Relocating from Texas to California

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Hi,

I am planning to relocate to California from Texas. I am a new nurse and has been working on medical surgical unit for about 4 months. I used to live in California with my family and moved to Texas because of my husband's work and want to go back to take care of my family. I am planning to get some experience here(about a year) and then move. I am researching CA license endorsement and others. But my major concern is how to apply for a job in California while I am working in Texas. Is it common for facilities to hire nurses out of state? I don't know... I feel kinda lost, so if anyone has an experience related to my situation, I would love to get some advice. Thank you!!!!!!

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Specializes in ACNP-BC, Adult Critical Care, Cardiology.

I would start the endorsement process now. With experience, you could potentially get hired with an out of state license but I think the chances of your resume not being taken seriously is higher if you have an out of state license. You could also add a cover letter stating your preference to come back to the state where you once lived. Another easier option is to come back as a traveler and move on to a staff position later.

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Thank you for the comment. I have another question. My birthday is in Nov and if I start endorsement process, which takes 3-4 weeks(will be completed around early November), will I get the license that will expires in that month that I have to renew right away, or get the one expiring November 2020?

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Specializes in Retired NICU.

My best guess would be your license would expire in 2019, then you would do a regular renewal that would not expire for 2 years.

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