New grad looking for job in NYC area

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I graduate in May of 2010 with my Associate's. I am already working on my Bacherlor's as well.

I am looking to move to the NYC area, but I'm VERY nervous that I won't be able to find a job as a new grad without my BSN.

My question is (for anyone with any insight) if I will even be able to find a DECENT job (like ER, Med/Surg, OR) considering I will be a new nurse who does not have my BSN but is actively working on it. I have literally been stressing about this for months and ANY help would be greatly appreciated.

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Specializes in NICU.

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I hope you know someone, if not then your chances are slim to none. I'm an ADN new grad but I got hired through networking. Before I swallowed my pride and pretty much begged someone I knew from a former job for a hook up I got no where. All the other new hires have a minimum of a BSN or are ADN with 10 or more years experience.

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Hospitals in NYC won't even look at your resume if you're a new grad... i've had human resources rudely tell me I cant go to their open house because I am a new grad. they are only looking for experienced nurses.

That's not entirely true. The graduating class of May '09 at my skool all have jobs. The jobs are out there, it depends on if you are a go-getter, if you are persistent, but most of all, if you *know* somebody. I won't dispute the fact that it's hard to get into but if you know somebody that can get you in, you're in great shape. Good luck with your job search, though I know how frustrating it can be.

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I have 12 years of experience, no BSN, but a BA in another field. I can't even land an interview. It is very frustrating because I am reading about new BSN grads getting jobs at NYP, and I have to wonder if these hospitals really believe that a BSN with no experience is worth more than an RN with 12 years in.

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Specializes in Urology/Telemetry, Ortho.

Where are you moving from? The market here is very locked up. A lot of competition here. As long as you know someone or you are EXTREMELY persistent, you'll find a job. I would really stress that you are working on your BSN and when you'll be finished with it. It's possible to find work, but it may take a while or not be your first choice.

Also, know what you want and don't be afraid to state it. Such as ratios, hours, relocation benefits, etc. It's better to have a job you like than to take the frist thing that comes along and be miserable with it.

Good luck!

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Go-getter? They laid off a BSN RN with 14 years of experience. She has applied EVERYWHERE. It took her nearly 6 months JUST to find part-time work.

To the OP: Why in the WORLD would you come to NYC? I believe you're ill-advised if you do. Texas is where it's at right now.

Yea, a go-getter. Sitting on your butt waiting for everyone to call you is not the way to get a job. You *do* have to be a go-getter in order to get a job. You have to go get the job, you can't wait for the jobs to come knocking on ya doorstep. :)

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Hi CaffeineRX,

I'm sorry, I'm not able to send private messages, but I was able to read the one you sent. I'd love to chat, so maybe you could send me your email address in one of the private messages?

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Specializes in NICU.

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Specializes in Psych, EMS.

Tell me about it! I went to nyc for my 21st birthday..ever since I have been obsessed with the city. I changed my major to nursing because I thought it was the quickest and most secure path to making it in nyc :lol2: What a bust! Nursing shortage, there is a severe job shortage and new grads are a dime-a-dozen. The economy is cyclincal, hopefully when things pick up I will still be young and free enough to live my dream..

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