Advice needed concerning job search-Pgh

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Hi there! I am hoping to get some advice on hosp. units in Pgh. I am graduating in May and I am searching for my niche. I think that my heart is in OB, labor and delivery/postpartum. Magee has told me that they do not hire GNs----so I guess that is out. I have an interview at West Penn Hosp, but they said they have already hired all the GNs needed for their OB dept. They have positions in Med Surg (general) and Renal/Endo. ALso Cardiothoracic stepdown. Anyone work there or have any experience in these units? What can I expect? My internship is scheduled at Mercy. I am guessing OB. I have heard some not so great things about both Mercy and AGH. Would it be worth my while to apply there? Also, does anyone know anywhere in Pgh that is currently hiring GNs for OB???

Any input is appreciated. Of course I would love a high pay, benefits, and convenience....but I would also like to work doing something I enjoy. It seems as if GNs that I know are being hired left and right. Should I wait to get a position I like. Or take a job I might like if the incentives are all there? I know this is more of a personal decision.........but I am in need of some advice from those who might have been there, done that!:uhoh3:

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Specializes in Neuro/Med-Surg/Oncology.

What about St. Clair? They are suppossed to be doing a new birth center. I know they have a position, but I'm not sure if they're looking @ GN's or not. I'm not sure where in Pittsburgh you are, but travel shouldn't be too bad.

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That's right nurseybaby! Now we have to start working on the other hand! :roll

I hadn't thought of St. Claire. Thanks for bringing that up. I live near the North Hills area. I had heard from some of my classmates that had clinical there that it was slow as far as births go. But if they are putting on a new wing it must not be doing all that badly. I will look into it. Appreciate your input very much!!!!!

MsProtoe-Nix

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Specializes in Neuro/Med-Surg/Oncology.

I was just talking to my friend. She said Magee has a new Med-Surg floor. It would be a good foot in the door. Just a thought. . . You could put in a transfer after six months. Good luck!

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That is a thought. They did say they were hiring for other Depts. Six months isn't long at all. I could stick that out. I like Medsurg also. I'll keep it in mind.

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Specializes in Neuro/Med-Surg/Oncology.

Believe me, your first six months will fly right by. I've been working nine months and my spinning head is just starting to slow down. You may wind up really liking it. Also, with a new unit, you'll be able to advance quickly if you want to. Just my .02.

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Sewickley Valley Hospital and Ohio Valley Hospital still do babies. They are located closer to the North Hills. I don't know if they hire GN's for OB but you could check them out.

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If you are still looking, try Forbes Regional (Monroeville).

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Specializes in Critical Care, Cardiothoracics, VADs.

Cardiothoracics is the best!

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I agree that Cardiothorasic is the best.

I wouldn't want to work at Magee for 2 reasons...

1. It's in Oakland

2. It's a baby factory. I would rather work in a slower paced setting where you can give more personal care.

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I agree with all the above, you have quite a few choices near you. Good luck

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