Day in the Life

The “Day in the Life” articles explore the certification and education requirements, daily responsibilities, and work environments of popular careers in healthcare administration.

Nursing Home Executive Director - A Day in the Life October 4, 2024

Nursing Home Executive Director - A Day in the Life

A nursing home executive director, sometimes called a “nursing home administrator,” is responsible for maintaining all operations of a long-term care facility. This requires a delicate balance of business acumen and empathetic leadership.

Healthcare Marketing Manager - A Day in the Life July 15, 2024

Healthcare Marketing Manager - A Day in the Life

It was found that in 2021, the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry in the United States spent nearly 14 billion U.S dollars on digital advertising in the country. But getting people to do what’s in their best interest isn’t as easy as it sounds. Welcome to the complex world of healthcare marketing management.

A Day in the Life of a Hospital Administrator April 22, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Hospital Administrator

The day-to-day life of a hospital administrator varies according to the specific environment in which one works. The administrator of a small rural hospital will have a considerably different experience than one who works for a large network.

A Day in the Life of a Clinical Research Associate April 17, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Clinical Research Associate

The clinical research associate acts as a liaison between the study's sponsor (e.g., pharmaceutical company) and the clinics where the study takes place. Because results of a clinical trial must be kept entirely transparent and not influenced by the interests of the sponsor, this is a critical role.

Assisted Living Administrator - A Day in the Life April 11, 2024

Assisted Living Administrator - A Day in the Life

Assisted living administrators are responsible for a wide scope of responsibilities that vary from facility to facility, but the ultimate goal is to provide a secure and empowering environment for the elderly population they serve.

A Day in the Life of a Hospital CEO - An Interview with Dr. David Pate March 18, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Hospital CEO - An Interview with Dr. David Pate

Being the chief executive officer of a hospital means being part business leader and part politician, requiring a blend of diplomacy, advocacy, business management, and financial sense. And the stakes of this role aren’t just profit and loss, but life and death.

Healthcare Consultant - A Day in the Life August 2, 2023

Healthcare Consultant - A Day in the Life

Top consulting firms like McKinsey and Deloitte can pay healthcare consultants a base salary of $140,000. Combined with signing and performance bonuses, one’s total compensation can easily exceed $200,000 per year.

Food Safety Manager - A Day in the Life August 15, 2022

Food Safety Manager - A Day in the Life

Food safety managers work anywhere there is food. This can include restaurants, hospitals, food production facilities, schools, and hotels. Their primary job is to ensure that food is safe for consumers. To accomplish this, they must know and abide by all local, state, and federal food safety laws, monitor food handling procedures in their establishment, train staff, and perform audits.

Nurse Educator - A Day in the Life June 17, 2022

Nurse Educator - A Day in the Life

Nurse educators are responsible for helping to train the next generation of nurses. They work in all nursing programs, from associate degrees to doctorates. The two primary places nurse educators work are in educational programs providing instruction and in clinical settings supervising nursing student clinical internships.