GinginRN

I think it's a great idea to be working period, making your future job applications more attractive, vs. being unemployed and not gaining any experience.

Maybe a career coach could assist regarding what direction to take next.

Have you considered a staffing agency?

Consider that interview of premonition of what you would be working with had you been hired for that position. My experience with interviews in the past have told me to expect the unexpected. Many different styles of interviews are demonstrated, some upbeat, some quite earth-shattering. Chalk the experience up to poor management, and move forward. You will eventually find a facility that will be a good fit for you. Hold your head high, and show them you are confident. Good luck on your pursuit!

Thank you for posting a nice, inspiring post. Your hard work and dedication to the field has yielded a new direction for you. It's nice to know that there are other areas available, especially for those having a difficult time getting a foot in the door of the traditional settings. Congratulations on your new position, and wishing you the best of luck on your journey.

Sounds like you held your own during the interview. As you invited to more interviews in the future, you will observe that each style may be different. Be prepared for anything. Wishing you the best of luck with the position.

The job search today is very frustrating, mind-boggling, and depressing. Keep plugging away at apps and interviews. Remain confident, and positive. Many are in the same boat, so no that you are not alone. Today's job climate is in the favor of the employer.

Kudos to you for being accepted for a position as an RN. I wouldn't worry so much about that pay rate. With you getting your foot back in the door, you can get the recent experience many positions are requiring these days.

The place you were working at apparently only cared for the almighty dollar, instead of patient safety. I would have left too. Imagine working on a short staffed shift, and having some type of critical event occur. Do you believe the company would back the RN? In most cases not. I have witnessed this in the past, with the company attempting to go after the nurse's license. It's more economical to obtain employment elsewhere, than having to hire an attorney to represent one in front of the nursing board.

Had I noticed the error, I would have approached the fellow student on the insulin issue. Maybe the two of you could have accomplished the task together. When I was in nursing school, the students were advised to help one another out during clinicals. Once you become a licensed professional, I am sure if any mistakes are made, one would much rather have a peer point it out instead of meeting with a Nursing Supervisor and being written up or terminated.

Will you excuse me while I take this call?

I had a couple of LPNs orient me in the areas of med administration, and other floor duties. They had a wealth of experience and were a pleasure to work with.

It appears as though the hospitals have numerous applicants for the positions posted/advertised. A majority of the facilities require a year's recent experience. Those who do not meet that criteria join the exclusion pool, including those with recent experience or many years experience (who have not practiced in the hospital setting for several years). It's discouraging, however don't give up.

If hospitals won't take a look at you, try a staffing agency.

I find that personalities may clash. While you know that this is the perfect fit for you, the nurse manager may see otherwise. Could be simply a matter of who presents the best. Remember, in most positions offered today, the candidate pool is much wider than it was a few years ago. Keep plunking away at the interviews, and wow them with your skill base.

I think many of us here on the boards witnessed the clique formation first hand. Don't feel left out. You will eventually end up forming bonds with others in your class. I went through the same thing in nursing school. I ended up having a few fellow students that I could count on studying for the NCLEX together.

When I was not available, I had a recruiter call and leave a message on my telephone. When I attempted to return the call later that day, of course they were not available. I left my name and number, and never heard back from them again. It must be a lottery of some sort, reaching "x" amount of potential candidates/screeners, and call it a day. I hope the recruiter does get back with you, rinskins.

I'm sorry you didn't get the job. It's great to hear there is follow-up with the interview process and encouraging to hear great feedback. Here's to hoping you get the job the medical director mentioned to you during your conversation! :)

The unit/facility sounds like a recipe for disaster. Darned if you do, darned if you don't. Bet your bottom dollar, when something happens, the mistake will end up being directed to the nurse/staff, resulting in termination and possibly a complaint to the BON. I have witnessed this first hand. Does not matter if unit is short staffed, potentially putting patients and staff in danger. My advice is, run while you can.

I think it's a great idea you took the traveling position. Jobs are very hard to come by these days, and showing that you are working will get your foot close through the door of local opportunities. Since you already have experience, I see no issues with getting back on the floor running immediately. Have confidence in yourself, and view some of the youtube videos to refresh where you feel you may be rusty. You may be waiting a long time for a permanent job, so why not get out there now, to show you are ready and willing.

Travel nursing or agency nursing might find something for you that could turn into a great thing.

I agree with others, forget pursuing with that particular medical system, and pursue others. Sounds like they will always have you under the thumb with their politics. This may be the push you need to get into a better position.

Congratulations on your new job offer!

I was informed by a nurse recruiter to go ahead and apply for other positions the following week if I didn't hear back from the position I originally applied for.

Don't give up. Many RNs, new grads, those with experience, and RNs returning to the job market are experiencing frustration too. Network with former classmates, and keep applying.