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Hello Jobcase family, I'm reaching out because of course I need different perspectives on this.... What are some key contributors to help a individual who is in the midst of changing careers? For instance, an individual has 10+ years in a manufacturing setting, but wants to transition to a hospital setting after their completion of an advanced degree. What advise could you offer that individual? Keep in mind the person tries for internships as well as entry level roles, but disregarded and considered overqualified. I understand in today's workforce there is alot of factors to consider, but I just want to get some helpful ideas in general. Most appreciated in advance!
Hi Angelina Elliott - as you know, knowing someone on the inside can help a lot. Is there a hospital you are targeting? Maybe there are volunteers there and you can meet some staff. For example, I know that most NICUs have cuddlers who are volunteers who hold prematurely born babies - all the nurses and doctors love the cuddlers and would love to hire one who was qualified. Maybe there are volunteer opportunities closer to the field you want to be in? That way you can productively grow your network?
Whatever you do, go for RN Associate degree Science of Nursing. DO NOT go for LPN. It's a dead end. I know. I'm nearly thirty years as an LPN, and frantically trying to make it to RN now.
I was told the one should not underestimate what others do when you don't personally know them. ...hmm!
Will how am I suppose to take this: Quote "problem right there, dont under estimate what people do, when you dont personally know." Angelina Ellott
I don't have to underestimate anyone, but sometimes they show me why I should underestimate them. By their conversation
What I see is that a person doesn't realize how important their writing and vocabulary communication skills are in this type of field. From their post to their dialog with me, they have displayed countless grammar errors and misspelling of words. And that's just a small thing. Oh but I'm not supposed to underestimate what people do when you don't personally know. I wonder if they told this same thing to the interviewer/hiring manager when they don't know what that person does..., this leads me back my projection and a feeling statement
Do people realize The words one projects are what others going to feel about what you are saying?
Maybe become friendly with someone sympathetic at the hospital's human resources dept; ask them considering your background in manufacturing, what would be the best positions to apply for at the hospital? Go in person there and don't go on a Monday, they're probably very busy that day. If they post vacancies online, look at the backgrounds they are looking for for the various positions.
Angelina Elliott Do you know anyone who is in the position that you are currently trying to obtain? My thought would be to try to find some connections with people who are in your dream role and reach out to find a time to chat with them where you can ask them questions about anything from culture in the industry, typical work/life balance, individual experiences at specific hospitals, etc. I know they would be doing you a favor, but you could pay it forward in the future when someone asks you more about your job :)
Changing a career is a big step, but you can do it! It is just important to be as knowledgable as possible about the position you're seeking for a couple of reasons 1) to make sure that you want to make the change and 2) it will help in your interview performance!
Disregarded and considered overqualified... No, just not qualified
Industrial and Organizational Psychology, which is also known as occupational psychology, performs a wide variety of tasks, including studying worker attitudes and behavior, evaluating companies, and conducting leadership training. The overall goal of this field is to study and understand human behavior in the workplace.
Most would look at your training, but will not see any work experience.
Changing into a completely different industry is incredibly difficult especially if you are an experienced hire going into a non-entry level role. Where I have seen people have success is with similar roles that are industry agnostic. For example, going from accounting in one industry to another. My advice would be to find the close thing you are currently doing in your current industry, get in the door, and then see if you can move around to a different department via internal transfer in a few years. You could also try your luck as a freelancer or contractor if the role allows for it.
Great question Angelina Elliott ! So, let me see if I understand your concern. You're a recent grad from a top university where you received a Masters degree in Psychology (Industrial and Organizational), Congratulations :-). You have been looking for job opportunities in this area but employers claim you're over-qualified.
Something doesn't sound right! Your previous work background over the last few years has been as a Lead Machine Operator. Am I missing something?
I'm not sure how that makes you over-qualified for a healthcare employment opportunity in Psychology.
Also, are interested in research and analysis or a more direct care function?
Hello, I would not think he/she is overqualified in the hospital setting. If his/her experience is manufacturing medical devices that still doesn’t overqualify this person for the medical care sector. Not paid internships should help. He/she probably needs to try in a lower setting like a clinic or a physicians office and move up to the hospital setting.