moving to Texas?? new grad intern position??

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I am thinking about moving to San Antonio, Texas in the future and I am trying to find out as much as possible about the move for new graduates. I would most like to hear from people that had to transition from a different state right after graduating and trying to find a position in the hospital as a nurse intern and how the transition went. I still have a couple of years but I want to have my stuff down straight if I decide to do this. Did people have a hard time getting into a hospital with the transition. I read that the internships are usually in June and Janurary. I am just a little concerned if I get out of school in May if I will be able to have all my stuff together and already be accepted into an internship by the time I graduate. Do you already have to have passed the NCLEX when they take you on as a nurse intern? Sorry about all the questions. Any responses would really be great. Thank you.

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Specializes in MICU/SICU and PACU.
I am thinking about moving to San Antonio, Texas in the future and I am trying to find out as much as possible about the move for new graduates. I would most like to hear from people that had to transition from a different state right after graduating and trying to find a position in the hospital as a nurse intern and how the transition went. I still have a couple of years but I want to have my stuff down straight if I decide to do this. Did people have a hard time getting into a hospital with the transition. I read that the internships are usually in June and Janurary. I am just a little concerned if I get out of school in May if I will be able to have all my stuff together and already be accepted into an internship by the time I graduate. Do you already have to have passed the NCLEX when they take you on as a nurse intern? Sorry about all the questions. Any responses would really be great. Thank you.

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Every hospital I've worked at in TX hires their new grad interns as graduate nurses (graduated from their RN program but not yet taken the NCLEX).

Most of the time you will sign an acknowledgement that your continued employment is dependent upon passing the NCLEX. If you don't pass the NCLEX, you will be removed from your internship position.

Oftentimes in this situation they will place you in a nursing assistant type of position until you take the NCLEX exam again.

However, not all hospitals are willing to do this so you need to be aware of that when deciding to move to San Antonio.

I would continue with your plans if I were you. You should be able to get a position and get settled in time. SA is a great city and most people that I've worked with on my assignments seem to be happy living there.

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Thanks for replying. That makes me feel better. I was a little concerned because most of the hospitals out here post information for new grads so that they know what type of information is required and how long the orientation is...so on. I didn't really see any type of information for nurse internships or something for new graduates in any of the hospital for San Antonio. A little bit overwhelming when you are thinking about moving somewhere. I still have a couple of years... So I should definitely have it together by then. Thank you again.

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Just a thought- and I am not sure if its the same in San Antonio as it is in Houston- but make sure you check when new graduate programs start.

I moved to Houston only having my RN degree for 3 months- all hospitals I applied to wanted to start me in their new grad program, which began in Janurary or June only. I moved in Sept, so that was impossible. I did find a job outside of a hospital and its good enough for now.

I just wanted you to know that, and to make sure you ask the recruiters if they have certain months that their new grad program starts.

I can tell you that at Texas childrens hospital here in Houston, they had over 250+ applicants for their January new grad program, and only accepted about 25 or so.

Good luck! Texas is wonderful- but its HOT!

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Meghan, How do you like Houston? That is another one of the places that I am currently looking at. Does it seem pretty diverse, now that you have some type of info on the job perspectives, do they seem good? Would love to have any type of info on Houston or even on San Antonio if anyone has some.

Thanks.

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Specializes in Pediatrics Only.
meghan, how do you like houston? that is another one of the places that i am currently looking at. does it seem pretty diverse, now that you have some type of info on the job perspectives, do they seem good? would love to have any type of info on houston or even on san antonio if anyone has some.

thanks.

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i honestly do like houston, its a great place- its just hot! as for job opportunities, there are tons! i just had wanted to give you that warning for a new grad, sometimes you need to get into that new grad program which starts in jan and june. i think you can find yourself a wide variety of jobs anywhere in texas that you go, and i think the jobs here (especially in the major cities) will give you a great experience and teach you very well. just make sure to be in contact with recruiters wherever you apply so they know you are interested! its always important to follow up on any resume submitted.

good luck!

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Are the recruiters from within the hospital? I look on the hospital websites but I don't really see much information about recruiters? Do you know if they generally just ask for a resume or do you need to interview in person. I am really going to try for the June orientation but I want to know how to get in touch. I guess that I will just need to find out who to contact in the hospitals.

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Meghan...

Just a question for ya...You by chance work at TCH? If you prefer to answer privately just PM me. If you don't work there I might be able to help you.....

Dave

(a name a bunch of people on this board knows and would like to forget...LOL)

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Meghan...

Just a question for ya...You by chance work at TCH? If you prefer to answer privately just PM me. If you don't work there I might be able to help you.....

Dave

(a name a bunch of people on this board knows and would like to forget...LOL)

Hi Dave

I dont think I'ld like to forget your name...LOL. I've been trying to get in, at TCH, please help

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Meghan...

Just a question for ya...You by chance work at TCH? If you prefer to answer privately just PM me. If you don't work there I might be able to help you.....

Dave

(a name a bunch of people on this board knows and would like to forget...LOL)

Hi Dave. Can you help me as well? Thanks!

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Hi Dave

I dont think I'ld like to forget your name...LOL. I've been trying to get in, at TCH, please help

Hi Dave. Can you help me as well? Thanks!

Dave has not posted on these forums since 2006. Please pay very close attention when conducting a search to avoid responding to extremely old discussions. Thank you all!

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