article thumbnail

Building Capacity to Address Opioid Use Disorder: Results from an embedded education program in health profession curricula [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

The population of focus included medical students, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Intervention: Our university developed a training for pre-licensure physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners that included the required training for prescribers and a shadowing experience.

article thumbnail

Healthcare Jobs in Hamden, CT: Opportunities for Every Experience Level

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Entry level roles typically don’t require education beyond a high school diploma or GED. Registered nurse: RNs are responsible for more aspects of patient care, such as evaluating patients and coordinating treatment plans. RNs require at least a two-year Associate’s Degree in Nursing.

article thumbnail

What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

Key examples include: Well-child visits at regular intervals Childhood immunization series Developmental screenings Vision and hearing tests Dental health promotion Nutrition and physical activity counseling Safety education (car seats, bicycle helmets, etc.)