Question 1

Do nurses need to be licensed before applying to jobs?

Accepted Answer

Nursing students do not need to be licensed before applying to nursing jobs. Some states allow new grads to work for a period of time while they're in the process of taking and passing the NCLEX. For others, you can get a job with the condition that you're going to get your license within a certain period.

Question 2

When do nursing graduates take the NCLEX?

Accepted Answer

Usually, a nursing student will be able to take the NCLEX about a month after graduating from nursing school. Sometimes later than that, based on when a student can get an available exam date or when the student feels they will be ready to take the exam.

Question 3

Are you guaranteed a job after nursing school?

Accepted Answer

You aren't guaranteed a job after nursing school. While nursing school is in demand, many new grads will have a hard time getting a job. How difficult it will be depends on: The geographic area of the job you're looking for. How picky you are on the job you will get as a new grad nurse.

Question 4

Does life get easier after nursing school?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it does! After graduating from nursing school and getting your first nursing school job overall, you're going to find that life does get a little easier. At least as far as career and not having to go to school or spend money on your education.

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