I'm a new grad and also a military spouse. I've had a lot of my instructors advise me to get employed with the VA since no matter where we are stationed they can transfer me within the system. However, I've heard a lot of horror stories from others not associated with military or the VA. Anyone have any true experience with the VA? If you are a military spouse and didn't work for the VA were you still able to find a job wherever you went?
I am a recent graduate and without at least a year, they won't even look at you. It sucks because the hospital on base is RIGHT beside where my husband works. What can ya do?
This isn't true at all VAs. I know three nurses that started their careers at a VA hospital so I'd suggest talking to the nurse recruiter before making up your mind that it is a lost cause.
My husband is in Italy overseas and I am a new grad. He will be here for three years. I am concerned of getting a job when we actually go back to the states? I wouldn't have any work experience in those three years. I am planning on volunteering at the red cross and pursinf my rn to bsn online.
Jules A, MSN
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This isn't true at all VAs. I know three nurses that started their careers at a VA hospital so I'd suggest talking to the nurse recruiter before making up your mind that it is a lost cause.