Aloha....introduce yourself

My name is Krista and I currently live in Missouri and I will be moving to Honolulu this Jan 2010 because my boyfriend will be working as an army nurse at Tripler. I am also currently applying to every RN job online and have a feeling that trying to get a Labor and Delivery job is going to be pretty tough. I currently have about a year of experience on a medsurge floor. I could use all the tips anyone has to offer!

Hi Kristen,
Don't get discouraged! It might take a little while to get acquainted to the Island. Just stay positive, and be nice to and friendly to everyone you meet. I don't really know about nursing advice, since I am not yet even accepted to nursing school, but that's just some advice about Hawaii. It can be hard to get hired untill you have some local references.

Aloha!

I'm a new transplant on Maui, two weeks in and I feel right at home! I've been an ER nurse in the greater Boston area for 3 years, with 5 additional years in healthcare. I'm waiting (...and hoping) to hear back from MMMC to get started in ER, ICU, etc... new place = new experiences, I'm ready for it! In the meantime, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, weather, and culture here. I am totally impressed by Maui's heathcare initiatives going on. I am constantly seeing/hearing about health fairs, women and children's wellness events, the Association for Improved Healthcare on Maui... I definately need to get my volunteer hands in on this!