A Heartfelt Farewell: Reflecting on 40 Years of Supporting NNPs

Dear NNP Community, After 40+ years in the recruitment business, 30 of which have been focused on exclusively recruiting NNPs, it is time for me to step away and spend more time with family and friends and to see what this “retirement thing” is all about. As such, I will be [...]

A Heartfelt Farewell: Reflecting on 40 Years of Supporting NNPs2024-11-14T06:33:45+00:00

Behavioral Interview Questions: Why They’re Asked and How to Answer Them

Preparing for an interview can be daunting, even if you’re confident you have the qualifications for the role. One technique healthcare systems use to screen nurses and other professionals is behavioral interview questions. Understanding why these questions are asked and how to answer them effectively can set you apart from [...]

Behavioral Interview Questions: Why They’re Asked and How to Answer Them2024-10-21T15:03:36+00:00

Strategies to Deal with Difficult Personalities in Your NICU Team

Working in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is both rewarding, and at times, challenging. The stakes are high as you care for the most vulnerable patients, and stress levels can run high as a result. Navigating interpersonal dynamics in such a high-pressure environment can sometimes be as demanding as [...]

Strategies to Deal with Difficult Personalities in Your NICU Team2024-09-13T13:17:19+00:00

Come Meet Ensearch at NANN & FANNP This Fall!

This fall, several conferences are taking place for neonatal professionals, offering unmissable opportunities for networking and learning alongside healthcare colleagues. For this season, Ensearch will be exhibiting at two of the sector’s leading conferences: The National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) 40th Annual Conference and the Florida Association of Neonatal [...]

Come Meet Ensearch at NANN & FANNP This Fall!2024-08-20T06:04:18+00:00

How to Build Your Leadership Skills While Working in a Clinical Role

In the demanding, fast-paced world of healthcare, having strong leadership skills is essential for career progression and effective patient care. As a neonatal nurse practitioner, honing leadership abilities will help you influence positive change, encourage teamwork, and ultimately, deliver better outcomes for patients. Here, we discuss some ways you can [...]

How to Build Your Leadership Skills While Working in a Clinical Role2024-07-17T07:12:15+00:00

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Job Success

As an NNP, possessing clinical skills is of critical importance for fulfilling your role effectively. Yet, there’s another crucial component in job success: emotional intelligence. While your clinical proficiencies will open doors, it’s emotional intelligence that will help you excel in your career long-term and navigate the complexities of interpersonal [...]

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Job Success2024-06-17T12:51:06+00:00

What’s New in the NICU? A Look at the Newest Technologies and Treatments for NICU Patient Care

In the NICU environment, there are many tools and technologies that allow you to provide the highest level of care to the most vulnerable patients. While NICUs are better equipped to ensure top-notch treatment than ever before, there’s always room for advancements that can offer even better care. Here, we [...]

What’s New in the NICU? A Look at the Newest Technologies and Treatments for NICU Patient Care2024-05-17T13:42:25+00:00

The Benefits of Using a Recruiter in Your Job Search

Whether you’re a recent neonatal nurse practitioner graduate or a seasoned NNP with decades of experience, working with a recruiter can streamline the job search process at any stage in your career. Recruiters offer compelling benefits that can make the transition to your next role smoother and simpler. And the [...]

The Benefits of Using a Recruiter in Your Job Search2024-04-16T11:59:29+00:00

What Does Research Show About the Impact of Work Shift Lengths on Patient & Provider Experiences?

Long shifts for nurses are standard in most hospitals. According to a 2022 study of 577 hospitals, up to 80% of nurses work 12-hour shifts. But just because it’s become the accepted schedule for nursing professionals, that doesn’t necessarily make it the best. Are 12-hour shifts really working? Here’s what the [...]

What Does Research Show About the Impact of Work Shift Lengths on Patient & Provider Experiences?2024-03-14T12:02:07+00:00