Advise

Published

Hi,

I could really use some honest advise.

I've been working on inpatient pysch unit for the last few months part time 8 hr midnight shifts, which is good no issue and Im comfortable there. However I need FT.

I recently was offered a FT med surg job nice large hosptial. Better pay, closer to home, FT etc.

Since I don't know if psych is something I want to do long term should I take the med surg job? Won't med surg open more doors for me???

Any suggestions/advise would be great. Thanks!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

M/S will give you a broader clinical experience. If it is better for you hours/proximity to your home, and you are not sure that psych is what you would like to do long term, why not?

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Med/Surg, LTACH, LTC, Home Health.
Hi,

I could really use some honest advise.

I've been working on inpatient pysch unit for the last few months part time 8 hr midnight shifts, which is good no issue and Im comfortable there. However I need FT.

I recently was offered a FT med surg job nice large hosptial. Better pay, closer to home, FT etc.

Since I don't know if psych is something I want to do long term should I take the med surg job? Won't med surg open more doors for me???

Any suggestions/advise would be great. Thanks!

You just answered your own question. CONGRATULATIONS and good luck!!!!!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

The MS position is closer to my house, more $, better hours, and it's FT. MS just makes me nervous.

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Thank you! I just keep talking myself out it off it :)

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

If you're not sure about psych for the long haul and you have an opportunity to try something else...go try it! :) It will definitely expand your skills, and you can always go back to psych if you find that med/surg isn't your cup of tea.

Congratulations!

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion