New Grad ICU

[jessie25]

Hello all,

I am in my senior year and this summer I will be working at NYP (New York Presbyterian) in the CTICU as an intern through Columbia University. I really love the ICU but I know as a new grad it is near impossible to land a job there.In addition to this hopefully "door-opener" internship, I will be going to the Dominican Republic over my winter break to do health related work. I also have some undergrad nursing research projects I am working on this summer as well. I know your GPA is not that big a deal, at least many students say this, however mine is 3.8. With my experience most of all, will HR/Nurse Managers even consider me as a new grad or am I aiming too high. Thanks a lot in advance for any help. ICU nurse managers, staff nurses or HR feedback welcomed. Anyone who has gone through the process as well.

Congrats to the May 2012 Class and best of luck on your job hunt!!!

[Guest321574]

I can't speak to the specific hiring practices of NYP, but you are extremely well prepared and well-placed to get your first choice. Just keep doing what you are doing. Its good to be "humble" so to speak and realize nothing is guaranteed, but just based on what you shared, if anyone had a shot at getting into an ICU as a new grad, it'd would be you.

[BlackMurse1]

On average NYP gets 200-250 job apps a day. I would strongly urge you to apply to multiple facilities; gain experiences; continue with another degree or a certification then apply a few years down the road. If that's what you really want then keep that goal in mind as you gain the advantage of time and knowledge. Good luck!

[arl6]

I agree! HR offices get swamped with applications. My friend had an interview at Children's Hospital Boston, where they told her that 4,000 nurses applied to that position! I would suggest applying to new grad programs, there are tons all over the country that offer placements in specialties, such as ICU. You may have to relocate, but if ICU is really your dream, it is definitely a possibility.