I love the environment that I work with and theworKload is a perfect balance for me. It is a good start for me too because I am going into nursing so especially having a job in a hospital gives me a look into what a future job could potentially look like for me.
What I wish was different
I honestly wish I was able to work more in the school year, or there is another location in Lincoln because right now I am only working twice a month and picking up other shifts if I can too.
Advice
Have fun with your job and meet new people!
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Patient Care Technician
June - August 2021 • Indianapolis, IN
What I liked
I enjoyed the learning experience and becoming acquainted with work in a hospital unit. I enjoyed my coworkers and the willingness to work together.
What I wish was different
I wish unit patient population was more exciting.
Advice
This is a great opportunity to see what nursing is like.
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video monitor tech
January 2019 - June 2020 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
I liked the flexibility with my schedule. I was able to do homework on the job and could still get my job done efficiently.
What I wish was different
I wish I didn't have to work 12-hour overnight shifts.
Advice
Pick your schedule wisely because its pretty much set.
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NICU Volunteer
May - August 2020 • Mansfield, TX
What I liked
What I really like I was able to be like a cuddler for the babies. While sometimes, parents couldn’t tend to their newborns, I was there to be like the “side-kick mommy”
What I wish was different
What I wish to be different is more opportunities in the program itself in other locations. I wish other hospital locations allowed this position to volunteer as a cuddler or help around anyone else in the NICU
Advice
If your looking to go into the NICU or pediatric route. This is a good start, will teach you a lot and experience things that you will possibly remember in your actual nursing job.
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Certified Nurse Aide
May 2018 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
On hand patient experience , I’ve seen two surgeries
What I wish was different
Staff treat us as bottom of food chain
Advice
Work hard don’t be lazy!
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HELP volunteer
January 2019 • St. Louis Park, MN
What I liked
Interaction with patients
Learning how to use EPIC (EMR)
Experiencing the hospital in a professional setting
What I wish was different
I wish I lived closer
Advice
It is worth it 100%
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Emergency Management Intern
June - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I learn the ins and outs of what a day to day would be like for an emergency manager working for a hospital. I really liked how I was given task and had little micromanaging so i worked independently.
What I wish was different
I wish I would’ve done an internship with one of my classmates so that we would be able to share the experiences and overcome obstacles together versus by myself.
Advice
Take every experience as a new experience be open askquestions and always challenge yourself.
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Patient Care Technician
July 2019 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
A great entry level job into the medical field that works well with school schedules.
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H.E.L.P. Volunteer
July 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I love bringing comfort to patients, especially people who are usually alone or do not have visitors. Keeping their mind and social skills healthy is just one of the many positive benefits I get to see from my volunteering.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time on my hands to bring comfort or spirituality to more patients.
Advice
I would definitely suggest having a friend volunteer with you. Many patients enjoy the company of a group, rather than an individual.
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Nurse Extern 3
May 2019 • Gary, IN
What I liked
I liked the fact that I worked in the environment that I planned on getting into once I graduated.
What I wish was different
I really wish I could have done more nursing skills.
Advice
I would recommend a senior nursing student to look for a externship, because you could get hired onto that unit once you graduated
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Food Service Worker
June - August 2019 • Dallas, TX
What I liked
A helpful staff both in and out of the department, friendly, responsible, and understanding management, diversity of the staff, the job provides a variation in work responsibilities, and a non-stressful work environment.
What I wish was different
Nothing, everything is fine!
Advice
Highly recommend purchasing quality shoes for shifts longer than +8 hours, be respectful and friendly to patients and nurses, ask questions and don't be shy to ask for more help/training.
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Administrative Assistant Intern
May 2018 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
My manager, my coworkers. Lots of work. Never boring. Always something tto learn.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Be prepared tto do a great jjob and nothing less.
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Medical Scribe
May 2018 • Gary, IN
What I liked
I really enjoyed being able to experience everything in person rather than trying to learn it through a textbook. I am a visual learner, so this job allows me to comprehend medicine and sciences more efficiently. I also am able to learn medical terminology and be more efficient with diagnostics.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I really enjoy my job. I feel it is a good starting point in my career and will allow me to accelerate in the future.
Advice
One piece of advice would be to always stay on top of your work and understanding medical terminology. It is a teaching hospital and all the doctors want you to learn, but it makes it easier to learn if you have the basic knowledge of what is going on.
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Nursing Assistant
May - August 2018 • St. Louis Park, MN
What I liked
I really enjoyed the work enviornment. The nurses were very helpful if especially since they could see that I was willing to work and be present at my job. I would always get very kind words of affirmation from co-workers.
What I wish was different
It can be very challenging when I am the only nursing assistant staffed down a hallway of 10 patients. It made me have to really plan out my schedule and prioritize. But, at times when there were patients who did not use the call light as much I felt as thought I was not giving them as much attention.
Advice
Being a nursing assistant is an excellent job to start in a healthcare setting and to build great connections. Come willing to work and be ok with asking for help if you need it, other staff will be kindly coming your way! :-)
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Patient care technition
May 2018 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
The patient experience, involment in surgery.
What I wish was different
Different department, I work ortho I prefer the children’s hospital
Advice
Have a good attitude
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Physician Scribe
May 2018 • Merrillville, IN
What I liked
I liked being able to learn so much from the doctors in the ER. I got to see first hand interactions between a physician and a patient.
What I wish was different
I wish that I can do less of the paperwork and be able to examine the patient with the doctor.
Advice
It may seem overwhelming at first but the end result is you get to learn so much.
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Summer Nurse Intern
June - July 2016 • Memphis, TN
What I liked
Hands on experience, application of book knowledge in real life situations
What I wish was different
Longer internship
Advice
Ask questions, involve yourself to receive the most out of the internship
