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Preparing for Nursing Career Transitions

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A nursing career can be a long affair that takes a variety of forms and sharp turns. In order to prepare for any transitions that may occur, you should engage in constant consideration and updating of your personal brand and identity while bearing in mind your own needs and desires.

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A nursing career can be a long affair that takes a variety of forms and sharp turns. In order to prepare for any transitions that may occur, the thoughtful 21st-century nurse will engage in constant consideration and updating of their personal brand and identity while bearing in mind their own needs and desires.

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Keith Carlson
Keith Carlson, RN, BSN, NC-BC, is a holistic career coach for nurses, award-winning nurse blogger, writer, podcaster, speaker, author, and popular career columnist. With two decades of nursing experience, Keith deeply understands the issues faced by 21st-century nurses. Keith’s two podcasts, RNFM Radio and The Nurse Keith Show, offer inspiration and practical support to nurses seeking to create meaningful, satisfying lives and careers. Keith’s message of savvy career management and professional satisfaction reaches tens of thousands of nurses worldwide. Keith can be found on many social media platforms---including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Instagram - as well as at www.nursekeith.com and Digital Doorway.
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Eleanor Jansen
07 Jul 2020
excellent upgrade resource.
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Joanna perry
30 Jun 2020
Well presented . Easy to read and absorb. Vital information to stay informed.
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Allan Lock
30 Jun 2020
I found this article very informative and it provided a great over view of the reason its important to actively maintain CPD.
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Marevil Gladman
01 Jul 2020
The topic helps me to aim for improvement and to become a better clinician.
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Dan Alminaza
28 Jun 2020
Insightful and eye-opening. Thanks a lot! :)
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Kim Casazza
24 Sep 2020
A timely reminder to stay relevant or be left behind!
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Nicolle Scheenhouwer
01 Jul 2020
This article provided a pathway for Nurse to engage in career by utilising strategies, to empower self and become the Nurse you want to be.
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Sheryle Canny
04 Jul 2020
Everyone needs reassurance at times that the are doing a ggod job
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Jacqui Simao
03 Jul 2020
Lifelong learning and career progression tips.
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Matt Rolfe
01 Jul 2020
Good advice that’s pertinent to all registered practitioners who might feel overwhelmed by the influx of fresh skills and new (and often) more educated younger staff.
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