Posts Tagged with "Career Advancement"
View all postsPhysicians: How to Start the New Year Right
By Shani Saks, DO - January 4, 2023
After some well-deserved time off for the holidays, you're back at your practice and ready to kick the year off. Here are a few smart tips to help you start the year right, prevent burnout and be the best, most efficient physician you can be.
Top 9 Things You Should Do When Leaving an Employer
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - December 7, 2022
Starting a new job is an exciting time, but it's important to first leave your old one properly. It can be tempting to go out by telling your old boss how you really feel, but leaving amicably is almost always better for your future career success. Here are 9 things you should do when quitting your job.
New Job Checklist for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - September 29, 2022
So, you've graduated from your Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program, passed your certification exam, and accepted your job. Now, how can you be the best possible NP/PA for your hospital or practice? Physician Assistant Jacob Bollinger offers this 10-step checklist for getting a good start on your first job.
Should You Apply to Positions You Are Under-Qualified For?
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - June 29, 2022
You've found a job posting, but you're not so sure you meet the requirements to apply. On one hand you don't want to miss this opportunity, but on the other you don't want to waste your time. So the question stands, should you apply? Well, it depends.
Focus on Career Development to Recruit and Retain Top Talent
By Riia O'Donnell - January 19, 2022
One effective way to source candidates is to provide pathways for their future. Most job seekers are seeking fulfillment and career advancement opportunities from the jobs they take, so offering career development as an advantage under your organization's 'plus' column is key to securing top talent for every department at the facility.
7 Things You Should Do the First 7 Weeks of Your New Job
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - November 10, 2021
You've finally landed your dream job, now you have to keep it. Making a good first impression on your colleagues and employer in the first few weeks will be critical to your long-term success in your position. Here we've collected 7 things you should be doing during the first 7 weeks of your new job.
Physician Assistant Career Advancement Through Higher Education and Certification
By Russell Singleton, PA - June 8, 2021
You're in a rut as a physician assistant, longing for more career fulfillment. The thought of going back to medical school and throwing away your years of experience in the trenches as a PA is daunting, however. What other options are available for those aspiring advanced practitioners to further their education?
How to Tell if a Hospital's Culture is a Good Fit for You
By David Beran, DO - October 7, 2020
Culture is the unmeasurable experience of being there day to day. Fortunately, unmeasurable doesn’t mean undiscoverable. You can gain insight into the culture of a prospective workplace before you sign a contract by implementing the following strategies...
Is Nursing Leadership Right for You?
By Melissa Mills, MHA, BSN, RN - November 15, 2019
No matter where you see yourself in the spectrum of nurse leadership, it’s critical that you understand a few of the qualities that successful nurse leaders possess. Here are a few characteristics of successful nurse leaders that will help you decide if nursing leadership may be a good fit.
Attract and Retain Talent Through Career Development
By Riia O'Donnell - September 25, 2018
In the war for talent, institutions must use every available tool to attract applicants to the fold. For many job seekers, a new position is only the beginning of their “wish list” for employment; career development and advancement are top of mind when looking for a new job. In fact, the number one reason working candidates search for a new opportunity is career advancement...
