0. Jan 24, '12 by punkhardcoreRN. Thanks, I was referring to going to an out-of-state facility. I know one must interview for position but I guess I was referring to how long you have to wait before you can apply elsewhere-not that I am going to jump ship right away after being given an expedited hire. know one must interview for position but I guess I was referring to how long you have to wait before you can apply elsewhere-not that I am going to jump ship right away after being given an expedited hire.
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