How did you get your LTC job?

[grateful2010]

Unlike hospitals with postings, how were you able to find out if there was an available position in your area? Did you just get the fax number and fax away? Did you call to inquire? please share your method. LTC is by far my first choice, but i have to get in where I can fit in at this point.

[violet_violet]

I guess the LTC job market has surely changed in my area (Sacramento). I recently applied to as many 7 LTC and none ever called me back! I feel so lucked out ... NG is tough on me

[bhenry2010]

I just went to the DNS (directer of nursing services) and asked if they were hiring at the moment. LTC facilities are always looking for nurses.

[SuesquatchRN, BSN, RN]

Yup. Called and asked if they were hiring.

[itsmejuli]

Network :)

I was a brand new LPN sitting in a statistics class beside 3 LPNs, 2 of whom happened to be supervisors in an LTC. They got to know me in class and suggested I apply for a job at the facility where they work.

I've been working there almost 6 months and expect to be there for another 18 months at least. I work every weekend and love it.