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I feel for you. I had a friend with a BA in psych and then decided to go on to nursing school... but had a hard time getting into a BA to BSN program.. so she ended up going to an ADN program (which was just as hard to get into because our area is so impacted with people trying to become a nurse). Although she is now an RN and happy about her decision it was a hard decision to go backwards in her education persuits. Good luck. It can't be an easy decision for you.

Did they happen to state the rational for this? I would definately be interested.

I figure it's something like group orientation but no one has said anything. Maybe it's a case of everyone thinking that someone else spoke to me! I'll call them Monday to try and nail something down! Thanks.

I'm justing wondering if anyone has had this experience: I'm a new grad and just got my 1st new job after job hunting for 3 months! So you can imagine how happy I was to be offered a job- finally! Yes it's Med/Surg night shift and 1 hour from my home... but still it's a job! But it's been 4 weeks and I still don't have a start date! I had the physical, drug test, paper work but haven't been told about a start date! The wait is frustrating. Is this normal? 4 weeks seems like a long time to me. How does this process work anyway? Thanks for any insight!

I completely understand! With so many facts and fundamentals to try and remember while trying to pass a test only to forget it as the next test comes up... whew it was a stretch for me to. But the investment was years of school and money- how could I turn back! You will NEVER feel secure till after some real time on the floor. Experience is the best teacher! Till you get some (experience) you will feel like a fish out of water. So practice your NCLEX review questions all the time- take them with you in the car, to the store, in the bathroom. Practice, Practice, Practice! And realize that the experience will come with time. So give it time. You're almost there!

Congradulations on passing your boards! Now comes the hard part...getting a job. Are you interested in working in the OR? Having friends pass along good information about a job is certainly a plus but unless something is in writing you can't count on anything being a 'free ticket'. But inreality: a job is a job. Getting a job in a hospital does give you certain advantages in hearing about other hosital postings first... but definately doesn't gaurantee you a job! I would start with something you like. Being a new grad is hard enough! Good luck

I had Nursing insurance throughout school which has expired- should I renew this insurance as an RN instead of as a student? Or does the place you work for provide you with malpractice insurance? (I start my 1st new RN job on Monday). Any informaiton or advice? Thanks.:typing

This really hits home as I am just about to start a new position ON NIGHTS. As a new RN -I of course want the job and as this was the only one offered I swallowed and just stepped up- but have a feeling of apprehension! I know I have to set up new sleep patterns but I don't know what to do to stay awake. I'm sure I'll figure it out but feel that the first few weeks will be a the hardest! Eeeekkkk!

Hey Elprup, You PM-ed me but I can't seem to do it back. I thought I was computer savy but this has me baffled. I am going to a hospital straight up 101 but I have a good friend that graduated with me and works over where you are going. She loves it there. If I figure out the PM thingy I'll tell you more. thanks cherie

Hey Elprup, I am also 1hr north of SF and just got a position 2 hrs north of me! Sounds like we're almost in the same area. I too graduated in May and this will be my first position. It took so long to get that job that I can understand you're not wanting to rock the boat. But the key thing here is YOU GOT THE JOB. It is a good policy to state the facts and be up front just b/c that is the way you are going to be throughtout your entire job. B/C I live 2 hours away from the job- some of my issues will be if I should move up there or just tuff it out and drive home. It's still early in the game yet for both of us so good luck. PM me to see if we are going to be in the same area!

Man your experience sounds just like mine. I happened to graduate in May also but took the summer off and missed the first wave of new grad programs. I have been looking for a RN position since August and without experience I wasn't having any luck. I was prepared to wait till the new grad programs start up again in December/Jan but need a job NOW. After applying for 36 jobs I luckily I just got a position last Friday. This has been a scary job hunting time and I'm so thankful it's over. Your only choice is to KEEP LOOKING. widen your circle: SNF, offices etc. But keep on going. You are a RN now and you're needed out there! good luck!

Bedpan and Jules, thanks for the encouragement! It's the med/surg floor of a small hospital. I did many clinicals there and am somewhat familiar with electronic charting and layout. I want to be ready my first days. This feels like studying for the NCLEX all over again! yikes.

I went from being a pastry chef straight into nursing school with narry a drop of medical experience. I think it would help anyone to have some type of medical experience--even if you don't have to work to get through school. It not only looks good on your resume but it helps build your confidence level when it comes down to putting your new RN liscense to work. Forwarned is forarmed. Good luck.

Finally after a massive 4 month job search- I got a job offer! a. it is night shift b. they do have a 4 week orientation (2wk day and 2 wk night) I am nervous about starting this as I think I have forgotten everything I learned in school! So I am reviewing but wonder if anyone has any ideas about concentrating this intense review. I start in 2 weeks and want to bet ready... any ideas? Thanks for any and all help. cherie

Nursespunky, I too have been seeking a RN position for the last 4 months. I took my boards the 12th of August and it took me till last friday to get a Med/Surg job in a hospital 2 hours away from my home! And it's a night shift position at that! I am so glad to get it though.. finally. I had applied to 36 positions ( hospitals, clinics, flu clinic, SNF, dispensary nurse, Dr. Office) and the issue there seemed to be lack of experience. But I kept on looking. In my area there has even been a hiring freeze on many of the larger hospitals like Sutter and Kaiser. Keep on looking. That's what I would be doing if this hadn't come along. Good luck. Remember... you can't have too many good nurses! You will go on to be that RN you trained for.