Best Way to Let Management I'm Going PRN?

[granimals]

After some thought, I've decided to transfer to another hospital. (I have already been hired and start in 3 weeks). I do however love the hospital I am currently employed at and I don't want to leave completely. I've decided to go PRN. I honestly wouldn't mind working a few shifts or hours here and there, but I don't think FT is in my best interest.

What is the best way/easiest way to let management know I want to continue to work there, but as PRN instead of FT? For some reason I'm dreading letting them know my plans. My current employer has been amazing to me and I hate to disappoint.

Has anyone ever had this discussion? Should I talk to HR first?

[mmc51264, BSN, MSN, RN]

If you are starting new job in 3 weeks and you have not given notice, you may want to check policy. Many places require 30 day notice for resignation otherwise you will be "ineligible for rehire" and you WON'T be able to work PRN. This happened to me. I thought I only had to give 2 weeks and had already committed to a new position. I wanted to stay on as casual/PRN at old job. 1) I had to fit in enough shifts while orienting at new job to fulfill my 30 days of shifts to resign in good standing and 2) my old boss would have loved to have me stay prn, but there wasn't a position in the budget. Like another poster said, they have to create a position, post it and interview candidates even though they have every intention of hiring you.

I hope it works out for you!! Good Luck

[naptimeRN]

I left a hospital for a job at a different hospital and asked to stay PRN. They have no problem letting nurses stay on per diem (saves them the trouble of hiring and training PRNS). The new job ended up not working out (grass isn't always greener) and I asked for my old position back. It had not been filled and I was given it back on the spot. It's best to stay on good terms. I imagine many hospitals are not as laid back in terms of allowing staff to change positions (like part time to pen), but it's worth a try!