Southeast Nuclear Medical Center Sees Record 36-to-1 Competition Rate for New Nurse Recruitment

Recruiting 55, 1,959 Applicants: Record-High Competition Rate Every Year

The competition rate for next year's new nurse recruitment at the Dongnam Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences (Director: Lee Changhun) has reached approximately 36 to 1, breaking the previous record.

The institute received applications for the 2025 new nurse positions until August 30, with 1,959 applicants for 55 openings. Last year, there were 861 applicants for 40 positions, resulting in a competition rate of about 22 to 1, and the record has been renewed every year.

The institute will select candidates who pass the first round of document screening and announce the results on its website. The second round, a written test, will be held at BEXCO on October 19, and those who pass the written test will proceed to the third round of interviews. Final successful candidates will be selected after the interviews.

Nurses Song and Lim, who joined the institute as new nurses in 2023 and are currently working in the emergency room and ward, respectively, shared, "The meals at the cafeteria are delicious, and we appreciate the welfare points, as well as the discounts on medical expenses and health check-ups for immediate family members."

They added, "We were especially surprised by the free uniform laundry service. The work environment is pleasant, and there are beautiful beaches and cafes nearby, which help us relax on our days off. Although the work is challenging due to caring for cancer patients, our seniors teach us well, allowing us to grow a lot. We like that the workplace culture is more about helping each other with difficulties rather than strict hierarchy."

Regarding tips for passing, they advised, "We prepared for the written test alongside the national exam, but there were more confusing questions compared to the national exam, so vague studying could lead to failure. For the interview, we created a list of expected questions and practiced in front of professors or parents, whose advice from an adult's perspective was very helpful. We recommend approaching with a bright smile and confidence, and since there are questions where you respond after hearing your colleague's answer, it's good to be aware of your surroundings rather than focusing solely on your own answers."

Jang Heesoon, head of the nursing department at the institute, said, "This year, as new nurse recruitment has decreased nationwide, the open recruitment process resulted in the highest competition rate ever. Following the medical policy conflict, the institute has expanded inpatient beds and intensive care units to accommodate the increasing number of cancer and critically ill patients, fulfilling its role as a regional public medical institution. We hope to hire outstanding talent who can grow with the institute, and we will continue to support nurses in adapting to their roles and improving their job skills."

Southeast Regional Radiation Medical Center.

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