New grad rn in las vegas, nevada

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I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Nursing in May of 2009 and passed the NCLEX RN in July. I have been searching everywhere for a facility in the Las Vegas area that is willing to hire a new graduate and have had no luck at all. I can't even find ONE upcoming new grad program. It is very discouraging. :crying2: Has anyone else in the area had this same problem or does anyone have any advice or inside information that I may be missing? Any feedback or advice would be greatly appreciated :redpinkhe

I applied when I didn't have Nevada license and when I did. When I didn't have license, they responded that I did not meet the minimum requirements. When I did have my license, my app was in review. I think it's best to obtain licensure first. Best wishes!

Additionally, When you apply for Nevada License and you have one from another state you have to pay fees and all sorts of hoops to jump through. Once all is in order Nevada will grant you a temporary Nursing License (6 months) while your fingerprinting and background FBI check is completed. Once completed then your permanent License will be granted. All Nevada Nursing license holders are required to also take a 4 hour Bio-terrorism continuing education course. It is easy and can be accomplished on line. I reiterate. If you speak a second language make that stand out. Make sure to have your American Heart Association in BLS completed as well. These two things will improve your chances for an interview. :yeah:

Thank you NaturalVibes and RN Las Vegas.

NaturalVibes - I am currently researching how to get NV licensure as I am already CA licensed. How long did it take you to become licensed in NV from another state? Is it a lengthy process?

RN Las Vegas - How long did it take you to become licensed in NV from another state? Was it a lengthy process for you? Any more tips to improve chances for interview? I've gotten BLS, ACLS, PALS, IV, TNCC certifications and in the process of getting my ECG certification. I do speak conversational Tagalog, but I'm not fluent. I wish I was fluent in other in demand languages.

Specializes in Med Surg, Oncology, and Psych.

du girl.

I am currently living in PA trying to get a job in NV. I got my NV license in January when I was out in Las Vegas. I got finger printed in the office and had my official license within 2 weeks! It did cost me aprox $300 with all the misc fees but it is worth it!

How has your application process been going? I am ready to start applying. I have experience but with all the negative posts it makes me anxious!

Specializes in Med Surg, Oncology, and Psych.

hello all,

It sounds like I am in the same situation as a lot of you. My boyfriend has a job in another field and I am going to start applying. What was your experience like? Any information can help in the stressful process! I do have 2 years of experience in med-surg and oncology field. I also am a charge nurse and a CEP (my hospitals career enhancement program designed to mold certain employees into a managerial role)

NaturalVibes,

Do you know if the Valley Health System hires new grads throughout the year, or do they offer their program only in specific months? I am currently licensed in CA and looking to transfer my license to NV. Thanks.

They seem to hire new grads throughout the year as I have fellow RNs in my new grad program who have started at different times of the year. Valley Hospital hired a bunch of new grads this summer whereas other hospitals within the system hired a select few. The new grad program is year round, with new RNs coming in each month

Sunrise, valley, and st. rose have new grad programs. call HR and try and figure out what you can do. I grauated this past may, took nclex in july and as soon as I found out that I passed I called a unit and spoke to the manager so that he could help me get a job, and it worked. I work at sunrise and they just hired a bunch on new grads, theres a 'new grad' spot open now in NICU. Good luck.

St. Rose Dominican Hospital is accepting new grad apps until October 7! Check it out..

hello everyone! i have been looking for an RN job here in vegas, applied to a lot of jobs, however, no one has called back. I feel bad that I didn't see the new grad program at st rose, the cut off was 10.07, i was not able to submit my application.

would anyone know any company that is hiring new grads right now? please help, i have been looking for months.

thank you all for your help!

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