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emtneel · Sep 24, 2008

Listen, don't rush. If you don't really want to take any of those positions don't.

I graduated in Dec 07 didn't get licensed prob. til Feb. and then certified in April 08.

Its now Sept. and i have a few months exp. but am leaving current job and do not have anything lined up but i am not worried.

If you are in a state similar to Colorado you may have to either take what you can get or move to get a position you really want.

It is not a crisis to wait for a position you really want. Also you may take a position that seems good but turns out differently. Still not a crisis.

Plus i doubt many people stay in the very first job they took as a NP.

I am a FNP as well and there are TONS of jobs out there, even for new grads.

Trauma Columnist · Sep 24, 2008

Agree with emtneel - I really wish now (2 1/2 years later) that I hadn't rushed into this first job. Oh well....I agree, few people stay in the same position forever.

emtneel · Sep 24, 2008

Agree with emtneel - I really wish now (2 1/2 years later) that I hadn't rushed into this first job. Oh well....I agree, few people stay in the same position forever.

you can always move on!! But think of the good points, you have all that experience now to put on your resume!

its all a learning experience!

But it helps when we can learn from others, such as here..

Trauma Columnist · Sep 24, 2008

Yes, you are right - I'm trying to work into a second job: part time in a community ER that I hope will move to full time but who knows? At any rate, I am sorta looking. Thanks.

Nursesabeti · Dec 7, 2008

I understand your frustration. I am very frustrated myself with finding a job as a new ACNP. I just moved to NY from MI and so since I dont know their hospital systems here or the doctors, its been very hard for me. If I was to stay in MI I would of had jobs lined up for me. Anyhow I moved here to NY and I must say its just so competitive here. I do have Cardiology ICU experience which is great but since I am a NEW ACNP I am finding that lots of the places are looking for ACNP With experience. Its just so frustrating to find a place that accepts new Grads... DOes anyone know or live in the New York Area that can help me? I come from a fast paced enviornment working in the ICU for some years and now I am home!...I dont want to focus on getting an RN job instead I am really eager to start my career as ACNP.... HELP!

Joan Z · Dec 7, 2008

It is scary in this economy to not have a job or to leave a job which isn't right--that's not to say you shouldn't try different jobs. If (like Nursesabeti) you know what you want, then you should focus there. However, if you're thinking IM/hospitalist/where you did your clinicals pick one and try it, go for a short-term contract and keep your eyes and ears open. I learn more every day at work than I could believe possible.

lannisz · Dec 7, 2008

Please, don't rush to make a decision! I made a mistake and took the first position I was offered because I felt I had to get an NP position right away. I knew the place had a bad rep but took the job anyway and I ended up in a very bad position and had a really rough start. I had no orientation and was "thrown to the wolves." I should have stayed in my OB nursing position while I looked for a better position. As others have stated, take your time and look for something you can feel good about.

westcoastgirl · Dec 11, 2008

it is not clear what area you are interested in. the internal medicine position sounds very different from the inpatient position.

I got into my first job quickly knowing the place wasn't perfect but that I would gain very good experience and then leave. I also live in a tight market for nurse practitioners, so I will say you need to figure out the local market.