Advice for New Graduates in NYC 2016

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I just want offer my support for all the new graduates who will be finishing up their degree and taking the NCLEX soon.

My advice to the new graduates is as follows...

1. If you do not have a BSN, head back to school and get your BSN. BSN is the minimum you need to even be considered for a job.

2. Look for positions outside of NYC and the immediate surrounding areas. Greater NYC is saturated with experienced nurses. Opportunities can be had but you must look in upstate NY and in Southern NJ, Northern CT. The further out you go, the better chance you will find a job.

3. Be humble and flexible. New nurses are not in a position to be picky about what job they take. You must take what you can get. If you get a job, be humble and be willing to really work. Too many nurses have an attitude of "I am just passing through." This is wrong way to approach a job and a career. The days when a nurse could be selective are over and do not look like they will be back any time soon.

4. Stay attuned to the real news about what is going on in healthcare. As new graduates you are soon going to learn that their is no shortage of nurses and if fact their may be an oversupply of nurses. Make friends with people who can give you the "inside news" about what is going on. The big trend in NYC is that hospitals are opening up clinics and out patient centers while downsizing in patient care units. Nurses need to be willing to work in clinics and out patient care areas. The pay is less and opportunity is limited for professional growth but you will be working.

5. I wish every new graduate success and luck. You deserve to be congratulated on completing your education. Best of Luck !