Welcome to the Nursing Career Community!

Explore a wide range of career development resources tailored for our students and alumni in Nursing. Our resources are designed to help you thrive in competitive industries. Whether you’re launching your career or looking to grow your network, this is your hub for guidance, growth, and connection.

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How To Gain Relevant Experience

Management and Leadership Training Programs after college are designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world leadership responsibilities. These programs equip recent graduates with essential skills in communication, decision-making, strategic thinking, and team management. By blending practical experience with professional development, they prepare emerging professionals to take on leadership roles with confidence and competence, accelerating their growth into effective, forward-thinking managers in today’s dynamic work environments.

Here are some sample companies who offer these programs, but it is not a complete list so be sure to  research companies or fields of interest to you to find out if they offer similar programs:

CompanyProgram NameIndustries
CVSHealthStudent Leadership DevelopmentNursing/Counseling

CompanyProgram NameIndustries
The Cigna GroupHealth Service Leadership
Development Program
Nursing/Pharmacy/Counseling

CompanyProgram NameIndustries

Entrepreneurship in Healthcare

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11 high paying jobs for nursing majors

Nursing is one of those career paths you don’t necessarily get into for the money. Many are drawn to healthcare careers because they want to have an impact on patients’ health. The good news is, you can do this while …

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Top Remote Nursing Careers to Consider

December 09, 2025 | Nursing | Georgia Schumacher

Healthcare is changing constantly, and so are the roles nurses play within it. While nursing has historically been a career that takes place largely at a patient’s bedside, the rise of telehealth and new …

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Misty Heitman Career Services Advisor
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