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Memorization Techniques for Nurses 
As a nurse, you’re required to know anatomy and physiology, biology, pharmacology, and other areas of science. You also need to maintain your knowledge of modern medicine and are expected to attend continuing education classes. In order to retain what you learn, you will need excellent memorization techniques. Here are a few techniques you can use to improve your memory.  1.

Our Favorite Podcasts for Travel Nurses 
Travel nurses, by definition, have time to kill as they move from one assignment to the next. Why not grab a pair of headphones and enjoy podcasts for nurses as you travel to your latest host city? Podcasts are syndicated broadcasts, usually audio, that cover everything from DIY home projects to zoology.

Fastaff and U.S. Nursing Ranked #8 on the Denver Post’s 2016 Top Workplaces List 
Yesterday, Fastaff and U.S. Nursing received the honor of ranking #8 on the Denver Post’s 2016 Top Workplaces list. The companies value employee engagement and culture cultivation, and emphasize the need to provide programs that drive employee satisfaction. Fastaff and U.S.

April is Autism Awareness Month — Learn How Nurses Can Help Autistic Patients 
This year, in April, the blue light will once again shine on autism. During autism awareness month, nurses are encouraged to explore new techniques and research about the disorder. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports autism spectrum disorder is on the rise. As of 2010, one in every 68 children is diagnosed and that number continues to increase at an alarming rate.

How to Break Your Caffeine Habit 
If you're lucky, you can get up and go every day without any help. For many of us, however, caffeine provides the pick-me-up we need to get up early, stay up late and handle all of the challenges we face in between. That being said, a serious caffeine addiction can become problematic, especially if you find yourself unable to function without it.

Stay Motivated to Work Out: Tips for Nurses 
Working out on a regular basis helps you maintain the stamina you need to handle even the most difficult shifts. Unfortunately, staying motivated to work out isn't easy, especially when you have been on your feet all day. Below are six tips to help you stay motivated, even when the couch is calling your name.  1. Set clear goals for yourself. Before you begin your workout regimen, set clear goals.

Travel Nursing City Spotlight: Gainesville, GA 
Is your next travel assignment taking you to the city of Gainesville, Georgia? Resting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you can expect to enjoy a pretty incredible view among outdoorsy activities and cultural experiences. One of the perks of being a travel nurse is getting to explore your host city, so what might you find in this one? Here are five things to do in Gainesville, GA.

Fastaff Nurses Attend Colorado Avalanche Nurse Appreciation Night 
At Fastaff, we’re grateful for the opportunity to work with nurses who help ensure continuous quality patient care in communities across America. To show our gratitude, Fastaff partnered with the Colorado Avalanche to treat nine nurses on assignment in Colorado, and their guests, to a special night of live hockey.