Find Your Dream Job (100 Points)
Let’s find your dream job! You will do research to find your dream job in the health field and what type of education and skills you will need to get this job. The purpose of this activity is to help you gain a better understanding of how your intended major, future education goals, and skills need to be applied to the career you want. You will need to download your completed assignment as a PDF and add it to your ePortfolio under the “Dream Job” section in Assignments.
- To get started, complete the following quiz: https://advance.appily.com/careers/healthcare/quiz
- What were your results?
My result was a Practitioner.
- Did they surprise you? Why or why not?
This did surprise me because I never even thought about being a Practitioner before.
- Find at least 3 job postings that you would be interested in applying to that requires the degree you are currently pursuing or a degree you’re interested in pursuing. Examples of where to search: Indeed.com, LinkedIn, USA Jobs, Glassdoor, or just Google the job you want to find! Copy and paste the job postings below. Answer the questions under each link in complete sentences.
- Job 1 Link: ICU Nurse
- Identify the salary range: $86,268
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job?
At least two years of general nursing experience as a registered nurse.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required?
Bachelors in Science of Nursing
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?
Critical thinking, advanced life support knowledge, effective communication, medication administration, close patient monitoring, rapid response to emergencies, collaboration with other healthcare professionals, and the ability to interpret complex medical situations.
- Job 2 Link: ER Nurse
- Identify the salary range: $78,868
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job?
At least 1-2 years of general nursing experience in a hospital setting, ideally with some critical care or emergency nursing experience to be considered a strong candidate.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required?
Bachelors in Science of Nursing
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?
Rapid patient assessment, triage, stabilizing critical conditions, performing immediate interventions, administering medications, effective communication with patients and healthcare team, maintaining composure under pressure, critical thinking, and demonstrating physical stamina to handle demanding situations in a fast-paced environment.
- Job 3 Link: OR Nurse
- Identify the salary range: $89,325
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job?
At least one year of experience as a registered nurse (RN) in a clinical setting.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required?
Bachelors in Science of Nursing
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?
Sterile technique, surgical instrument knowledge, and the ability to anticipate the surgeon’s needs, along with strong communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills to ensure a safe and smooth surgical procedure.
Reflection: From the 3 job postings you found, choose one job you want the most. Why does this job appeal to you the most? What skills do you already possess that would help you to get this job? Identify skills you are still building or need more experience performing. Discuss options to sharpen or learn the skills you will need to gain.
The role of an ER nurse appeals to me because it allows me to make a real difference during some of the most intense and vulnerable moments in people’s lives. I enjoy the challenge of thinking quickly and problem-solving in high-pressure situations, while also offering comfort and reassurance to patients. My strong communication skills, ability to listen, and emotional awareness help me connect with patients and work well with the team. However, I’m still building my confidence in some advanced clinical skills and managing multiple urgent cases at once. To improve, I plan to pursue certifications like ACLS and TNCC and seek out more hands-on experience in fast-paced environments through simulations and mentorship.