Has anyone heard from the John Muir New grad program?

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I'm curious if anyone applied to the John Muir Walnut Creek program earlier this month and if so, have you heard anything back ?

I know that they canceled the program in Concord but were keeping the program open in Walnut Creek. I have no idea how many positions will be in the Walnut Creek program as the recruiter wasn't sure when I last spoke to her.

Anyhow, any info anyone has would be appreciated. I'll post as soon as I hear anything as well.

Good luck with the job hunt everyone!

Afraid not.... pins and needles... good luck everyone!

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I was able to talk to the nurse recruiter and she told me there are 9 slots total. There are 17 internal applicants alone!!!!!!!! then 500 applicants externally. In a very nice way she told me the chances are slim to none for anyone at this point. She then proceeded to tell me to leave California if possible (she seems super optimistic!!) LOL I have to laugh at this point to keep myself from crying because this **** is ridiculous.

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I was able to talk to the nurse recruiter and she told me there are 9 slots total. There are 17 internal applicants alone!!!!!!!! then 500 applicants externally. In a very nice way she told me the chances are slim to none for anyone at this point. She then proceeded to tell me to leave California if possible (she seems super optimistic!!) LOL I have to laugh at this point to keep myself from crying because this **** is ridiculous.

Unfortunately that's reality. Expect those 9 slots to go to the internal applicants especially if they're under a UNION! For internal applicants all they have to do is to put in a transfer and then go through the interview process and then it's up to the directors and AHNs of each unit. It's very frustrating for everyone and those new grad positions are very precious. Just keep hoping and praying that something else comes up. Good luck to everyone.

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Given what I know about those 17 internal applicants (I imagine most of them are my cohorts at CSUEB), I sort of feel sorry for the hiring managers having to limit themselves to 9. They are all such strong candidates. It would be difficult to tell a great employee that they did not get promoted into a job they spent years preparing for because another employee interviewed better. I would hope such a large and profitable organization would make room for all 17 employees that showed initiative to become RN's.

Good Luck everyone; eventually this cycle will turn and we will find our places.

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itsthegreeneyes, thanks for all your info. where did you end up getting hired?

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When I went through the new grad program at JMMC about 3 years ago there were around 45 of us! It has dwindled so much and many of the floors are way overstaffed as it is. I did hear it's only internal applicants this upcoming round and with very few slots.

Those of you that are discouraged about not finding a dream job, try applying elsewhere to nursing homes and other less desirable places. I know when I started my career as a nurse I couldn't find hospital work as a new grad. I worked for a year at a SNF, got some experience and then landed at JMMC. Nothing wrong with working your way up! There ARE jobs out there! Just maybe not quite your dream job. It's not forever. Just a place to start and get some experience.

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Just heard today that I got an interview! Good luck everyone:)

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congrats newgrad1!! that's awesome!! are you an internal candidate? when is your interview?

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Thanks! I did precept in the ICU/NSICU back in June and July. Interview is Tues:) I am crossing my fingers! Good luck to you!

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congrats new grad! how did your interview go.

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I received a call back today and am scheduled for an interview next week! This is surreal.

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I received a call back today and am scheduled for an interview next week! This is surreal.

Congrats. I remember how thrilled i was when i got that call for an interview (Hoag hospital in Newport Beach). Felt like I was ready to land that dream job. Make sure to practice practice practice. You are 1 step closer.

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