3 Job offers- who should I choose?

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Hi I have 3 jobs offers and I'm not too sure which one to choose. Each job has its pros and cons so please help me decide. Just alittle about me I am new to the San Diego area. I am a military spouse with a three year old son. My husbands schedule is pretty hectic so its like Im a single parent 75% of the time. I was recently a LPN but went back for my RN and this will be my 1st job as an RN out of school.

1st job- Pros: Will offer me what I want an hour. Will offer me day shift. Position RN Charge. Weekends rotating. Cons: I didn't get this offer to begin with, I actually turned down the job because the DON wanted to put me on 3-11 but I guess day shift " magically" opened up. So I'm a little hesitant to accept. Plus communication can be off at times between staff that I've noticed from my interviews.

2nd job- Pros: Will offer me what I want an hour. Will offer day shift. Position RN Charge.

Work every weekend for 2 months. Cons: Working every weekend for 2 months then not knowing if that'll change. I told them I'm opened to rotating weekends but due to short staffing they are in need of a RN charge on the weekends. I would use that time to train for RN charge position on the weekdays but this position will be short lived because I'll be filling in for a nurse going on maternity leave. After she returns my schedule is suppose to still be days but I don't have to be weekend charge anymore. The interviewer said that she is sure more shifts will open up for me in the day by that time.

3rd job- Pros: Will offer day shift. Position MDS. Off every weekend. Can advance in company within 2 years. Cons: Not offered what I was asked for an hour ( $6 less)

Im on a time crunch. So please tell me your input. Thanks!

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Is number one and number two in LTC?

Please expound on the MDS position.

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...I actually turned downed the job because the DON wanted to put me on 3-11 but I guess day shift " magically" opened up...

How often do such day shifts "magically" become available? Such may occur because those who worked those shifts became tired of the rat race (i.e., all the meetings and administrative folks being in the way).

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yes all the jobs are in LTC. As far as the MDS position I would do MDS assessments, care plans, and be trained in ICD 10 codes from my understanding when I asked the DSD.

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How often do such day shifts "magically" become available? Such may occur because those who worked those shifts became tired of the rat race (i.e., all the meetings and administrative folks being in the way).

I really wish I could answer how often but I don't know myself. But what I can tell you is that I turned the position down on Monday and was called this morning about the sudden opening in the day time.

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Is number one and number two in LTC?

Please expound on the MDS position.

yes all the jobs are in LTC. As far as the MDS position I would do MDS assessments, care plans, and be trained in ICD 10 codes from my understanding when I asked the DSD.

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I would choose Job #1 for the following reasons:

1) I would get the pay I want for the job.

2) Charge RN position will open more career opportunities in the future.

3) I don't really know what MDS mean but from what you've explained, I don't really want to deal with just ICD and care plans all day.

4) I love the 3-11 shift (less busy, less admin people, less work, etc). But i'm sure that will be hard for someone with a child. But you have a day shift position offered so it worked out for your benefit.

5) Did I mention I am getting the pay rate I want?

6) The day position opening up is not really magical. It happens all the time. LTAC is very busy during 7-3 shift and lots of nurses may want to take the 3-11 rather than the other shift (like me or someone else who is tired, sick from waking up every morning, pregnant, etc. --- point is who knows?) They called you right away because they probably didn't want to waste time looking for someone else when they thought you might want the shift.

7) Weekends rotate, no buts and ifs ;-)

Good luck with making the best decision! Make sure you are basing it on your needs and wants.

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I would choose Job #1 for the following reasons:

1) I would get the pay I want for the job.

2) Charge RN position will open more career opportunities in the future.

3) I don't really know what MDS mean but from what you've explained, I don't really want to deal with just ICD and care plans all day.

4) I love the 3-11 shift (less busy, less admin people, less work, etc). But i'm sure that will be hard for someone with a child. But you have a day shift position offered so it worked out for your benefit.

5) Did I mention I am getting the pay rate I want?

6) The day position opening up is not really magical. It happens all the time. LTAC is very busy during 7-3 shift and lots of nurses may want to take the 3-11 rather than the other shift (like me or someone else who is tired, sick from waking up every morning, pregnant, etc. --- point is who knows?) They called you right away because they probably didn't want to waste time looking for someone else when they thought you might want the shift.

7) Weekends rotate, no buts and ifs ;-)

Good luck with making the best decision! Make sure you are basing it on your needs and wants.

You're absolutely right! Thanks for your advice :)

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Compare and contrast a day in LTC and one in an MDS position.

The LTC is back breaking. The MDS will open MANY doors for you ,using you brain, not your back.

$6 less per hour is worth that investment.

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I would choose Job #1 for the following reasons:

1) I would get the pay I want for the job.

2) Charge RN position will open more career opportunities in the future.

3) I don't really know what MDS mean but from what you've explained, I don't really want to deal with just ICD and care plans all day.

4) I love the 3-11 shift (less busy, less admin people, less work, etc). But i'm sure that will be hard for someone with a child. But you have a day shift position offered so it worked out for your benefit.

5) Did I mention I am getting the pay rate I want?

6) The day position opening up is not really magical. It happens all the time. LTAC is very busy during 7-3 shift and lots of nurses may want to take the 3-11 rather than the other shift (like me or someone else who is tired, sick from waking up every morning, pregnant, etc. --- point is who knows?) They called you right away because they probably didn't want to waste time looking for someone else when they thought you might want the shift.

7) Weekends rotate, no buts and ifs ;-)

Good luck with making the best decision! Make sure you are basing it on your needs and wants.

" I don't really know what MDS mean but from what you've explained, I don't really want to deal with just ICD and care plans all day."

You are NOT a family nurse practitioner, or you would know what MDS means. It's better to use your BRAIN than your BRAWN. Bedside in an LTC is just plain nuts.. if one has an option.

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" I don't really know what MDS mean but from what you've explained, I don't really want to deal with just ICD and care plans all day."

You are NOT a family nurse practitioner, or you would know what MDS means. It's better to use your BRAIN than your BRAWN. Bedside in an LTC is just plain nuts.. if one has an option.

Wow, thanks for the wonderful comment! Although the comment was not really necessary. Did it make you feel better to say it? Well, I'm glad I made someone happy.

If I was interested in knowing what MDS mean, I will look it up. But apparently, i was not interested in the "MDS job" that I didn't bother.

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Wow, thanks for the wonderful comment! Although the comment was not really necessary. Did it make you feel better to say it? Well, I'm glad I made someone happy.

If I was interested in knowing what MDS mean, I will look it up. But apparently, i was not interested in the "MDS job" that I didn't bother.

MDS coordinators are nurses who are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of patient charts. They review charts for correct coding and make sure that data is transmitted to hospitals and other medical providers in a timely manner.

FNP's know this, you're welcome.

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