Career Management

A Social Media Mecca: It's Key to Furthering Your Career
by Katie Schuckman, MBA
Social media Websites are taking the world by storm, even in the healthcare arena. With new sites emerging daily, you may be asking yourself how you can successfully navigate and select a network that will meet your professional needs.

Becker's ASC Review: Current Trends in Hospital and Health System CEO Compensation
by Lindsey Dunn
The compensation of hospital and health system top executives varies greatly and is dependent, largely, on the size and type of the institution the executive is leading as well as the experience of the executive. However, there are several recent trends in healthcare executive compensation that seem to affect the majority of the executives, regardless of the institution they oversee.

Seeking A Career That Can Be Richly Rewarding?
by Sandy Reed, RN, BSN
Are you at a crossroads in your healthcare career? Perhaps you’re unemployed because of downsizing, or maybe you just want to leave the rat race behind. Either way, you wonder where you go from here. You still have so much to give, but the thought of committing to another permanent position is anything but appealing. Becoming an interim opens up a whole new world that is yours for the taking.

Is An Interim Career Right For You?
by Sandy Reed, RN, BSN
You’ve worked your way up through the healthcare ranks for the past 25 years.You’re not ready to retire to the sandy beach or the green fairway quite yet, but the daily grind has become, well, too grinding. What’s an overworked healthcare executive to do?

Building Your Professional Network
by Rose Wagner, RN, MHS, CMPE
We all understand the importance of networking when it’s time to look for that next career option. But what about when you aren’t seeking a new position? Can you take a break from networking when you are already living your professional dream? The answer is clear: Never stop networking.

Resumes That Work
by Brad Veal, MBA
Healthcare organizations seek high-performance leaders who can bring about change and improve outcomes. To be considered for a leadership position, be certain your resume is a strong representation of your skills and abilities. After all, your resume is your opportunity to make a first impression. Follow these basic guidelines to make the right first impression.

Interviewing Skills
by Joyce Tucker, RN, BSN, MHS
You learn about an exciting job opportunity. Your resume is presented and you make it to the next round: the on-site interview. While interviews may seem like a fairly straightforward process to an experienced professional, never underestimate the value of interviewing skills. The most basic elements of the interview process frequently cause candidates to miss out on opportunities.