What about one day surgery? (Pre-op and post-op)with your six months experience that may be something to think about too because the census should be lower and pretty much the same procedures (less anxiety) over and over....plus after they have recov...
Seems like forever, doesn't it? I have applied at over thirty jobs only to get three interviews. I began in Oct. this year. My advice is to be persistent and hang in there. Best wishes to you and stay positive.