I will be a brand new RN in May and I already HAVE a job.....

To all of the about to be new grads, newly graduated, and currently seeking jobs as RN's, there is hope.

In a nutshell, I have beat the odds. I have a criminal background, graduating with ONLY an ASN ( for those who must know), and I am what you would call a mediocre student. I work hard, study EXTREMELY HARD, and PLAY just as hard. My family has been on the back burner, my social life is barely existent, and I long for my previous career. ( Seems much easier since I have began this journey)

That being said, I am grateful for the opportunity too pursue my nursing degree. Many moons ago I began as a Registered Medical Assistant. My career moved into management, ran my own business, then like many others, was faced with choosing failure or a second chance.

Do not give up. Network with your clinical contacts. Prove you are worth their time. Market yourself. If I can do it, ANYONE can. I am scared to bits, but I know I will make a difference. Work hard, stand out, and be just a bit annoying, it really does pay off.

This forum has been wonderful and I look forward to learning much more from the people that share their knowledge.

THANKS ALLNURSES!!! You all ROCK
Congratulations that's exciting! Know how fortunate you are, and make the most of your opportunity. Scoring a job before graduation is definitely not the norm. I was also hired months prior to writing my Boards, and I remember how relieved I was. Contacts are everything.

Wow I love your story of inspiration and perseverance! I am going for my BSN and manage to worry when I know that I'm up against nothing compared to what you were. What a reality check for me, seriously! Congrats and just remember, you are a good person so that is why you have good come into your life! Past mistakes don't mean future failures!

Congrats!