I'm graduating from a BSN program in California, but I'm interested in moving to Oregon. I know Portland new grad opportunities are pretty scarce, but what about outside Portland? Anyone know if some of the rural hospitals take new grads? 0 Likes
May 21, 2007 by sanctuary, BSN, MSN, RN sanctuary specializes in pure and simple psych. The State hospital in Salem takes new grads. 0 Likes
May 30, 2007 by SpudID Salem Hospital recruits heavily, has a relocation package, offers mentoring as well as precepting, and offers loan repayment options (or at least they offered all of these in 2005). 0 Likes
May 31, 2007 by twarlik twarlik specializes in CICu, ICU, med-surg. Definitely look into Salem Hospital. I applied as a new grad moving from Florida in 2005 and received a call the next day. I was offered two positions, but ended up getting lucky and I got a job in Portland.Good luck with you move!~Todd 0 Likes
May 31, 2007 by BonnieSc Were you already licensed in Florida and/or Oregon when you applied? 0 Likes
May 31, 2007 by twarlik twarlik specializes in CICu, ICU, med-surg. Were you already licensed in Florida and/or Oregon when you applied?No. I had applied for my Oregon license and was scheduled for the NCLEX when I interviewed. ~Todd 0 Likes
