If you want to have a rewarding career as a nurse, make
certain to find a nursing job that fits your personality and capabilities.
There are hundreds of different types of nursing specialties from which you can
choose, but you need to realize that the profession is quite diverse. Take time
to plan your career, even if you have not yet selected the particular nursing
niche that is best for you. A good career fit is of utmost importance for any
discipline, but especially for nurses.
Before setting out to find that first job as a professional
nurse, make a list of your specific job skills and your unique personal
preferences for the jobs that are available. Medical workers who wear medical scrubs
know that the field is wide open, featuring so many niches and sub-categories
that it is easy to become confused. Take time to study the different nursing
specialties, making note what types of education each one calls for. Some
surgical nursing jobs, for example, typically require one or more certifications.
If you consider yourself a ‘people person,’ then a large
hospital might be a good place for you to work. The choices in this case are
unlimited. You could pick a career as an emergency room nurse, or work in labor
and delivery. The main thing to consider is that hospitals are places of much
social interaction. On the other hand, if you tend to work best alone, or with
a small group of people, then maybe you should consider home health nursing or
hospice jobs. Either way, you will likely be wearing scrubs.
If you make the time to research different types of nursing
careers, you will be well on your way to finding the perfect career niche.
Remember that with just a few years of experience under your belt, or in the
pocket of your scrubs as the case may be, you can earn a good salary as a
professional nurse, regardless of the specialty you choose.
