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Hello There ! ,

I am senior nursing student graduating in June . I currently live in Florida but im moving to New York /New Jersey . I am not familiar with hospitals in the area or the existence of new grad programs or residencies , or how to contact nursing recruiters . Also in terms of the license i dont know if i would have to get licenses for both states or if i can just use one and practice in both states? I know they are not part of the compact state .

Any information would be appreciate it !

Thanks

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

A nj license is only valid in NJ. A NY license is only valid in NY. Pick a state neither is cheap licensing. NJ is over $200

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Specializes in retired LTC.

And in NJ, nothing moves quickly in State government issuance of paperwork. Be prepared to wait.

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Specializes in Psychiatry, Community, Nurse Manager, hospice.

I recommend you apply for your license in New York, which is faster, and then apply for endorsement in NJ.

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oh ok thank you ! Any recommendations on where to apply for jobs as a new grad ?

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
oh ok thank you ! Any recommendations on where to apply for jobs as a new grad ?

Anywhere and everywhere. NY has a surplus of nurses. So go LTC subacute psych rehab

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