New grad.

Seaofclouds, BSN, RN · May 8, 2015

Yes, you can start applying.

AxOxCrazy · May 8, 2015

Absolutely! You could have started months ago. Most people in my cohort had jobs about two months prior to graduation.

auwaeme · May 9, 2015

Do you mind explaining what you did to study I took mine yesterday and failed. I don't even know where or what to study anymore!

Mannysingh · May 9, 2015

I am So sorry to hear that. I did may be one thousand questions from saunders online.Ob was one of the weekest area for me so I reviewed the content from hesi nclex book(green cover).I also did all the chapters(no case studies) from La charity I Got 997 on my hesi. I Used to do 100 questions online without taking a break this way a built up my stamina to stay focused. I was only getting 60s in my practice from saunders. So do not be discouraged if you do not score that high. One more thing I wrote the rationals for the questions that I got wrong in a note book and read it a few times. Good luck you will do good on the next hesi.

auwaeme · May 9, 2015

Thank you so much!!!

KelRN215, BSN, RN · May 9, 2015

You can start applying at any time, but a job offer will be contingent upon passing NCLEX. Get that resume out there, I had my new grad job offer 2 months before graduation.

scaredsilly, BSN, RN · May 11, 2015

It all depends on where you are and who is hiring. Where I am, only the residency programs will even look at an application prelicensure. You can apply, but don't be surprised if you don't hear back

gatorgirl8888 · May 22, 2015

I am taking the NCLEX on June 2nd and have already accepted an ICU job. Apply to nurse residency programs. They will hire you contingent upon you passing the NCLEX. I have to pass by June 23rd and start my job on July 13th.