What would YOU Do?

[mh3136]

Hey all,

I need some career advice. I have recently accepted a position at a hospital but I have not started on the unit yet, just completed general and nursing orientation. HOWEVER, I have received another job offer from another hospital in the area that includes a little more money and a nice sign on bonus! The positions are on the same type of unit. Should I jump ship to take the 2nd offer and money or stay where I am at???? Thanks

[SICU Queen]

If you're sure you want the second job, then go for it. I'd make it a point to tour that unit and speak with some of the nurses first, though. Sign-on bonuses CAN be an indicator of problems, but not always.

One is never "stuck" when it comes to jobs in nursing! Just be sure to be as professional as you can be about it, and it wouldn't hurt to see if the first job would be willing to pony up the $$ to match in order to keep you.

[NurseCherlove]

When you're tempted to kick yourself, consider that you may actually be in the better place. Sometimes more money + sign-on bonus = bad working conditions (they have to pay more to get people).

Exactly what I was thinking!