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Hi all,

I am still looking for a job as a new grad NP. I really want plastics or dermatology and live in the southeast. I have tried recruiters, job boards, everything it seems! Anyone have any leads? I have encountered most places that want 1-2 years of derm experience...well how the heck am I supposed to get that if no one will hire me as a new grad? I have offered one place a training salary of 40-50k per year even and still got nothing. I hate to go into ortho or some other specialty and really waste a year or more learning that when it is not what I really want in the long-term. There are some places hiring but I cannot move there. Any advice??:confused:

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I am in the same situation as you. I recently graduated, and I have just started looking for positions in primary care. However, I see most employers want NP's with experience already. Very frustrating. Now I will prob have to settle for an acute care position for year or until I can find a position I want. However, I am unsure if my degree prepares me for such!

You will have to do whats best for you. I would check craigslist and all employment listing. The market is becoming saturated with NP/PA's that the perceived shortage is really non-existent. In addition, employers don't want to train providers in long orientation. They want employees who is going to bring in a lot of money quickly. I guess, like me, you will have to decide whether its worth moving to find what you want or take another job for experience.

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I'm in the same boat. However, I've been using monster and indeed.com. What other search engines are out there for NPs or health care providers? I know the 2 i'm using are not really geared towards those in our field. Thanks!

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Specializes in FNP.

Have you checked out https://www.3rnet.org/default.aspx ?

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Specializes in Step-down ICU.

I'm not an NP but see some jobs listed in the Charlotte area on craigslist.org as well as the Carolinas Healthcare website. Good luck!

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I've had calls/e-mails from employers using AdvancedPracticeJobs.com and posting my resume on Careerbuilder. Good Luck with your job search!

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Thanks all! I will check out the above sites. I have looked at craigslist but not the others. Plus, I believe I have a possible offer : )

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