Relocation Situation

[qt2168]

I am moving to another state and am currently looking for a job. I know that the market is not that great out there so I have been putting out a few applications. I have gotten two calls back so far. One I did an interview with the NM on the spot and she said that they would be calling in a week to formally offer the job (I got that phone call today woo hoo). The other place (which is where I prefer to work) are talking to the NM and are going to fly me out for an interview in two weeks.

I was wondering if there is anyway that I can tell that first job that I am still considering other offers but I would like to keep that offer still available? When the lady called today to offer the job to me formally I told her I would have to call her back. The second job (the one I prefer) is offering more money, better location, and better benefits. I have to move in the next coming months and would prefer, somehow, to not burn any bridges. By the way the first job never had me come out for a in person interview should that make me nervous or is that no big deal? Any advice would be extremely helpful! Thanks!

[79Tango]

Since you are moving in 2 months I would go with the job that starts first.

[BrookeeLou_RN]

The market isn't that bad for nurses with experience. They still need us...

Sorry I have 23 yrs exp from staff to Management and the market where I am has bottomed out.

[PediLove2147, BSN, RN]

i just have a quick question...since you are switching states do you already have a license in that state or are you still getting interviews without a license in that state? i'm trying to relocate as well, but i'm waiting for my new license to be process and it is taking months!

i know you are asking the op but i have some input. i recently interviewed for a job out of state and i have not even applied for that state's licensure yet. so to answer your question, yes you can apply without having a license. i would just put in your coverletter (and hope they read it) that you have applied for licensure. hopefully by the time you have applied, interviewed and received an offer you will have your license in hand. good luck :)

[CCL RN, RN]

I've already received a job offer, and another interview without having applied for licensure yet. Guess I should get started on that, lol...

[FrogKissingNurse]

pedilove and ccl rn-

thank you for your response. i'm glad to hear that places will still consider applicants without a license!

[qt2168]

i just have a quick question...since you are switching states do you already have a license in that state or are you still getting interviews without a license in that state? i'm trying to relocate as well, but i'm waiting for my new license to be process and it is taking months!

i do not have a license in the state but i have already applied. i would start the appilcation process as soon as possible because the first nurse manager that i interview with stated that it could take weeks to go through. thanks for all the replys everyone!