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Getting the first job

Does anyone have any unique tips or tricks (beyond dress nice for your interview, be on time, smile...) that are helpful in getting a job as a new grad?

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    Network, network, network. Sometimes it's more who you know than what you know. Join professional organizations, attend the meetings, and network with those who may be able to give you a boost up from the inside.

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    I agree w/ the above poster 100%. Depending on where you live, it can be hard to get a job. I applied to nearly 50 places. I got ONE interview...and that was from a nurse manager that I had met and made an impression w/ while in nursing school. I went on that one interview and got the job. :)

    I've been working for almost a year now. I've interacted w/ students. One student last spring stood out to me and others. She showed up on the floor a few weeks ago and is now a volunteer. The manager is already interested in her when she graduates this May.

    My advice is to do a good job, don't be afraid to step in and help...AND get to know the nurses and manager. It will definitely help you.

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    Make a lot of connections and talk to people.

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    Thanks for the advice! I made a point of meeting managers, attending job fairs etc. It also turns out that, throughout my clinical experience, I've been networking some without even realizing it! Anyway, walked right into a job! Now I just have to pass NCLEX.....

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