Assistant Dean Says Healthcare Students Have Endless Opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the healthcare industry is one of the largest industries in the country, with nearly 22 million jobs projected for 2022. That's great news for San Francisco students hoping to find gainful employment in the healthcare sector upon graduation. While healthcare does experience occasional economic plunges, Enna Trevathan, D.N.P.of the University of San Francisco says it is one of the most stable job sectors in the American workforce.
What is your background and education?
"I obtained my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the University of San Francisco; Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing from Holy Names University; Bachelors of Nursing Science from the University of Phoenix, Woodland Hills, CA; A.S. in nursing (1998), Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA; A.S, Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY."
What is your area of expertise?
"My area of expertise is leadership. I have over 30 years of experience in the healthcare arena stemming from insurance industry to nursing to educator. My experiences range from certified nursing assistant, claims examiner, underwriter, ambulatory care nursing, nurse manager/administrator, evaluator of nursing care management, program implementation, personnel management, professional development and nursing education. Today, as assistant dean of Educational Outreach, my portfolio includes the oversight of online programs and blended courses across departments for the University of San Francisco, School of Nursing and Health Professions. I also serve as school liaison to the branch campuses and work with faculty and programs as they develop new degree options."
What career advice can you share to students interested in healthcare?
"Although health care does suffer occasional economic plunges, it has proven to be one of the most stable job sectors in the workforce. Since entering the healthcare labor market, I have never faced layoffs, although there were some close calls. The healthcare field is so dynamic and versatile that I am able to retool myself whenever the need arises to improve my marketability and remain employed. My career advice to students interested in healthcare is to find a vocation within the arena and get started. It may be more practical to start as a nursing assistant, registered nurse, x-ray technician, respiratory or physical therapist, but the opportunities are endless."
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