Moving back to Denver with 1 yr NICU Exp.

U.S.A. Colorado

Published

Hi everyone!! I'm originally from Colorado, went to CU Denver for nursing school and moved here to southern New Mexico as a new grad to get experience. I currently work in a level II/III NICU. When I first started our nicu was a level II, but we are transitioning to a level III.

I've been here for a little over a year now and I'm starting to miss Colorado more and more. I'm more than ready to come home now, but would want to wait until late summer/early fall to make the move at the earliest. I feel a little bit disconnected from the Denver job market, but know when I left last year it was impossible as a new grad. Any idea if my chances are any better now with the little bit of experience I have? Or would it be best to try and stay where I am for another year? Thanks for the feedback!

agriggs

39 Posts

I feel like that fact you have a year experience will help a lot. I think you would be able to get a job no problem! That's what they look for I feel like is experience. :)

Most hospitals want one year experience and you have that, so it shouldn't be too hard. I know last year, Swedish hired a lot of new grads, it is probably the most new grad friendly hospital in the metro area (or was a year ago). I would start filling out applications online now that you have the experience I would say keep your current job until something pops for you, but I am betting it wont be too long.

CaptCrzy

45 Posts

Specializes in Emergency Nursing.

I think 1 year is enough experience to start looking for something in Denver. Most job postings say, "at least 1 year of experience". You can probably get a phone interview and move out there once a new job is established. Remember if you have the job lined up before the move, all expenses related to your move are tax deductible!!

I think 1 year is enough experience to start looking for something in Denver. Most job postings say, "at least 1 year of experience". You can probably get a phone interview and move out there once a new job is established. Remember if you have the job lined up before the move, all expenses related to your move are tax deductible!!

Awesome! I forgot about that!

DreameRN, BSN

120 Posts

University of Colorado hospital is hiring in both the MICU and the Neuro ICU right now...magnet, very good hospital. I've worked in both in my time here, and I love the people in both units.

UCAFblue

222 Posts

Thanks for the comments everyone!! I think I'll start applying, it can't hurt to at least try.

LVNBSN2

65 Posts

Thanks for the comments everyone!! I think I'll start applying, it can't hurt to at least try.

How did things work out for you?? This thread is old, and I am curious! I moved to TX to get acute care experience and am looking to move back to NOCO next summer.

+ Add a Comment