Re: New to nursing, new to hospice
Dixiesnurse,
I am RIGHT where you are! I graduated with my BSN in May, passed boards in June, and have been actively looking for work the entire summer. The med-surg floors in the hospitals nearby are just not hiring. I did not go to school here, so, like you said, it is difficult to get in when the hospital cannot even accomodate their own graduates.
I have always been interested in Hospice, but did not pursue it until last week. I sent in my resume and they called me that day to schedule an interview for Monday. They said they are willing to take new grads. I am a little apprehensive, but very excited about the opportunity. I would rather get some experience in the hospital... but I cannot wait around on a job much longer when nothing else looks promising. I am going to talk to the nurse director about orientation at length, because I want to make sure that my patients and my license are safe. Hopefully they will be willing to meet me there.
I just wanted to let you know that you're not alone! I am in need of some good advice, too!
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