Finding a RN job in NYC

[charlotte2010]

Hello, im new to allnurses! I have a question, im a pre nursing student and im going to attend Seattle Central community college and do a 4yr, RN program through them, and eventually i want to become an ER Nurse. Which should be great! :) However i dont want to stay in Seattle i want to move to NYC shortly after finishing the RN program, i want to know how hard it is to find a job in NYC as a Nurse. Any input is great, also before i move i presume i should have a job set up, however am i capable of that; since i wont be able to have a formal interview with my employer?

Thanks for any help!

-Charlotte Owen.

[nuwbee25]

Hi there, you should probably try to complete some school before considering moving, as the job market in NYC will surely be different by then (in a good way!). What you can do for now is study hard and get a part time job at a hospital as a patient care assistant, do volunteer work, and maybe even join a group at school that shows interest in the community. Also most employers will either do a phone interview or have you fly down for an interview. Also try to get your feet wet in the ER to see if you may like it, and try to stay open to all aspects of nursing. Good luck with school.