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Things like the NIHSS are free to get and show the employer you are willing to continue your education. ACLS, PALS, NRP and TNCC are all things I've seen the employers asking for in ER postings; however, they can get expensive. Most hospitals are willing to pay for you to get them when you are hired.

Most new grad programs that begin in August have application deadlines coming up beginning of march. So prepare your resume and start networking with the recruiters!!!

Thank you so much for your suggestions, LadyFree28. I am hired into a new grad training program with classroom educational time built in, but want to prepare as much as possible since I'm not entirely sure what to expect yet. I like your (and your preceptor's) idea of getting there early, like we did for clinicals, so I'll be ready to go when change of shift happens. Good luck as you begin your career!! So excited to be on this forum and hear all of y'all's stories and support!

What did y'all study/ review to prepare for your new grad icu jobs?? I have a little over a month before I start and want to be prepared for anything. Any suggestions on where to start?

What did y'all study/ review to prepare for your new grad icu jobs?? I have a little over a month before I start and want to be prepared for anything. Any suggestions on where's to start?

You'll be fine! Take a deep breath. And spend some time reviewing basic tasks you'll do like practicing a blood pressure on a family member. Honestly, they'll orientate you on all of the tasks and skills they want you to do- so just go in there with a good attitude and smile on your face and you'll be fine!!

They also legally can't make their decision based on you being pregnant. Don't mention it if they don't ask. It's not a legal reason to select or reject you. Be prepared with what you want though if they do ask. Like when you expect to be fully able to start, hours you can work, any accommodations you're expecting. That way if they do ask, you'll be ready with an asset and won't commit to anything you're not okay with doing. I had a friend who went to an interview at 8-8.5 months pregnant. She got the job! So there is hope!!! Good luck!

Honestly, I think you should go for it. As long as you talk to admissions and explain the reason for the poor performance at first, but how you've improved since ( ex:all a's in your last semester, or GPA before vs. GPA after personal problems) then you'll be fine!! Don't let anyone discourage you!!! You CAN do anything you set your mind to. Praying for you!

Hi y'all!! I just got offered a new grad ICU position today and I am SO excited!! I read through this thread and have been taking notes on y'all's sleep aids/suggestions, as well as the various tips for preparing for my new job. Can't wait until I can offer more to this thread than just a thank you for your thoughts!! :)

I made a little portfolio with a resume, cover letter and other documents I though they'd find interesting, then told handed them to people at the beginning of the interview. That way they could look at it if they wanted, and not if they chose not to. Good luck!!!!

From the way you describe it, I totally I agree. I'm a new grad too and know I can't be picky but don't want to lose skills just to ahve a job. Start networking at the hospital you want to work for/ the are you want to live in, but don't turn down the offer in the mean time. Just tell the nurse manager thank you and you will let him know as soon as you pass your boards. That way you are free to keep thinking about it and decide, while pursuing all options.

First of all, congrats on nearing the end of your undergraduate academic life :) How exciting!!! Secondly, do NOT quit your tech job before you have another job lined up with an actual start date- not just a verbal offer. Have learned this lesson the hard way! Is she going to allow you to practice with your IP or do you have to have sat for the boards and obtain your RN before starting work. If you can start with your IP, I say go for it and then keep pursuing other options closer to your fiance. Where I live, it takes on average a minimum of 6 months from the time my friends have begun job hunting to the time they start, and most have been searching for a year now. Therefore, never turn down experience just to sit at home and be closer to your fiance. I'm doing the long distance thing now and know how difficult this can be, but you'll have him the rest of your life. You just need a little experience to make you more marketable to the locations where you don't have contacts. If I were you, I'd start applying/ making calls to HR in the area you're wanting to live and asking what the requirements are for a new grad, when they'll start taking applications/ a program start date, and if you can come meet with them and tour the hospital. Overall, you have to do what will make you happy! Enjoy your last semester and good luck with your boards!!!

Thanks! The recruiter told me that if selected the program will begin the 24th of march :)

To be honest, this topic discussion was started for Providence Little Company of Mary- specifically Torrance. You might have better luck getting responses for your questions if you look at the Gardena topic, or starting one. People that applied to that hospital probably aren't looking on this discussion. I don't want to sound mean, but I want you to find some better help for your questions :) Good luck on your interview, kit86 !!

And everyone else who has since responded to this thread :)