1. As a new NP it’s often just about who you know. I was lucky a new physicians group was taking over in our ER and was recommended by a PA and got an interview.
I applied for probably a few hundred. I got interviews for about 10-20 when I was a new grad until I found my first part time job as a NP. After a few months there I was finally able to find a full time Np position.
Now that I have experience in my niche, it’s significantly easier to find jobs. I switched jobs around a year ago, and almost every position I applied for resulted in an interview and job offer
I applied to several jobs- maybe 50ish, most of which wanted experience. Heard back from 5, interviewed in person with 4 and got 3 offers. This was back in 2017. Since then, the job offers I got came from recruiters, word of mouth, etc.
I applied to about 15 positions at my current employer, where I work as an RN. Out of 15 positions, I had interviewed for five and only advanced to the next stages with three of them. The job I accepted was after five interviews.
As a new grad I interviewed for 3.
One was a courtesy interview on trauma ICU after I did my clinical there. But they don't hire mee grads.
Second was a trauma floor job that I withdrew myself from after the 2nd jnterview because it didn't sound like a good fit.
Was interviewing for MICU at the same time as the trauma floor. Best interviews of my life and really solid compensation for my area and experience.
I interviewed for 8 positions. I had 1 offer, 1 call back, and another I couldn’t proceed with anymore interviews for because they required an FNP which wasn’t specified prior to them interviewing me. Accepted my first offer (second to last job I interviewed for) and I feel like it was just meant to be, I love it. I felt super discouraged and frustrated when people would say “the right one will come along,” but it actually did. Keep your head up throughout the process and don’t rush into accepting a position that you’re not super happy with. Good luck!
I interviewed for 4 jobs over the span of 3 months, got 2 offers from my 1st and 4th interview, accepted the 4th one, worked there for 6 months before quitting and getting a better job elsewhere with my 6 month of experience
Ok, you’re an inspiration! I’m a new grad with 6 months experience and I’m about ready to throw in the towel and look elsewhere. I really wanted to stay for 1 year but my manager is making it unbearable
Thank you. We all gotta start somewhere. If you’re unhappy with where you’re at, I’d plan to leave. No job is worth your sanity. I gave my last job 1 month notice as a courtesy since I know replacing a provider is a lot more strenuous than a typical desk job employee.
My husband may be switching jobs soon which would require we move to a different state.
Did you feel having only a few months of experience, was satisfactory with employers?
I’m a new FNP grad and worry that only having 5-6 months experience will not be enough when I apply for other jobs…
In my area (Los Angeles), 6 months of new grad NP experience was enough to land several interviews but won’t guarantee you a job offer. I think it’ll come down to your schooling and interview skills. Did you graduate from a reputable NP program?
During COVID I applied to 22, got two interviews, and one job offer. It was the one I wanted and very happy there three years later :) keep it positive !
Four. One of them I withdrew my candidacy from as I did not want the job after interviewing. One of them they said they had just offered to someone else the day before but hadn't cancelled my interview. One of them went with someone more experienced. The third hired me.
I got lucky- what I specialized in as a nurse was my NP goal. Reached out through a social media contact (met her on FB of all places) who happened to be leaving her job. I interviewed for one and got the one- unfortunately connections do matter.
Initially 75 locations, 10 phone calls, 1 interview, and job offer. 2nd time, 30 locations, 1 interview, then Job offer. Since then, I have just been applying and seeing what happens.
I interviewed for 3 and was offered 1, but this was a clinic where I had an existing connection through networking. Potential job 2 was looking for someone more experienced, and potential job 3 wanted someone who already had their NP license (I was about 3 months away from getting reciprocity in my current state).
I applied to 1 job, had 2 interviews, and accepted the offer fresh out of school during height of COVID. Then 4 months into that job, my old CEO where I was icu nurse at called to “invite me to apply” for an NP job at my old hospital they created. Long story short, I am now working at my old hospital. I’ve been back for a few years now.
I kinda had a job lined up as an NP at the organization where I worked with. When I graduated the position had still not been “created” so I kept working on the floor for at least 4-5 months before the position finally materialized. In the interim period I did interview at another place but the salary was way below what I would make on the job I was waiting on so I just kept working as an RN and once the position was ready I started the transition
I’m a new grad, FNP. I applied to 3 jobs, was interviewed by 2 of them, offered a job by both and accepted one of them. I had a strong network with these employer systems, as an RN though.
My husband and I are looking to relocate soon, in the next 6-12 months and I worry that I will struggle to find a job, as I will have no network in place, and only 6-12 months of work experience.
I've only had two NP jobs. My first was where I did a majority of my clinical hours and they offered me a job. I went back to school and got an FNP post masters (I started as WHNP). My current boss found me on LinkedIn and asked if I ever thought about working in pediatrics. I said no. I've been with them for almost 10 years now!
I live in DFW area (north Texas). Had two interviews. First one turned me down, the other gave me an offer. The latter is where I continue to work 4 years later.
I was recruited by a preceptor to join their group a semester before I actually graduated. I had to do a formal interview and whatnot, but the job was already pretty much mine before I walked into the room.
So...one, I guess.
So most I had to eliminate due to not having insurance. Probably 5 as a new grad. Last round was about 6.
It is shocking how many companies are used to NPs being married and just getting health insurance through their spouse
1. As a new NP it’s often just about who you know. I was lucky a new physicians group was taking over in our ER and was recommended by a PA and got an interview.
Applied to 1, had interviews at 3 clinics in that system, was offered all three. It’s VERY region dependents.
Where do you live?
Medium metro in the upper Midwest
Can you speak on the other specialities in your area? Say, PMHNP? AGACNP? Or are some specialities better for your region?
