Exploring Career Paths
...e: Healthcare Administrator Public Health Nurse Educator Skills I have acquired in my professional life that I would like to use: Academic training/previous work experience An Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of Nursing A commitment to professional development and continuing education Previous positions in healthcare organizations or other business organizations Communication skills Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to develop and present reports and proposals Adaptability/organizational fit Personal and career objectives that mesh with those of the organization Ability to work well with others, including superiors, subordinates, and peers Attitude and appearance that communicate confidence, maturity, and competence Dependability, judgment, character Maturity to make decisions and take responsibility for them Honest and ethical business conduct Willingness to make a commitment to the organization General management skills Leadership that inspires and motivates others Ability to train, delegate, evaluate, coordinate, and negotiate Skills and interests developed in my personal life: Critical Thinking Decision Making The organizational sector/environment I would like to work in: Healthcare "provider" organizations: hospitals, health systems, clinics, medical groups, academic medical centers, hospices, or home health agencies; "payer" organizations: PPO’s and Medicare or Medicaid; lead policy, regulatory organizations, advocacy organizations, public health department or health related community based organizations all in the area of operations, patient care, finance, human resources, information technology, public relations, policy analysis, marketing, provider relations, clinical services, business development or contracting and facilities and support services. Types of information I need: Salaries - Base, Mid and Max Level of education required Number and level of years experience expected People I can contact are: Human Resources Manager Healthcare Education Resource Coordinator Nursing Recruiters Hospital Administrators Co-workers Other sources of information: Internet Local and Hospital Library Community Resources The costs associated with making this shift are: Family resources Job resignations Entry level advancements Education grants and loans Bank loans The benefits of making this shift are: Job satisfaction Salary satisfaction and increase Family viability and preservation Jo...