Career Resources

Read the article to know why you should build a DirectShifts profile on our platform or on mobile app and the process how to do it.

Follow these tips to ensure that you continue to stand out in this competitive environment and move closer to your goal of attaining a six-figure salary!

In this article, you will learn about the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner by state, what they do and see if it may be the right job path for you.

Good interview techniques are crucial for your next job. To help you ace a job interview, keep in mind these tips that can help you in 2023. Learn more.

Read the article to know few tips which will help healthcare professionals better manage & plan their finances and how it can benefit their careers & lives

We are pleased to feature Tim Whistine, working with DirectShifts as a Behavioral Health Counselor and Social Worker with experience in healthcare

DirectShifts summarizes the best advanced practitioner jobs for our clinicians. We are a job marketplace providing best career opportunities. Learn more

A recent medical survey found that many of today's doctors admit that the medical profession is not a bed of roses. Read the article to know more.

As a student, if you are worried about how to pay for education loans, DirectShifts provides an overview of the concept of student loan forgiveness

Follow this step-by-step guide by DirectShifts to learn how to write a great healthcare job ad and where to post it to reach more high-quality candidates

We are pleased to feature Victoria Masilang, working with DirectShifts as a Registered Nurse with 6 years of experience in the healthcare industry.

This article will guide nurses and CNAs who are looking for career advancement and role change, choose the right nursing career path in 2022

Your potential employer wants to know what skills & keywords you have in your cv as a therapist. Here is a checklist to follow while preparing your resume

Communication experts say that body language and tone of voice speak louder than words. Here is how APPs can leverage their non-verbal communication skills

Keen on taking on leadership roles as an APP, but not sure where to start? In this article, Amanda Chaney discusses her journey.

When it comes to job search, do you have clear vision of your ideal position? If you aren’t sure, read these 5 questions that you can ask yourself.

Networking is a great way to build relationships and then leverage those relationships throughout your career. Read the blog to learn more.

In this article, we discuss how you can optimize the Medical Staff privileging process for APPs and can increase the revenue.

New graduates require transitional orientation into practice upon graduation. Read the article as we have established key components for smooth transition.

Read the article to learn more about the list of critical care career resources & program development briefs to help your development and advancement.

Essential communication skills can help nurse practitioners make a big impact.

Negotiating your NP employment contract doesn't have to be anxiety-producing.

If you were furloughed or laid off during the pandemic now is the time to work on these 10 steps to return to work as an APP.

There is a high demand for PA first assistants across the US and because they replace an additional physician in the OR, salaries are rewarding.

When considering a role as a CRNA in an ambulatory surgery center versus hospital-based care setting, here are five key considerations to keep in mind.

How protected time leads to greater job satisfaction, more productivity, and increased profitability for Advanced Practice Providers.

Learn how to handle back-to-back meetings, panel interviews, tours, and shadowing your prospective employer without breaking a sweat.

Healthcare organizations need competent and compassionate NPs who can bring about positive change. Know the missing piece to the NP leadership puzzle.

Leaders: Staying true to your own personal philosophy can be the most productive method for leading change and creating a more positive work culture.

Find out how to ensure your PA resume is the key to gaining access to the jobs you really want.

Clinical rotations during your Nurse Practitioner program build the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to practice independently as an NP.

Check out the tips to find what to look for while searching the perfect physician assistant job which is challenging as well as fits well in your resume.

If you are thinking about changing jobs, this guide can help you take a step back, assess your job situation, and gain insight into how to move forward.

If you are not leveraging social media to grow in your nursing career, you’re missing out. Here are 4 ways social media can help you professionally.

Here are 5 tried and tested strategies that successful physicians have recommended for early closure of student loans.

A brief report on the APP salary trends in 2021. Read the guide to negotiate your salary powerfully, and make better career decisions.

If you are looking to build your career as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, here is all that you need to know - the role, opportunities & scope for growth

Here is an article that covers the A to Z of creating a highly effective physician CV. Read the full article to check if you've covered it all in your CV.

In this article, we share simple, practical and powerful tips to help you succeed in your anesthesiologist job interview.

In this article, we discuss tips for nurse practitioners and physician assistants to ace their NP/PA interview.

This article provides a detailed overview of how a teletherapist can attract more clients for their private practice.

Given the growing importance of phone interviews to select NPs and PAs, here are some tips for NPs and PAs to have successful interviews.

What are the best teletherapy etiquette tips for therapists to provide an effective online therapy session for patients? Read more.

Why is there a rise in demand for anesthesiologists across the US? In this article, we help you understand the current job scenario.

While travel nursing is a lucrative career opportunity, it is important to have these pointers in mind to get started as a travel nurse.

What are some of the best side hustles for nurses in healthcare? In this article, we list five options that have high earning and learning potential.

What are some of the best games for online speech therapy? Here is an exhaustive list that will keep kids actively engaged through the session.

Why is CRNA a great career path for registered nurses? In this article, we discuss the perks of being a CRNA locum tenens.

In this article, we discuss the key strategies that therapists must employ to rank for 'therapist near me' search on search engines.

About 21% to 67% of therapists suffer from burnout. This article provides a quick list of tips to practice self care for therapists.

How can you, as a therapist, help clients through teletherapy for digital self-harm patients? Click here to learn more.

DirectShifts presents 7 HIPAA compliant technologies for teletherapy. Identify the best tools for you to start your teletherapy practice.

Prepare yourself for your locums tenens interview with these quick tips. Find information to help you get the right locum.

What are the important soft skills that a person must develop for a successful career in teletherapy? This article discusses them in detail.

What are the essential skills for a career as a clinician? Team Work, Work Ethics, Flexibility, Confidence, Attentiveness.

What are the essential skills for healthcare career? Stress Management, Open Mindset, Time Management, Empathy, and Communication skills.

A good and employable locum is one who strikes a fine balance between professional and personal skills. 

How do you identify a good locum tenens provider? In this article, we discuss six tips to help you find the right locum tenens partner.