NO job in houston. inactive for 2 years.desperate...

BonnieSc · May 12, 2009

You don't say whether you're able to relocate. It sounds like you may have to. I was out of work that long and I did find a job, but only with relocation. (It wasn't possible for me to relocate for almost two years, but as soon as it became possible, I found a job within two months of searching and applying.) I opted not to do this myself, but one thing you might consider is working as a private caregiver while you look for nursing jobs. I think that's the most likely thing for a job you could actually get and that would seem reasonable to HR/nurse managers. Unfortunately, it would be a huge decrease in pay and might feel depressing when you have a BSN. Very best of luck to you, and do try not to beat yourself up over the past... just look forward.

EcyRN · May 12, 2009

thanks wendy.. i am not able to relocate... for now, thats not gonna be a priority option. i do have an interview for a pediatric home health nursing by friday. i am keeping my hopes high. i know it is not ideal for a newly licensed nurse like me to get into home health but i know i am great and i know i can handle the challenges it is gonna bring. i am putting my best foot forward.

it meant a lot when you said not to linger in the past... thank you thank you...your words meant a lot.:redbeathe

is there anybody out there who were once or still in the same boat as i am?

artist-rn · May 12, 2009

Make business cards with name, RN, email, cell phone and a written phrase like "looking for nursing employment" or something like that. Basically, you are marketing and advertising a nurse - you!

Try nursing employment agencies - even though they usually prefer experienced and seasoned nurses, they may be willing to work with you...you never know what may develop.

Attend local nursing, healthcare, ltc, women's business networking groups and talk with people...give them your business card...tell them why you're attending. More often than not, jobs come through networking and your contacts. This is not easy work, but you've worked too hard in nursing school to give up now, and would be a lose to the nursing profession if you pursued something else.

Just keep trying, and something will be come up. Again, keep open to non-traditional ways of finding employment, and be grateful everyday. There is no right or wrong way of achieving your dreams of being a nurse, and your path is uniquiely yours.

EcyRN · May 12, 2009

thank you for that artist-rn... its true..i've gone too far to give up now. something will come up...i know..i hope..

AtomicWoman · May 12, 2009

Someone on another forum mentioned http://indeed.com. Said they cruise the new postings every day (you can search by your geographical area) and apply for just about every job as soon as it's posted, even if it says it requires 2 years experience. That person did get a job that way.

Magsulfate, BSN, RN · May 12, 2009

I sent you a private message. There are some places in Houston that are desperate for nurses. Sometimes you have to watch yourself though, and make sure they don't try to run over you.. like give you too many patients.. and such.. But go to those hospitals that I named in the message and get 6 months or so experience...

Then you can apply to the big ones like Memorial Hermann,, St Lukes.. etc.

Good luck!

Magsulfate, BSN, RN · May 12, 2009

I also want to add... in this economy,, your best bet is Houston. So, keep trying,, Houston is a good place for nurses right now.

EcyRN · May 12, 2009

MAGsulfate,

I've read your message and I sent my reply too. thank you so much for hearing me out and taking time to help. I appreciate it so much.

regards,

a.nurse.soon

BeachBum66 · May 13, 2009

I like Artist-RN suggestions about networking. Very important in this economy where there are more nurses looking for employment. I've been inactive for over 3 years and just got hired after 5 months of applying. It took 4 months before my first interview. A lot of places just arent hiring. Don't give up, something will come along eventually. Good luck!

PeachPie · May 13, 2009

Try the cities around Houston, like Sugarland, Pearland, The Woodlands, Shenandoah, Spring, etc. I could not find a job in Houston as a new grad due to the fact that there are 6 nursing schools in Houston. Even Ben Taub had a waiting list of 90 people. Once I drove about an hour north, there were more jobs. Yeah, the commute will suck, but it's a way to get your foot in the door and get experience.

Magsulfate, BSN, RN · May 13, 2009

Try the cities around Houston, like Sugarland, Pearland, The Woodlands, Shenandoah, Spring, etc. I could not find a job in Houston as a new grad due to the fact that there are 6 nursing schools in Houston. Even Ben Taub had a waiting list of 90 people. Once I drove about an hour north, there were more jobs. Yeah, the commute will suck, but it's a way to get your foot in the door and get experience.

I totally agree with this.