Understanding Hiring Criteria for New Nurse Graduates
Webinar Overview
Every graduating nursing student can benefit from this webinar as they prepare to join the workforce. Dr. Lepaine Sharp-McHenry, Dean and Professor from Simmons University will describe how hiring criteria has changed over time and what is important to hiring managers in today’s world. Whether getting ready for interviews or starting your first job, the insights in this presentation will help you succeed.
After participating in this webinar, attendees will be able to:
- Describe the difference between technical and soft skills.
- Name 4 soft skill characteristics hiring managers look for in new grads.
- Discuss 3 ways that soft skills help you navigate the work environment.
Speakers
Lepaine Sharp-McHenry, DNP, RNDean and Professor
Simmons University
Dr. Lepaine Sharp-McHenry possesses a unique mix of experience in higher education, nursing practice, and nursing regulation. She has gained recognition as a leader in her field who actively supports mentorship and leadership development. She is an enthusiastic advocate of branding your professional image among her colleagues and has gained the respect of industry leaders across the country. She is known for her extraordinary service in the policy arena, academia, and the community. Dr. Sharp-McHenry is committed to volunteerism and making a difference at the local, state, and national level.
Pricing and CE Credit
This webinar is free to deans, faculty, staff and students from AACN member schools of nursing. All non-member audiences will be required to pay a $59 webinar fee.
Continuing Education Credits:
Eligible attendees may receive one continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hour for participating in this webinar. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is an accredited CNE-provider by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.