I don't think I'll ever find a job

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I graduated from LPN school 2 months ago and have had my nursing license for about a month. I'm very frustrated @ the moment b/c it seems like I'm having such a hard time finding a job. I could have gotten a job in a LTC facility, but that's not really where my heart is. I would love to work in a Dr.'s office as a nurse, but the only positions that are being offered to me are MA positions (which their is nothing wrong with, but I need the higher salary). No one seems to be willing to hire a new grad. It's frustrating to me b/c I think I have the knowledge to make a good nurse in a Dr.'s office, but none of the offices seem to think so. I just needed to vent b/c right now it seems like I'm never going to find a job as a nurse. Has anyone else had this problem when they first became a nurse??

Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.
Just out of curiousity... you said your 'heart is not in LTC' - so where is it then?
The original poster mentioned that her heart was set on working in a clinic or doctors' office.
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Specializes in Emergency Room.

I am in a similar position. I have no desire for LTC work. If the hospitals are hiring LPNs apply there and get your experience. Try Craigs list employment section for the area you live in.

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agree with leslie sometimes you need to be flexible..clinics have good hours but that makes them more desirable esp to nurses with younger children

but experience on your job app can be look very good to employer, shows that you have assessment skills, good work ethics, reliable showing up on time when scheduled

a lot of nurses have to look around when they first get out of school

good luck

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