Know of any new grad friendly psych jobs? Anywhere in the country?

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I'm going to be graduating soon, and as we all know this is a tough time for new nurses. Was just wondering if any you happened to work at or otherwise know of any psych hospitals that will consider new nurses? I'm willing to move almost anywhere, but I have my heart set on mental health. Would be eternally grateful for your help!

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Theres a new behavioral health hospital called Park Royal in Fort Myers, FL opening Feb 2012. Check out the site for more info http://www.parkroyalhospital.com, Good Luck. I know they have called a couple of new grads in for interviews.

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

You could also try applying to places that say 1 year of experience required/preferred. If you have a strong interest in psych you may be able to sell them into taking a chance on you. If you can do your preceptorship/externship in psych that will also help your chances.

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Specializes in Trauma-Surgical, Case Management, Clinic.

I have seen a few ads for new grads at Coalinga State Hosp in Coalinga,CA. The CA dept of mental health covers several hospitals in in CA but the one in Coalinga is the one I've seen advertised several times looking for employees and saying "no exp required"..."hiring new grads."

http://www.dmh.ca.gov/Services_and_Programs/State_Hospitals/Coalinga/Human_Resources/default.asp

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Thanks for the suggestions everyone!

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Georgia state hospitals accept new grads. Best of luck!

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