Season of Care — Day 5 Today’s spotlight: Dentists. They prevent disease, relieve pain, and strengthen community health—especially in rural areas where access matters. Learn more in the Nebraska Health Careers Book: bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care Day 6: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) RDNs work in hospitals, clinics, sports performance, the food industry, research, media, and more. If nutrition + health + science is your passion, this career is worth a look. Learn more: bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care Day 7: Medication Aide Medication Aides support nurses, administer medications, and ensure safe patient care, often in long-term care and community health. This role is a great starting point for a nursing career. Learn more : bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 8 Social Worker Social Workers provide support, advocacy, and resources in hospitals, schools, clinics, and community programs. If you want a career focused on helping others thrive, explore Social Work in the Health Careers Book: bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care Say 9 – Dental Hygiene Dental hygienists are prevention experts and key members of the dental team. Strong job outlook ✔️ Multiple work settings ✔️ High impact on community health ✔️ Learn more in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 10 Perfusionists are high-skill, high-demand role in surgical teams. They manage the heart-lung machine during surgery. Learn more in the the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Day 11 Respiratory Therapists help patients breathe easier , from NICU infants to adults in critical care. Strong job outlook. Multiple work settings. High-impact, team-based care. Explore this career in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Day 12 Behavioral health professionals provide counseling, support, and evidence-based care across clinics, schools, hospitals, and community programs. A career field in high-demand. Learn more in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who represent a key step on the nursing career ladder. They provide diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care across many settings. Explore this career in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 14 Healthcare administrators lead hospitals, clinics, and health systems as CEOs, managers, and operations leaders. They shape strategy, operations, and access to care across many settings. Check out the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 15 Becoming a physician is challenging, but achievable goal for students committed to learning, service, and patient care. Medicine offers many paths and specialties with lasting impact. Learn more: Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt .

Season of Care • Day 16 Radiologic Technologists support patient care through medical imaging. This popular career is in strong demand and opportunities to add certifications and advance over time. Explore this career in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 17 • Pharmacy Pharmacists ensure medications are safe, effective, and understood by patients. A science-driven profession with multiple career paths and long-term impact. Learn more in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Day 18 Public Health protects and improves community health through prevention, and education. There are multiple paths into the field, direct study or adding public health to a health career. Check the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt

Season of Care • Day 19 Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) are advanced practice nurses who provide anesthesia and pain management. A high-level role on the nursing career ladder with strong demand. Check out the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Catch-Up Spotlight • EMT / Paramedic EMTs and Paramedics provide urgent, lifesaving care as first responders. A career with strong demand and pathways into advanced health professions. Learn more in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Day 22 • Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapists help people regain independence and participate fully in daily life. A patient-centered career with strong demand and meaningful impact. Check out the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Season of Care • Day 23 • Dental Assistant Dental Assistants are essential members of the dental team and they are in high demand in our region. A hands-on, team-based career with real opportunity. Learn more in the Nebraska Health Career Book bit.ly/4otbbzt.

Happy National Registered Dietitian Day! Today we celebrate the dedicated professionals who empower our communities to make healthy choices and support wellness at every stage of life. Thank you to all the Registered Dietitians making a difference every day! #RDNDay #AHECWorks

Big day, big future. Northern Nebraska AHEC Congratulates all medical students on Match Day! Your next chapter starts now, and the impact you’ll make as physicians is just beginning.