ChristineAk

Thank you all for replying. Jodie- where are you working now, are you at Lincoln? Having the same problem with Sacred Heart jobs come open, I apply and no response. Very frustrating, I figured it would be more difficult for me to obtain a job from out of state, but Im not giving up yet. I understand the Tri Cities is better for nurses but not the area of Wa I want to be so I will be steadfast wait and continue to apply for jobs that come open in the area I want to live. Thanks again!

Hey there, I'm doing to some research on the Spokane area for possibly relocating this spring/early summer. I have 2 years of med/surg and 1 yr of rehab/LTC experience. I see that there a several facilities hiring currently and was wanting some opinions on what the job market is like and likelihood of being hired from out of state with the current experience I have. I understand there a few nursing programs there in Spokane that "feed" local health facilities on a regular basis. Any facilities I should stay away from? And how about the school districts? Thank you for you time! Christine

Hi, I agree with the last post. UAA lets loose about 35-40 new grads 3x a year so you will be competing for jobs with them. However, I have not heard of anyone NOT getting a job after graduation. Don't expect relocation benefits unless youre a seasoned nurse in a specialty that is in high demand. All the hospitals hire new grads, as far as NICU....I know that Providence has offered an intership/fellowship program in the past but is very difficult for new grads to get into. The native hospital is always looking for peds nurses and will consider new grads, if you can get in there they will likely train you in NICU after about 6-12+ mos. of peds experience. January is usually very, very cold. Getting around in extreme weather conditions? Well, my trusty subaru gets me to wherever I need to go! Hope my 2 cents helps out... Christine