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The driver of the 18-wheeler, who was not injured, stated that he slowed down the rig because of rain. Troopers speculate that the reduced speed of the truck; combined with slippery conditions and possible lack of visibility, contributed to the crash. Investigators pointed out that rainy conditions can create serious risks for motorcycle riders. The surface of the roadway becomes extremely slick, especially when the vehicle is not equipped with tires that provide control and stability. Many experts advise not riding in wet conditions at all, and avoiding hitting the road shortly after rainfall. The roads are coated with brake fluid, oil, grime, and debris before it rains. Once the rain starts, these materials form into a deadly concoction on the pavement.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital was recently named one of the country's 50 top cardiovascular hospitals by Truven Health Analytics for their outstanding clinical achievements. The Truven study is currently in its 17th year and picks out the very best providers of cardiovascular care based on publicly available data relating to patient outcomes as well as operational efficiencies. This marks the third time that the Oklahoma Heart Hospital has been given this award from Truven.

MetroCare Hospital Day was created eight years ago with the goal of providing students with more hands-on experience. Since then this program has been revised to include a number of different career programs and community partners. In the past HCC students could only set up a mock hospital to pretend treating fellow students and staff members with simulated injuries. Last year, however, HCC Lab Simulation Coordinator Josie Scott decided to improve upon this program for a more realistic learning experience that would benefit students greatly.

Dentists in Oklahoma City Gary R. Rahill, DDS and David A. Simon, DDS, utilize state-of-the-art technology and techniques in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. At their private practice Dr. Rahill and Dr. Simon provide their patients a comprehensive list of dental care services that minimize the need to visit other dentists for their patients.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital currently has over 20 different nursing positions open for full-time, part-time, and flex-time. Some of the different departments that these positions are in include the critical care unit, surgery, cath lab, and south medical office building. There are unique requirements for each position that demand adequate education, training, and experience.

Metro Tech has recently launched a student leadership academy alongside OCKSP Bodine Elementary to enhance the educational experience of its students. ACCORD, which stands for Action, Communication, Overcoming, Resilience, and Diversity, is funded by a grant from the Kirkpatrick Foundation as well as funds from the Metro Tech Foundation.

January is officially National Mentoring Month, and Thank Your Mentor Day was created back in 2002 by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public  Health, as well as MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital is currently searching for numerous nurses for its Critical Care Unit. There is an immediate $5,000 sign-on bonus for those who get hired into this particular position. Those who are hired as a CCU nurse at this hospital must take responsibility and accountability for a group of patients and provide care via various therapeutic treatments, interventions, and other means. This nurse must demonstrate an adequate amount of knowledge and professionalism.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital has a number of different nursing positions open for qualified applicants, including CCU House Resource RN, the Cath Lab and LPN/Triage. These positions are mostly full time, though some of them are flex and float shifts. The nursing positions that are open are in a number of different departments throughout the hospital, including the Critical Care Unit, PACU, Cath Lab, and others. Those who are qualified for the respective positions are encouraged to visit Oklahoma Heart Hospital's website to apply

Neurolumen is an Oklahoma City based medical technology firm that specialized in using advanced laser technology and electrical stimulation to relieve pain and promote healing. The company was founded in 2008 by entrepreneur Doug Durning and bio-chemistry major and product inventor, Shelly Henry. The medical device was originally designed to treat Henry's daughter after a major car accident. However, the results and efficacy with which it worked on Henry's daughter were so undeniable they put the wrap into production. It has since been used with great success by doctors and caregivers in hospitals and clinics all over the US, and now it will be made available to VA hospitals and Veterans. The Veteran can use this unit in their home or in the clinic.

There are currently a number of open nursing positions available at Oklahoma Heart Hospital for professional caregivers. Those who are hired for this position will have a number of responsibilities, including being completely accountable for a group of patients at a certain time frame. These nurses are in charge of providing care for their patients with therapeutic use of self, nursing interventions, modalities, treatments, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the therapeutic environment as a whole.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital is currently looking for registered nurses for their Cath Lab. All applicants must be able to demonstrate the appropriate level of knowledge and adhere to all federal and state regulations. Nurses at this hospital must also be able to monitor, scrub, and/or circulate on all Cath Lab procedures, including Electro physiology, AICD, and Pacemaker insertions. Those who take this position also must be able to properly operate all equipment efficiently in the Cath Lab department.

