How much notice?

[erin01]

So I just returned from maternity and went back as perdiem nights. It's not gonna work, I asked about days n nogo for now. How much notice do I have to give? I am having trouble getting child care for nights.

[netglow, ASN, RN]

You know you gotta offer 2 weeks. If they move someone in your slot sooner, then great! I know it sucks cause all you want now is to end it fast. You can't.

[brownbook]

Depends on your policy or union? I had a very experienced ER nurse walk into my office, hand me a copy of our hospital policy, and say "Today is my last day." I can't remember the wording of our policy, but it was clear she was completely in her legal rights to quit with no notice. Common sense and common courtesy seems to be a two week rule.

[bluefabian]

I think I have once served a 3 months notice.

Which is a looooooooooooong time. A lot could have happened. I could have changed my mind, but I stick with it in the end.

I am happy that you make it in consideration of your child. It's the greatest sacrifice but a good one.

I know you'll be back soon.

[vamedic4, EMT-P]

So sorry to hear of your troubles, erin01...I'm sure it's difficult coming back from leave and feeling the way you do. Two weeks notice should be all that you need to give. Best of luck to you with your new bundle of joy!!:)

[mvg rn]

I am pretty sure even in healthcare it is standard to give two weeks, but your manager can let you go sooner if she/he wants once you turn in your two week notice. I would check your hospital policy first.

[DCtraumarn]

Check your policy but two weeks is pretty standard.

[pinkpig]

the per diem nurses I work with cancel all the time... not the nicest thing. But if you're working per diem I think a week is enough time to cancel.

[caliotter3]

Two weeks is the standard. I provided two weeks notice one time and never made it to the work floor. The manager took me to his office and spent about 10 minutes getting rid of me paperwork wise, then I was escorted to the door. Maybe this will be your experience.

[GM2RN]

Even if policy states you have the right to quit with no notice, a minimum of two weeks is still the professional thing to do if at all possible, and will give you the best chance of returning when you have your child care sorted out.

[tyvin, BSN, RN]

4 weeks is the standard set for a professioanl nurse as dictated by the ANA. Always check your union contract or hospital policy as well.

[erin01]

I read in my handbook just now that it must equal the amount of vacation u qualify for. I would be 4 weeks, I don't think I can do that... What are my rights?