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Nurse Extern

June - August 2022 • Danville, PA

What I liked

I loved being able to work with the nurses and learn new skills. I was able to figure out where I wanted to work when I graduate.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have shadowed other units within the hospital.

Advice

Even if you don't get place on the unit you wanted, this is still a GREAT experience and you learn so much from it.
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Nurse Extern

June - August 2021 • Danville, PA

What I liked

I gained experience in the nursing field which I will apply not only working there as a nursing assistant but also working as a registered nurse upon graduation.

What I wish was different

I wish that I could have picked up more than 32-36 hours in a week.

Advice

I would recommend this experience to anyone in nursing school to become a registered nurse and to make sure you apply to the floor on which you would like to work for the best chance to work their following graduation and passing of the NCLEX.
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Medical Scribe

October 2018 • Shamokin, PA

What I liked

I loved working in a hospital setting and learning more about medicine hands on in the emergency room.

What I wish was different

More flexible hours

Advice

if you are looking to be in a medical field, definitely try and be a scribe. offers many learning opportunities and looks good on a resume or application.
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CNA

October 2016 • Wilkes-Barre, PA

What I liked

I love working where I do! It has helped me really learn valuable skills I hope will help me in the future as a nurse. The staff always wants to teach me new things and talking with patients has taught me everyone communicates in different ways (especially when they don't feel well).

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

Ask, ask, ask ! The staff loves to teach future nurses new skills and bring the experience out of the text book. They are a great resource to learn from.
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Registered nurse

July 2019 • Scranton, PA

What I liked

The sign on bonus

What I wish was different

Advice

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Ambulance Driver-Paramedic

January 2018 • Wilkes-Barre, PA

What I liked

Being able to utilize my skill set to benefit the ill and injured with a supportive surrounding team.

What I wish was different

Honestly, I struggle to find complaints in relation to the job.

Advice

Always maintain composure and the willingness to learn.
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Volunteer

May - September 2019 • Danville, PA

What I liked

Interacting with patients

What I wish was different

The patients w aged to play more

Advice

Definitely do it! I had such a great time!
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Research Interviewer

March 2019 • Danville, PA

What I liked

The nature of the work is interesting to me, and research is very important in my opinion.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

It has helped me grow in my communication skills, and it has made me feel like I am truly making a difference.
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RN student

July 2018 • Scranton, PA

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

if you’rea nursing student, this position is very beneficial. you are an aide.
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Nursing Aide

May 2019 • Scranton, PA

What I liked

Close to home

What I wish was different

Better communication

Advice

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Entern

May - August 2019 • Danville, PA

What I liked

I liked that I was able to get a hands-on experience in a field that I loved. I got 3 observation days along with working there for the summer so I was able to see many different parts of the hospital.

What I wish was different

I wish it had been a little closer to my house because my commute was longer than I would have liked; however, the experience I got from being there made it worth it.

Advice

One thing I would share about my experience is that you have to make the most of what you are given and take ever opportunity you get.
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Certified Surgical Technologist

August 2018 • Danville, PA

What I liked

I enjoy getting to help do surgeons on patients who need it.

What I wish was different

Advice

Working as a surgical tech is a great job, it is a good stepping stone into figuring our what you want to do.
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Nurse Extern

May - August 2019 • Bloomsburg, PA

What I liked

I really enjoyed the small hospital environment at GBH. Everyone knew each other and worked very well together.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been a greater variety of higher level surgeries to participate in.

Advice

Take every opportunity to learn, even if it is out of your comfort zone.
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Nursing Assistant

July 2018 • Danville, PA

What I liked

Learning how to be better at my profession

What I wish was different

I wish I had more opportunities to do things with the nurses such as administer medication.

Advice

Do not be afraid to ask for help
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Nursing Assistant

May 2018 • Danville, PA

What I liked

The atmosphere and helping people

What I wish was different

The hours

Advice

It’s a great experience
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Events Intern

June 2018 • Danville, PA

What I liked

Very welcoming and informative. They really care about getting me real world experience that will help me find out what I want to pursue.

What I wish was different

I wish there was better orientation.

Advice

Ask questions and absorb as much from what is going on around you as you can. Introduce yourself to everyone and remember as many people as you can.
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