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Identifying Professional Goals and Promoting Career Development in Nursing Students Through Reflection and
Santina Abbate1, Kathleen M Gambino, Paula M Timoney
1About the Authors The authors are affiliated with Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York. Santina Abbate, PhD, MPA, RN, NE-BC, is clinical assistant professor and coordinator, Stony Brook Nursing Student Internship Program, Stony Brook University School of Nursing. Kathleen M. Gambino, EdD, RN, is clinical associate professor and program director, Registered Nurse to Baccalaureate Program and Registered Nurse to Master's Program, Stony Brook University School of Nursing. Paula M. Timoney, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, is clinical associate professor and chair, Graduate Studies in Nursing Organization and Leadership, and director, Master's in Nursing Leadership Program and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Programs, Stony Brook University School of Nursing. Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, MEd, ANP-C, is clinical associate professor and director, Master of Nursing Education Program, Stony Brook University School of Nursing. Marianna Savoca, PhD, is associate vice president for career readiness & experiential education, Career Center, and research associate professor, School of Professional Development, Stony Brook University Melville Library. Urszula Zalewski, MBA, MS, is director of experiential education, Career Center, Stony Brook University Melville Library. For more information, contact Dr. Gambino at kathleen.gambino@stonybrook.edu .
A virtual career development day improved nursing students' job search skills. This initiative enhanced interviewing abilities, resume writing, and professional goal clarity, aiding their transition to practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Career Development
- Higher Education
Background:
- Career planning is often overlooked in nursing curricula.
- Nursing student retention and professional advancement are key concerns.
- Effective job acquisition skills are crucial for new nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement a virtual simulated career development day for nursing students.
- To equip students with essential tools for job searching and employment.
- To enhance professional advancement and retention within a nursing program.
Main Methods:
- A virtual simulated career development day was established at a university's school of nursing.
- The program focused on providing job acquisition process navigation tools.
- Student feedback and course outcomes were used to evaluate the initiative.
Main Results:
- The virtual event provided students with tools for navigating the job acquisition process.
- Outcomes indicated improved interviewing skills and resume development.
- Students gained insight into their professional goals and values.
Conclusions:
- A virtual simulated career development day can effectively promote a successful transition to practice for nursing students.
- Developing superior interviewing skills, a strong resume, and self-awareness are vital for professional advancement.
- This approach can enhance retention and encourage progression in the nursing profession.
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