Nurse Recruiter

[SchoolNurse91, BSN, RN]

I applied for a job in December. I have been an LPN for 5 years. I graduate in a couple of months from RN school. I expected to apply for a lot of jobs before receiving an offer. I was surprised to get a call from a recruiter for a very competitive NICU resident position. She isn't the hiring manager, but she said she is pretty sure the position is mine. She told me that if I don't apply for any other position in the hospital it would help my chances as well. It shows I'm interested in that area. I'm afraid not to put in other applications. Just looking for some advice on what to do. Thanks!

[HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD]

Does this recruiter actually work for that organization? If you're unsure, always go with your instinct. It may be wise to seek additional information. You can always call or visit their employment office to obtain more information. As an experienced nurse, you know that the people who make hiring decisions are nurse managers, NOT recruiters - so it's smart to question her certainty that you're going to receive an offer.

FYI, I have never encountered any situation in which admission to a nurse residence program would be negatively impacted by applying for additional positions.

[SchoolNurse91, BSN, RN]

Yes, the recruiter works for the hospital. I know the manager makes the final decision; that's what scares me. I don't think applying for other positions would hurt me, but I don't think it would help me either. As I mentioned, the recruiter said this particular manager wants to see you're 100% commited to this area. I'm very unsure of what to do. The recruiter did mentio she is certain she can find me another position within the hospital if I do not receive an offer. I have 5 years of pediatric experience as an LPN. Most of the new RN grads do not have this experience, so she said that works in my favor.