Nursing shortage?

I can not speak for Louisville personally but ,in Eastern Kentucky, it appears in some areas many of my fellow nursing students are finding it difficult to get a job. Personally, I have applied to 5 places and received interviews in two, but nothing yet. Part of my problem is the hours. I need to work days (I realize this will be almost impossible for a new grad); I have only been offered a night shift position. Plus, I am getting married and moving out of state soon, so this has also limitied my options. Due to the economy, many older nurses did not take retirement while many other nurses are picking up extra days to supplement their income. All in all, this adds up to less positions for new grads. It all depends on where you want to work; many larger cities will have more positions available then small, rural areas. Like my mom says, "it will all come out in the wash". Don't give up and if you want to become a nurse, then go for it. Do let anyone or anything stand in your way. You can do it !