Desperate to get a job in the San Francisco, Bay Area

[elleABSN]

Hi all, I'm super discouraged here. Graduated with my BSN last Nov and have yet to get my first job as an RN. I live in San Francisco and the job market here is fierce. Everyone says it's all about networking and who you know, but I just don't know that many people here. I'd love to work in L&D or the NICU, but as a new grad, I'm sure those are likely out. Does anyone have advice on how to land a job without having to offer up my first born to do so? Thanks in advance for any help!

[mlang, BSN, MSN]

I am a NICU RN in the valley and will have my one year in Jan. I will be considering the Santa Cruz/Halfmoon Bay area mostly. I am willing to commute into the city if I need to. How is the job market and the pay? How long is the hiring process? Any advice is appreciated.

Thank you