Hospital based nursing programs in Virginia

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Can anyone tell me how hospital based RN programs work? I am currently a CNA in Virginia and I am trying to get into an RN program either at Riverside or Sentara. The reason is because I would like to attend a program where it will be easier for me to find employment at the end.

Does anyone know if I will be able to get a job at Sentara or Riverside if I attend their nursing program?

Thank you!

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From what I've gathered depending on whether or not you become an RN or an LPN makes the difference of your ability to get a job at the location you attend school. In VA, I believe LPNS rarely, if ever, get hired onto hospitals.

I would call and as both schools/hospitals what their policy is on hiring from the program. I know that Mercy School of Nursing (down in Charlotte, NC) does hire the nurses they teach once they've completed. They even have a loan/scholarship that allows them to fund schooling in exchange for a two year contract with the company.

Calling Riverside would be your best bet!

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Actually, if you are going for the LPN program I know (for a fact, my boyfriend went there) that Riverside will not hire LPN's. :)

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Thanks for the info

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Will riverside hire me then if I go for their RN diploma?

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usually hospitals with programs will hired as many of the new grads as possible but a job is not promised. You WILL find getting a job elsewhere very difficult.

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Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.

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If you do the RN program I've heard they will hire you :)

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