Northridge hospital medical center

tkhayman · Jun 18, 2007

Hello,

If you thinking of working there avoid it. I had a really bad experience there and will never go back.

flyingfish2u · Jun 19, 2007

Hello,
If you thinking of working there avoid it. I had a really bad experience there and will never go back.

Can you elaborate on your experience? Thanks

dijaqrn · Jun 20, 2007

I hear wonderful things about Northridge, I have a friend who has worked there a long time. It's a well reputed San Fernando Valley Hospital. Lots of trama and GSW's if you're into excitement.

sharann, BSN, RN · Jun 22, 2007

Heard good and bad about every hospital, but

I think that Northridge is medium. I don't remember but I think the are union. I also think a lot depends

on your particular area and the manager there. They are a busy

San Fernando Valley trauma hospital so you would see a great variety

of ages and types.

Clever User Name · Jul 10, 2007

Considering Northridge myself. I am pretty sure that they start at $27 for new grad RN's. (seems kinda low) Do you know what the raises are like and how often?

RNDude · Jul 19, 2007

Yes, they are union. They train new grads using the impressive Versant RN Residency program, which is making a big investment in new employees. If you consider the hourly wage low for new grads (I actually don't think it is), keep in mind the value of good training.

I know people there who have had both good and bad experiences, and I second the earlier comment that it really depends on the unit and its manager. I would have considered applying there if I hadn't already been hired elsewhere.