Are you drawn towards patient care? Whether you’re a soon-to-be graduate ready to take the next step or exploring the rewarding world of nursing, Career Services is here to support your journey.
Explore the resources on this page to help you learn about the profession, navigate the job search process, build your resume, prepare for interviews, and more.
Have questions or want additional support? Schedule an appointment with a career counselor !
Resource Links
Clinical Hours
This information is updated by the School of Nursing. If you have any questions concerning your hours, please contact the School of Nursing directly.
Exploration of the Nursing Profession
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Nursing Specialty Finder – There are over 100 different nursing specialties. Take this quiz to see what specialities could align with your strengths and interests
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Nurse Journal – Guide to Nursing Specializations and Concentrations
Getting a Job
- BSN Job Search – This resource is designed to answer all of your questions on when to start looking for jobs, where to start, navigating out of state job opportunities, and how to outreach to recruiters.
- Presentation – How to Get a Job Out of Nursing School
- Licensure Guide for Boise State Students – This resource was created by Boise State students. Please verify all information for accuracy, as policies and procedures might have changed since it was created.
Resumes and Cover Letters
- Downloadable Nursing Resume Samples – Sometimes the most challenging part of making a resume is simply starting. It is for this reason that we created the following downloadable resume samples for you to use. Each packet contains multiple samples – each with their own link to download a copy of the resume to your own Google Drive to edit.
- Virtual Workshops – Resumes & Cover Letters