sarahashley

One of our local hospitals is implementing EPIC and is interviewing for system trainer positions. I've been asked to interview with the CIO and the Software Development Manager and feel pretty clueless since I have no software development experience. I have over 10 years of general trainer experience, to include training IT professionals in non-IT classes, and transitioned into healthcare just 2 years ago and currently work in an ambulatory clinic as an LPN. I really don't feel qualified for the position, and I don't understand why the interest in me. I guess I should feel good about this, and I really want this job, but I'd like to be better prepared for the interview. Can anyone tell me what a system trainer does besides train? According to the job description, I'd be responsible for workflow processes. What exactly is this?

What was the process like with Pierce College? Did they tell you how you did on the interview and why you were cut? What were the interviews like? Was there a test you had to take? Just wondering, since I'm considering if it's even worth the effort to apply.

I'm considering applying to the Pierce College nursing program in Puyallup and also Tacoma Community College. Does anyone have any insight as to the strengths and weaknesses of either one? TCC has a really simple, straightforward application process, and the application process at Pierce College intimidates me. It seems as if there are so many different elements that are considered by Pierce College, and I understand that there's an interview involved along with a proctored essay question? Those things are enough to dissuade me, so I'd like to know if it's even worth trying for Pierce College.

I'd say stick it out, since you've already come this far and it will pay off. Isn't there a new federal program that forgives your loans if you work in a healthcare environment serving in an underrepresented demographic area? I remember reading about it, but I can't remember if it's federal or state. Good luck!