Im disappoined thus far in my experience looking for RN positions on Oahu and looking for advice on getting a job at Straub or Queens.
I am moving to Oahu with my military husband, and forced to leave my current (and first) job with only 9 months of experience as an Emergency Room RN. I have EMS experience, GREAT references, internship in a level-1 trauma, my bachelors and even my CEN!
Yet, yesterday I was told, by Straub nursing recruiter, that she simply cannot forward any of my applications to ANY department because Straub has a "non-negotiable" 12 month experience policy. Her advice was "stay behind for 4 more months" and then she can get me a job..?
They currently have several ER positions listed, all night shifts, which I have and am able to work. I have worked so much overtime in the past 9 months that Im sure I come close to one year! I think Im an excellent candidate for these positions. Why are managers not looking at an entire candidates profile?
and probably the hardest fact-- I have a friend who worked at Straub, and said that some of the managers actually LIKE "new graduates"...so it once again comes down to who you know.
The recruiter at queens said something similar.
Im looking for any advice on how to get some contacts at Straub, Queens or another area hospital. My passion is in ER nursing , but I am a nurse first, and enjoy my profession regardless of the department .
