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Zh'Ryia
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what skills are employer looking for a part time job as a college student becoming a RN ?
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Christine R.
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Just adding my input you might want to look into a patient tech position which is what a lot of hospitals call them, in most cases you might not need to be a CNA but would need your BLS, which I would imagine you might have as most nursing schools if not all in VA require it. Good communication skills are essential, a willingness to learn, and compassion, as a nurse these skills have opened different doors in my career. I would say be open to what you might want to do and also take into consideration what if any speciality area you might want to work in once you graduate. If you want to be an OR nurse for example then look at OR tech positions, if you want to work in the ED or ICU look at patent tech positions, if you prefer outpatient then look at a medical assistant role. The good and maybe sometimes bad thing about nursing is there are various tracks you can take its about deciding what is most interesting for you.
Char R.
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Hi Zh'Ryia,
In general, most employers want people who have good communication skills, which is needed when working with coworkers and customers (or patients). You'll also need to have time management skills. Being on time for work and completing work tasks on time proves that you are dependable and your employer can rely on you. Depending on where you work, employers look for very specific skills. For example, if you work as a receptionist at a clinic, you'll need computer skills. If you work as a caregiver, you'll need CPR skills. I would suggest looking online for jobs that interest you and look at the job description. Most will list the skills the employer is looking for. A great place to find job listings online is Indeed.com.
If you're interested in working part time while going to college for nursing, try looking for a job in the medical field, like a caregiver, certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant, or medical office staff. You might need a certificate for some jobs which might require you take a 1-4 month course, but you can take the course during your summer break.
Good luck!
In general, most employers want people who have good communication skills, which is needed when working with coworkers and customers (or patients). You'll also need to have time management skills. Being on time for work and completing work tasks on time proves that you are dependable and your employer can rely on you. Depending on where you work, employers look for very specific skills. For example, if you work as a receptionist at a clinic, you'll need computer skills. If you work as a caregiver, you'll need CPR skills. I would suggest looking online for jobs that interest you and look at the job description. Most will list the skills the employer is looking for. A great place to find job listings online is Indeed.com.
If you're interested in working part time while going to college for nursing, try looking for a job in the medical field, like a caregiver, certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant, or medical office staff. You might need a certificate for some jobs which might require you take a 1-4 month course, but you can take the course during your summer break.
Good luck!