No luck finding non-pool work for new grad

luv4nursing · Oct 3, 2005

Wow, I cant believe that you are having trouble findig LTC work! Hospital, yes, but LTC I cant believe! That is where LPNs are utilized most and there are soooooo many LTC facilities....or maybe its bc Im in FL (lots of elderly ppl here!). Look in the phone book and find as many as you can. Just call the HR department of every facility and ask if they have any LPN positions available. If so go in person to apply, or try to find out the nurse managers name and send your resume and cover letter directly to her. Then follow up in about a week.

Also call the nursing agencies, many in my area dont mind new grads--they actually came to our class to speak. You can also check into home health. It pays well and u only have 1 patient to worry about. Have u looked on careerbuilder.com, monster.com, and in your local newspaper? Did your school have a career center? They can often help with that. Also, find out where some of your classmates are working, even if u need to get in touch with an old instructor.

Im a new grad on the job hunt too, but not much luck bc I dont even have my seating pass. Most places at least want you to have that. Plus I prefer to not work in LTC if possible bc I just dont think its for me.

Good luck on the job front. Polish up your cover letter and resume, first impressions count. If u need help I have put together a pretty good resume for someone without healthcare experience.

HisTreasure, BSN, RN · Oct 3, 2005

That is odd! Luv4nursing is right on the money. Try the websites, especially monster and america's job bank. Not only are there PLENTY of LPN positions available, but many employers are so desperate for nurses that they may be flexible with hours and even generous with pay. Good luck with your search!

**Elektra6, ASN, BSN, RN** · Oct 3, 2005

Thanks luv4nursing.

I will try some of your ideas, especially the cold-calling. I went in person to a few places and filled out apps, but I will go back and follow-up with a resume/cover letter. I'll also try agencies. I asked 3 home health agencies (my ultimate goal) but they wanted a year first.