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It has been a few years since I took it but I think it was the avg score of people taking it at the same time as you that day. I’m not certain though.

This program has been named number 1 in the state for multiple years. I graduated from there last year and the program is highly competitive. You will need strong HESI scores as well as all A’s in your pre-reqs. Many of us had a 4.0 when we applied. They use a points scale to rank applicants so even though you meet all of the requirements, you can still be waitlisted if other applicants scored higher. Good Luck! You can do it!

I am currently in a nurse residency in the ED and that is pretty much my exact situation. We get 12 weeks with a preceptor after those first 2 weeks of classes. We also had ED specific classes later in. We had to take an EKG interpretation class that we had to pass or would have to relocate to another dept. We have a ton of online modules to complete as well. Our residency lasts 1 year with monthly 4 hour classes. It is great to have the support of your cohort. The ED is a wild ride so buckle up! It is incredibly fast paced and you never know what is coming in the door. Good Luck!

Do you get up and go to the restroom when your need to go? Most people will tell you at that point if they have any issues.

I also think it is important to use your circle to network. If you have a friend or fellow students that got hired somewhere or places you did clinical at...try to get your resume on one of their desks. A current employee reference can go a long way.

I am a new grad and got hired for a crazy busy ED in their new grad residency program. I am 50 and out of 5 of us there were 2 -50year olds. I think you just have to find the right fit. They treat all 5 of us equally and I think my facility values the life experience.

I guess it’s too late for the PPE

I’m 50 and just graduated in May at 49. I am in a new grad program in the ED. I was not the oldest in my cohort by a lot! Go for it!!

Thermometer foot?? priceless

I grew up in North Jersey and currently live in South Jersey right outside of Philly. There are a lot of great hospitals here but big competition. You have tons of grads between South Jersey and Philly all competing for the same hospital jobs. With that being said...people in my cohort are getting jobs in hospitals and 1 even got a school nurse job! We all have ASN’s and if they are magnet, they are giving them 2 years to complete their BSN. It’s all about networking and being persistent to get in. I got my ACLS right after graduation to get a leg up. If you don’t have any certifications, it may be a good time to take a class to add to your experience. Good Luck!

I live outside of Philly. It is very expensive to live here! If you plan to rent in Philly, get ready for sticker shock. This is a very competitive market to get jobs in due to the proximity to South Jersey. You basically have all the new grads from the Philly area and South Jersey all competing for the same spots. Nursing schools here have to limit how many students they take because it is so hard to get clinical placements for them. I would trade shoes any day with you to not do winters here! Good Luck!

I just went through this. Make sure you have your licensing in order. If both states are part of the Compact then you are lucky. I had to get 2 separate licenses because my originating state is not part of the compact. Most hospitals have many start dates for their nurse residency programs so that should not be an issue. I would keep an eye on the various hospitals websites and start applying as soon as the positions are posted. The early bird gets the worm! I wound up getting an ED position and I am very excited! Good Luck!

I’m starting a new grad position in the ED at the end of the month! I’m sure I will learn a ton there.

It is a shame that your state does not participate in quick results. Hang in there!

That is great. Did you do the Pearson Vue Trick? Fingers crossed!