The Savvy Scribe
The Savvy Scribe
EP346: Who Actually Hires Nurse Writers? A Behind-the-Scenes Look From Someone Who Did the Hiring with Shaun Chavis
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In this episode of The Savvy Scribe, Janine sits down with Shaun Chavis, a former journalist, editorial director, and content marketing consultant, to talk about who actually hires nurse writers. Shaun shares her perspective from years of hiring health professionals for editorial and content marketing roles in media and health tech companies.
If you’re a nurse curious about freelance writing—or a beginner who hasn’t landed your first client yet—this episode pulls back the curtain on what hiring managers look for, why nurses are highly valued in health content, and how to position your expertise to attract the right opportunities.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Who actually hires nurse writers in today’s content landscape
- Why nurses often have an advantage over generalist health writers
- How clinical experience helps writers interpret studies and explain health topics clearly
- What hiring managers look for when reviewing pitches and writing samples
- Why subject matter expertise makes writing faster and more valuable
- How to evaluate startups as potential writing clients
- The difference between transactional marketing and long-term content strategy
- Why writers should think of articles as long-term business assets
- How clear, plain language improves health communication
- How platforms like Substack are creating new opportunities for writers and brands
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