I'm in Columbus, OH and I've had the same problem trying to find a entry level job in a hospital. I took my state test for STNA, but only LTFs hire STNAs here. I just started my third semester for my ADN and I'm scared of graduating because of the terrible job market here.
I go there. I like it. The atmosphere is fun and they really focus on alternatives for coping with stress. It's no more ghetto than Columbus State or Ohio State. We are a very diverse group, but we all have one common goal and that is to graduate.