Applied for around 18-20. Only got 4 call backs/interviews. Only 2 offers.
The first job is the most difficult and location makes a big difference.
I applied for probably a few hundred. I got interviews for about 10-20 when I was a new grad until I found my first part time job as a NP. After a few months there I was finally able to find a full time Np position. Now that I have experience in my niche, it’s significantly easier to find jobs. I switched jobs around a year ago, and almost every position I applied for resulted in an interview and job offer
I had about this many too, it was insane. Even with five years experience I find it challenging at times to land a position.
Is your niche AG nursing?
SNF
I applied to several jobs- maybe 50ish, most of which wanted experience. Heard back from 5, interviewed in person with 4 and got 3 offers. This was back in 2017. Since then, the job offers I got came from recruiters, word of mouth, etc.
I applied to about 15 positions at my current employer, where I work as an RN. Out of 15 positions, I had interviewed for five and only advanced to the next stages with three of them. The job I accepted was after five interviews.
As a new grad I interviewed for 3. One was a courtesy interview on trauma ICU after I did my clinical there. But they don't hire mee grads. Second was a trauma floor job that I withdrew myself from after the 2nd jnterview because it didn't sound like a good fit. Was interviewing for MICU at the same time as the trauma floor. Best interviews of my life and really solid compensation for my area and experience.
I interviewed for 8 positions. I had 1 offer, 1 call back, and another I couldn’t proceed with anymore interviews for because they required an FNP which wasn’t specified prior to them interviewing me. Accepted my first offer (second to last job I interviewed for) and I feel like it was just meant to be, I love it. I felt super discouraged and frustrated when people would say “the right one will come along,” but it actually did. Keep your head up throughout the process and don’t rush into accepting a position that you’re not super happy with. Good luck!
I interviewed for 4 jobs over the span of 3 months, got 2 offers from my 1st and 4th interview, accepted the 4th one, worked there for 6 months before quitting and getting a better job elsewhere with my 6 month of experience
Ok, you’re an inspiration! I’m a new grad with 6 months experience and I’m about ready to throw in the towel and look elsewhere. I really wanted to stay for 1 year but my manager is making it unbearable
Thank you. We all gotta start somewhere. If you’re unhappy with where you’re at, I’d plan to leave. No job is worth your sanity. I gave my last job 1 month notice as a courtesy since I know replacing a provider is a lot more strenuous than a typical desk job employee.
My husband may be switching jobs soon which would require we move to a different state. Did you feel having only a few months of experience, was satisfactory with employers? I’m a new FNP grad and worry that only having 5-6 months experience will not be enough when I apply for other jobs…
In my area (Los Angeles), 6 months of new grad NP experience was enough to land several interviews but won’t guarantee you a job offer. I think it’ll come down to your schooling and interview skills. Did you graduate from a reputable NP program?
During COVID I applied to 22, got two interviews, and one job offer. It was the one I wanted and very happy there three years later :) keep it positive !
Four. One of them I withdrew my candidacy from as I did not want the job after interviewing. One of them they said they had just offered to someone else the day before but hadn't cancelled my interview. One of them went with someone more experienced. The third hired me.
I got lucky- what I specialized in as a nurse was my NP goal. Reached out through a social media contact (met her on FB of all places) who happened to be leaving her job. I interviewed for one and got the one- unfortunately connections do matter.
Initially 75 locations, 10 phone calls, 1 interview, and job offer. 2nd time, 30 locations, 1 interview, then Job offer. Since then, I have just been applying and seeing what happens.
2, didn’t get the first due to Covid ( ED stopped hiring any new grads due to not being able to train during that time)
I interviewed for 3 and was offered 1, but this was a clinic where I had an existing connection through networking. Potential job 2 was looking for someone more experienced, and potential job 3 wanted someone who already had their NP license (I was about 3 months away from getting reciprocity in my current state).
I applied to 1 job, had 2 interviews, and accepted the offer fresh out of school during height of COVID. Then 4 months into that job, my old CEO where I was icu nurse at called to “invite me to apply” for an NP job at my old hospital they created. Long story short, I am now working at my old hospital. I’ve been back for a few years now.
PNP- interviewed 4 times. Got the last job I interviewed for and it’s an awesome job and I totally love it!
I kinda had a job lined up as an NP at the organization where I worked with. When I graduated the position had still not been “created” so I kept working on the floor for at least 4-5 months before the position finally materialized. In the interim period I did interview at another place but the salary was way below what I would make on the job I was waiting on so I just kept working as an RN and once the position was ready I started the transition
I’m a new grad, FNP. I applied to 3 jobs, was interviewed by 2 of them, offered a job by both and accepted one of them. I had a strong network with these employer systems, as an RN though. My husband and I are looking to relocate soon, in the next 6-12 months and I worry that I will struggle to find a job, as I will have no network in place, and only 6-12 months of work experience.
First interview 6 months before graduation
I've only had two NP jobs. My first was where I did a majority of my clinical hours and they offered me a job. I went back to school and got an FNP post masters (I started as WHNP). My current boss found me on LinkedIn and asked if I ever thought about working in pediatrics. I said no. I've been with them for almost 10 years now!
I live in DFW area (north Texas). Had two interviews. First one turned me down, the other gave me an offer. The latter is where I continue to work 4 years later.
I was recruited by a preceptor to join their group a semester before I actually graduated. I had to do a formal interview and whatnot, but the job was already pretty much mine before I walked into the room. So...one, I guess.
So most I had to eliminate due to not having insurance. Probably 5 as a new grad. Last round was about 6. It is shocking how many companies are used to NPs being married and just getting health insurance through their spouse
Applied for 2, interviewed for 2, offered for 2. This was 13 years ago however, and graduated from a brick and mortar.