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I'm thinking of relocating to Austin, TX for my husband to attend grad school at UT. I'm an RN and will have 2 years critical care experience. What are the best (and/or worst) hospitals to work for in Austin? Is the job market in Austin pretty tough?

Thank you!

Does anybody know what the job market is like for new grads in NO? Would a new grad who did not do clinicals in the area (and therefore does not already have a foot in the door) stand any chance in getting a decent job? What are the best and worst ...

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Bumping this, because I have the same question. Any more opinions out there on where to work as an RN living in Bloomington?

What are the good hospitals in Austin to work at? Are any hiring new grads?

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Thanks so much for the info. I really appreciate it!

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