[FLAtoNYC]

Hi all! I am about to be a new grad with an ADN taking NCLEX in July. I am looking for information on great pediatric units or pediatric specialty hospitals in the tristate area to apply to. I am Peds or bust and plan on waiting to work until I get a job in Peds. That is why I went to school in the first place and I plan on getting my BSN by June 09 and my NP in peds ASAP following. I worked as an entertainer for a great many years and I have volunteer experience at Joe Dimmagio and the Make a Wish foundation which is what inspired me to become a nurse (to explain why I am set on pediatrics, not just stubborn or close-minded:-)) Because I am only an ADN soon to be grad, my options for applications are limited because many will only look at you with a BSN. Morgan Stanley is not an option, but I am looking into Maria Ferari and LIJ. They are the only two all-peds hospitals that I know of. I also have heard that Montefiore has a great unit and did my peds rotation at St Lukes which was great. However, I think they are both union hospitals which means that jobs go internally and peds is in high demand for transfers.
Soooooo, I am looking for suggestions as to where to apply that will look at an ADN grad with great grades and references, a really positive attitude, and ready to work hard. Any info would be greatly appreciated as i would like to get the ball rolling. Thank you much in advance.

[loricatus]

Schneider's Childrens Hospital (on the grounds of Long Island Jewish Hospital, New Hyde Park NY & part of the North Shore-LIJ system) has an excellent reputation & a Ronald MacDonald House on Campus.