SHARP New Grad Nurse Residency Programs, Summer 2014

Anyone else out there getting ready to apply?

[Mariachi]

I am.

[deafheaven]

Nope, not at all.

[linza]

I am getting ready to apply also!! Do you know how the process works at all? I have researched past threads a little but would love to hear from someone who has some insight! Thanks!

[Colby21]

I've been talking to a few other people who have applied to the program, and none of them had to do what is being requested for this cohort. It's interesting. What is everybody preparing to submit? Resume, cover, anything else?

[linza]

Resume, cover letter, and then complete the application with the supplemental questions. Man I am anxious!!!!

[linza]

Does anyone know what units typically are open for Sharp New Grads?

[Coriander, BSN, RN]

Does anyone know what units typically are open for Sharp New Grads?

It depends on the staffing needs of the hospitals. Usually I've seen all units available except ICU environments. The ICU may open up after the nurse has completed their rotation through the new grad program. I have not seen new grad openings in the OR or PACU.

I hope this helps. Good luck to all. :)

[linza]

Yay! That's awesome that they will have a variety of options! Thank for your information Coriander. I am ready to begin this process already!

[Coriander, BSN, RN]

You're welcome. I should clarify that the usual New Grad positions are for Med-Surg/PCU rotations or unit-based-only rotations such as PCU, L&D or ER. After you complete the rotation, the positions are more varied for a unit. You normally still need to apply for a position after the rotation ends.

Does that make sense? I haven't had my daily dose of coffee yet. :)

[linza]

So once you finish your rotation in an unit (such as L&D) then you would have to apply to work there after you finish the rotation?

[Colby21]

You're welcome. I should clarify that the usual New Grad positions are for Med-Surg/PCU rotations or unit-based-only rotations such as PCU, L&D or ER. After you complete the rotation, the positions are more varied for a unit. You normally still need to apply for a position after the rotation ends.

Does that make sense? I haven't had my daily dose of coffee yet. :)

How would one go about applying to the ICU? Should I register for PCU, since it'll give me a better shot? Thanks!