Philadelphia Area "New" RN: 30 applications rejected : When will my dream come true?

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Hi everyone :redbeathe

30 applications now, and each one denied.

2 of them, were actually for an entry level.. so once they were declined, i actually shed tears.

::sigh:: well im just here to vent. I am so exhausted with applications, i'm starting to feel I might as well give up for a few months.

how are things for you new jersey grads? My paper work for obtaining my licenser in NJ is nearly complete. however, i wonder if its worth the $200.00 and other fees? :redbeathe:crying2::nurse::uhoh3::redbeathe

I've read through this entire thread and agree that most of the jobs are not posted. Employers spend $500-$1000 per posting, only to get dismal results. Temp/Perm agencies are no better, b/c they just want seat warmers, not necessarily what is really needed for the job. If any nurse here is interested in an office (non-physician) environment and desires a later career in pharmaceuticals, biotech, etc - please contact me. I know several direct employers that are looking currently in and around the King of Prussia, PA area. Even if you temp for 6 months, or are placed on a "backup" list - once the work comes in, you may enjoy it enough to make a career of it. Email me: [email protected]

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Specializes in hoping to be in pediatrics..somedaysoon..

hi, IM BACK! well, its almost been a year since i posted this.. still nothing.

from 30, to 300 applications from PA to florida, and each state in-between.

i am now saving for licensure money for the states of MD, VA and DE for now.

I am at a loss, as we all are. just here to vent again.

OH, i have had 3 interviews, however all realized AT THE INTERVIEW that i graduated in 2010 and did not have exp. My resume and cover letter both read that way - so i was some what insulted.

going forward i am being sure to verify they understand NEW RN, upfront before i waste gas money! :sigh:

ohhh life.

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Aww, you poor thing. :( Do you have PM privileges yet? I can give you the contact information for a couple of DONs at subacute and/or LTC facilities around here in Southern NJ that I know have hired new grads lately. (Hope you are licensed in NJ!) I can't post them here, but you can PM me. Don't give up!

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Specializes in hoping to be in pediatrics..somedaysoon..
Aww, you poor thing. :( Do you have PM privileges yet? I can give you the contact information for a couple of DONs at subacute and/or LTC facilities around here in Southern NJ that I know have hired new grads lately. (Hope you are licensed in NJ!) I can't post them here, but you can PM me. Don't give up!

oh that would be beyond :yeah:lovely. :redpinkhe my email is: [email protected]

:redbeathe:heartbeat:nurse: FOREVER GRATEFUL! :lol2::redbeathe

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Specializes in hoping to be in pediatrics..somedaysoon..

hi im back - still nothing.

looking at like 400 rejected from here to florida?

looks like im taking out a loan.. if i can. :(

i did invest in ACLS last month, and next up is PALS. (next month)

got PA, and FL license and hopefully next will be jersey.

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Hi:

I am a new grad as well, graduated August 2010 and still do not have a job. Thinking it would help, I received ACLS, PALS, NRP. Unfortunately, still no job. I am tired of filling out applications, sending emails, making phone calls only to receive no response. :uhoh3:

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try prisons

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try prisons
While it certainly can't hurt to try and put in an application, very few prisons appear to be hiring new grads. Here's an excerpt from a recent posting that's all too typical these days:

Job Title: RN I Inpatient-Correctional Health

Job Code: 3780718158

Description: Under the general supervision of the department director and the direct supervision of the supervisor, the clinical RN assesses, plans, implements, and assists with the provision of care for assigned patients. Work requires the knowledge and skills necessary to provide direct patient care to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The clinical RN will be responsible for directing patient care for licensed and ancillary staff on his/her team and will act in a charge position as required.

Typical Duties

- Plans, directs, and provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process as appropriate.

- Delivers nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection by using approved infection control guidelines.

- Assures nursing care is delivered in a manner which protects the patient from harm or injury

- Nursing care includes patient education.

- Demonstrates cooperation and organizational ability.

- Supervises the work performed by licensed and ancillary staff.

- Maintains clinical competency and exhibits professional growth and development.

- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

- Functions as a preceptor for new employees.

- Incorporates patients’ religious/cultural beliefs into account in the plan of care.

- Maintains a commitment to legal accountability.

- Participates in the department Quality Improvement program.

- Utilizes computer to input and access data.

- Functions as a resource nurse.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing is required. 12-24 months previous experience in a clinical setting is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of . . . . CPR certification through the American Heart Association is required. ACLS preferred.

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Specializes in Clinical Research, Outpt Women's Health.

That is really awful. I wish other nursing students and the general public knew what y'all now know. Hoping soemthing breaks for you soon.

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in my experience prisons hiring nurses as long as they have pulse but it is very hard to get a hospital job with only prison experience.

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in my experience prisons hiring nurses as long as they have pulse but it is very hard to get a hospital job with only prison experience.

I registered with the state public health job system and none of the job notices I get are from prisons.

But I do get per diem job notices for health clinics so that might be something to look in to. Go to the PA department of health website and sign up there. Our RN license counts as the civil service exam.

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I registered with the state public health job system and none of the job notices I get are from prisons.

But I do get per diem job notices for health clinics so that might be something to look in to. Go to the PA department of health website and sign up there. Our RN license counts as the civil service exam.

Hey hiddencatRN, can you post some advice on how to get registered? I went to the PA DoH website and found the employment section but it looks like the only way to sign up is to register for the civil service exam.

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