Nurse and medical professional shortages are a very real problem in today’s healthcare industry. There’s no doubt that many employers and recruiting agencies are confronted with major staffing challenges. However, this reality is not an excuse for making subpar hires.
The U.S. job market is still very hot, and healthcare jobs are in abundance. However, that doesn’t mean you should take anything for granted. As a prospective or recent nursing graduate, there are steps you can take to improve your odds of securing that dream career.
Most medical organizations know branding is very important when it comes to sales and marketing efforts. However, did you know it’s also critical for effective nurse and employee recruitment? Healthcare candidates are in high demand, and successful companies should view them similarly to customers.
Sometimes trends aren’t noticeable in real time. Only in hindsight do we see change was taking place. In terms of medical staff recruitment and hiring, it seems history may prove 2019 to be a pivotal year.
Job interviews are stressful for most nurse and healthcare candidates. Applicants often feel like they have one chance to “prove” their worth and must make the most of it in rushed circumstances. However, successful job seekers are wise to remember they’ve actually been preparing for the interview for quite some
It’s no secret that word-of-mouth employee referrals are crucial for healthcare staffing agencies. The old saying, “birds of a feather flock together,” often rings true. And, great healthcare professionals tend to form tight networks. Many agencies offer great sign-on benefits and bonuses. For example, the well known travel nurse agency
Accurately accessing a candidate’s or employee’s credentials is important in most industries. However, it’s perhaps most critical in healthcare. The consequences of hiring an incompetent nurse or therapist can be dangerous; putting both patients and the company at risk.
There’s a lot to love about being a nurse! The job affords many opportunities and great pay. However, one tough reality for many healthcare professionals is the “typical” 12-hour shift. Although nursing can be quite flexible, it often is not a nine-to-five job.