Job Fair?

[am0r803]

hi all

Just a question that hopefully someone can give me their opinion on... Im still in nursing school, graduating in June. Was wondering if its too early to attend a job fair or not?

What do you think? I thought maybe it would be good just to meet some people at least... Just curious

Thanks!

[donsterRN, ASN, BSN]

Yes, by all means, attend the job fair! Update your resume NOW to include your coursework and clinical experiences and skills accomplishments. Your desire to network is very good; you never know who you'll meet and what role he or she will play in your development as a professional nurse.

I am graduating in May and attended a career open house last month that was sponsored by a medical center near where I live. I was there for about 20 minutes, received business cards from at least 6 people responsible for interviewing and hiring nurses, and have an interview for my dream job at the dream facility next week. And graduation isn't for 7 months yet. Plus, we're (my classmates and I) receiving lots of inquiries as to our professional plans from other area facilities. It's a nice position to be in.

I hope you'll attend the job fair and post your thoughts and observations about it. Much good luck and success to you!

[am0r803]

thanks so much for your words of encouragement!

now maybe you, or someone else, can help me with one other thing? HOW do i make a resume being as im only a student and have no other experience??

Do i include the courses I've taken? The clinical hours I've done?

I also have some volunteer work that was completed as a requirement for my nursing program. So I should include that too right?

I'm just not sure if I'll end up putting too much useless information or not enough information. Also, I already have one letter of recommendation from a Clinical Instructor.. but it's from last semester. Is it still good to keep that with my resume?

Ok well - thanks again for any help you give me... it is very much appreciated!!