Question for New Grads without jobs...

[fmoore723]

Heres my question...I was wondering if the RN New Grads that are having problems getting a job have ANY prior clinical experience. Im an LPN--going through Excelsior for my RN. I hope to be done and taking my NCLEX by next summer. I have 3 years experience as an LPN and was wondering if that ups my chances of landing a position as an RN---due to some sort of prior experience? Or do they look at you as a New Grad RN regardless of your experience as an LPN? I go on the jobing sites here in Phoenix all the time and there are at least 10 new RN positions listed each day. So, I know there are positions out there....What do you guys think? Thanks for any responses.

Felicia

[jefang5]

I have experience in med. asstg. and didn't have any trouble finding a job. My friends that don't have experience are having trouble find jobs. This market is tough.

[stripec30]

I'm a December 09' BSN graduate. I've worked as an EMT for four years. Out of two applications I've gotten two interviews; one in the ICU where I precepted, and one in a local ED for their new grad residency. I would say that my experience did help me get the interviews and also interact with the managers on a more personal level.