Online/Website Job Applications

[Teri2010]

Show of hands - How many out there absolutely HATE the online job application process? I know why hospitals do it. It's all about the economics. I get it. But so many hospital websites are poorly designed, difficult to navigate, and often times crash in the middle of an application, requiring one to start over from the beginning.

I've had hiring managers tell me the Dallas/Ft. Worth area is totally saturated with RNs. The schools in the DFW area are pumping out over 500 new nurses every year. There aren't near that many jobs available, especially for new nurses.

I am so incredibly frustrated with the "don't call us, we'll call you" letters. I decided to get into nursing for all the right reasons. I have a good transcript, glowing recommendation letters, and over a year of hospital experience working part-time during school. But this all seems to count for nothing when you can't get past the website gatekeepers.

I remember the "old days" (yes, I'm dating myself), when you would strive to make a great first impression. You are punctual, dress nicely, are pleasant and professional. Many a job has been gained by doing well in that face-to-face interview. But nowadays that has all been removed from the process.

Oh well, thanks for letting me vent.

[pinkynbd_99]

let's not forget..."it's all about who you know" to actually GET the interview!

[twentytenRN]

*sigh* It's very hard out there, especially in DFW. I agree, the area hospitals have basically the same online app process. It's exhausting filling out all that nonsense to just get a standard form email from them after you apply. And let's not even talk about how rude the recruiters at these facilities are.... you're right, they all give the standard, "We have received your application, don't call us, we'll call you!" And none of them want to even see the whites of your eyes until they invite you in for a face-to-face interview. I sympathize with you, I endured many months of torture trying for a job in DFW. Finally had to relocate because there are simply too many RN's in DFW and not enough jobs. If relocating is an option for you at all, I'd highly recommend you look into it.

Best of luck to you!