New lpn grad first job suggestions in s nj or philadelphia

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Hello!

So, as graduation gets closer and the nclex doesn't seem so far away I'm looking for suggestions of good facilities to begin my career as a new LPN.

I'm in southern NJ Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester county but am willing to travel to Philadelphia.

I understand that my first orientation will lay the foundation down for the type of nurse I'll be with the orientation I receive. Any suggestions? I'm a cna with about 10 years of experience and am looking to get my foot in the door so a transfer may be possible once i pass nclex. My experience as a tech has always been in Med surg/ specialty floor in the hospital so I'm not sure what "good" LTC and subacute facilities are around. Thanks for suggestion in advance!!!

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Emergency, Trauma.

You can always look online with your state's department of health to look into the facility's inspection report; look at employee reports like on Indeed.

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There are plenty of jobs in Philadelphia as there are SNFs on every corner. As far as a good orientation, that's the luck of the draw. I'd love to precept you as I have been an LPN for 12 years in a SNF and have been precepting for 10 of those years. Try looking on Indeed.com, Mid-Atlantic Healthcare and New Courtland are great places to start as a new grad. Also, don't limit yourself to just LTC, home care, methadone clinics, prisons, and community health organizations are looking to hire you as well.

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Thank you!!!!

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