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How many years of experience would nurse practitioner need to get a job?
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Deborah’s Answer
New grads are regularly hired. The more years and types of RN experience you have, the more appealing of a candidate you would be. Choose your places to train wisely, as these may lead to job offers after graduation.
Dr. Lexi Rand, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C
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Hi Michelda!
Years ago, it would take months before an individual could get a job as a new grad. However, with the nursing shortage and the COVID pandemic, the nursing landscape has changed. We have patients living much longer and many are much sicker, so nurse practitioners will always be needed.
There are factors that determine how quick you may get hired and these include:-
1. Your location.
2. Your nursing experience.
3. Your specialization you chose in school.
4. If you landed a clinical spot that also has a residency program that hires you after graduation. Network during clinical.
5. Who you know.
6. How much you are willing to work for. Know your worth.
7. If you are willing to relocate.
There are other factors as well, but these are some of the top ones. Be careful of headhunter agencies that prey on new grads and offer them the lowest pay similar to that of an RN. There are others who promise these outstanding salaries and bonuses after contract completion, only to find out soon after that it is a scam. I suggest you start working on your CV, keep a tab on what you do during clinical. Hone your skills during clinical. Ask your instructors and clinic preceptor for a reference letter speaking to how you were in class and clinic. Get your old supervisors to do the same. Do your homework. Do not wait until graduation to start preparing. If you are single, the world is your oyster to explore and travel and learn. If you have a family, you can do the same, but you are the only one who knows what you will need as far as family.
NP Lexi
Years ago, it would take months before an individual could get a job as a new grad. However, with the nursing shortage and the COVID pandemic, the nursing landscape has changed. We have patients living much longer and many are much sicker, so nurse practitioners will always be needed.
There are factors that determine how quick you may get hired and these include:-
1. Your location.
2. Your nursing experience.
3. Your specialization you chose in school.
4. If you landed a clinical spot that also has a residency program that hires you after graduation. Network during clinical.
5. Who you know.
6. How much you are willing to work for. Know your worth.
7. If you are willing to relocate.
There are other factors as well, but these are some of the top ones. Be careful of headhunter agencies that prey on new grads and offer them the lowest pay similar to that of an RN. There are others who promise these outstanding salaries and bonuses after contract completion, only to find out soon after that it is a scam. I suggest you start working on your CV, keep a tab on what you do during clinical. Hone your skills during clinical. Ask your instructors and clinic preceptor for a reference letter speaking to how you were in class and clinic. Get your old supervisors to do the same. Do your homework. Do not wait until graduation to start preparing. If you are single, the world is your oyster to explore and travel and learn. If you have a family, you can do the same, but you are the only one who knows what you will need as far as family.
NP Lexi
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Matthew’s Answer
Most nurse practitioners get hired immediately after graduation. Many nurse practitioners even secure job placement before graduation. There is a huge need for nurse practitioners in primary care and family medicine. Although it may not be your first choice, you will have many job opportunities following graduation.