what can i do to get at least job interviews?

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got my licensed in the beginning of june i know it hasnt been long but everyday i apply online. i graduated in 2010 and barely passed my NCLEX this yr. im frustrated i need to work i want to work. i live in california area near west covina, el monte where are people hiring??

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I graduated in May and pass my NCLEX exactly one month ago. I started applying the day my license was posted on the BON using the resume I worked on while in school. A few of my classmates already received job offers from the same hospital I've applied to. I was starting to get discouraged. Last week, I reworked my resume and composed a cover letter template to include when applying for jobs. Since then, I've had 2 interviews (both with a LTC facility) and just today I received an email for a phone interview with the hospital a few of my classmates already got jobs with. So I would fix up your resume to make it stand out from others. And I really think a good cover letter will help as well. Good luck!

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thanks for your response! :) what exactly can i put in a cover letter though i already fix my resume llike 3 times trying to put key terms but i dont have a cover letter

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Specializes in CCM, PHN.

If your spelling and grammar on your résumé and cover letter is anything like your posts here, you will have a very difficult time getting hired anywhere.

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whats wrong with my spelling and grammar? im not trying in here to watch out for it. obviously it would be different on my resume.

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what are some websites that help you or guide you to write a great resume. that will catch others attention.

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I actually googled cover letters and found some examples. I even went to the library and checked out some books on how to write killer cover letters. The 1st paragraph is to let the reader know why you are writing them. Example... I am writing in response to the job posting for the RN position posted on monster.com. I am a new grad from XYZ college and recently obtained my license... Blah blah. 2nd paragraph is to sell yourself. What do you have to offer. Why you think they should hire you. 3rd paragraph is your closing... Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you. I can be reached at 123-456-7890. Hope that helps.

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thanks that helps me ive done a lot of research now

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Specializes in public health.

I'd be happy to take a look at your résumé.

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