Homework: Professional Development and Labor Market Research
MSN-prepared nurses must be prepared to market themselves to others so that the key characteristics and contributions of their expertise and the role are recognized and valued in the healthcare environment. However, prior to doing so, it's important to understand the true labor market information and the employers that are of most interest to them. Furthermore, you need to be aware of all of the tools and resources available to you once you begin the job search, but more importantly, be knowledgeable of the strengths and barriers that may come into play as you prepare to advance their careers.
As you navigate through your program, it is never too early to begin researching what the job market looks like in your area, as well as what credentials and licenses you may need to advance within your chosen field in the future.
The purpose of this homework is to help you feel more prepared as you begin to think about your future career and the path that you are hoping to take. First, develop a job search strategy for your chosen advanced nursing practice role. You will educate your audience on the value you bring to the healthcare team and the opportunities which exist in your chosen labor market and profession.
This homework will be prepared as a 7 to 10 slide PowerPoint presentation meeting the following criteria.
Directions:
o Examine the advanced nursing practice role for which you are being prepared (NP, Executive Leader, or Nurse Educator) and briefly describe the role including the history of the role, education and certifications required or preferred by employers (i.e. DEA License), and major functions of this role.
o For your selected advanced nursing practice role, locate, research and include the following information in your PowerPoint as well:
- Projected Job Growth in state
- Average Salary Range
- Similar Job Titles
- 5 Employers who are hiring these roles in your area
Resources to utilize (not limited to):
- Homework Walk-Through Video
- Purdue Global - Holland Code Homework
- O*Net Online - Find Careers
- BLS Occupational Opportunity Handbook
- CareerNetwork
- Google Map Search
- CareerBuilder
- Indeed
o Create a marketing plan to support your value to the healthcare team. You will need to look at the literature beyond nursing. Address each of the 4Ps to market your advanced nursing practice role.
o Investigate at least two of the Central and Core Competencies (i.e., Direct Clinical Practice, Guidance and Coaching, Consultation, Evidence-based Practice, Leadership, Collaboration, Ethical Decision Making) described in Hamric's Integrative Model of Advanced Practice Nursing and how these competencies can influence and advance healthcare.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.