Hired But Not Working

[caliotter3]

I was wondering if anyone knew why or had any ideas about why employers would hire people when they don't have work for them? I was recently hired by two employers who have not had any work for me. Not even one day. I keep in touch with them, but they continue to tell me that they just don't have the work. Of course, common sense says they want a phone number to call when something comes up, but is there another incentive for them to do this? One of them paid me for a formal orientation. Any thoughts or ideas on this?

[Jules A, MSN]

I'm guessing these are perdiem jobs? At mine the newer people are often the last to get called. Don't be discouraged though because call-outs come in waves and I'd bet you will be asked to work more than you want to eventually. I turned down 3 shifts this week alone.

[rn2bnwi, BSN, RN]

yep...if its agency or per diem... your at the bottom of the pile. it takes a little networking but once you finally get some work it picks up fast. good luck

[dishes, BSN, RN]

Maybe your employers hired you now in preparation for H1N1 pandemic? I would imagine administrators need to plan for the worst case scenario, such as an influx of patients and sick staff.