florida hospital or orlando health for new grad pay

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I am trying to compare the two hospitals Florida hospital and Orlando health. I know the starting salary at Orlando health is $22.50/hr for BSN and $21.30/hr for associates, the nurse patient ratio is 1 to 5, and night differential is $8.75 and weekends $3.20. Has anyone got accepted in the new grad program at Florida hospital if so can you share the location and floor starting pay for new grads, shift differential? What it is like working at Florida hospital? For example, the work environment and support from staff members along with how long the training is based upon the unit or floor you work on. Thanks.

I just got called for two positions at FH for this upcoming June 9th. I have my ADN, so they obviously considered me. I however, did add on my online application that I had my RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS, with 5 yrs exp. in a private doctors office as patient director. Not sure what really helped me get noticed by HR. With regards to the two positions that I got an interview for, it's in CTU (Clinical Transition Unit) and Multisystem PCU. These are both critical care depts. I am excited and privileged to have been called for the interviews but at the same time sad because if offered the position, I'd have to leave Miami to move to Orlando. Miami is not hiring new grads, esp those with ADN so relocating has to be a must for new graduates. The starting pay is 22.09. I guess because I have my ADN? Not sure about that. But I assume they will go over the differentials part if offered the position. I did take a look at the 2 yr contract which the recruiter sent to me since it has upcoming dates to set aside in the event that I get hired, since I currently live here in Miami. It was a bit disappointing to see the $13,500 that you'd have to pay if you break the contract. But I also understand it costs money to hire new grads.

Has anyone gotten hired recently in the GN program? And if so, are you happy working there? I saw past posts from 2009 that they can terminate you whenever they want, to replace with an experienced nurse, and therefore you'd owe the $13,500. I need to be sure I'd be making the right decision since I'd be leaving everything behind here in Miami, and starting my life on my own in Orlando. Anyone have any input?? Thanks in advance!

Also... if anyone has gotten through the interview process recently, do they go over the shift differential then? Because they didn't go over that over the phone when they called me to schedule my interviews. They only mentioned that my start pay would be 22.09.

Also... if anyone has gotten through the interview process recently, do they go over the shift differential then? Because they didn't go over that over the phone when they called me to schedule my interviews. They only mentioned that my start pay would be 22.09.

Hi Angie! I just accepted a position there so I've been anxious to find out how employees like the hospital as an employer! i believe she said the shift differential is 15% of your rate more for night shift, I also have a ASN; however with my health related bachelors I qualified for BSN pay. The interview process was a mix between behavioral type questions and a few clinical/scenario questions, it wasn't too bad!

Hey! I started out as a new grad at FH a few years ago and no, they dont usually talk about pay and diff very much. Its HRs job to, and I remember them touching on it and then having to ask specific questions for more details. Also $22.09 is a very standard base pay for FH, and no, you don't get any sort of premium for working in critical care. Congrats on getting the job!

Hey! I started out as a new grad at FH a few years ago and no, they dont usually talk about pay and diff very much. Its HRs job to, and I remember them touching on it and then having to ask specific questions for more details. Also $22.09 is a very standard base pay for FH, and no, you don't get any sort of premium for working in critical care. Congrats on getting the job!

Thank you for the response! Did you like the program itself! I love the area I'm moving to and I'm really excited to start! :)

I loved the GN program. I also started in PCU there. Theres lots of room to grow since it is such a big teaching hospital. Where will you be working? It is very exciting! :)

I will be working in the PCU; if always wanted to work in neuro and I can't wait to get started! It's great to hear that you liked it :)

I am also interested in working in Florida hospital or Orlando Hospital. I am going into my senior year of a BSN program. I have very good grades and currently work as a nurse aid on a step down unit in ohio. I would like to get into some sort of internship program at one of these hospitals. I was wondering if anyone had any tips of what I should do to help my chances when the time comes to apply? I feel as if I am at a disadvantage because I am not from the area. Please any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.
Jun 23 by Nickc512

I am also interested in working in Florida hospital or Orlando Hospital. I am going into my senior year of a BSN program. I have very good grades and currently work as a nurse aid on a step down unit in ohio. I would like to get into some sort of internship program at one of these hospitals. I was wondering if anyone had any tips of what I should do to help my chances when the time comes to apply? I feel as if I am at a disadvantage because I am not from the area. Please any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Nick, I am from NYC and I got into the program. As a matter of fact, I am moving next week! AHHHHHHH! Craziness. But don't be discouraged. Apply and you never know what can happen. Good luck!

Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.

We can be PCU buds (though I am in Cardiac lol) See you at orientation!

ok great do you recommend anything for me to do prior to applying next year?

Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.
1:16 am by Nickc512

ok great do you recommend anything for me to do prior to applying next year?

I honestly think that because you are a nurses' aid, that you are doing well. Many of my classmates did not have healthcare experience. However, according to the recruiters my age (I'm 30) worked in my favor. Also I have been working at a hospital for 4 1/2 years. But as you said, your grades and working in a nursing role (aides do some nursing tasks), you have that as an advantage for you.

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