Sign On Bonus in Chicago for New Grads?

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Hi all,

I am strongly considering moving to chicago when i graduate this may. Unfortunately I can't find any info on whether any hospitals up there are still offering sign on bonuses. Down here (southern IL, and St. Louis) they are still about 5,000 a year. Are these a thing of the past in chicago??

Also, if anyone knows of any nice hospitals to work at (preferrably ER) towards the northwest suburbs that would be great. I would be willing to commute some.

Thanks

Specializes in Burns, ICU.

I am a new grad and was applying everywhere. It is HARD to get a job here right now. Most of my classmates had problems as well and I have been hearing that other schools still have people looking for jobs since Dec. graduation.

I would be SHOCKED if there was anywhere offering a new grad a bonus. I applied to almost every single hospital in the chicago area. feel free to private message if you have other questions. Good luck!

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Hey SPower82, does your nursing home offer part-time for a semi-new grad :D

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I am a new grad and just completed orientation for NorthShore Healthcare (Evanston, Glenbrook, Highland Park and Skokie Hospitals). They offer $7,500 sign on bonus with a two year commitment to the system. The first year you have to stay on your floor. That amount is for full-time. There are other tier levels depending on your hours. Their next new grad orientation will be in October. It's a great company! The benefits are amazing.

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Kathy, how do you like it there thus far? I am also a new grad interested in the NorthShore Healthcare, orientation begins in October, is there still room to apply then for that?

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Specializes in NICU, L&D.

Hi Kathyz,

Northshore healthcare is AWESOME!!! I live in Northbrook, so I am very familiar with NSH.

I am a Senior right now, graduating in May. I am SO nervous about getting a job, especially because I am very picky want to work either NICU or L&D. I have summer externship experience in both. Was is hard getting a job with NSH? I have been watching the job availability online, and I saw no jobs all summer geared towards new grads. How did you end up with a job with them? Any advice????

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I started working at Glenbrook during my last semester of nursing school as a PCT. My manager knew I wanted to be hired on her floor as an RN. Therefore I was very lucky to get my job. However, I'm not sure if was luck as much as foresight. I love NorthShore. They have great benefits, their hospitals are updated, everything is computerized and they don't skimp on supplies. I would advise all of you to directly e-mail the HR person to see what's available. Go to northshore.org and you can find the names and e-mail addresses of HR representatives for each hospital. They have a great 12 week orientation program. One day a week you meet with your group. It's really organized and thorough. Good luck!!

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I was told that the Northshore's New Grad program have been discontinued until further notice... =(

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