How To Find A Nursing Job - 8 Tips To Take Some Of The Headache Out Of Your Search
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Finding a nursing job is difficult and stressful, not to mention time-consuming. One of the main difficulties is that many schools that are looking to hire nurses have limited options when it comes to jobs in the area, which means they'll need you to move across state lines or go far from your family and friends if you want one of their coveted positions.
Luckily, there are some ways to make your job hunting a little bit easier. Here are 8 tips on how to find a nursing job:
1. Target the proper areas in which you have post-secondary education.
Most nursing jobs require that you have either a college degree or an Associate Degree in Nursing (with minimum credit). If you don't have this type of education, the best place to start your search is with schools near to where you live and where possible, campus-based nursing options instead of community health centers. This will help you meet the basic requirements that most places are looking for.
2. Try to make a connection with someone in the field- if you can.
Most of the time, nurses have to find a job on their own and rely on word of mouth or internet searches to find an available position, but if you have someone who has a job at a hospital or institution that's hiring, your chances of finding a gig are much higher than if you were doing it all on your own.
3. Be a great nurse, not just a good one.
If you want to land a position at a nursing job, you will need to prove that you are well worth the hire (you're going to have to pay for it) and that you are as good or better than the other candidates who will be vying for the same position. You can prove this by making your resume stand out by using "creative" language or working on your writing skills in order to make your application shine.
4. Be prepared to send out multiple applications.
Many nurses have only experienced the frustration of getting a call back from a job after having only sent out one application. This is not because the employer is picky- it's more because that person isn't really sure what they want and needs to see other candidates in order to make an informed final decision. The best thing you can do is get your resume ready and send it out as many times as possible so you know where you stand by the time an employer calls you in for an interview (or not).
5. Don't be afraid to follow up with employers.
If you send out one application and then wait the typical 30 days for a response, you're going to be in for some disappointment when it does come. You can send out another application and follow up again after 30 days or so if necessary. At the very least, you'll have sent a second application to see if your first was lost or overlooked. You might even get a call from the employer who missed your first round of applications but was curious enough to call you back (or at least they passed your information along): either way, this is a good thing!
6. Build a great resume.
When it comes to a resume, you don't need to use fancy language or fill your paper with needless information (that almost never gets read)- the best thing you can do is build a good foundation that highlights important skills and responsibilities that are relevant to nursing jobs. Most of the time, employers will be looking for experience with basic "human" things such as communicating well with others and showing leadership potential, so make sure these traits are very prominent on your resume.
7. Network in person with nurses in the profession.
If there are any nurse networking groups in your area, go to them! You can meet a lot of other people who might be able to help you find the best places to look for jobs, job openings, and even give you tips on how to find a nursing job.
8. If all else fails, try traveling someplace new.
If every other strategy has failed to help you find a Nursing Careers and Search position that's right for you, don't be afraid to pack your bags and move far away from home in order to do so. Just remember that there is a lot more to finding a job, such as getting settled in your new city and making connections with people in your chosen industry.
There are a lot of things that you can do to make your job hunt easier (and more fun), so don't be afraid to try something different if you're having trouble finding something in your own area. Just remember that the most important thing you can do is build a good resume by highlighting the skills that employers need and want!
Good luck!
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Published on October 26, 2013 by NCHS (National Career Health, Safety & Fitness Services)
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