I am writing this post so I can get some insights and advice. I worked at a big city hospital if not the biggest hospital in my state. I was into an RN residency program which I signed a contract for 2 years. After about 11 months, I broke the contract due to long commute and some health issues. They held my last wages and my PTO money as a consequence. I agreed to fulfill my responsibilities since I was into an agreement.
However before I resigned, my unit manager worked with me by giving me part-time to accommodate my situation since I had a medical letter on file. With the part-time, I also worked as a PH nurse in a county health dpt near home. I was doing 2 jobs working 7 days a week. It was really exhausting and strenuous on my body. So I quit the hospital job. Now a month later, I am having so much regrets for making that decision although it was the best one for my health at that time.
Now I am thinking of going back to the hospital to a different unit that I shadowed before. I'm not excited about STDs, immunization, and the pay is very low at my current job. My issue now is this: is it a good idea to go back to this hospital? It'll be easier to get my feet back in a hospital setting again since I already know the environment and the people. Already been to several career fairs and realized that I am not getting any job offers. I guess it's because I just left a hospital and my resume doesn't look attractive. One interviewer asked me why don't I go back to that hospital. Any insights or advice will be appreciated. thanks
Legally "eligible for rehire" is VERY different from "we'd love to take you back if you ever want to do so." Eligible for rehire simply means you didn't get fired, didn't have a lawsuit against you, etc. It does NOT mean that they necessarily WANT you back or WILL hire you back.
If you were so miserable there, why even consider going back? If you couldn't tolerate it before, what makes you think it'll be different this time? In my own experience going back to old jobs, we tend to burn out even faster the second time around.
If acute care experience is what you seek, are there other hospitals in the area?
Agreed. Yes I have hospitals in my area. I will start the search when I am ready to do so.
And you have further proven to them that they are right to not trust newer nurses.
I agree with the RunBaby; just because HR told you you are "eligible for rehire" doesn't mean that they would be willing to hire you back (or even that they are telling you the truth about that). I would be v. surprised if you could get a good reference from them, let alone be hired there again.
I left with a medical letter on file from my physician. A medical clearance letter will be needed before I even consider going back. I've got my mind made up not to go back now...just wanted some insights from others on this forum.
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Thanks for replying...@ elkpak, I accepted the full time position because it is near home and way of an easy/lay back job. I was not a new grad when I accepted that position in the hospital. I already had a year of experience. This hospital puts everyone with less than 2 years of experience in a contract since there is a high turnover rate. I am considering sticking to the public health job.
@ RunBabyRN And yes I am eligible for rehire. I already checked with HR. I just don't think the time is appropriate to go back now.
At one year, you're still a new grad. One year of experience really isn't enough to be competent -- not even barely competent. So you were still inexperienced when you accepted the hospital job and signed the contract. And I guess you proved the hospital right in requiring nurses with less than two years of experience to sign a contract.
"Eligible for rehire" doesn't mean that they'll actually be rehiring you. Why would anyone want to? You ditched a good job with a manager who was willing to work with you and your issues after she allowed you to reduce to part time. You took another full time job and then quit your job because so much work was too much stress. You broke your contract when you went part time, and your manager was still willing to work with you then. I doubt she will be now -- and she's probably told the other managers in that hospital about your lack of character and perseverance. So why would any of them want to hire you? Stick with the job you have now, and stay for at least two years. Then think about looking for hospital work -- but this time make sure you can live with the job you take because quitting again is going to look really bad on your resume.
At one year, you're still a new grad. One year of experience really isn't enough to be competent -- not even barely competent. So you were still inexperienced when you accepted the hospital job and signed the contract. And I guess you proved the hospital right in requiring nurses with less than two years of experience to sign a contract.
"Eligible for rehire" doesn't mean that they'll actually be rehiring you. Why would anyone want to? You ditched a good job with a manager who was willing to work with you and your issues after she allowed you to reduce to part time. You took another full time job and then quit your job because so much work was too much stress. You broke your contract when you went part time, and your manager was still willing to work with you then. I doubt she will be now -- and she's probably told the other managers in that hospital about your lack of character and perseverance. So why would any of them want to hire you? Stick with the job you have now, and stay for at least two years. Then think about looking for hospital work -- but this time make sure you can live with the job you take because quitting again is going to look really bad on your resume.
That's a lot of speculations and assumptions you are making. I did not write this post so I could get a lecture on ethics and my moral character. I fulfill my responsibility by paying them back the money I owed for breaking the contract early. Breaking a contract does not mean that one no longer upholds his/her moral and ethical values. You do not know me nor have an idea about my entire situation. I made a decision that was better for my health, my family, and my 18-month old daughter. I have seen many of the older nurses with years of experience but who are really bitter and nasty to one another due to the work conditions and high stress level of bedside nursing. I will not let the nursing profession do that to me. I will probably fall back on my first degree and go teach again or go back for my masters.
My previous manager did know I left the job for another position closer to home, which was a better option for me with the long commute and health issues. I had a good time with my co-workers on my last day. I had a pleasant conversation with my previous manager the last day I saw her and she hated the fact that I had to leave. Why would she go and tell all the other managers of this hospital about my character? As a matter of fact, another unit manager called me not too long after I quit for an interview since she knew I was interested on her unit. So please...
A job is a resource but God is my source. This is not a desperate situation at all. The best is yet to come!!!
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Agreed. Yes I have hospitals in my area. I will start the search when I am ready to do so.