RN New Grad Position for 6 months?? Is there such a thing?

U.S.A. California

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I graduated from an ADN program December 2015, passed my NCLEX-RN on March 2016, and currently completing requirements for my RN-BSN program with an expected graduation date in December 2016.

I am in the process of endorsing my CA license to WA state (paperwork in effect), as I plan to relocate and practice as an RN there once I finish my RN-BSN program (moving in January).

I would really love to enroll in a New Grad Residency program, but I do not plan to stay in CA past December. I assume that I will not get into any New Grad programs with this plan.

The issue I am having is what would be the best route for me and what would be the wisest career making decision? Who do I speak to about this situation without any judgment? Do I speak to recruiters of hospitals I want to apply to? Or any random recruiter?

I was advised to seek opportunities in a clinic or ambulatory care unit while completing my BSN courses (as clinic experience > SNF/LTC > no experience)...eek!! information overload!

Thank you all in advance

Specializes in Women’s Health.

Loma Linda's Children's Hospital has a new grad program that is 4 months long. It starts in September and ends in December. The application opens on April 19th and closes on April 20th. I don't know how close that is to you or if you're interested in peds but that's the only new grad program that I know of that's less than a year. Children's Hospital Los Angeles also has a 5-6 month new grad program that starts in September but I think the application deadline already passed. I hope this helps. Congrats on becoming an RN and good luck!

elkpark

14,633 Posts

Yikes. Don't plan on ever working again for any hospital (or associated hospital) at which you get accepted to and complete a lengthy new grad residency program and then leave.

RNbubu

72 Posts

Do not accept a position if you are already planning on quitting.

Specializes in Emergency, Trauma, Critical Care.

Most new grad residencies last about 6 months with the expectation you will work for them a while after. Many require some form of contract expecting you to commit to a length of time after as they spend 40k or more training and investing in you. Additionally, you will not be able to likely use them as a reference if you do this. I would look into hospital systems that might be in other states as well with the possibility of transferring. Otherwise steer clear and find another temp job and then hopefully find a new grad program after you move. The job market is tough anyway and there is no guarantee you would land these jobs.

bhaktiRN

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Thank you so much @babeinboots!! :) will definitely look into these programs!

bhaktiRN

7 Posts

Yikes. Don't plan on ever working again for any hospital (or associated hospital) at which you get accepted to and complete a lengthy new grad residency program and then leave.

Thank you @elkpark, for your comment! Indeed, I do not plan to burden lengthy new grad residency programs if I do not intend on staying - Hence, my original post..

Obviously, this is not something I am trying to hide and will definitely be discussed with the hiring manager/recruiter/etc. I do not plan to burn bridges, but I do plan to serve my community in any way possible as long as I am licensed to do so.

bhaktiRN

7 Posts

Do not accept a position if you are already planning on quitting.

Thank you @RNbubu,,

I have not accepted nor even applied to any facility that I will not be able to meet their contract requirements.....Which is why I am currently researching for programs that are less than a year (if any).

I appreciate the feedback :)

bhaktiRN

7 Posts

Valuable information @ NickiLaughs, BSN!

Than you for your professional guidance :) It is a first for me to hear that there might be the possibility of transferring! I will definitely consider this factor as I research programs/talk to recruiters before making decisions. As I have replied to other comments, I do not want to burn any bridges or take the spot away from a new grad who can satisfy long-term contracts. It's just not fair and ineffective.

I am just seeking as much non-judgmental advice as I can get to make an educated decision. So I thank you for your honest suggestions :)

2mint

165 Posts

...Obviously, this is not something I am trying to hide and will definitely be discussed with the hiring manager/recruiter/etc.

Imagine if your BF proposed to you with such a stipulation: "Honey, let's get married, but definitely sign a pre-nup because I'm looking to 'up-grade' in 6 months." Imagine.

It is interesting you are trying to appease some online strangers--of a different generation(s) who have no interest in saving Social Security for your generation--at the peril of your livelihood. Interesting.

Well, I am in orientation and once I'm vested, I will likely move closer to home. Well.

bhaktiRN

7 Posts

Imagine if your BF proposed to you with such a stipulation: "Honey, let's get married, but definitely sign a pre-nup because I'm looking to 'up-grade' in 6 months." Imagine.

It is interesting you are trying to appease some online strangers--of a different generation(s) who have no interest in saving Social Security for your generation--at the peril of your livelihood. Interesting.

you totally rock! ;) live on! Such intelligent and original peace of advice. Thank you!

Specializes in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Don't forget that you will most likely have to sign a contract that may have nasty repercussions if you break it...especially in California (I'd say GL to finding a new grad program AND then being able to leave within a few months :nailbiting:). Just something to keep in mind. If unable to avoid a contract but able to get a new grad job, I'd stay for the duration of the contract and then move. Then again, you don't find many contracts if you are looking for a non-hospital job.

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