Why can't I even get an interview ?!?!?!

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I graduated with my B.S.N. in may 2009 from the top nursing school in the nation, had above a 3.0 gpa and yet after applying to hospital after hospital, I cannot even get an interview. I've applied to about 20 new graduate programs all across the country and got rejected from every single one. I'm pretty much willing to go anywhere, so what am i doing wrong??! I would thing for a NEW GRADUATE r.n. position, i would be a great candidate and would at least get an interview, but no?!?! I've tried e-mailing and calling every place I apply, but either my e-mail doesnt ever get answered, or the person I talk to says the generic "we'll contact you if you are chosen for an interview" I feel pretty confident in myself that if I can get an interview, i should have no problem but i can't even get that :-( please, any advice on what i might be able to do in order to get an interview? I'm so frustrated :-( thanks!

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So I had this problem too. You have to approach people like you are hot $h*t and that they will loose out if they don't have you. Have someone else brush up your resume and make it look different. Some places want you to grovel and apply multiple times and call to show that you are persistent and really want the job. Some places will only take applications in person and don't pay attention to online apps. Attend open houses and make connections to get on the inside. Try applying to places that are more rural. Farmington NM is always desperate for nurses (they have a awesome new grad program) and here in El Paso TX there are always GN programs available. They are out there. You may have to expand your mind a little to possibilities that you didn't think of before, and you may have to move.

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A friend of mine had a similar problem, so she actually started showing up at NYSNA (New York State Nurse's Association) lectures and events and introducing herself to everyone. That's what got her the job, she introduced herself to the CNO of the hospital she eventually was hired at, who was obviously impressed with her.

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ooohh thats a great idea, thanks for the input! luckily, i JUST got a call from Stanford University Hospital for a "pre-interview" so im excited to have finally gotten SOME sort of contact!

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