Changing jobs

[dekatn]

First let me say, I don't post very often, but I hang around alot and have a lot of respect for the opinions and ideas I get from the board. I guess what I'm looking for is support. I had to leave a position in LTC that I really liked due to insurance, the premiums were just more than I could afford. I took a new position at another LTC in August, working 11-7 with 4d on 2d off. Needless to say I have no life, my DH works days M-F. Friday, a DON from another facility left a message on my machine offering me a 7-3 position with every other weekend off. I did my interview yesterday and basically have the job. It bothers me that I've only been at my current position such a short time and am ready to turn in my resignation already. I realize I have to do what I think is best for me, but I hate to get a reputation for moving around so much. Just feeling kinda guilty because my current employer hired me when I really needed a job, even though it wasn't exactly what I wanted. I hate insurance companies!!! It's not fair that insurance has this much control over our lives!!! But, I gotta have it.

[sunnybrook83]

You have to do what is best for you. Go in, talk to the DON or HR at your current facility, give them the facts (better hours, an actual life with your spouse, etc...) and tell them that while you appreciate them hiring you, this position is too good for you to turn down. Who knows, maybe they'll offer you something better to keep you.

Good luck.

[Blackcat99]

:) Yes you did the best thing for you and your marriage. You have nothing to feel guilty about.

[mattsmom81]

I have had this kind of thing come up too and its hard...you don't want to burn bridges with your boss either and that is what happened to me. BUT I had to leave a job due to family issues...there is nothing we can do in some cases. You gotta look out for your family.

[dekatn]

Thanks for the support I really need it right now.

[hypnotic_nurse]

A lot of nurses move around until they find the right place. :) Having been in on some hiring decisions, it really doesn't seem to make that much of a difference.

[CapeCodMermaid, RN]

Sometimes you 'fit" at one place better than another or what they have to offer fits you and your life better. Don't feel guilty for doing what's right for you. Give a reasonable notice and leave on good terms.

[xmaxiex]

I too am having a similar guilt attack. I begged for months and months to get put ft days .I finally did. In the last month though I found out I am pregnant (and not by test , by spending all day upchucking ) .It is killing me now to do fulltime . I fear I may have to cut back eventually and feel so guilty .