Nursing

A career in Nursing provides knowledge that would apply to a variety of occupational settings in both private and public sectors. Use your time at Bethel to decide how you will build up from that foundation.

What is Your Focus?

Here's how to build skills as a Bethel student that will prepare you to compete for some of the most popular jobs related to Nursing.

Staff Nursing

Areas of Practice:

Medical/Surgical Specialties, Pediatrics, Operating/Recovery Room, Women's Health, Newborn, Emergency Room

Potential Employers:
Hospitals, Clinics, Extended Care Facilities, Psychiatric Units, Educational Institutions, Home Health Care Agencies, Large Corporations

Strategies:

Gain experience through externships, internships and volunteer positions
Develop organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to handle stressful situations
Seek opportunities to work with people from diverse cultures
Obtain a master's degree for positions such as clinical specialist, nurse administrator

Public/Community Health/Government

Areas of Practice:

Home Health Care, Rural Nursing, Health Education, Policy Development, Administration, Occupational Health

Potential Employers:
Mental Health Facilities, Daycare Centers, Religious Organizations, Social Service Agencies, Home Health Care Agencies, Public and Private Schools, Government Health Agencies, Armed Services, Prisons

Strategies:

Develop skills in management and decision-making
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
Expand knowledge of health issues in area of specialization
Obtain internships and volunteer positions
Expand knowledge of health issues related to age, cultures, religions, ethics and government policies

Long-Term Care

Areas of Practice:

Chronic Health Conditions

Potential Employers:
Nursing Homes, Retirement Centers, Hospice Organizations, Rehabilitation Centers

Strategies:

Gain experience with geriatric and home health populations
Pursue graduate programs for advancement
Take additional courses in holistic health, death and dying and medical ethics

Independent Practice

Areas of Practice:

Travel Nurse, Clinician, Anesthetist, Midwifery, Personal Services Contracting

Potential Employers:
Healthcare Staffing Agencies, Health Maintenance Organizations, Business and Industry, Health Services Centers, Self-Employment

Strategies:

Consider a double major or minor in business
Acquire internships or part-time work in area of specialization
Plan on acquiring experience, advanced education and certification

Education

Areas of Practice:

Teaching, Educational Administration, Counseling

Potential Employers:
Community Education Programs, Wellness Centers, Schools of Nursing, Colleges and University

Strategies:

Take courses in the principles and practices of teaching
Pursue an advanced degree to teach at the college and university level
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills

Research

Areas of Practice:

Clinical Research, Research Coordinator

Potential Employers:
Medical Centers, Colleges and University, Centers for nursing Research, Hospitals

Strategies:

Gain research experience with independent study or course projects
Consider obtaining a Ph.D.
Demonstrate analytical thinking skills and communication skills

Employment Web Sites

General Career Exploration Website - O*Net
Spotlight on Careers Website (You must be logged into the Bethel network to receive access to this site.)

Job Search Sites Specific to Your Major

Advance for Healthcare Careers - provides RNs and LPNs with Minnesota nursing jobs from across the state

Army Careers

Bethel University Department of Nursing Career Network on AfterCollege - Network with alumni from our program, search exclusive jobs and internships, receive updates on scholarships, new jobs, and important announcements

Courage Center - Many opportunities in nursing and the healthcare field are available.

Emeritus Senior Living - A nursing and hospitality organization aimed at promoting health, independence, and supportive environment for seniors. Openings in various disciplines and in various cities across the US.

Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare - Various positions including nursing, therapy, business and social work are available at Gillette Children's.

MedicalWorkers.com - Search for jobs

MNHospitalJobs.com - Minnesota Hospital Association's recruitment website designed to provide each healthcare professional with the ability to tailor their job hunting efforts to the hospital that best fits their experience, education and interest.

Jobs at North Memorial

Nursing-jobs.us - Search for Jobs by State and City

Nurse.com - Gives recent information about the nursing market by state or region,local/national nursing news, continuing education and career opportunities

Nursezone.com - Similar to Nurse.com with the addition of a Job Center

Nursinglink.com - Nursing advice, networking, jobs

Nursing Jobs Help- Provides a lot of information, including a list of “Nursing Jobs Outside of Hospitals”, “Guide to the Internet for Nursing Job Seekers”, and “Nursing Organizations”

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration- Data on Health Professional Shortage Areas:http://datawarehouse.hrsa.gov/hpsadetail.aspx

Professional Nursing Organizations

Need More Information?

For more information or assistance with an internship, graduate school or the job search process, please set up an appointment with a Career Counselor in the Office of Career Services by calling 651.638.6460 or stopping by CC322

Adapted from:
http://careers.wcu.edu

http://careers.wcu.edu/majors/pdf/nursing.pdf

http://louisville, edu/career/Nursing.pdf/view