Wait on PA?

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Specializes in Medical ICU, Orthopedics.

I've been really wanting to work as a new grad nurse in Philly and have been applying places since July. (I graduated in October 2009). Unfortunately we all know the job situation and I don't really have any prospects. I am getting terribly discouraged. I really want to live in Philadelphia but it is looking less and less like that will happen every day.

So here is my dilemma, do I sit and wait on PA hospitals and possibly become unmarketable (I've already been out of school a few months) or do I apply to hospitals in NY? I had an externship at NYP in NYC and feel I could possibly get a position there. Would it be crazy to live in Philly and work in NYC? Has anyone ever done it? I could spend nights I worked consecutively at my home close to the hospital, so it wouldn't be that commute everyday.

Any advice would be great. I know many would say to just work where I can get a job and then once I get my experience move, but I'm tired of living at home and really have my heart set on living in Philadelphia.

Thanks in advance!

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Specializes in Trauma/Surg, Home Care.

Hey,

The job market is very tough in Philly. I have 3 years of experience and has been searching for a job for a year ( currently doing home care). Nothing yet.

Honestly, I would work in NYC , if I could. You can also consider Baltimore, etc.

Taking a train back and forth will be very taxing on anyone.

Just my opinion.

I wish you well. Please, keep us updated.

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Specializes in Medical ICU, Orthopedics.

Wouldn't you know the day after I think about giving up I get a call from TWO hospitals about interviews. haha I don't want to think that giving up is the answer, but that is WEIRD.

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Specializes in Trauma/Surg, Home Care.

wow, that's so cool. I am very happy for you.

Wish you all the best, prepare well for the interview.

I guess giving up is not an option for you.

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Wouldn't you know the day after I think about giving up I get a call from TWO hospitals about interviews. haha I don't want to think that giving up is the answer, but that is WEIRD.

Congrats LoriNJ, I know you've been waiting a long time! You're going to do a great job at the interviews, I'll be thinking about you!

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

I've seen Allentown and Reading area hospitals both about 1hr drive from Philly have some new grad positions...

NY hospitals also have hiring freezes on for new grads from viewing threads in NY forum...

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