shephfra000

Hi everyone! So like thousands of other students, I want to become a L&D nurse. I'm going to be a new graduate nurse but I would truly love to get in to maternity (even if it's not specifically L&D) as my first position. I completed a summer externship and directed study in L&D so I've accumulated hundreds of hours on the floor. Both of these programs were extremely hands on so I feel as if I have a good taste for the field. Now, here's my question: I cannot apply to the hospital I completed these programs at because I'm not based in this city. The city I'm moving to has a variety of opportunities for new grad residencies, but all are focused on non-specialized units (like med-surg). There are job positions posted for maternity but they require a year of experience. Would it hurt to apply anyway? Would I even have a shot? Obviously I'll be applying for backup positions but the prospect of being so incredibly unhappy for a year (or until I can transfer) is really scaring me to be honest. I need a job so I'll take what I can get, but my heart is so longing to work on OB. Opinions?

Hi all! So I was accepted into nursing school and of course, they require proof of all immunizations. Well... I don't have proof. No my parents don't have it, nor my schools or doctors. So I got titers and a TDaP booster. However, I failed my Hep B titer?! Now I'm totally freaking out because the Hep B vaccine series takes 6 months and the program starts in January. I won't hear back from the department until Monday and I'm wondering if anyone out there can calm my nerves or tell me their experience?