How do I tell the nurse recruiter I already took a position

[lnt3]

First I just want to make it clear that in no way am I bragging in this post because I've seen so many posts on here about new grads that are struggling to get a job and my heart goes out to everyone in that position. :redbeathe

I just graduated Dec. 19th with my BSN and relocated to a new area after graduation. I had been in contact with several nurse recruiters for months and shadowed at two hospitals here in August to at least get my name and face out there. I interviewed at one of the hospitals last week and was offered a position there yesterday! :yeah:Of course I took it and am thrilled to begin in February.

The other hospital had stated that they weren't interested in interviewing until I passed the NCLEX. However, the nurse recruiter (extremely nice) has been in contact with me since and has recently been asking if I received my ATT and scheduled a testing date.

My question is what is the best way of telling the nurse recruiter that I have accepted another position without offending her? I might be taking this too personally but she has been extremely helpful through this process and I don't want hard feelings to arise because of this.

Thanks!

[vincejojo]

I think you should call her or send an email. Thank her for considering your application and let her know your truly appreciate her kindness. however, you have decided to accept another job offer. You hope she will consider you for a position in the future if you decide to apply with them again.

[Abishag]

You may want to say something along the lines of, "Thank you so much for all the help you have provided me in the past. I did recently receive a job offer and I would like to withdraw my application at this time to give other new grads the same opportunity you gave me."

You definitely don't want to drag her along because she is working hard to get you interviews most likely. On the other hand, are you certain the job you received the offer from is stable or better than what she could offer? I have seen job offers be rescinded prior to the start date but usually from smaller hospitals or facilities. Just something to consider.

[Meriwhen, ASN, BSN, MSN, RN]

If possible, I say wait until you've started the new job (just in case it's rescinded, but if she keeps calling you with interviews you may need to do it earlier), then talk to the recruiter.

I also say you should warmly thank her for help but not string her along. Don't worry too much about how she'll take it: you're probably not going to be putting her in a difficult spot because she certainly isn't going to lack for other applicants--it's not like you're the only GN in town

And it's important to end things between you on a good note because you never know...you may end up applying at her hospital again.

[lnt3]

Thank you for all of your helpful responses!