RenoNewGrad

Hope3456, Nevada looks pretty good, actually. I've been told that one of the hospitals even has enough open positions to take everyone in my graduating class [48 of us]. I'm originally from Las Vegas and my family there has told me that hospitals there are also offering some hefty sign-on bonuses. I haven't applied anywhere here in Reno yet, but I probably will, just as a backup plan if CO doesn't work out for me. Do you plan on coming to Reno/Vegas?

Thank you JenniferSews, I'm starting to really consider staying here, or moving elsewhere for a little while, considering the responses I've gotten from Denver hospitals recently =/ Thanks for your advice!

Thanks Nurse901!! I just may need you again in the not-too-distant future! =)

Nurse901, Thanks so much for the information! I really appreciate your response, as I'm obviously not from the area and am VERY unfamiliar with what's happening there. I'm definitely going to be applying for some new grad programs, like at the Children's Hospital and at University of Colorado Hospital. Did you try out for any of these after you graduated? I heard they are pretty competitive, but it may be my only shot if other hospitals aren't hiring... thanks to you, I will be sure to apply absolutely EVERYWHERE, including small clinics, the VA, etc... since I likely won't get my top choice =( and no, I don't have experience! Thanks again for your input =)

Hello all, I will be graduating and receiving my RN by the end of this year and plan on moving to the Denver area. What are the best hospitals in this area? [all opinions welcome!] and where does a new grad have the best opportunity? also, is the starting pay for a new grad still around 22-25/hr? How long does it stay at that rate? I'm kinda new to all of this, so sorry if my questions are repetitive! thank you! RenoNewGrad