newgrad82

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1. Does anyone know any open positions for new grad in Bay Area?

   newgrad82 replied to kim129's topic in California

   For me the State Hospital process was much quicker. I had an offer from Coalinga 1 month after sending in my application. It was quick so it just depends on your timing. I start next week so the total time from sending in my application to startin...

2. Anyone Start at Coalinga State Hospital May 4th?

   newgrad82 replied to newgrad82's topic in California

   Thanks myron6ny- I have been to Coalinga several times in the last few months so I know how small it is. I don't mind it that much though and I think I may just live there to cut down on gas cost. Thanks for the info.

3. Anyone Start at Coalinga State Hospital May 4th?

   newgrad82 posted a topic in California

   I wanted to know if anyone is starting at Coalinga State Hospital on May 4th. I still need to get a place to live. Is anyone starting or does anyone who already works there have any living advice for me? Thanks!

4. Anyone Interviewed with UCLA New Grad Residency

   newgrad82 replied to expo4u's topic in California

   I got a no from the transplant unit last week. Congrats to everyone who made it.

5. How to get "recruited" into states that need nurses?

   newgrad82 replied to newgrad82's topic in California

   Hey bouncy- I would love to talk to you about the state hospital process. I have already had an interview at one and have 2 more interviews set up. I can't PM you until you have 15 posts but I think you could PM me. I would love to talk to you abo...

6. New Grad - am I doing something wrong?

   newgrad82 replied to AhJee's topic in California

   Well I am thin, in my twenties but not blonde. I guess thats why I don't have a job. Its the hair. I feel like you are using young nurses as a scape goat. Its bad for everyone!

7. Overwhelming # of Nars and Nurses Quitting

   newgrad82 replied to Doughertyz's topic in New Nurse

   I am confused about why there is a staff shortage at your facility when there are so many new grads that can't get a job. Where are you... maybe I will relocate there.

8. Trying to stay positive

   newgrad82 replied to ccstudent's topic in California

   caliotter- where did you relocate to?

9. How to get "recruited" to states that need nurses?

   newgrad82 posted a topic in New Nurse

   Hello everyone- I'm one of those new grads that is having a hard time getting that first job. I feel blessed that I am able to relocate and I have heard people talk about states, such as Texas, Wisconsin, Iowa, New Mexico, that are "actively recruit...

10. How to get "recruited" into states that need nurses?

    newgrad82 posted a topic in California

    Hello everyone- I'm one of those new grads that is having a hard time getting that first job. I feel blessed that I am able to relocate and I have heard people talk about states, such as Texas, Wisconsin, Iowa, New Mexico, that are "actively recruit...

11. Career Fair @ Sac State

    newgrad82 replied to Mitsucar's topic in California

    Sutter, UC Davis Med Center, Air Force, Army, a travel nurse company... did I miss any. Honestly, no one was actually hiring. The most positive thing I heard was, "well we DID hire a few grads in January, so it does happen." DISMAL!!!!

12. Need Advice- Am I screwing up my life? Help Please

    newgrad82 replied to sagemm's topic in California

    I moved back to California Sep 08 right after I graduated from an east coast school. I still don't have a job. I agree with everyone who has posted so far. Get a job there and continue to monitor the situation here.

13. Anyone Interviewed with UCLA New Grad Residency

    newgrad82 replied to expo4u's topic in California

    Not me. Hopefully the economy hasn't caught up with UCLA too. I am worried they wont add any new spots after all.

14. Anyone going to the next step with Sharp NEW Grad Program 2009??

    newgrad82 replied to piscesmama's topic in California

    Ha, I'm sure they recieved your packet and then lost half themselves. Anyone else begining to hate HR?

15. Almost one year out....vent warning

    newgrad82 replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in New Nurse

    WildcatFanRN- CONGRATS!! I graduated last September (08) and still don't have a job. Your story, and triumph, gives me the strength to go on!