Just past nclex-pn and relocating to houston, tx!!!

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Ok, So I just graduated and passed my nclex-pn in the state of louisiana. I am trying to relocate to Houston, tx. I am currently having a moment where noone has started calling me back. I have put in several apps and just about all of them are looking for 1-2 yrs experience. Well if you ask me I think that the employer should except clinical experience as work experience. Does anyone have any suggestions of where to find work or know anyone who are hiring new graduate lvn's in Houston, Tx??? Help Me Please!!!!! Really ready too work and I know I just graduated but I honestly didnt think that I still wouldnt be working.

I am also finding it difficult too find work here too????

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

The local job market in Houston is glutted with too many inexperienced new grads due to the slumping economy. In addition, you are already at a distinct disadvantage since you attended school out of state and most likely have no local connections.

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There are plenty of jobs here for new LVN's. Lots of places are willing to hire new grads but don't expect great pay. If you don't have an RN or BSN forget about the medical center. Your best bet would be LTAC, nursing homes, or doctor's office. Also, as far as I know Louisiana is not a compact state. In order to be licensed here you'll have to take the Jurisprudence Exam which covers the laws here in Texas. The Board of Nursing website for Texas has all the info you should need.

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Thank You soooooo much because that post just before yours was very discouraging and I was even considering not even coming but now since you have told me this, I am more ready than ever.....:saint: Bless You!!!!!!

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I am a new grad currently looking for lvn work. I have no experience but i am iv certified through the school with some phlebotomy training that i also received from the school. If anyone know of any places hiring new grads without experience can you please let me know can you post their names because i currently cant receive pms because i havent did enough posts yet, i have put in i dont know how many apps and they all want experience. I will greatly appreciate this help!!!!

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thanks in advance!!!!

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Specializes in Psych, OB-GYN.

Not sure what area of town you'll be in, but Kindred hospital is hiring LVNs in Webster, Pasadena, and Sugarland.Kindred Healthcare - Careers

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Specializes in Psych, OB-GYN.
http://www.cypresscreeekhospital.com is hiring LVNs right now as well. Not sure if it's full/part/prn but it is a starting place.
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