Mediocre pay for hard work. Difficult work environment.
Advice
Treat it like a learning experience
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Nurse Extern
May - July 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Everything! My preceptor and the nurse manager on the floor were wonderful. It was a very welcoming, warm learning environment and I was able to learn so many new things that I did not get exposure to in my clinicals. It made coming to work easy. I was excited to learn everyday.
What I wish was different
I wish we were able to pass meds.
Advice
For anyone thinking of gaining experience at a summer externship - go for it! I gained so much experience and insight into nursing. Ascension is definitely a health system I am strongly looking to work for after graduation. As a result of my experience, I made many connections and hopefully I will get a job there later this year :).
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
January 2018 • Stevens Point, WI
What I liked
Working with People
What I wish was different
No weekends or holidays
Advice
Experience is key
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Medical Assistant and Medical Documentation Scribe
June 2017 • Troy, MI
What I liked
I enjoy working with the doctor that I scribe for.
What I wish was different
The hiring process was extremely difficult and time consuming.
Advice
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Software Development Intern
June - August 2020 • St. Louis, MO
What I liked
Interns got brand new Apple technologies shipped to their residence for use during the internship. Also was placed in real development teams to work on products that have direct impacts.
What I wish was different
Mentorship was a bit lacking. Everyone was usually busy doing their own work so it was hard to find people to ask questions and get answers quickly. However, this was a virtual internship so it may be different if it's in-person.
Advice
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
July 2020 • Hinsdale, IL
What I liked
I liked my small group of people that I worked with.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more interaction with people outside of the pharmacy.
Advice
One piece of advice I would share about this experience is be prepared to work in an environment that changes a lot. Some days are extremely busy and some days are not.
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Registered Nurse
April 2019 • Aurora, IL
What I liked
Lots of education experiences
What I wish was different
Advice
Keep learning!
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Patient Transporter
March 2018 - August 2019 • Bolingbrook, IL
What I liked
The best part was interacting with patients and making them smile and laugh.
What I wish was different
I wish the hours had been more flexible as it did start to interfere with school.
Advice
The best part of the job was being with the patients and trying to make their day just a little bit better. With that being said I learned healthcare is more than just medicine, it's also about forming relationships and being a positive spirit.
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Intern
May - August 2018 • Hinsdale, IL
What I liked
Seeing what its really like to work as a healthcare professional.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have been more helpful.
Advice
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Physical Therapist Volunteer
July 2018 • Elk Grove Village, IL
What I liked
Working with patients.
What I wish was different
More interaction with patients.
Advice
The impact you make is more than you would think. You are appreciated!
