6/2/2012 - Landing Your Dream Nursing Job

Even though nursing is one of the fastest growing professions, in this tough economic climate nurse job seekers face stiff competition like never before. Now more than ever the number of nurse job seekers is very high and the employers will be selecting the most qualified and experienced candidates who meet their needs. While this may find it harder for you to land in your dream job you can still find a nursing position if you are determined, experienced and update yourself about the latest recruitment trends existing in the industry.The following tips may help you to identify and land in your dream nursing jobs.

 Searching strategy for nursing Jobs

 The first thing you have to consider is to be aware of all search practices and venues that may help you to find the opportunities around you. Networking online and offline will help you to do this. Social Media Networking sites offer a lot of potential for this. In addition to that online searches by understanding your exact requirements and keywords can tailor your search results. Such Google searches can help you to identify your tailored opportunities. Nursing conferences and meetings are ideal platforms to network and connect with people to share information and identify the right opportunities. Traditional and Virtual job fairs are other venues to find your nursing job opportunities.

 Broaden your horizons

 It is absolutely necessary to look at various options as you don’t know from where the right opportunities will come. For a fresher it is necessary to gain experience and for an experienced nurse it is necessary to update their skills and specialisation through research and further education. This will improve your expertise and satisfy the employer job requirements.

 Preparing a unique CV

 Unique CVs can grab attention of employers as most of the recruiters do not spend much time on each CV to assess it. A well written resume can address this issue as it is specific to the job requirements in terms of qualification and experience. The achievements in previous positions can be well outlined so that the recruiters will definitely pay attention to that. Use a Cover letter even when submitting the CVs online.               

 Appearing for Interview

 When you appear for the interview you’ve the opportunity to sell yourself in person. The following tips will help you to excel in your interview. You’ve been invited to interview as your resume has created a positive impression.

1. Stay focussed to create a good impression in person

    

2. Exhibit professionalism

    

3. Neat in appearance

    

4. Show positive attitude and enthusiasm

    

5. Be knowledgeable and give specific answers

    

6. Know more about employer

    

7. Follow up after the interview

 Whether you’re fresher or experienced nurse be professional, positive, prepared and knowledgeable to be recruited in a new position in nursing.

Reference:

 http://www.nursingworld.org/careercenter/resources/ToughEconomy.pdf