This offers you the chance to choose the skills for which you would like to be endorsed. The skills and endorsements area on LinkedIn helps to round out your profile. You can also include your training and credentials in this section as well. Make sure to list your degree from ASU’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation and follow for updates, events and career insights. It’s a good idea to use key terminology or professional language fitting for the health care industry here. Similar to how you lay out your resume, use bullet point format to detail what you’ve learned through your various experiences. The industry experience section is where you can expand upon your skills. This is also where you can mention what opportunities you are looking for now or what your professional aspirations are down the road. You should write this in the first person and emphasize your strengths, experiences and top qualities in your current health care role. Think of the summary section of your profile as the place where you concisely highlight all that you have to offer.

In fact, LinkedIn reports that users with a photo in their profile, are viewed 21 times more than someone without a photo.įor those in the health care industry that have specific work attire such as scrubs, it is completely appropriate to wear that in your profile picture if you choose. Having a recent, high-quality headshot sets the tone for your profile and is a powerful tool to help you get noticed. Here are five of the most important things you need to include to make your LinkedIn profile stand out:ģ) Summary of industry experience, expertise and education.

While there are many tools and benefits to using LinkedIn, the crucial thing you need to do to use LinkedIn effectively is to create a strong profile. LinkedIn is the largest online network for working professionals which is why creating and maintaining a profile is extremely beneficial for those in the health care industry or those interested in getting into the industry, including students.

These tips were compiled by Edson CollegeAlumni Coordinator, Angie Haskovec and Associate Director for Alumni Engagement at ASU, Melanie Burm.

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