Job prospects on the west coast?

[Missa]

I am very interested in becoming a CRNA, but am curious if there is a demand for CRNAs on the west coast. Also, is it difficult to obtain employment as an inexperienced new graduate?

Thanks!

[Brenna's Dad]

I'm here in Washington state and there is plenty of jobs. Interestlngly, in Seattle, which has historically been a more MD town, both Harborview and Children's in Seattle are advertising.

[Missa]

That's great. Thanks for your response Brenna'sDad! :)

[zrmorgan]

I'm here in Washington state and there is plenty of jobs. Interestlngly in Seattle, which has historically been a more MD town, both Harborview and Children's in Seattle are advertising.[/quote']

Where in Wa do you work Brenna's?

I am considering relocation when I am done in May 2006.

Anyone you know work at Madigan?

Thanks

zrm

[Nesher, BSN, RN]

Seattle area hospitals have plenty of staff nurse positions. Check with any of the major ones, UW ( University of Washington), Harborview, Swedish, Overlake, Northwest, Evergreen, Providence, Virginia Mason, Children's to name a few. I work at the U - great place - come on out!

[Nesher, BSN, RN]

Forgot to answer the question - yes the West Coast uses CRNA's - and I have seen positions available.

[UCDSICURN]

In California, Kaiser employs a huge number of CRNA's and new graduates I believe are now making 140k (Former co-worker just finished up and that's what he was offered at Kaiser in Sacramento.).

UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento also uses CRNA's but also has anesthesia residents.