Do Not Hire

[David Offenbaker]

Hi everyone!

I have been an LVN for 2 1/2 months, and for those 2 months I worked at a large hospital system here in San Antonio, Texas.

I got a job offer from another facility, closer to home, with better pay. I called my facility director to set up a time talk to her her. For two days I couldn't get a hold of her, and eventually I left her a message stating that I had found another job, and I wanted to come in and talk to her about my options, and plead for her to call me ASAP because I was due to come in for work a few days from then.

The next morning, while I was in the shower, she called and left me a nasty message stating that I was put on the "Do Not Hire" list for all 5 hospitals within the hospital system.I was shocked! I at no time quit over the phone, simply stated that I needed to get in touch with her and set a meeting in person.

I am really worried that when I become an RN that not being able to work at these hospitals will really put a damper on my job hopes. Although there are numerous hospital system here in San Antonio, I'm just worried that I'm screwed.

I have written a letter to the hospital HR representative, and am hoping for the best, as eventually when I specialize I would like to return. I'm thinking though that since the director has been there for many years that they will side with her and keep me on the "Do Not Hire" list.

Give me some info. Has this ever happened to you? Was this wrong of her to do? ?

Dave in San Antonio

[caliotter3]

Well, it has been three years since the OP. Wonder if Dave ever tried to get back with that hospital group and what happened.

[heartbrokenRN]

I am so sorry this has happened to you! How is it possible that hospitals have a "Do not hire" list?! This definitely sounds like something that needs some legal action.

[littleneoRN]

I know the OP's situation is old, but here's something to know if you're a newer RN or LPN reading this. If you leave a position after a short period of time (which I would personally define as a year or less) and/or leave without a minimum of 2 weeks notice, you should expect to be on that facility or system's Do Not Rehire list. (Yes this is legit and legal.) It's kind of common sense. It costs a typical hospital $50,000-$80,000 to find, hire, and orient a nurse without prior experience. If he or she doesn't stick around long, this is a big money loser. Obviously, there are legitimate reasons for leaving after a short time, but don't expect that facility to take a chance on you again. Think carefully before leaving a job after a short time, and then do so only if truly feel this is the best decision for you. I hope that the OP made the best decision for him and that all has worked out ok.