Finding a job today can be tricky but not impossible. With some organized thought and a “can do” attitude finding a job can be a little less challenging. Even though there is high demand for nurses today it still will take some effort to find the right nursing employment you have always dreamed of. There are many places to look and things to do to help get that dream job or at least employment to begin paving the way for your dream job. Here are a few ways to help your nursing employment effort.
When you are about to graduate from nursing school, recruiters will descend upon the campus with mini job fairs in search of the best and the brightest about to go out into the world. Health care providers and recruiters are looking for promising young minds to fill entry level positions. It wouldn’t hurt to frame that transcript and polish up your resume, being sure to highlight your clinical experience and take an interview or two. You may not find exactly the nursing employment you are looking for but whatever you do, you will gather valuable experience that you can put in your old kit bag and save for another day.
While you are in nursing school, you most likely will do an internship or two at a health care facility as part of your training, or perhaps work part time at such a place. If the facility is impressed with your work, attitude and overall competency, they may express an interest in your employment availability after graduation. It also wouldn’t hurt to inquire at these facilities if they are interested in hiring newly graduated nurses. Chances are they will and being their already may give you a leg up on the competition. The moral of the story? Be sure to treat your internship or part time job as a job interview.
If you have a desire to work at a certain health care facility, why not call human resources and ask about nursing employment availability? Some of the best jobs out there are not advertised. Most places keep a repertoire of resumes on hand in order to fill positions quickly. They may not even know they need you on their staff until you show up and let them know you are available. Always have an updated resume along with proof of your education and registrations and or certifications. Even if nothing is available at the time you inquire, always follow up with a thank you note or phone call. That courtesy might be just the thing the hiring officer remembers next time they need to hire a nurse.
Word of mouth is a great way to find a new job. When you are looking for your first job or looking to change jobs, let folks know you are looking. Network, network, network . Keep in contact with your nursing school classmates. Those working in the nursing field will know who is hiring and who isn’t. Develop contacts as you move along. Keep current with Nursing Associations; they often have their finger on the pulse of the work force. Always remember and never forget, don’t burn any bridges. You never know when you may have to cross them again.
When interviewing for nursing employment, whether it is your first job or you wish to change jobs after some years in the business, it will help to have a long term career goal and plan in place. Knowing where you want to go will help you decide where your career begins or the next step your career will take. Always take inventory of your skill level and experience. That will also help you decide when it is time to move on and what to move on to. Be a good scout and be prepared. You never know where life will take you.
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