Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long has ENSEARCH been in business and how long in this industry?
A: ENSEARCH was started in 1992 and has been placing NNPs exclusively since 1994.
Q: Will I ever be charged for your services?
A: Our services for candidates are absolutely free, so you never incur any costs by partnering with ENSEARCH.
Q: Would a recruiter really be able to help a new grad?
A: Oh yes, by all means. All new grads are not alike; we know that as do our clients. By getting to know you, and having the in-depth insight of our client’s needs, we are able to customize the presentation of your candidacy to each individual client. In essence, your candidacy is tailored to their exact needs.
Additionally, we know which employers are “new grad friendly”…or not. As a matter of fact, we have many clients who tell us they actually prefer hiring new grad NNPs. In fact you can get your customized career opportunities list with our New Grad Concierge.
Q: Do you ever submit my resume or qualifications without my prior knowledge or approval?
A: Unlike other firms, we never submit any information to a potential employer without your approval. Doing so can create potential harmful effects on your candidacy in the short and long term.
Q: Is ENSEARCH a staffing agency?
A: Yes. ENSEARCH is both a staffing agency and a recruiting firm dedicated exclusively to Neonatal Nurse Practitioner placement since 1994.
That means we can help you find the right role whatever you’re looking for. If you want a permanent position, we work with NICUs across the country to match you with a unit that fits your goals. If you’d rather take locum tenens or temporary assignments, we can place you in those positions too. And because we’ve focused on NNPs and nothing else since 1994, we understand your credentials, your specialty, and what makes a good fit better than a general staffing firm ever could.
Best of all, our services are always free to you. The hiring facility covers our fees, never the candidate.
Q: What is the difference between using a recruiter and using a staffing agency?
A: For you as a neonatal nurse practitioner, the difference comes down to the kind of work you’re looking for and who your employer is.
When you work with us as your recruiter, we help you land a permanent position. You become an employee of the hospital itself, on their payroll and part of their team.
When you work with us as a staffing agency, we place you in locum tenens or temporary assignments to cover a unit’s short-term coverage needs. In this case you’re employed through ENSEARCH, and we handle your payroll, taxes, malpractice coverage, and travel, so you can focus on the work and the flexibility that drew you to locum tenens in the first place.
The good news is you don’t have to have it all figured out before you reach out. We’ve done both since 1994. Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll help you find the right fit. And either way, our services are free to you; the hiring facility covers all our fees.
Q: I want to wait to contact you until I am sure I want to make a job change. Is this a good idea?
A: The simple answer – don’t wait any longer to give us a call! If you’re asking this question your intuition is telling you something and it’s wise to listen to it. Call us for a no-cost, no-pressure career consultation to explore your options. Regardless of the outcome, we think you’ll be glad you did.
Q: Will I ever be pressured into accepting an opportunity you present?
A: With ENSEARCH there is no ‘hard selling’. Our goal is to present you with enough information and options for you to be able to make an informed choice.
Q: Will you help me with licensure/credentialing?
A: To the extent we are allowed to — yes. When we partner with you, we are there for you for your entire career – not just during your job search. We regularly assist with licensure, credentialing and anything else that might be a challenge during a transition.
Q: Can you help me with the offer negotiations?
A: We assist you every step of the way through the search and hiring process (and beyond!), including offer negotiations, so you never have to worry about being alone during any part of the process.
Q: As a new or soon-to-be-grad, when should I start looking for a job?
A: Typically we advise soon-to-be grads to start looking 3–4 months prior to graduation, but your situation may be unique. Please call us at 888.NNP.JOBS (888.667.5627) to discuss your specific situation and what timeline might be best for you. If you’re curious about our current new grad openings, check out our Job Board and choose the “New Grad” filter from the dropdown menu.
Q: Will working with you mean less money for me in my job offer?
A: More often than not it’s not the most qualified candidate who gets hired for the position; it’s the one who interviews the best. And with our unparalleled interview coaching, coupled with the added insight we can provide about the opportunity, your candidacy will always have a leg up on your competition.
Q: Do I really need a recruiter?
A: Most of our candidates decide to use our services, rather than conducting their search on their own, for a variety of reasons.
Here are just a few:
- With our years of specialization in NNP recruitment, more often than not we have direct access to the actual hiring authority, getting your candidacy right to the decision-maker.
- In today’s world of multiple commitments, many of our candidates simply do not have the time or energy to deal with the non-essential aspects of the job hunt, leaving that to us.
Q: How do I choose a recruiter?
A: Great question. There are many factors which play into selecting the “right” recruiter for you. Here is a list of questions to ask of a recruiter who contacts you, asking to be your representative.
