HCA STARN absence policy

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I would like to apply for the Starn program, but the program end in May. 6 weeks classroom and 7 weeks floor orientation. MY sister will get married in April and I would love to attend her wedding ooverseas. I am afraid to asked the recruiter a questions since she might removed me from the list of potential candidates. I was wondering if anyone have any experience about taking a week or two break while doing the Starn training program. Thanks

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Specializes in M/S, LTC, Corrections, PDN & drug rehab.

It would be best to call the facility & ask. It sounds like you are a new grad, if you are I doubt the facility will be cool with you missing a week or two. Especially if this is your first nursing position.

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I'm in a similar boat. I'm scheduled to interview for a position in the StaRN program which overlaps with my own wedding and honeymoon. My fiancé and I decided that if I am offered the job then we would reschedule our honeymoon (thank god we're able to do that) and go after the program ends.

I agree that you should talk with the recruiter at your hospital about your situation, but I'd be prepared to choose between your sisters wedding and getting into the program :(

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