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Hello All,

Okay, I applied for the new grad program at Sharp (Memorial) ; there were so many applicants, that the nurse manager hired all of the new grads before she got to my app. Times are hard and I have kids to feed. There is no externship program at National U., so we are essentially on our own. I was told to get to know the Nurse Managers; due to my school and kids scheduals, I can only work at night. I am planning to take (and pass) my boards in January and presently work as a Nursing Assistant in the float pool. I am planning to leave Sharp for Alvarado or Paradise Hospital in National City. Does anyone have any advise?

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Dont quit your float pool job before you have something else, because at minimum, its income. That's all I can give as I'm in a similar boat, except I already have my license. Good luck and best wishes. Congrats!

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Hey Brighella,

Congrats to you,too!!! All of the hard work does pay off in the end!!! I have a little more hope,now.Thanks again for the advise.

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I also agree with the advice to keep your current job. Or even try to get a second job doing the same thing for two or more shifts a week to increase your income while you are attempting to get that post-license job. Good luck.

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Hey Caliotter3,

Thanks for the advise!!! A second job is a Groovy idea!!! Boy, I don't know where my mind would be without ya'll on allnurses.:yeah:

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