When are you no longer considered a new graduate?

Bobbkat · Mar 25, 2010

The new grad programs I have applied to define a new grad as one with 6 months or less of experience. I'm wondering when a new grad who can't get a job at all is no longer considered a new grad though? I've been out of school for over three months. There's gotta be an expiration date.

Sunnysidegirl · Mar 25, 2010

Any ideas on when you are no longer considered a new graduate? I have been working as a RN in LTC for 7 months, while I am feeling comfortable in my job now, I still feel as though I am a new grad., I recently applied for an "entry in to practice" new grad med/surg position at a local hospital (have not heard back at time of this entry).

I had three months of being precepted.Then I was on my own or probation for three months.After six months I had an evaluation, passed that and was instated as a "staff nurse." So I think it is about a six month residency depending on the organization.It is a good question to ask when you are in an interview for a job.I believe though you might need to go through the same process even though you have been working for 7 months at least at my facility you would. Others may be different.

jennifers · Mar 28, 2010

well after 8 months they made me train for charge...ugh. I wish it lasted for a full year

trimeduRN, BSN · Mar 28, 2010

For the jobs I've applied to, if you have less than 1 yr experience, you are considered a new grad. To some people, I am still considered a new grad, I have 1yr RN and 10month LPN. I think it just depends on the company..

lkwashington · Mar 28, 2010

In my opinion, if a nurse has less than one year experience would be considered a new grad. The reason why I say this because if you planning on tranferring to another job most jobs state you have to have at least 1 to 2 years clinical experience. Just a thought.