Graduating December 2016, When Do I start Applying?

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Hello everyone! I, along with many of my BSN classmates are seeking assistance on when to start applying for our first job. Our class graduates December 9th, 2016. I know the application process can get lengthy, so I was looking for some insight on what positions to start applying to and when. Thank you so much in advance.

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Hi Graduate 2016! Congrats on your upcoming freedom lol... However I think it's a little early for you to think about applying for jobs. Some hospitals / organizations hire nurses before they actually get their nursing license on the premise that they expect to pass on the first try. I've seen some people get terminated due to them failing on their 1st attempt at NCLEX. I think its better for you to prepare your resume, maintain your BLS, and get a study plan in order for NCLEX (Hurst review, a Saunders book are some suggestions). If you don't have a nursing license its kinda like putting the cart before the horse. Just my thoughts I'm no where near an expert-

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What is the nursing climate for new grads like in your area? Do you have a job placement coordinator to help walk you through what your local hospitals are looking for, who to contact and when? I am also graduating in December (YAY!) and our job placement coordinator will have us start applying around Oct/Nov. In my program most 4th semester students receive several offers and accept a position before graduation, usually in their first or second choice specialty. If you put off applying in my area, then you are limiting your choices as your classmates claim all the open jobs.

This is something your nursing director or Allied Health Job Placement Coordinator should be able to help you with. They will be familiar with local hospitals and other employers and know exactly when they will want to start interviewing and hiring.

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