New Grad LPN Cant Find AJob !!!!!

JLOVES21 · Feb 13, 2012

I have filled out countless applications called and visited so many different places with no response yet. I am looking for anything at this time does anyone have any suggestions where to go from here im in the Baltimore area willing to travel or commute if necessary Its just so very frustrating i get the same story you need one year of experience..... ughhhhh is any one else having these issues..... Please reply and leave suggestions I would greatly appreciate it Thanks in advance guys.......

I'm having the same problem but I'm in Los Angeles, CA. I have sent alot of applications out and everyone wants a yr exp. really frustrating!! Try to get help from the school u attended for LVN...or agency? I'm going to look into a agency on Tuesday...Best of luck.

jade1024 · Feb 14, 2012

I am in the New york area. I have not found a job. I am begining to think I picked the wrong field.

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Feb 14, 2012

if rn's can't find acute care jobs they are now looking at jobs previously perceived as lnp positions and they are willing to take less pay in desperation.....just to have a job. there will be less positions to be filled by lpns.

the market is very tight. there is no nursing shortage. the jobs maybe posted but there are hiring freezes due to the economy. nurses have returned to the workforce because their s.o. is unemployed and nurses who planned to retire cannot because we lost our butts in 401k when everything crashed. there are nursing schools churning out grads at an alarming rate to take advantage of the economy and the flocking of society to the "recession proof" healthcare field...with no positions to fulfill. there are hospitals that offer "internships" or "residencies" that you pay them to train you available but they are few and far between and don't guarantee employment. right now it just stinks out there :sniff: hospitals are "short staffed" but they want it that way......due to budget cuts and hospitals are still laying off.

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the big lie? without a doubt, the main source of frustration experienced by recently graduated and licensed but still unemployed nurses is what could be called "the big lie."in other words, the television commercials that encourage young people to become nurses -- and then abandon them for months (or years) without employment; and the educators who tell them that the associate's degree is perfectly adequate to guarantee employment, that they will have their pick of jobs when they graduate, and that there is plenty of time to get a bsn later on. who knows whether it is greed, ignorance, or wishful thinking that underlies the fairy tales told to nursing students about their future job prospects? whatever the motivation, the disillusionment of our new grads is palpable. the jobs they expected after all of their hard work just haven't materialized, and some grads are getting pretty desperate.

this too shall pass....eventually. i wish you luck:heartbeat

LVN2011 · Feb 14, 2012

Do not feel bad at all. I am in Sacramento, Ca and I am in the same boat as you. Most positions require a min of 2-3 years experience. Some of my classmates, which all graduated in May 2011 however were not able to get our licenses until almost 6 months after that, through no fault of our own, are still looking for work as well. I have 3 associate degrees, am Iv/Bld withdrawal certified as well, which I hoped would give me a leg-up in the market but have not even gotten the opportunity to interview. I average 5-10 apps/day including clinics, mobile clinics, corrections, and medical offices, but no luck. Unfortunatly I have already had to start paying back student loans and am going stir crazy, lol. I wish you the best of luck and just wanted you to know that you are not alone, and this issue is everywhere. I hate to put myself farther in debt but im seriously considering doing an LVN-BSN bridge program just so there are more opportunities available.

BrandonLPN, LPN · Feb 15, 2012

Where I live LTC facilities are always hiring LPNs, even new grads. Also try non-traditional places. Jails, dialysis clinics, and addictions rehab centers usually hire LPNs. And go to your state's website, and look up state job opportunities. I've found that state governments tend to hire LPNs in prisons, psych hospitals and veterans nursing homes. Good luck!

missbeech24 · Feb 24, 2012

Thanks guys for your help I'm still actively looking daily its just so frustrating how will I get the experience if no one gives me a chance in response to the big lie that's exactly what it is I'm not gonna give up hopefully something will come through soon keeping my fingers crossed

CloudySue · Feb 27, 2012

When I was in nursing school, I took a job in a nursing home in the activities department. It was a very high profile job: every resident and employee ended up knowing me. I made sure I stayed friendly and upbeat, attended to the residents in a warm and caring manner, and cooperated fully with the nursing staff. As a result, I got known and liked by the DON. When I graduated, I submitted my request to transfer to the nursing dept. I already had proven my personal skills and they knew my work record. I never called off, had a great attitude, and already knew every resident by name. Within two months, when a position opened up they put me in (after an interview). It was a full time, day position and I was thrilled to have it. So if you need employment, try to get your foot in the door of a company that way. Activity aide jobs don't pay very well, but in the end it paid off for me. Hey, it's unconventional, but it may be worth it to take one step back to get two steps ahead.

GodismyallLPN · Feb 27, 2012

I am in Broward county, Florida and I am in the same boat....I've been looking since November 28, 2011 no luck. I tried agencies, nursing homes everywhere I can think. I see lots of demands however you have to have 1-3 years experience and they even include experience from hospitals when they know they don't hire L.P.N in hospitals now. I put my application in B.C for the register nurse now I'm thinking should I countinue the nursing path. I love nursing but at the same time I need something fast. Any suggestins...If you have a job are they hiring? Please help

leanne1980 · Jan 23, 2014

When I was in nursing school, I took a job in a nursing home in the activities department. It was a very high profile job: every resident and employee ended up knowing me. I made sure I stayed friendly and upbeat, attended to the residents in a warm and caring manner, and cooperated fully with the nursing staff. As a result, I got known and liked by the DON. When I graduated, I submitted my request to transfer to the nursing dept. I already had proven my personal skills and they knew my work record. I never called off, had a great attitude, and already knew every resident by name. Within two months, when a position opened up they put me in (after an interview). It was a full time, day position and I was thrilled to have it. So if you need employment, try to get your foot in the door of a company that way. Activity aide jobs don't pay very well, but in the end it paid off for me. Hey, it's unconventional, but it may be worth it to take one step back to get two steps ahead.

Wow...good job!!