Graduating in Aug...would like some suggestions

[Meg2007]

I am going to be graduating in August. We were told that it would be a good time to start looking for jobs. I really want to work in NICU and don't think I'd be satisfied working in any other unit. I have listened to what you all have said in the past about starting out in NICU if that's where you want to be so that's my intention. How do I go about doing that? What do you all suggest? Should I just start applying? Any suggestions on how to increase my chances of getting a good position in the NICU?

[Imafloat, BSN, RN]

Try to get your senior practicum placement in the NICU. There were 6 of us in my class placed in NICUs in 2 different hospitals in our city. All 6 of us were hired on in the NICUs we did our practicums at. Good luck to you, I am 2 months in and I know I am in the right place. I am so thankful that I have the job I have.

[KatrinaPM]

Where in Michigan are you? I used to work at Holden. I basically got the position because I had a few clinical experiences there, and was encouraged to apply for a new grad position by my preceptor. If you can shadow, I would definitely recommend that, even for a few days so that you can bond with the person you're working with...

If you can get your role transition experience there, that is definitely helpful, but that's not always a choice you're allowed to make. (I know ours was a lottery). If you have questions feel free to PM me.