Harbor UCLA 2025 New Graduate Program

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Members are discussing their experiences with applying and interviewing for nursing positions at Harbor-UCLA, sharing timelines and tips for communication. Some members are seeking clarification on the application process and expressing frustration with the lack of guidance provided. There is also a discussion about the availability of new graduate positions and the involvement of schools in assisting graduates with the application process.

Hi everyone! I was recently hired for the NICU at Harbor-UCLA new grad program, starting in March 2025. Im super excited to begin this journey and would love to connect with others who are also starting in March!

If youre in the same cohort (or have any insight on what to expect), feel free to comment or message me.

nursewholovespink said:

Hi everyone! I interviewed for the L&D unit this morning. If you received an offer from Harbor-UCLA, how long did it take? My interviewer told me to be patient because the unit is pretty full so I have low hopes tbh. Fingers crossed though! 

How long ago did you apply/send an email?

Curious what their timeline is like since there is not a lot of info provided.

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RNSNAY said:

How long ago did you apply/send an email?

Curious what their timeline is like since there is not a lot of info provided.

I sent them an email with all my information (including relief nurse I WSA) and got an email to fill out the 500 nursing application within an hour. I was originally scheduled to interview on May 8 but they rescheduled it to today May 22 due to emergent activities. I was placed in Band I which means I got the priority for an interview. The process was very fast for me. I'm just not sure about the offer process and how long that would take. Good luck!

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I sent an email to the recruiting account this morning and got back an email saying the next recruiting cycle won't be until maybe late June. But they offered zero help on navigating the process. I wish it wasn't such a convoluted process applying for new grad jobs. 

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Mmssmm22 said:

I sent an email to the recruiting account this morning and got back an email saying the next recruiting cycle won't be until maybe late June. But they offered zero help on navigating the process. I wish it wasn't such a convoluted process applying for new grad jobs. 

It seems like a lot of their new graduate positions have filled up! I know they had one more day for interviews during the month of May. It was super confusing but my school actually gave the graduates pretty thorough instructions on how to apply! 

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That's great that your school helped. Did you have clinicals at Harbor? I did my PEDs rotation there but that was already a year ago. . 

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Mmssmm22 said:

That's great that your school helped. Did you have clinicals at Harbor? I did my PEDs rotation there but that was already a year ago. . 

How did you like your clinical there? 

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It solidified for me that I do want to work in the NICU and not PEDS or PICU. In contrast to the hospital where I work as a CNA, the average age was much higher in PEDs. Mostly teenagers tbh, and several gun shot wounds and gang related violence. I found that a bit disturbing since PEDs at my hospital was a lot more babies and infants and management of complex diseases. 
I really enjoyed the two days when I was placed in the NICU. The nurses where kind and professional and willing to mentor. The population was mainly premature infants needing growth and developmental care which is what I'm most interested in. 

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Mmssmm22 said:

It solidified for me that I do want to work in the NICU and not PEDS or PICU. In contrast to the hospital where I work as a CNA, the average age was much higher in PEDs. Mostly teenagers tbh, and several gun shot wounds and gang related violence. I found that a bit disturbing since PEDs at my hospital was a lot more babies and infants and management of complex diseases. 
I really enjoyed the two days when I was placed in the NICU. The nurses where kind and professional and willing to mentor. The population was mainly premature infants needing growth and developmental care which is what I'm most interested in. 

Mmmhh, I see. Thanks so much for sharing! 

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Hi, 

I also had an interview yesterday. I asked when will they let people know and the DON of the ER said around June because it is full right now. I also don't have high hopes since it felt really disorganized throughout the whole process. 

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Hiii was wondering if an active RN license is required at the time you apply?

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Hi! I just submitted my application for the RN I / Relief Nurse position on the website. Could someone please confirm if the next step is to wait and check my email for the assessment? Thank you very much!

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Yes you should get an email within the next day or so with the assessment link. 

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