Are there really enough jobs???

SweetPEI · Jun 28, 2012

Nursel56 this post is not about me. But since you are making it so, I guess I must elaborate. My DON approached me...blah blah blah increase in pay if choose to work there upon acquiring my license.. Blah blah blah "we are impressed with you"... In her hand was a folder with patient satisfaction surveys that mentioned me and I was told that my coworkers have been telling administration that they want me there. please let me repeat I am humble and grateful, however. I would consider this selling myself through my work and positive attitude and how I interact with patients and coworkers. The contract comes with an increase in my pay as tech. Now, if you want more detail, you will have to sought out that information on your own

allnurses Guide · Jun 28, 2012

Nursel56 this post is not about me. But since you are making it so, I guess I must elaborate. My DON approached me...blah blah blah increase in pay if choose to work there upon acquiring my license.. Blah blah blah "we are impressed with you"... In her hand was a folder with patient satisfaction surveys that mentioned me and I was told that my coworkers have been telling administration that they want me there. please let me repeat I am humble and grateful, however. I would consider this selling myself through my work and positive attitude and how I interact with patients and coworkers. The contract comes with an increase in my pay as tech. Now, if you want more detail, you will have to sought out that information on your own

You made it about yourself when you falsely assumed I was calling you naive when I actually took pains to point out the positive aspects of your advice in an effort to avoid just the type of response you gave me. My only interest, as I said, was to tell people that it's not uncommon for people to get ****** over by promises like that. My only sin here is probably being over-concerned that newer readers of this thread might get the wrong impression, not the details of your contract. I don't care about the details of your life.

SweetPEI · Jun 28, 2012

Well seeing that read only material can be taken the wrong way, I will let you know that I didn't think you called me naive. I was simply stating that I was not just taking my employers word alone, that it was actually legit, considering the topic at hand. Clearly there was a misunderstanding, however the main point is still valid - stand out. You have no reason to care about my life, but it is God's desire for me to prosper, and because.I am not His only child, I pass the experiences on in hopes that someone may also prosper. So sorry for the misunderstanding, but going into detail about my situation, to me, was a little too specific.

allnurses Guide · Jun 28, 2012

I agree, SweetPEI. Sorry for my part in it, too. Online communication does set us up for misunderstandings. Peace. :)

Tragically Hip · Jul 7, 2012

but it is God's desire for me to prosper

Well then, too bad for all those people having trouble finding jobs, or who've had jobs all their lives, but are now in danger of losing everything they own. I guess God has it in for them.

Would that people could see how they come across.

SweetPEI · Jul 7, 2012

Thank you for eliminating the part where I said I want to help others prosper

Tragically Hip · Jul 8, 2012

"Thank you for eliminating the part where I said I want to help others prosper"

That's just swell of you. You're a stand-up human being.

Do you ever feel that you're wrestling God's plan out of God's hands?

SweetPEI · Jul 8, 2012

Although I am just as well a sarcastic person, I leave sarcasm at the door when speaking about God. Furthermore, I will not begin to debate with you, I don't see the point. Have a wonderful day

Tragically Hip · Jul 9, 2012

Just remember, God has big plans for you. Many of the rest of us will be left to twist slowly in the breeze, for no apparent reason.

citylights89, BSN, RN · Jul 9, 2012

Nope, there aren't enough jobs. I mean, just think logically on this. How can there be an x number of jobs when there are x^2 number of graduates? It doesn't add up, and someone is always going to get the short end of the stick. I've already gotten several rejection letters without having been to an interview. Guess I better get used to it.

momichar · Jul 10, 2012

What bothers me is the people that look at you funny when you say you are having trouble finding a job. "What do you mean, I thought you got your nursing degree and passed your boards". Apparently that means that job offers are flying at me left and right. The general public is still under the false impression that RN jobs are everywhere. I think these nursing schools have been smart! They are banking on the fact that students are looking for stable careers where they can both make a difference and make a good living. They have used the media to lead students in droves to their programs and haven't been quite clear about what is really going on in the market. I am not ready to give up yet, I just graduated in May and received my license in June, but I am also being realistic. Hoping for the best, but preparing for a difficult job search. Congrats to all that have found jobs, and good luck to all of you who continue to search. I appreciate this forum being here, it helps to know you aren't alone in your frustration.

Buckaroo93 · Jul 14, 2012

Let me preface this by saying that I am about to start my 3rd semester of an ADN program. The nursing field has become like any other occupational area; one has to compete and "jocky" for the position they want. I know this from my previous 20+ years work experience in business and management (BBA Management). As others have said, it is all about setting yourself apart from the crowd. This also applies, I would assume, to experienced nurses looking to change positions.