Reason for leaving a job--what to put?

[chris_at_lucas_RN, RN]

I left my first nursing job because I was disgusted and dismayed by the poor care I observed in the nurses who were supposed to be my coaches.

Obviously I cannot put that down.

Poor match/fit? Might keep me out of telemetry jobs, which I would still like to be able to do.

Any suggestions? I have nearly a year of very successful nursing in my present slot, but that is psych nursing and I don't want to limit my opportunities unnecessarily....

Thanks

[student4ever]

I left my first nursing job because I was disgusted and dismayed by the poor care I observed in the nurses who were supposed to be my coaches.

Obviously I cannot put that down.

Poor match/fit? Might keep me out of telemetry jobs, which I would still like to be able to do.

Any suggestions? I have nearly a year of very successful nursing in my present slot, but that is psych nursing and I don't want to limit my opportunities unnecessarily....

Thanks

I would go for a simple - the goals and practices of the facility were not compatible with my goals for providing caring and competent nursing care.

[GermPhobe]

I have used "personal reasons" as an explanation. If you're asked for more explanation in an interview, you can elaborate. Until then, I wouldn't say more than necessary.

[CrunchRN, ADN, RN]

How about "your place sucks" - just kidding! Maybe you could just say you are leaving and not even give a reason. You are not required to tell them why. If anyone pesters you then you can tell them it just didn't feel like a good fit, or it's a full moon, or you are moving and the commute would be too long. You do not HAVE to tell the truth. Do what is best for you.

[MIA-RN1, RN]

I left a tech job because they were having us techs do sterile techniques and apply topical meds to wounds, which, I found out from contatcing my state BON, is not allowed. I felt it was an ethical dilemma and that I couldn't be part of it. I also gave notice on a Sunday, when I wasn't scheduled to work for a whole week, and then only one shift that whole next week. Not quite two weeks notice. All in all, pretty hard to explain.

So I told the nurse recruiter who hired me for the job I'm starting this summer that it just didn't work out, and I was honest in telling her the time frame of my resignation. I got hired so I think she appreciated my honesty.

[SFCardiacRN]

I have never put a "reason for leaving" on a resume. On applications that request a reason, I always put "left for better position" for previous jobs and "seeking better position" for the last job. Leave specifics for the verbal interview and DO NOT slam the previous employer too badly.

[clee1]

I have never put a "reason for leaving" on a resume. On applications that request a reason, I always put "left for better position" for previous jobs and "seeking better position" for the last job. Leave specifics for the verbal interview and DO NOT slam the previous employer too badly.

:yeahthat: :yeahthat: EXACTLY.

[NRSKarenRN, BSN, RN]

Desire to experience world of nursing

Better opportunity

[Daytonite, BSN, RN]

Found a position in an area of nursing I have wanted to get into since graduation.

Looking for different opportunities in nursing.

[himilayaneyes]

don't slam the facility in your letter of resignation or mention anything about practices unless they ask you for details when you speak with your director. easier to say you've found a better position elsewhere. good luck.

[MInurse.st]

I usually just put "new position," if anything at all.