Areas of Nursing where would I work as a new Nurse?

chorkle · Dec 29, 2012

My take on this is likely different than most. I'll be happy to work anywhere I can be useful, and feel I'm doing smth. worthwhile.

NP Sam · Dec 29, 2012

Here's a very generic but true answer you will get used to in the future: it depends. There is no set area new grads work.

QUOTE="chorkle;7090769"]My take on this is likely different than most. I'll be happy to work anywhere I can be useful, and feel I'm doing smth. worthwhile.

Yes, as a new grad you will most likely take whatever job is offered, but because you are feeling "useful" and fulfilled. Just you wait! I wish I could insert an evil laugh.

chorkle · Dec 29, 2012

Sam--

Insert evil laugh.

I'll deal with it when I have the experience or knowledge to do so.

BrandonLPN, LPN · Dec 29, 2012

If you want to get a job in the hospital as a new grad, you should really consider becoming a CNA or PCA or whatever they call the aides at your local hospital. Having connections is of the utmost importance. Passing the nclex will make you a RN, but it won't necessarily get you a job. You will see first hand that the classmates who have jobs waiting for them are 99% already working as aides. Don't listen to those who tell you not to work while in nursing school. That's horrible advice. New grad RNs with no pt care experience are dime-a-dozen. Don't be one of them.

KelRN215, BSN, RN · Dec 29, 2012

Specialty jobs- especially in coveted specialties like ER and L&D- can be hard to come by as a new grad. I started in a specialty right out of school but I had an in because I'd done 2 clinicals on my floor. I agree to try to work as a CNA during nursing school... the new grads who get the jobs of their choosing are all ones with inside connections, at least in my experience.

nurseprnRN, BSN, RN · Dec 29, 2012

You vill vork anyvhere you can find a position, and...you VILL like it! Achtung!