Should I submit a resume?

Ok, I am a new grad and am having a difficult time obtaining my first RN position. My background is in LTC (6 years exp as a CNA). My background is good, my references are good. I just moved from Indiana to Pensacola hoping that there would be more job opportunities. I've been job hunting for two months to no avail.

Recently one of my relatives said that one of her nurse friends was leaving a local LTC facility to work at one of the hospitals. I do not know this friend, but I do know the name of the facility. Would it be improper to fax a cover letter and resume to this LTC in hopes that there might be an opening? If so, should I even attempt to explain how I was directed to their facility?

Also, I didn't go to school down here and I think that does not help my cause. I do have more than one letter of recommendation from my nursing professors. Would there be any harm in including a copy of those when submitting my resume? Thanks
I would bring it to the LTC facility in person, ask if you could speak to the Manager/Director of Care, and hand it in person. Charge nurse if they are not available. I would not include references, but save those for if you get an interview. No harm in trying. Also do a follow up call, in a couple weeks if you have not heard anything.
Quote from misstoast Recently one of my relatives said that one of her nurse friends was leaving a local LTC facility to work at one of the hospitals. I do not know this friend, but I do know the name of the facility. Would it be improper to fax a cover letter and resume to this LTC in hopes that there might be an opening? If so, should I even attempt to explain how I was directed to their facility?