Moving to Cincinnati-info wanted

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We are hoping to move to Cincinnati after finishing my ADN program in MD. I have an opportunity to stay here an additional year and finish my RN to BSN. We would really rather not stay here for many reasons. Ideally, we would move and I would work for a year or so and then attend UC p/t for RN to BSN/MSN. My questions are:

Will I have a difficult time securing a hospital job with an ADN? Would I have more leverage if I stayed and completed the BSN before moving?

Re; taking NCLEX. Should I take it here or take it in Ohio when we arrive? I know I can check the hospitals and BON, but just thought I would ask while I am at it.

All opinions welcome!

Thank you!

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There's nothing wrong with Hyde Park, and I don't want to give the impression that it is, It's very nice, centrally located, and family/community oriented, just not my favorite neighborhood. You may really like it. it's just become very crowded.

One of the best grocerie stores (Kroger) is there, but alot of times it's hard getting in and out because of all the people. Other than that, it's just an expensive to live inthe area again, IMO. Check it out. You may really like it. Here's a link to the apartments in the area:

http://www.rent.com/search/results/index.html?topsubmarket_nb=908&market_nb=61&state_nb=34&area_cb=340000134&mode=refine&toparea_nb=340000134&page=0

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VA I believe is very supportive as far as continuing your education. They have what is called NNEI. You have to be employed with VA for one year and apply for this program, but it is worth it. With the NNEI program, VA pays the entire cost of your school up front. There is no "tuition reimbursement," the entire cost is paid by the US government. When you are done with the program, you owe the VA three years of service. NNEI is National Nursing Education Initiative. If you want to apply go to www.usajobs.gov. Or simply call the nurse recruiter. I will tell you, it does take a while to actually get in the door because of FBI background checks and all that the government has to do to make sure you're not a terrorist of anything. But if your wanting a carreer with VA it is worth the wait. I hope that I have been of some help to you. VA nurses are also part of the United Nurses Association Union. Something to think about.

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Hi! You will only find difficulty if your college was not NLN accredited. Veterans Administration & Deaconess will not take you. I *personally* have not worked at any of the Mercy hospitals, but 5 separate people at different times have told me they "work you like a dog." (Look into their turnover rate.) Do not forget about the Greater Cincinnati area; St. Elizabeth is a magnet hospital, there's St. Luke East and St. Luke West, all in Northern Kentucky (only a bridge away . . .):nurse:

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I almost took a per diem position at one of the Mercy Hospitals, but something just did not feel right. I must say, I'm glad that I didn't if they work you like a dog. It's hard work at VA, don't get me wrong. But they pretty much stick to their rules regarding nurse to patient ratio, and the staff really works together as a team. The grass isn't always greener on the other side I guess. :p Plus, I love our veterans!:redbeathe

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