mathwizard

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1. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

   mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas

   SA is better I think but you will still have to work hard to get a job if your a new grad. They hire more around May and December so it is all about timing for new grads! If you have 1 years experience you can find a job almost anywhere. Good luck!

2. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

   mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas

   I have looked all over Texas I will post about my experience and advice to others once I gain a postion. I have learned a lot over the search process and will definitely pass on what I have learned so others can avoid the mistakes I made and have an ...

3. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

   mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas

   Yep unemployed but 1 more interview next week but not holding my breath. 60 applicants for 1 new grad position. But eventually we will both get lucky so dont give up is my advice!

4. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

   mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas

   Keep on looking is my only advice! I am at 6 months now with only 3 interviews after applying everywhere. With BSN, ACLS, PALS, and great resume. Times are tough and not getting any better sadly even for nursing!

5. No jobs...Seriously reconsider nursing school

   mathwizard replied to Cleopf01's topic in Texas

   I agree with Cleo comments if you cant handle the truth then dont read it! But I do beleive a real nursing shortage will exist in ten years when the old baby boomer nurses hang up the scrubs! That is why the schools are cranking out students now unfo...

6. question regarding license

   mathwizard replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Texas

   RULE 217.5Temporary License and Endorsement D. Upon initial licensure by endorsement, the license is issued for a period ranging from six months to 29 months depending on the birth month. Licensees born in even-numbered years shall renew their licen...

7. question regarding license

   mathwizard replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Texas

   your birthday I assume just look on Texas BON website they have questions and answers to when licenses expire! You dont need to call them. Congrats also!

8. New grad relocating to Houston ... is it THAT bad out there?

   mathwizard replied to MissPamela19's topic in Texas

   My advise dont stop in Houston unless you are an experienced nurse or already have a guaranteed job. Go to San Antonio or El Paso. Google hospital webistes at those cities and apply they are hiring currently but Houston, Dallas and Austin areas jobs ...

9. Is is hard to find lvn jobs for newly inexperienced lvns in Dallas?

   mathwizard replied to tlbaby's topic in Texas

   LVNs check out UTMB website careers they positions all over Texas.

10. ADN/Magnet Hospitals/Ability to Find Work in the Metroplex

    mathwizard replied to HeyHeyitsMaay's topic in Texas

    not good for any new grads!

11. To be or not to be a nurse...

    mathwizard replied to Nightingalewannabe's topic in Career Support

    If you have the desire to do something do it and dont look back! If you are looking for the easiest or highest paying profession dont do nursing! If you sincerely felt the need to help people even when it goes unappreciated most of the time and dont ...

12. I need some advice.

    mathwizard replied to xcrystal203's topic in Texas

    You can still get into nursing. UTMB places a lot of emphasis on the whole person concept not just GPA's. Write a really good essay when you apply and address the deficiencies you had earlier and how you have overcome them since. I recommend going to...

13. Houston LVN Grad looking for work

    mathwizard replied to 1soon2brn's topic in Texas

    Check out UTMB galveston website for careers they hire LVNs all over Texas.

14. Nursing school recommendation for RN - BSN around the Houston area? Currently in PA.

    mathwizard replied to hnt1987's topic in Texas

    I dont know anything about your license questions but UTMB galveston has a website. Look under education and nursing and it has answers to probably all your school questions you may have. Also they have advisors email addreses you can email with your...

15. Nursing school recommendation for RN - BSN around the Houston area? Currently in PA.

    mathwizard replied to hnt1987's topic in Texas

    UTMB Galveston the UTSON enough said! Hookem Horns LMAO!