I just read a great Forbes article addressing one of the most common questions I hear from my Neonatal Nurse Practitioner candidates: What do I say when asked about salary? Not only is this an important question, but according to the article: "Philadelphia just made salary inquiries a no-no. New York state agencies can't ask an applicant for current or prior salary before making an offer. New York City and Massachusetts have also passed laws barring employers from asking job candidates about their salary history. The laws are scheduled to take effect in New York later this year and in Massachusetts in July 2018. Other states, such as California, are considering banning employers from ...
You have perfected your resume. You have written your cover letter and started to network. But, have you Googled yourself recently? It shouldn't be surprising that in today’s virtual age we often overlook the impact of our online footprint. If a potential employer were to enter your name into a search engine, what might they find? Be very mindful that social media content, blogs and pictures are often available to the public. Everything you say and do online can have an impact on your reputation. Think before you post. What about your voicemail message? Does it sound professional? Although this may seem like a minor detail, it is important to consider that more times than not, ...
Will you be attending one of the Neonatal conferences this fall? If so, make your life easier, and save time in the exhibit hall, by printing out stickers or labels with your pertinent contact information beforehand (Name, Title, Phone, E-mail and/or address). That way, when visiting the exhibit hall, you can breeze through the sign up and inquiry process at each booth. ...
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner students often ask us when the appropriate time to begin their job search is. Although there are many factors to consider, we generally recommend that NNP students start searching about 4-5 months prior to their graduation. This is especially true, if they're considering relocation, as more factors are at play (packing, moving, selling a home, etc.). It is important to keep in mind that the interview process, including the initial phone screening, on-site visit, and offer extension/negotiation can take anywhere from several weeks to a few months. The majority of our clients (that have positions available to new NNPs) welcome student resumes. Many are also ...
Are you a new Neonatal Nurse Practitioner who is unsure of how or when to begin your career search? Are you a recent Neonatal Nurse Practitioner graduate looking for a position and finding that potential employers are only interested in experienced candidates? Does it feel like there are little to no opportunities locally and you aren't in a position to relocate? Are you having challenges finding a new position after leaving your previous one? These are some of the scenarios that Neonatal Nurse Practitioners face. Generally, the longer a NNP is out of the field, the more difficult it is for them to secure a new position. You may be wondering why potential employers sometimes ...