Do i need that state's licenes before applyin for work?

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Specializes in Ambulatory care.

So i'm thinking of applying to another state for work do i need to hold that states license before I apply? I'm in NYC all i know is that there's nothing nil for new grads which i'm soon to be stale grad .. a girl's gotta eat so now i'm considering other states.

Do i need to already hold that state's license before applying?

Any suggestions on which states to start looking?

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

In this tight hiring market on East Coast, many facilities will not even consider a candidate without an active license. Expect to take 2-3 months to obtain license in another state.

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Specializes in Ambulatory care.

Thanks. I'll pick carefully then ... licensing fees are expensive. well it addsup too

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

Technically: you do not need to have the license in order to apply to jobs.

Reality: you are a much weaker candidate w/o one. Employers don't know when or even for certain if you would be able to work for them as you're not licensed, whereas they know that that applicant already holding the license is eligible to work and could start a whole lot sooner than you could.

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If you're asked "Do you have an active license for the state in which you are applying for?" question and you answer no, it is a one way ticket to never going to be seen land.

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Specializes in Ambulatory care.

Thanks everyone for your wise advice! ok while money is tight i'lll send in the applications.At this point i'm about ready to move across the country; For sure i'm getting the 1-2 states thats bordering mine.

How's the job market out in alaska, TX, FL?

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

Tight in FL, Getting tight in Dallas-Ft Worth-Houston area. Alaska welcomes you with open arms.

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

Some parts of Texas, namely the West and the border towns, may still have the welcome mat out...then again, it is West Texas. Breathtakingly beautiful, and that's all there is out there. Same for the borders.

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Specializes in Ambulatory care.

might i ask which are the "border towns"? sorry im in NY so right now all names seem the same. Your help is greatly appreciated

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