Being involved in community networking organizations makes the hiring process so much easier.  I attend a monthly Director of Nursing meeting that generates a lot of questions and frequently students and graduates are hired because of this.

Job placement is not taken seriously by the staff and instructors who work at this institution.  They also do not realize the deep barrier that are keeping our students from completing the programs. Increased poverty has made this job even more difficult as basic things like food and transportation are major barriers. I have established a food pantry and uniform closet to assist students who need even these most basic things.