Nikki Coshow, principal of Bodine Elementary school, was recently approached by Metro Tech site directors regarding a partnership that would provide students with even more educational opportunities in Oklahoma City. This partnership was solidified between the two schools and faculty and staff have worked hard together to ensure that their students get what they need for a quality education.

Metro Technology Centers recently won the Leadership in Excellence Award for 2015, which is considered to be the most prestigious award for performance excellence given by the Oklahoma Quality Foundation.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital is currently looking to hire a sonographer for their Vein Clinic. This job comes with an immediate $5,000 sign on bonus and it is a full-time position. The person who is hired for this position needs to be able to perform all necessary tasks, including quality echocardiograms as well as vascular studies and stress echoes.

The Metro Tech Foundation earned just over $14,000 from its very first golf tournament, which was hosted at the Lincoln Park Golf Club. This tournament featured 17 different teams, 5 sponsors, 13 hole sponsors, and a number of different prize and swag bag sponsors.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital currently has a number of open full time nursing positions. Those who are hired for this position will be in charge of providing patients with care and creating a therapeutic environment.

As of the first half of 2015, an estimated 9.5% of all American households, or 10.85 million households, currently rent a self-storage unit. Many people turn to storage units when they don't want to throw away their belongings but need a little bit of extra room in their home or when moving as a way to store unneeded items during the move. Self-storage units are typically rented by the month and do not have a long-term contract so they can be rented for as little as a month or as long as necessary.

Maurice Ferris is pleased to announce the creation and launch of his new website venture, www.SpectroHomesNMore.info. The website features a broad assortment of home and garden products including home design products, outdoor landscaping products, sustainable home products, and much more. Ferris was inspired to start his website by his own interest in home and gardening and his perception of the need for these products. He started his site to offer a wide selection of different home and garden items to anyone wishing to transform their home or garden.

Metro Technology Centers have recently partnered with the Oklahoma City Police Department for the school's Pre-Law Enforcement Program.

There is a $5,000 sign on bonus for those who are hired by Oklahoma Heart Hospital as a sonographer. Those who are hired into this position will be responsible for performing quality echocardiograms, stress echoes, and vascular studies.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital currently has a position open for a pharmacy tech who will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care services. This position requires processing medication under the direct supervision of a pharmacist as well as checking nursing units for proper medication storage, repackages, and barcode medications.

Stanley Pricer is pleased to announce the creation and launch of his new website venture www.HomeBusinessOfficeShoppe.com. The website features a broad assortment of office products for your home or business office including office electronics, paper products, desk accessories, office organization, writing utensils, and office furniture. Pricer was inspired to start his website by his own experience in a business office setting. He knows the kinds of things that can help make an office work more efficiently and effectively. He started his website to supply home and business offices with all of the items they would need to make a workspace more successful.

Vehicle wraps offer the opportunity to garner more than 10,000 views every day and, with the help of Vehicle Wraps, companies find they can increase customer awareness and ensure a good return on investment. Businesses choosing this option find the wraps offer the lowest cost-per-impression rate of any form of advertising offered today, yet they remain very affordable for even the smallest business enterprise. The message cannot be shut off, as many forms of advertising can, and the message is displayed at all hours of the day and night, depending on where the vehicle is driven and parked.

Metro Tech is hosting the Wellness Conference in OKC , which is being combined with the 14th annual Oklahoma City Holistic Health Fair from September 29th-30th at the Metro Tech Business Conference Center.

A total of 14 students from the Health Career Center travelled all the way to Anaheim, CA to attend the Future Health Professionals (HOSA) National Leadership Conference and Competition.

There are currently CT and radiology tech job openings available at Oklahoma Heart Hospital on a full-time basis. These support services require individuals who have the necessary certification with the ARRT and current BLS certification. Those who are interested in a CT tech position will need to be CT registered or registry eligible. These positions will require those who fill them to work under the direct supervision of the radiology team leader and physician reading the exam.