1aquarianRN replied to 1aquarianRN's topic in Pennsylvania
My class had about 28-30 students that graduated in May and I think about 6 or 7 were hired by CChosp. Two of those students who started as GNs had to stop working b/c they failed the boards on their first attempt, but they may have had their positi...
1aquarianRN replied to 1aquarianRN's topic in Pennsylvania
Hi codi1226, I wouldn't be too worried because you haven't started the nursing program yet, so you have plenty of time to prepare. Please learn from my mistakes and listen to my advice! First of all, get a job as an aide or tech while your in schoo...
1aquarianRN replied to rosiekay's topic in Pennsylvania
Sorry, I forgot to mention a few things. If you can't get experience as an aide or tech...I know from a relative who went through the ACE program that they recommend that students not work...then network, research places you would like to work, atten...
1aquarianRN replied to rosiekay's topic in Pennsylvania
Yes, it's definitely still worth it... and that's coming from someone who finished in May, passed the boards in Aug, and still looking for a job!!! As for the nursing shortage, Ive come to the realization that in PA and surrounding areas the "real s...
1aquarianRN replied to catlvr's topic in Pennsylvania
I'm not sure what area of PA you live in, but a former classmate of mine was just hired as an RN...without prior experience...in a geri- psych unit @ the Coatesville VA Hospital in Chester County. As a recently licensed RN without prior experience, ...
1aquarianRN replied to 1aquarianRN's topic in Pennsylvania
Thanks, Adamsmom. Yes, Chester County Hospital was the first place I applied because I graduated from the Chester County section of DCCC and did most of my clinicals there. I called several times and left messages for both Sean and the new HR rep fo...
Hi everyone, I graduated in May and passed the Boards in Aug:balloons:, but I still haven't been able to find a job. I live in West Chester, and have applied for positions at Chester County Hospital, Mainline Hospital (any location), and Christiana C...