I'm finally an RN, where are the jobs?

U.S.A. Florida

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Okay, so I've done it. I worked full-time while attending nursing school and being a mom. I graduated with honors, I passed the NCLEX on the first try. (75 questions). Horray for me! But, where are the jobs? So far I've applied for about 50 positions and not one call back. I am becoming depressed thinking that I may never find an RN position. With my husband's job and our home, we are unable to relocate. I've tried hospitals, home health agency's, nursing homes, and even a flu clinic. I've read so many posts about people in similar positions such as mine.

Nursing is my passion. It is what I am good at. This is what I want to do. But no one is taking new graduates without any experience.

I'm fortunate to have a good job but, I am not doing what I want to be doing. Does anyone have any suggestions? How can I make myself more marketable. I'm almost in tears.

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Specializes in Critical Care.

Which region of FL are you in?

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I'm in the greater Miami/Ft Lauderdale Area.

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Specializes in Critical Care.

I hear new grad jobs are hard to find down there. I would stick it out or move into nearby areas. Since you have a job now I stay keep looking and be picky since you can be!

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what nearby areas would you suggest?

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We're on the same boat. Sent out applications everyday only to be turned down because of no experience. :(

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