New Grads in Chicago

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Hello! I'm an out of state RN new grad looking to relocate to the Chicago. I'm looking for information on the current job market there for new grads. What's it like in Chicago?

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Not great. I have applied to over 130 jobs and have only had one serious call back which resulted in them wanting someone with a lot more experience.

I have been an LPN for 1 year and a nurses aide for 3 years, all within one of the largest health care organizations in Chicagoland and still cannot find a job even though I would technically be an in-house transfer.

There are simply very few positions and a ton of new grads saturating the market.

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That's what I was afraid of. I think I'm better off getting the job I want in my hometown and branching out when I have more experience and I can better market myself. Thanks for the info!

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