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Hi all, I had applied to hundreds of positions from more than ten hospitals but never heard from any of them. I am just wondering if any of you may know how do nurse recruiters pick their candidates. I had experience from my first nursing jobs but I didn't get interview from that job. It was a small hospital and I just got hired right away. But currently, i am moving back and looking for a position near the bay area, but it's so difficult. I had given up a couple times but keep telling myself I have to try again harder. I had revised my resume and cover letter a lot of time, but there's still no good news. Another thing that I did was, I called the HR but never be able to speak with the nurse recruiter. Another time I went to see the nurse recruiter personally bringing my resume, but it's unsuccessful also..If this continues I think I will have to give up nursing...

Hello all! I had applied to several rn position but didn't hear from any of them, I think maybe there's something wrong with my cover letter. I hope you guys can help take a look at my cover letter. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Dear Nurse Recruiter, I am applying for the RN 1 in the post-partum unit. I have a Bachelor of Science degree from San Jose States University in Nursing, an active California RN license, ACLS, IV and phlebotomy certification. I had worked in the medical surgical unit for a few months and also home health before I took maternity leave. After going through the experience of being a new mother, I am very interested working in the post-partum unit. I believe the new role also gave me plenty knowledge in helping patients who are new mothers. I am currently moving back to San Jose and would like find a position close to home. Previously I had clinical experience for two years while I was in nursing school and a rotation in the post-partum unit. My clinical evaluations from those rotations were excellent especially in my proficiency in medication administration skills and calculation. I volunteered at Stanford hospital in the surgical recovery unit. I always keep up by reviewing nursing materials and reading American Journal of Nursing. Additional qualifications I can offer are responsibility, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and in team-based settings. I am very confident in my ability to do the job. I am also a multi-lingual; I can speak Vietnamese and Cantonese fluently. I am looking forward to a long term commitment at your hospital. I believe that I am able to make a significant contribution in your hospital. The enclosed resume describes my experience and credentials in greater detail, and I would like an opportunity to discuss it with you in person. I am available for an interview at your convenience. I am looking forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,