New Grad moving to Albuquerque in December

[rpbear]

I will be a new grad moving to Albuquerque this December. Is there anyone out there that can give me any advise on what to expect? I am originally from ABQ and have family there so I really just need advice about nursing. Where should I apply to work? Can I work on a permit or do I have to wait until I get my license? Are any hospitals offering sign-on bonuses? I am coming from NY and have talked to the BON about how to get licensed, but I would like some personal insite.

Thanks,

Molly:p

[jrlpn]

Hello, my name is janice and I plan to move to NM this summer on a travel assignment and anxious to get out of georgia, its been a total mess here, the people are plaque'd with demons from hell, I'm a 57yr old female with two grandboys and we all have been mistreated, I feel that NM is God's country and very much want to com asap. I would love to hear from you. Please post your comments here.

[khendeeh]

I'm a newly grad from the Philippines.. I've heard that NM is not requiring a local board license.. I want to take NCLEX in NM but I already requested for the fingerprint card a month ago.. until now, no reply from them.... what should I do?

Thank you and God bless!!!

[nightingale, RN]

I'm a newly grad from the Philippines.. I've heard that NM is not requiring a local board license.. I want to take NCLEX in NM but I already requested for the fingerprint card a month ago.. until now, no reply from them.... what should I do?

Thank you and God bless!!!

I would suggest you check in with the International Forum for the Philippines. Here is the Forum Link:

Philippines Forum

They should be able to answer your question. It is another Forum here on AllNurses.

[aquarius4u]

newbie here and i need inputs re: LOVELACE/ARDENT. we are seriously considering relocating to NM .Very tough decision for us since hubby also got offers that look very promising.Your input highly matters so please help!

[nightingale, RN]

I would not recommend the facility. I have heard they are trying to close the facility but the community so badly needs it, that they are made to stay open.

This is from a friend in the area. I hope someone chimes in who has first hand info. What is his specialty? There is a fantastic cardiac hospital in Albuquerque that might work better.

[aquarius4u]

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I would not recommend the facility. I have heard they are trying to close the facility but the community so badly needs it, that they are made to stay open.

This is from a friend in the area. I hope someone chimes in who has first hand info. What is his specialty? There is a fantastic cardiac hospital in Albuquerque that might work better.

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nightngale1998.. is the above post for me?

if so , i appreciate your input!

his field is int. med./hospitalist. BTW, what is the name of the cardiac hospital that you were talking about? currently, i am with an outpatient cardiac cardiac cath lab and want to also explore my options.

thanks again!

[nightingale, RN]

aquarius4u:

Yes.

The New Mexico Heart Hospital is great. I just went to a Cardiac Conference they put out for Health Professionals. I have worked there, as an Agency Nurse, many moons ago. I view them as professional, a leader in the cardiac field, and great staff. Presbyterian also has quite an advanced cardiac unit.

I loved working at University Hospital; I am sure you two can choose from many excellent options in the area. I graduated from their University and from TVI's two year program also many moon agao. I love the area, food, and triculture atmosphere. Enjoy...

[Elizabeth Hanes, BSN, RN]

newbie here and i need inputs re: LOVELACE/ARDENT. we are seriously considering relocating to NM .Very tough decision for us since hubby also got offers that look very promising.Your input highly matters so please help!

My stepdaughter works for them in a non-medical, support capacity. I know they have been losing doctors, which in my opinion is a red flag. My SD is trying to find another job because morale is terrible. Initially, Ardent was going to close Lovelace's main facility, but now they appear to be keeping it open. They seem to be in total disarray. NOT recommended at this time!

[aquarius4u]

semisweetchick and nightngale 1998...

THANKS A LOT for your inputs!! It will surely help us in deciding where to go. We are currently checking Presbyterian. We will see how it goes.

[keira]

do you know the starting pay for new mexico?

[nightingale, RN]

It is pretty low in comparison to California and the other west and east coast states.

[keira]

hi,

hello! i juz want to ask something...im a phil grad and doesnt have licensed yet. do you think it's ok to get new mexico as my initial licensure then later endorse to other state? do you have any idea bout endorsement, how long would it take?

how is it going with you there in new mexico? im also planning to work there while waiting for the endorsement to other state? is it possible?

are pay rates in general much lower in new mexico? are the people there nice? how bout the place? =)

i dont really have any idea about new mexico. i dont have any relatives there or friends.. please hope you can help me with this...