Looking for help with my job situation

[metallaces]

First of all, I'm new to this website, so I would just like to say hello to everyone

A little bit of background about my situation.. I'm in nursing school, and for my summer job I work as a unit aide. It's a casual relief position, so last month I got a second job as a home care CCA to fill in the gaps. I've learned that home care is simply too difficult for me right now. I don't have a drivers license, and my company that I work for is sending me on hour long bus rides for a one hour shift! It's ridiculous and I'm exhausted, but I LOVE the clients that I work for.

I have an interview next week with a company thats kind of a temp agency for the hospitals. It would mostly be on call, which is unreliable, but I'm within walking distance of the hospitals in my city and it would be 8 hour shifts.

I guess I'm just looking for some opinions from everyone. Should I stick with a job that is difficult for me, but has guaranteed weekly shifts... or should I take the less reliable job that I wouldn't have to travel far for?

Thanks everyone :)

[Marisette, BSN, RN]

Hi. Welcome to this nursing site. Personally, I hate commuting, especially if it involves public transportation. If I had to choose, I would go with the nearest employer with unreliable hours, If I could afford it. I would gamble on the possibility that the nearby position would provide more hours in the long run. However, realistically, if you can't live without the income, it's best not to gamble. It sounds like employment prospects in your area are limited, pending your completion of school. Good luck.