Is it wrong to leave a job during orientation?

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This question is solely based a dicussion at work.

A recent hired decided to part ways after about 8 days of training orientation usually last about 30 days or more depending on how long the person needs. Many of the staff members were upset and began to ridicule this nurse because of it.

In my opinion I think the orientation phase of the job is for either party (the job or the worker) to see if the job is a good fit. After all you won't know what kind of job it is unless you try. A co-worker of mine mentioned that every time he trains someone they run out the door and never come back LOL

Do you think it is wrong for a person to leave during orientation ? Share your opinion down below?

My current job is a LTC facility many of our patients take psychiatric medications and have behaviors (fighting, biting, scratching etc).

There is no loyalty at jobs any more especially on employer side!!! So no, if it doesn't fit then you quit!

26 minutes ago, Tammy Purdie said:

There is no loyalty at jobs any more especially on employer side!!! So no, if it doesn't fit then you quit!

Agreed. As far as waiting until you get another job: It depends where you live and what's available. That might take more than the time for orientation.

Specializes in CCRN, Geriatrics.
8 hours ago, Imustbedreaming said:

How do you place this scenario on your resume and application?

Good question. I think it all depends on your length of stay at that job. If you only worked for 2 weeks it might not be the best idea to list it.

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