Parkland ER Residency Feb 2015

Thenurseofmordor · Dec 12, 2014

I am a new grad BSN that has been licensed for about a month. I have 2 bachelors, one in clinical research and a BSN from one of the bigger schools in the state and a 4.0gpa. In the last 2 weeks I have become ACLS, PALS, TNCC certified and in progress to be CEN certified by the end of the year. I have proven leadership and management experience with owning a successful business and also like I said before I was really in the zone with my interview that day because I had been on my third one by noon. I am 25yo and in my opinion in the ED at Parkland they are looking for an "attitude" rather than "stats". The grades and awards are a nice pad for the resume but pretty insignificant compared to having a self motivated, won't take no for an answer attitude, looking sharp for the interview and commanding the interview in a confident yet respectful manner.

We new grads know nothing more about nursing than just how to pass the NCLEX. The real learning does not start until after out of school. I have studied more and worked harder since graduation than while I was in school. This is why I chose nursing; a lifelong career of learning and the ability to find a challenge every day.

I feel like I just wrote a cover letter...lol

I was denied for the NNICU residency a few weeks ago and had to call to find out, there was no denial email sent. I would wait until late Monday to call. They see many many applicants, stay calm and keep putting good energy into the universe and it will provide. Be proud of yourselves you have or soon will have one of the most challenging, sought after degree's and title in the world...RN

Safe travels, friends.

SarahLindsey · Dec 12, 2014

I emailed the recruiter and she said "unfortunately I have not relieved your name for an offer, but all final offers will be made by today" and denial calls on Monday it sounded like.. So it sounds pretty grim for me unless she just hasn't recieved my name yet. BUT.. It was my first interview ever. So either way I'm ok with it!

YolandaHernandez · Dec 12, 2014

I have yet to hear anything either

smansoor786 · Dec 12, 2014

It depends what they were seeking. I'm a new graduate as well, this was my second degree. I've got over 10 years of healthcare experience with most prestigious hospitals in the nation along with federal research facilities. Since, I found a job within 2 weeks of being licensed in a facility I wanted so I'm content. All the best.

SarahLindsey · Dec 17, 2014

I havent heard either way.. i disn't get a definite no .. But no offer either

Thenurseofmordor · Jan 22, 2015

Anyone else going for it? I decided to take the ED job at Parkland and try it out for a while.

NurseMedic28 · Jul 15, 2015

I was hoping someone here could help me out with some questions, which I could not find on the Parkland's website or in hours scouring AN forums. I'm going to apply for Fall 2015 ER residency position within the next few days.

1) If someone was mainly interested in ED and trauma exposure, wouldn't they get more in the Emergency Residency vs the CCTNIP? Is there a contract req for both programs?

2) Anyone know the rough closing date for applications for the Fall ED Residency? How about for CCTNIP? I think I missed CCTNIP deadline for this year.

2) Is there contact info for the current residency recruiter somewhere?

Thank you for your time. And I'd like to hear from any of you how your experience in the program has been?

Thenurseofmordor · Jul 17, 2015

I recently finished the Critical care ED specific residency and am now on my own in the ED.

I know very little about the NIPP program other than what I have heard from the people who went through it that I work with. yes there is a contract, the program lasts 9 months, yes there is a 3 year contract that starts AFTER the 9m with $20k breaking penalty. You rotate through all the ICUs and ED and they place you where they want you based on your performance and hospital need not necessarily your preference.

As far as the regular residency I can answer any questions. 4months long strait ED, 1week in class then 2weeks on the floor with a preceptor rotations. 3 year contract with $20k breaking fee. We had around 10 out if 35 who dropped out for various reasons or where transferred out of the ED because it was too intense. Be aware that Trauma and ED are two separate services and you will not be eligible to work in trauma for 3years minimum. You will get occasionally get to just "help out" on codes with trauma, but generally they are very independent from the main ED and it is rare that you will have time to go over there anyway with how busy you will be with your own pt load.

When the new hospital opens in a few weeks who knows what will happen. The entire structure of the hospital will change, but trauma will likely remain very independent from main ED. And it will be even less likely you will see much of it just because of the sheer massive size of the new ED.

I do not know any dates for upcoming residencies.