Nurse Alternative Jobs: IT health informatics Spotlight
Are you a nurse looking to make a career shift into tech? The healthcare technology industry is vast and full of opportunities. Your nursing background can be a valuable asset and give you a unique perspective. Embrace the change and step into a new world of opportunities.
Here are just a few of the advantages of a career in health informatics:
Work Remote
One of the major benefits of transitioning into the tech industry is the flexibility of working remote. You can work from home, opt for a hybrid model (splitting your time between the office and home), or even travel to client sites. This not only provides you with a better work-life balance but also enables you to earn travel points for future vacations. Clinical tech sales reps may travel up to 100% of the time. If travel is not feasible due to family commitments, consider the healthcare IT consultant roles that may require only 10-25% travel.
Use Your Clinical Knowledge
You don't need to let your healthcare education and experience go to waste. Although some nurses are leaving the medical industry entirely due to burnout or simply misaligned expectations, it is worth exploring other options first. Even if you have only a year or two of clinical experience, many tech companies value your knowledge and skills. Your clinical background can give you an edge in the tech industry, enabling you to bridge the gap between healthcare and technology.
Grow in Your Career
A healthcare career does not need to stop with primary nursing roles. If you do not embrace a leadership or management path, you may be a sole contributor. There are many roles in healthcare informatics that value independent contribution. A role as a SME (subject matter expert) allows you to use your OB, surgical, pediatric or orthopedic experience to support the expertise and credibility of healthcare companies. As an expert in how technology aligns and supports clinical workflow you may work with product, sales and implementation teams.
Make More Money
By transitioning into a tech-related role, you can significantly increase your income. Often, clinicians make more money working as IT consultants and sales reps, using their clinical knowledge to help technology companies align with healthcare specifics. Many clinicians double or even triple their yearly salary by transitioning into IT. The first step is becoming comfortable with compensation packages that include yearly comp with bonuses based on productivity and sales targets. By networking with nurses who have navigated this career path successfully, you can get all your questions answered.
Need Help Taking the Next Step?
If you want to learn more about specific roles, we provide a FREE guide to help you get started transitioning into the tech industry. This guide is designed to provide you with the necessary insights and steps to transition smoothly into a tech-related job while leveraging your nursing background. Click on the link below to get your free guide.
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