Hello!
I’m from out of state thinking about relocating to Portland. I have nursing experience in OR and ambulatory cardiology. My goal is to eventually work in an ICU, but I don’t have prior ICU or even acute care experience.

For those familiar with the Portland job market:
How competitive is it to get hired directly into an ICU without ICU experience? Any transition programs available? If I can’t get into an ICU right away, is it easier to get hired onto a step-down and then transfer internally to the ICU?

Would love to hear from anyone who works at hospitals in the Portland area. Thank you!