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I did end up getting two different invites to interview at two LTC/rehab centers, one in South Tampa and another in St Petersburg. I took the job that was best for me and I have been there almost 4 months now - and even with just those 4 months so many new contacts have been opened to me and hopefully a position within a hospital will come knocking on my door here soon! Good luck and if you need any other info feel free to write me a PM.

Hey guys, I am also a new grad in Tampa. I have been looking since August and its been a no go for any of the hospitals in the area, including St Pete and Clearwater. Although I got an email today saying that Florida Hospital is starting an RN Residency Program down here. I e-mailed the lady in charge but havent gotten any more information. If you google Florida Hospital Carrolwood you can find the application there. I've heard that its easier to get into LTC here in Tampa and then move to the hospital setting after having 6months of experience under your belt (at least). Ive applied to two LTC, one in St Pete and one in S Tampa and both called me right away for interviews. Good luck in your search...I'd love to help if I can, if you have any other questions!

Thank you so much for the link. I actually just sent in an application to start volunteerting at the St Petersburg Free Clinic because I was hoping that it would lead to opportunities and of course I'd be helping people out

I graduated in July and passed boards in August...Ive been looking for jobs in the Tampa, FL area and everyone has told me they don't have New Grad positions at this time but to please come back when I have at least 6months experience if not 1 year....I am starting to lose hope I can't relocate as I am married and my husband has only been at his current job for 6 months. Any tips or ideas to get my foot in the door??

Thanks a bunch for the information. I have been in contact with the HR department, but yeah all they said was "we don't have anything available for new grads. Good luck in your search." I'll keep truckin away and sending out my resume :)

Where can you go to get more information on the internships or search for if they are posted? I graduated in July and passed boards in August. I am at a standstill for a job though...I live in Tampa and have started looking for jobs as far as Orlando and Naples.... Thanks in advance for any help!