jenniecubbies

nursing school and jobs in Hawaii (Oahu) are ridiculously competitive, and most jobs don't cut it with the cost of living. everyone in hawaii has two or more jobs-- it would be smarter to get RN experience elsewhere then try to get a job here already an established nurse.

KCC accepted 27 this spring semester. they had over 200 applicants. UH, CHaminade, and HPU are the other options on Oahu. you may want to consider Maui, or Hilo.....I've also heard AZ is easier

most new grads are hired after working as CAs in the system...into a new grad academy (through the hospital system). I've worked acute care for 5 years as an RD and rarely see a clinical assistant (essentially a ward clerk who can perform certain CNA tasks) who isn't an RN. I am in my 1st year of nursing school, and also worry about the new grad stuff. another consideration for you may be the proximity to KBay....Castle (private) hospital is the closest, but there are assisted care facilities and community clinics also on that side. if you've never been here, 7 miles on a map may not look far, but driving to and from kaneohe with traffic can turn into a trek on this small island!!