Can't get a job in Cincinnati Ohio as a RN

seasidesoul · Jul 2, 2015

Have you looked into new grad residency programs in your area?

absiobhan · Jul 2, 2015

Have you looked into new grad residency programs in your area?

I have never heard of such programs in this area

chipee · Jul 3, 2015

I'm from this area as well and a recent grad/just passed my boards. I had a position before I graduated in a residency program. Your a little late now for these programs since most have done their hiring, but I would look into the mercy health system, christ, and bethesda. If your willing to drive, premier health is nice too.

absiobhan · Jul 3, 2015

Thanks for the info. Do you know when most residency programs begin? Is a BSN preferred or is an associates ok to enter?

chipee · Jul 3, 2015

I have a bsn. That may be why your having difficulties if you have your asn. I know this area is moving toward bsn nurses because many hospitals are trying to get magnet status. I graduated with my bsn and probably half of my class had offers before graduation. I know some will still hire asn but just require that you complete your bsn in a certain amount of time. Most of the residencies begin this month but some have another start date in the fall.

absiobhan · Jul 3, 2015

Thanks. I'm going to look at Kettering hospital its about a hr drive but I travel about 50 minutes now to a LTAC job now. I really want the hospital experience

Nola009 · Jul 4, 2015

I think you have the right idea. If you need to commute, so be it. Probably worth it for sure.

missmollie, ADN, BSN, RN · Jul 22, 2015

I grew up around that area in Indiana. Have you tried the hospitals in Florence, KY or any of the smaller hospitals in the tri-state? You may need to apply for a license in Indiana and Kentucky if it doesn't match with the Ohio license, but that could help expand your search and job opportunities. Best of luck!