Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing

Nursing is a rewarding career, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re a nurse who’s looking for a change, there are plenty of other jobs out there, as well as flexible, part-time agency work available for while you’re looking! Here are a few ideas:

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Nurse Writer/Medical Writer

Nurse writers use their medical knowledge to create health-related content, such as articles, blog posts, and social media updates. They may work for hospitals, medical organizations, or health publications. Nurse writers need to have strong writing skills and be able to communicate complex medical information in a clear and concise way.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Health Educator

Health educators teach people about health and wellness. They may work in schools, community centres, or hospitals. Health educators need to have a strong understanding of health and wellness topics, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Clinical Nurse Educator

Clinical nurse educators train and develop other nurses. They may work in hospitals, nursing schools, or other healthcare settings. Clinical nurse educators need to have a deep understanding of nursing practice, as well as the ability to teach and mentor others.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Nurse Consultant

Nurse consultants provide advice and guidance to healthcare organizations on a variety of topics, such as quality improvement, patient safety, and staff development. They may work independently or for a consulting firm. Nurse consultants need to have a strong understanding of healthcare systems and be able to think critically and solve problems.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Medical Sales Representative

Medical sales representatives sell medical products and services to healthcare providers. They may work for pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, or other healthcare companies. Medical sales representatives need to have a strong understanding of medical products and services, as well as the ability to build relationships with healthcare providers.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing:
Healthcare Quality Analyst

Healthcare quality analysts evaluate the quality of healthcare services. They may work for hospitals, healthcare organizations, or government agencies. Healthcare quality analysts need to have a strong understanding of healthcare quality standards and be able to use data to identify and improve areas of weakness.

Jobs for Nurses who don’t want to do Nursing: Healthcare Administrator

Healthcare administrators manage healthcare organizations. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare settings. Healthcare administrators need to have a strong understanding of healthcare administration, as well as the ability to lead and motivate others.

What to do while you’re on the job-hunt

These are just a few of the many jobs that you can do with a nursing degree. If you’re not sure what you want to do next, talk to your career counsellor or do some research online to find jobs that match your interests and skills.

We’ve done our best to think of the most appropriate and aspirational roles we can, but some of these can be tough to land, and it could be a while before you find your dream job.

In the meantime, if you’re looking for flexible, well-paying, part-time work in the meantime, consider becoming an agency nurse with Medilink Nursing!

Perhaps nursing isn’t the career for you, but, at the end of the day, it is a skilled role with decent pay. At Medilink, we don’t pressure you to accept the work we find for you – just take the shifts you want! If you’re a nurse who doesn’t want to do nursing, Medilink offers a neat way to cut down on the amount of work you’re doing – giving you time to plan your future – while keeping your cashflow in the green.

It’s well worth a thought if you’re considering leaving the Nursing industry – although we’ll be sorry to see you go!

Here are some additional tips for the job-hunt:

Don’t be afraid to think outside the box. There are many jobs out there that you may not have considered that could be a good fit for your skills and interests.

No matter what you’re looking for, all of the jobs we mentioned will require a DBS check, so be prepared to have one done!

Network with people in your desired field. Talk to nurses who are working in jobs that you’re interested in and get their advice. They may be able to connect you with potential employers.

Take some time to update your resume and LinkedIn profile. Make sure your resume highlights your skills and experience that are relevant to the jobs you’re interested in.

Prepare for interviews. Practice answering common interview questions and research the companies you’re interviewing with.

Don’t give up. It may take some time to find the right job, but don’t give up. Keep networking, applying for jobs, and preparing for interviews. With hard work and determination, you’ll eventually find the perfect job for you.