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Accdg to an article i read: "The shortage of nurses has eased due to the economic downturn. Nationwide, nurses are delaying retirement, moving from part-time to full time jobs, and putting off career changes. And some who left work are now returning in order to cover expenses when their spouses have lost their jobs. In addition, some hospitals have laid off workers or even closed. However, hospital nursing executives say that the shortage is still very real, especially in rural areas, and they worry about the future. "One of my major fears is that people will feel that the nursing shortage is ending," said Lynn Whisman, chief nursing officer at Erlanger hospital in Chattanooga. "There is a lull right now, but it is going to be a short-term lull, and the nursing shortage is going to get even worse." So let us not lose hope, guys. Maybe they're really just finding it difficult to place us. What we can do is continue praying and continue the faith.

I am also jobless right now but I am not giving up hope. Maybe the recession has slightly masked the nursing shortage. but i know this is only for the short-term. So dont worry too much

Wow. Best of luck to you!!! Hope you pass!

But do not lose hope. God will give you your renewed license on time! I just hope I can get to the US soon, just waiting for my US deployment date. My agency is having difficulty placing their nurses.

Is sta ana medical center still hiring applicants? Please let me know. I have a sister who's a 2006 graduate and still has zero nursing experience.. Thank you

Let's be diligent. God will never forsake us.

I have successfully renewed my NM license but sadly i had to pay the late fee. it's frustrating because their office personnel weren't answering my calls, emais -- leading to the delay.

Great!

I really don't get it why we are even required to get IVT. I think it's just for money-making schemes. Grr. We are already nurses.

Now i know where to apply now. I hope they will consider me... thanks a lot!

Yes you need to get some experience first for you to really know what's good for you. It takes time.

i recommend taking the IELTS since you're hitting two birds with one stone.

why is the application process taking too long?

Goodluck to everyone trying to apply abroad!

smileymimi is correct. I wish you the best of luck!