bsn...Excited, but now starting to feel depress...

[ertlbsn]

I worked so hard to get into the bsn program, & i was so excited to start the program.

Hoping to graduate next year and getting a job that i love to do. But what i see comments posted here about no jobs after graduation, whewww.. I'm feeling down and depress about the future of the new bsn already.

I'm taking any opinion and advice !

ertlbsn

[Palliative Care, DNP]

My advice to you is to start networking now! Every clinical you go to make a "friend". It is not what you know when are done it is who you know. If you are able to volunteer do it. If you can particpate in Relay for LIfe do it. Lots of connections can be made at these types of events. Be proactive so you are not the person on here a year from now saying you can not find a job.

[Pixiesmom, BSN, RN]

Focus on your schooling now. Show up for each clinical prepared and looking professional and be ready to learn new skills. The job market is different in each area and it will change by the time you graduate and sit for the NCLEX. Enjoy being a student, learn about yourself and your classmates, and remember you can do this.

[chevyv, BSN, RN]

One hurdle at a time! I agree with Pixiesmom, focus on school now and the rest will take care of itself. Why even worry about a job at this point? This is what you want to do so do it! I don't think job prospects are much better in any other professions so carry on and good luck :)

[Isitpossible, LPN, LVN]

my small suggestion: make contact with nurse managers during clinical... network, get their number/email addresses ect. during my program my clinicals were only on weekends, therefore I didnt have the opportunity to meet nurse managers and make those connections...

[psytbs87]

depending on where you live, you may have a good chance of actually being one of the lucky ones who gets a job right after school. I live in the west coast and I have received so many letters saying the company chose to go with another candidate. I've also heard from my friends that work in management that supervisors always try and hire the book smart people, but then eventually realize they have no bedside rapport and can't even hold a conversation for the two minutes they're in there. Your best bed is to join the service, and.....no offense, (but allow them to brain wash you) to be all that you can be! and then go through their additional healthcare training courses and you'll be set. travel nursing is an up and coming popular career nurses are looking into as well. don't give up just yet, but be prepared to apply for a ridiculous amount of jobs, and take what you can get just so you can at least get your foot in the door.

[classicdame, MSN, EdD]

Remember, this site does not represent every nurse in every location or situation. And it could be the people who have had positive experiences do not feel compelled to participate in the threads. So, do your personal best. Good luck!