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I have over 4 years of Operating Room RN experience in different countries and obtained my California RN license in July. Since then, I have been applying for Operating Room RN positions but have not yet secured a job. Any advice?

Last answered 6 days ago 2 answers

What is the best way to move forward when no one will hire a new grad NP? I have applied to over 30 jobs and they all want experienced candidates. I live in northern San Diego area.

Last answered 6 days ago 2 answers

When should I apply for Licensure by endorsement in the state of California? Im a current RN in Texas and about to make the move to California in 3 months. How long should this process take?

Last answered 22 days ago 9 answers

I'm finding it hard to get a non-bedside nursing job lately (in the IE in SoCal). I have one year of experience (float pool RN) and yearning to get out of bedside. Is anyone else having the same issue or have any tips/leads?

Last answered 27 days ago 70 answers

What are the best colleges for neonatal nursing in california?

Last answered about 1 month ago 2 answers

I’m currently new to the Bay Area and a new grad nurse.I’m looking for a residency program or entry level rn position.How do I stand out on the application and get an interview?

Last answered about 1 month ago 3 answers

What is the best hospital to work at in California with only 6 months of ambulatory surgery experience? Currently a NY nurse (I have my license in California) and I have been applying for almost a year and nothing. I had two interviews but nothing

Last answered about 1 month ago 6 answers

who has left the hospital/inpatient setting for outpatient or remote work? what do you do and how do you like it!? i’m looking to leave the hospital setting but don’t know what’s out there!

Last answered about 1 month ago 7 answers

How can I get Picc line experience? I got my Picc Line certification but I’m having trouble getting Picc Line insertion experience. Please help.

Last answered 2 months ago 5 answers

Can you work in primary care with 1 yr experience in a SNF?

Last answered 2 months ago 1 answer

How long is it too long between passing NCLEX and starting my first nursing job? Trying to figure out how long I stay in CA before moving elsewhere

Last answered 2 months ago 1 answer

How do I go about a hospital that I interviewed with but has since then ghosted me afterwards?

Last answered 2 months ago 1 answer

What is the best thing to do in between NCLEX and looking for a job? I have applied to over 30 places since I graduated in May and have gotten rejected from everything.. Trying to stay optimistic but struggling since I need to work in the meantime

Last answered 2 months ago 1 answer

Best pediatric hospitals to work at in CA, CO, or NC? Inpatient acute care, preferably gen med/surg.

Last answered 2 months ago 12 answers

In California are any ADN RN's with many years (30 as RN, 10 as LVN, 5 as Navy Hospital Corpsman) of experiencing trouble getting hired? I've not had a job offering in 2 years after being laid off due to job elimination.

Last answered 3 months ago 12 answers

Any recommendations for RN positions with minimal patient contact? Preferably three 12s.

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

Are there any ADN to NP programs in California?

Last answered 4 months ago 2 answers

How do I get started in being an RN in the CA? BSN diff country in 2012, local RN license in 2013, OR, L&D and PACU nurse in a hosp in 2014. Quit my job & moved in CA in 2018. Passed NCLEX and got my RN license in Nov 2023.

Last answered 5 months ago 1 answer

I got my CA RN license Sep 2023 and PHN cert working part-time as a Telehealth LVN and have been promoted to RN. I wanted to apply for other remote jobs due to my limitations. Lost in where I can qualify and need insights since I'm not a new grad?

Last answered 6 months ago 1 answer

I am a NICU nurse at a level 3 & 4 NICU with 5 years of experience. I plan to relocate to Orange County, California , what should my hourly rate be?

Last answered 6 months ago 2 answers

How to get licence ASAP and in short time due to medical experience of 38 years. Willing to clear all evaluation examinations.

Last answered 6 months ago 3 answers

Any referrals for remote jobs as a new grad RN?

Last answered 6 months ago 2 answers

Should I retire now or wait 5 more years until I am 65? I have been a nurse for 32 years & I currently have a per diem job however, I am extremely burned out with the direction of the Nursing profession in general...Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Last answered 7 months ago 7 answers

I got offered 106 as a per diem night shift RN in ICU, in the San Francisco, CA area. I have 5 years of experience in ICU. Is this a good rate?

Last answered 7 months ago 3 answers

Are there good nursing schools in San Diego?

Last answered 8 months ago 1 answer