Re-Entry LVN/Where Do I Look for Work?

[MayBoo]

:specs:Hi Everyone,

I am a re entry LVN. I have been out of nursing for nearly 23 years.

I sure could use some in-put on where to start to look for a job in California. I looked on the net, newspapers, and anywhere I can think of to find work and it does not look promiseing. I am so worried.

I went though quite a bit to re-activeate my license. I had to sit for the NCLEX again. I am certified for IV and blood draws and have my BLS. I am ready to work and want to so bad. :loveya:

Where do I start, any ideas?

Thanks

[lorettap]

I know this an old post but like you i have been out of nursing for 25+ years and just went through alot to reactivate my lpn and am also looking for some direction were you able to find a job ? And also anybody have any suggestions for southeast florida? I plan on beginning my search next week, so any info would be helpful

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

LTC always needs nurses LVNs and RNs, it may not be the area, you would desire, but rack up some current experience, you will be needed, I bet there is an opening at most any LTC facility, there is in Texas anyways..

best of luck, and welcome back, WE NEED YOU !!!!

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

I know this an old post but like you i have been out of nursing for 25+ years and just went through alot to reactivate my lpn and am also looking for some direction were you able to find a job ? And also anybody have any suggestions for southeast florida? I plan on beginning my search next week, so any info would be helpful

LTC will need you, give it a try you michg be pleasantly surprised, I was !!! WELCOME BACK !!!

[lorettap]

Thanks for the words of encouragement!!!!Unfortunately due to personal family problems I will be starting to look next week. also do you think it would be worthwhile to become IV Certified to be more marketable? I look forward to your input.

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

any additional certification, is always helpful.........hurry up, come on back we NEED YOU