Calling a Nurse Manager?

Hey all--

I'm looking for advice about calling a potential manager...
I applied for my DREAM job, and I do mean DREAM job. It's in my ideal location CO, my fiance has gotten his job already there , and it's in my dream specialty--Mother/Baby. My application was received over a month ago, there have been no status changes on the website. I have spoken with a nurse recruiter who then requested my letters of reference for the position and said she would then forward them to the hiring manager. I have called the recruiter back (two weeks ago) to get an update on the position's status...and she said that it hasn't been filled yet.

How should I proceed? Is it too gutsy to call the nurse manager herself to get the status of the position? Advertise myself? Tell her why I want to work for her?

Any advice appreciated
I think you would be the best marketing tool for yourself! Call and see where it takes you.. After this amount of time I just do not think it could hurt. To me it would show you are feisty enough to go after what you want and think outside the box. Just my opinion. Hope you get the job!

I would go ahead and call the NM. I agree that it's unlikely to hurt you, and might just help. Good luck!

Call her. That might be the action that spurs them to choose you in the end.

I called the hospital...was transferred to the unit...was transferred to her number, got voicemail! All the psyching up it took me just to dial the number, and then had to leave a message!!! This is killing me !!!

Quote from RNlovesherPharmDI called the hospital...was transferred to the unit...was transferred to her number, got voicemail! All the psyching up it took me just to dial the number, and then had to leave a message!!! This is killing me !!!

The only problem...is I live on the east coast at this time. Won't be back to CO again until May I am sure it will be too late by then to do that, plus most post partum units are locked down due to security reasons ( At least our's here is).Congrats to you!!!

Keep it level RNlovesherPharmD! Keep the cart behind the horse for now, don't invest too much emotion quite yet and keep your eyes peeled for more positions... you know how much you're worth to this position, chin up and wheels moving forward You got this!!

Quote from njsdcaKeep it level RNlovesherPharmD! Keep the cart behind the horse for now, don't invest too much emotion quite yet and keep your eyes peeled for more positions... you know how much you're worth to this position, chin up and wheels moving forward You got this!!

Quote from RNlovesherPharmDThanks for the words of wisdom! It is hard not to get too invested, when there are very few jobs to be had. If I don't get a position, we will likely be living on two different coasts until I do---we are dreading that!

Again, I feel you have nothing to lose.. I would call her back next week maybe mid-week. She will have had a chance to call you by then, but may just refer your call to HR. If she is not there, do not leave a message but ask whoever answers the phone when a good time to reach her might be. You do not want to harass her with messages.You could try calling early or try calling at end of her day. To actually have a chance to reach her you might need to ask someone what her normal scheduled work hours are.I agree with the poster who says do not pin all your hopes on this one job..apply, apply, apply.Best of luck with your search.

NOOOO! I would not call the manager again! Leaving a message was a bold move but I wouldnt push your luck. Especially if its your dream job.You might want to start back with the recruiter and make nice. He/She probably got ticked off when the manager asked why candidates are calling her directly. That is an automatic DQ at some facilities plus you dont want to look like a stalker.I would stay with the recruiter.. If you must contact the manager again. Try getting her email or sending a letter.

Last I checked Nurse managers were human not some superior being who can not talk to nurses. It may be risky in some people's minds but waiting for the recruiter to do something after all this time has gotten you no where. I would not leave another message but you are the best person to decide if calling and not leaving your name will rock the boat. Me..I think email is much more intrusive and you may not make it past the Spam box. But everyone has the right to their own thoughts and opinions. Peace.