Please help answer a couple questions :)

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I am on a med/surg floor applying for a school nurse position (which I have an interview for). I am bringing in a printed out application, because I got the interview by calling to see if there were any openings.

Anyway, what would you put for the reason you are leaving the current position held? I thought I would be honest and brief, stating I've always wanted a position as a school nurse, love for children, and to be more available with for my children. I don't really know how to put it. I've only been a nurse at this hospital for 4 months... so I don't want to appear flaky, but i just don't like med-surg at all :(

Also, they always ask if they can contact your current employer. What do you put? I want to put NO because they don't know I'm looking elsewhere, and I don't want to cause trouble especially if I don't get the job. What would you do? Thanks!!!

Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.
Thanks for the advice!!! I will definitely listen to everyone about not mentioning my kids!

I decided to check the no box after all... I'll just explain to them briefly why I checked no. There was a section that specifically asked if I was currently employed, my employer info, and that question. But I do have my previous jobs and 3 references on there. I also am bringing my reference sheet.. it has 5 people listed on there. That should be plenty.

Good luck! Everypone else has said it all....

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