 ARGUMENTS / COMPLAINTS BETWEEN STAFF

🚨 DISENGAGEMENT / SILENCE

Sometimes, it’s just one employee. But if it’s more than one, then the problems may run deeper in your organisation.

What to do?

Talk to the employee’s immediate superior to gain insight. But consider whether the problem might also lie in the chain of command.

Next step - talk to the employee directly and establish whether they recognise the problem. Ask them for their perspective. What change might make them happier / more productive?

If more than one employee, consider whether a series of individual or group meetings could help identify the issue(s).

Establish the causes through observation and dialogue. Agree defined remedies.

Ensure that common goals and targets are understood and implemented.

Looking to advance your nursing career? We’re hiring for multiple locations across Ontario.
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

OUR MINI GUIDE ON THE DO’S & DON’TS OF NURSING DOCUMENTATIONTedious, essential, unending. But nursing documentation look...
03/22/2023

OUR MINI GUIDE ON THE DO’S & DON’TS OF NURSING DOCUMENTATION

Tedious, essential, unending.
But nursing documentation looks a lot less daunting with our straightforward guide:

DO ✅

BE TIMELY
Delayed entries risk inaccuracies and omissions. Establish a routine to avoid late recording of information.

BE ACCURATE
Accuracy is vital to patient assessment, treatment, and well-being. Successful documentation means getting the details right.

BE CLEAR
From language to legibility, make sure whatever you record is understood and not open to misinterpretation.

BE CONSISTENT
When charting a treatment given, make sure to document the symptom it’s meant to address. If an action is taken, record the time and the reason for it.

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FACT AND OPINION
Facts are fundamental to nursing documentation. There should never be any doubt as to whether it’s a fact or an impression. If recording an opinion or interpretation, make sure to give context (e.g. who said it).

DON’T ❌

BE VAGUE
Don’t accept unclear or ambiguous documentation - question it and the colleague who created it. Everyone benefits from mutual understanding.

LEAVE BLANKS
If a category is relevant / required, make sure to find the answer and complete it. If the information is unavailable, record it as unavailable. Don’t leave others to interpret a missing space.

OMIT SYMPTOMS, ALLERGIES, OR MEDICATIONS
Consistency is key to reliable documentation. If in doubt, always check and recheck that symptoms, allergies, and administered medications have been faithfully recorded.

We’re hiring for multiple locations across Ontario. Think you might have what it takes?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR INFLUENCES ON THE WELL-BEING OF NURSES?These are some of the negative factors we think can make a big...
03/21/2023

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR INFLUENCES ON THE WELL-BEING OF NURSES?

These are some of the negative factors we think can make a big difference on mood, health, and outlook:

⚠️ OVERWORK & LONG HOURS
⚠️ LACK OF PROFESSIONAL EMPOWERMENT OR RESOURCES
⚠️ EXECUTIVE MISMANAGEMENT
⚠️ FEELING UNDERVALUED OR UNDERPAID

Not all of these factors can be readily fixed, but there are positive steps that can be taken to promote wellbeing:

✅ PRIORITISE SUFFICIENT SLEEP
✅ MAKE TIME FOR REGULAR EXERCISE
✅ EAT HEALTHILY & REGULARLY
✅ KNOW YOUR LIMITS - AND SPEAK UP!

We’re hiring Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers for multiple locations across Ontario. Want to broaden your career and opportunities?
Send your resume to: [email protected]
Or call us for more info: (416) 857-1464

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