News for April 10th -17th 2012

In the News

Health Care Jobs Will Grow Twice as Fast as General Economy, Study Says - According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, (17April2012), "By 2020, nearly one in nine jobs in the United States will be in the health care sector, according to new research from the Center for Health Workforce Studies. The largest job growth is expected among RNs, home health aides, and personal care aides." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE. US Department of Labor launches Virtual Career Network to highlight job opportunities and training in health care - According to the US Department of Labor news release, (16April2012), "The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a new online tool that will allow current and prospective health care workers to explore more than 80 different occupations, identify local education and training programs, and tap into current job listings." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE. Healthcare Jobs Activity Surging on Social Media - According to Health Leaders Media, (13April2012), "A recent survey, finds that people employed in healthcare have increased their use of social media to look for jobs, apply for new positions and network with colleagues." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.