I just wanted to start this thread for those who are applying to Clinical Nurse I positions at UC Irvine Medical Center! There's not that much info on what to expect so if you have any insight on the applications/timeline/interview process/etc. please feel free to share here ?
I've applied to 5 Clinical Nurse I positions since January and the status for 2 of them have changed from "Application Received" to "Application Under Review". Not loving the waiting game, but I'm happy to see something change.
Good luck and happy job hunting! Let's help each other out!
From my understanding, they just constantly hire for Clinical Nurse I positions and its not really a "new grad" cohort.
Hi Goofy_ BSN,
Thank you for your input. I think regardless of the Clinical Nurse I position may not be considered, "new grad", working for a teaching hospital is a great opportunity. I wish you all the best of luck!
On 2/28/2020 at 3:49 AM, Intensive Care Murse said:
Hi everyone,
Just wondering when all of you graduated or when you will be graduating. Does anyone know when jobs for the current postings would start? I'm wondering if I should apply even though I don't graduate until May?
Please help!
Thank you and good luck to all of you!
Hi Intensive Care Murse,
I do not know when the Clinical Nurse I position begins. I think if you are a licensed registered nurse, BSN with required credentials and additional certifications, you have an opportunity of being considered. The best way to answer your question is to reach out to the recruiting office.
I recently applied for a Stepdown Unit and my application just changed to "Under review". I'm not entirely sure what their hiring process is, I still have two months until graduation.
Hi all! I was wondering if anyone else has heard back from the acute rehab unit? Online my application says routed for further consideration. Glad I finally found this thread because I thought there wasn't one ?
I recently interviewed with the ************* Unit and was not offered a job. I felt like the interview went really well but in the end they ended up choosing someone else. This is what I learned throughout the process:
About the Clinical Nurse I Residency:
Starts 3/23. You will be paired with a preceptor where you are scheduled to work the same time as them for 2 of the 3 shifts. Your 3rd shift is a didactic class for the first 8 weeks. In addition, each month for the first 12 months you will have a Nurse Residency Program course that goes over how to be a leader, competent nurse, etc.
Timeline:
I applied in late January, in the beginning of March my status changed from "Application Received" to "Routed for Further Consideration". I got a call for an interview shortly after.
Interview:
Panel interview with 5 people including the Nurse Manager and your possible preceptor. Basic interview questions (Tell us about yourself, What are your strengths, Where do you see yourself in 5 years, etc. - Look on Youtube for nursing interview questions and when answering, try to use examples from clinical experience and work, especially examples that relate to that specific unit). The interview lasted about 45 minutes and I received an email a few hours later that they chose a different candidate.
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But, here's the great thing. Even though I didn't get it, the Nurse Manager saw something in me that he liked and contacted his peers at UCI to see if they were still hiring. He followed up with me to let me know he gave another unit manager, who was still hiring, my portfolio. If they feel like you would be a great nurse for UCI but choose a different candidate for their unit, they may offer to refer you to other units who are hiring because they want you at UCI. I thought that was really nice and I appreciate the effort to find a placement for me in another unit.
I recently interviewed with the ************* Unit and was not offered a job. I felt like the interview went really well but in the end they ended up choosing someone else. This is what I learned throughout the process:
About the Clinical Nurse I Residency:
Starts 3/23. You will be paired with a preceptor where you are scheduled to work the same time as them for 2 of the 3 shifts. Your 3rd shift is a didactic class for the first 8 weeks. In addition, each month for the first 12 months you will have a Nurse Residency Program course that goes over how to be a leader, competent nurse, etc.
Timeline:
I applied in late January, in the beginning of March my status changed from "Application Received" to "Routed for Further Consideration". I got a call for an interview shortly after.
Interview:
Panel interview with 5 people including the Nurse Manager and your possible preceptor. Basic interview questions (Tell us about yourself, What are your strengths, Where do you see yourself in 5 years, etc. - Look on Youtube for nursing interview questions and when answering, try to use examples from clinical experience and work, especially examples that relate to that specific unit). The interview lasted about 45 minutes and I received an email a few hours later that they chose a different candidate.
***
But, here's the great thing. Even though I didn't get it, the Nurse Manager saw something in me that he liked and contacted his peers at UCI to see if they were still hiring. He followed up with me to let me know he gave another unit manager, who was still hiring, my portfolio. If they feel like you would be a great nurse for UCI but choose a different candidate for their unit, they may offer to refer you to other units who are hiring because they want you at UCI. I thought that was really nice and I appreciate the effort to find a placement for me in another unit.
Hiii! I met you during the interview today ? can we update each other if we hear any news. And goood luck to you!
Hi everyone! I have two applications that are "under review". One from April 13th and one from March 3rd in oncology and surgical step down. Havent heard anything back yet but I'm still hopeful!
Hi everyone! I have two applications that are "under review". One from April 13th and one from March 3rd in oncology and surgical step down. Havent heard anything back yet but I'm still hopeful!
I'm on the same boat! Lmk if you receive any updates!
Hi guys! From my understanding, there is no exact timeline for when the next cohort date open, so we all have to check every day for Clinical Nurse 1 positions? Thank you.
hunny, BSN, RN
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From my understanding, they just constantly hire for Clinical Nurse I positions and its not really a "new grad" cohort.