Nursing
Use this tool to discover how you can use your degree, skills and experiences in the workplace.
This is only a starting place – remember to explore all your options.
Skills Developed Through Your Major
 Understand contemporary nursing
practices and theory
 Practical and philosophical
knowledge of human care
 Able to collaborate with others
 Work well under stress
 Manual dexterity and physical
stamina
 Present thoughts and ideas clearly
and concisely
 Provide health care
 Knowledge of human behaviour
 Conduct research following
procedural norms in nursing
 Engage in ethical practice
 Problem solving and decision making
Sample Job Titles and Fields of Work
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Recognizing Valuable Assets
 Observe, analyze and interpret
information
 Visual monitoring
 Concern or a sensitivity to others
 Interpersonal communication (oral
and written)
 Critical and inferential thinking
 Deals effectively with people
A Taste of What’s Out There
*Note: Some occupations may require further education or specialized training*
Administration
 Geriatric Aide
 Obstetrics Nurse
Anesthesiologist
 Government
 Occupational Health Nurse
Community Health
 Health Educator
 Pediatric Nurse
Correctional Facilities
 Health & Sports Organizations
 Psychiatric Nurse
Crisis Intervention Worker
 Hospice Administrator
 Radiologist
Critical Care Nurse
 Infection Control Officer
 Rehabilitation Centres
Day Cares
 International Organizations
 Research Laboratories
Dietician
 Medical Legal Analyst
 Respiratory Therapist
ECG Technician
 Medical Sonographer
 Surgical Nursing Assistant
Education
 Midwife
 Senior Care
Emergency Medical Technician
 Nurse
 Technical Writer
Career Centre Resources
Career Centre Website
trentu.ca/careers - Extensive career development and work
search information including tools, links, strategies and
assessments.
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
Career Resources on myTrent
trentu.ca/mytrent - Access the following resources through
myTrent>Tools>Career Development
 Career Cruising and TypeFocus
Free self-assessments that connect your interests and
personality to your career.
 My World Abroad
A guide that provides information, strategies, and tips for
anyone considering going abroad for work, study or
travel.
Great On-Campus Services
Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques
Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment. Book online at
trentu.ca/sep.
Career and Work Search Workshops
Register through the Events Calendar at trentu.ca/sep.
Resource Library
Information on career exploration, finding work, and more.
 Opportunities in Gerontology and Aging Services
Careers
 Careers Opportunities in Health Care
Events and Fairs
Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and
recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
More Than Just a Club!
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job
boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with
them!
Canadian Nurses Association
Canadian Association of Advanced Practice Nurses
cna-aiic.ca
caapn-aciipa.org
Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario
Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario
rnao.org
npao.org
Ontario Nurses’ Association
Canadian Association of Critical Care Nurses
ona.org
caccn.ca
American Nursing Association
Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada
nursingworld.org
ornac.ca
List
of Professional Organizations in Canada
Canadian Nursing Students' Association
cicic.ca/en/profess.aspx
cnsa.ca
Opportunities
Internships, Careers, Government Programs
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep
Nursing Careers Allied Health
ncah.com.au
Ontario Nursing Jobs
ontarionursing.ca
Canadian Nurse Job Board
canadianurse.com
Health Careers Interaction
healthcareersinteraction.com
The Canadian Nursing Index
nursingindex.com
Canadian Travel Nurses
canadiantravelnurses.com
Get Experience
Community Mental Health Careers
workinginmentalhealth.ca/forms/career.aspx
Nursing Ethics
nursingethics.ca
Career Edge
careeredge.ca
Federal Government Jobs
jobs.gc.ca
Provincial Government Jobs
gojobs.gov.on.ca
Charity Village
charityvillage.com
Internship Listings
campusaccess.com
Get Connected
Nursing at Trent University
trentu.ca/nursing - Courses, program faculty, resources, and
more department information.
Learn about career paths, seek guidance from people
working in diverse professions and industries, and develop
your network.
Trent Community Research Centre
trentcentre.ca - Students are matched with local organizations
to assist with research, planning and other community
development projects for course credit.
Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing
The Career Centre has workshops and one-on-one
appointments to help you develop your network.
Trent University Student Organizations
trentcentral.ca/clubs.php - Get involved in groups that will
contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of
experience.
Alumni Programming
The Career Centre can help you connect with Trent alumni in
your field. Contact us for details and information about special
events with alumni.
Visit trentu.ca/careers/mentoring