Let’s Talk Nursing Your Career

Navy_nurses_attending_class_-_1940s_Chispa MagazineWorking in the field of medical healthcare is a very noble profession. Moreover, it is a very selfless job in which the day to day activities are primarily focused on caring for others. Still, this should never be an excuse to ignore the need to help yourself, not least for the sake of your career.

It would be very easy to settle for what you have, but striving for more is the hallmark of an empowered woman. Here are four ways in which you can take better care of your career in the field of medical care.

Learn More
Education is the key to opening new doors and opportunities. It has already got you to the point where you are working in your dream sector, but this shouldn’t signal the end of your learning path. With an RN to BSN online program, it’s possible to take your career to the next stage in next to no time. Better still, this type of learning allows you to continue working as normal.

Gaining further qualifications can make you a more suitable candidate for new roles and promotions. Whether those new opportunities come internally or elsewhere doesn’t matter. With more possibilities at your disposal, finding a well-paid and enjoyable role is more likely.

Be Proactive
Opportunities may occasionally present themselves to you. In most situations, though, it’ll be down to you to take responsibility and pursue new roles. Remembering to focus on all elements of the job rather than the pay alone is crucial. After all, your happiness at work is equally as vital as your salary expectations. You won’t provide excellent patient care if you’re actively unhappy.

This is also a great opportunity to look over your resume and cover letters. You only get one shot at making a good first impression and losing out on opportunities before the interview stage is career suicide. Do not forget it.

Go Agency
Working in a single institution is the right solution for many nurses. However, there are many positive factors to consider when looking at agency-based roles too. Every day is a new challenge while you may have a better shot at getting the hours you like. The hourly pay is often a little better too, which is undoubtedly another incentive.

Negative factors largely revolve around the lack of stability. There can be some frustrating moments, but it’s always worth weighing up the pros and cons of all routes. If all else fails, you could set up an agency firm of your own.

Consider Outside Factors
Finding a job where the shifts are enjoyable is essential. However, your day of work doesn’t start and end when you enter the hospital or healthcare facility. Learning to drive, for example, could make life a whole lot easier. This is especially true when working unsocial hours, which may be a relatively frequent thing when you’re a nurse.

Nursing is a career that relies heavily on interacting with people. Therefore. Developing better communication skills can be highly rewarding. This could include learning a new language. When you are more comfortable around others, every shift will be a little better.

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.