Apply to CA jails before boards?

[elprup, BSN, RN]

I have searched Depart of Corrections and allnurses....Can I apply online for a CA corrections position before I take my boards, or do I have to wait until after and I am a licensed profession? I saw on the online application that I need to put my license number in and I am tying to be proactive before I graduate May 08. (Of course I am applying to other specialties...I realize corrections in CA is extremely difficult to get into...but then again, everything is a adventure.

Thanks bunches for any info.

Melissa

[ERDawg]

I was able to take the online exam for corrections in Calif. while still in school, but you have to be licensed before you can interview.

[elprup, BSN, RN]

Thank you for answering my question. I have a scholarship and have to work county/federal/underserved/not for profit for three years and am trying to be ahead of the game.

Thanks again,

Melissa

[blkgurlwithwings]

whatever happened? Did you get the job? I'm in the same boat. Any hints?

[Quiskeya]

It depends, some correctional facilities might hired you before you graduate and wait for you. Some of them might want you to have your license before they interview you. In my case, I applied when I was almost done with school, the DON told me she can't interview me without a license, but they have my info on file. The very next day after I found out I passed my boards I called her, she interviewed me and got the job right away. I am a new grad and a correctional nurse. I love it!