Should I call HR or Nurse Manager?

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Hello all!

I am new to CT and a new grad and I have posted for help earlier. I have been applying, but I have not been following up with my applications because I am not sure who to call, Should I call HR or NM directly? I actually did call one HR and they told me to wait until the manager call me. I am kind of afraid to call NM because she/He probably have so much on their plate that the last thing they want is a new grad bugging them about an interview.

I have gone to HR of the few hospitals here but they have strictly told me that everything is online and you have to wait for the manger to contact you.

Where I am from, we could go up to the floors and introduce our selves to managers and for the most part they don't mind it at all. But I feel in CT everything is online and they are resistance to see you in person. Am I wrong? Should I try to call managers directly? Should I call them and ask to visit their floor? I need advice, please help.

I have applied to one ER position, which said they will consider a New Grad, I do have EMT experience. It has been a week, Should I call the ER manager or should I contact the HR personal.

Thank you all, and sorry for the long message.

That's good to know that some facilities keep your resume longer. That hasn't been my experience.

Thank you TheCommuter[COLOR=#003366], ASN, RN, I also believe that connections help you but because I am really new to this city, it is difficult. I am trying my best. I will be volunteering at the hospital that I am interested in working at, hopefully I can get hired after they see my work and personality. Other than that, I am applying, applying and applying to many positions.

Many people I spoke to said that it is ok for me to call the manager or HR because then I am showing interest and they might actually look at my application rather than discarding it. It is very confusing on my part about what to do. Like I said, I have been applying for 5 months now but have not called and that is the only reason may be I want to call them but at the same time, I am afraid that I am bothering them.

I am constantly working on my resume and cover letter. I have taken tons of free CE credits that is available, I have signed up for ACLS and once done with that probably take PALS. I know its money but at least it might help a bit.

Thank you all for your replies and advice

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