I'm one of them that was lucky enough to be hired into a New RN Grad Program two months ago. But the problem is that the hospital is 30 plus miles away from my house. I noticed that some local hospitals close to my house are now taking applications for their New Grad Programs. Would it be appropriate to apply to another New Grad Program when I'm already in one? And do I have to let them know that I'm currently in a New Grad Program? I would greatly appreciate any advice.
If I were you, I'd definitely try my best to stick it out with the hospital you have already been accepted to. After a year, you can always look elsewhere...
The way the job market is now, if you are able to stay at the first place I would do it. There is a lot of competition for jobs now, even from experienced staff who were flex and now want reg PT or FT positions. A year from now you if you tough it out and want to switch, it is best to make yourself look as good as you possibly can. Remember in this economy, a facility may look at how much it costs to orient a person and how likely he/she is to stay as a factor in hiring. Job hoppers do cost hospitals and other facilities a lot of money. If you cannot stand it you will have to try for the closer hospital. I hate busy beltway driving here in the East. I can imagine LA is much worse. Whatever you do, best of luck.
Tina, RN
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If I were you, I'd definitely try my best to stick it out with the hospital you have already been accepted to. After a year, you can always look elsewhere...
Best wishes!