I need a good excuse to quit LTC job

[noclpn]

I have decided to leave my LTC. I really feel like the working conditions there are putting my lic. at risk. The only thing is I have limited nursing experience, and I want them as a reference. I guess what I'm asking is, what is the best excuse for quiting a job on short notice without offending the DON. The other nursing staff will understand, everyone talks about leaving all the time. Any suggestions are welcomed. I have never quit a job before just because it is so terrible there. Thanks!!!!

[Cute_CNA, CNA]

I finally did it! I quit! I feel alot better. Now I have no idea what to do! I'm thinking about leaving nursing for awhile, so I can spend more time at home with my family. Thank you for all your advice. By the way, the DON was super nice and I am still rehireable. (even without the proper notice)

Oooh. I would have put in notice.

this is what I would have done:

1. Explain to the DON that I would like to acquire new kinds of experience elsewhere, and get a letter of reference. Give at least a few weeks notice about leaving.

2. Use the letter of reference to get a new job.

3. Go back to your place of work, and show that you've gotten another job. If things go quickly, tell them that you'll finish up the amount of notice you gave, and then leave for your new job.