LVN in ADN program seeking Job. Do I let employers know?

[inflightspanurse]

Hi there,

I am an LVN that hasn't practiced in over 5 years. I am currently a student in an ADN program and would like to work per diem or part time. Would it be disadvantageous to divulge to potential employers that I am in a nursing program since I won't be an LVN for much longer? Or would this be an asset seeing as how I have been able to review and acquire new current skills in addition to gaining more knowledge? I'd appreciate any advice you all could give me on this.

Thanks!:redbeathe

[pagandeva2000, LPN]

I think it would be an asset. Most employers like to hire people who are career-oriented. What may be the challenge, however is a conflict of work vs school hours. I would have an answer ready on how this can be managed, but otherwise, I really believe it would be a plus in your corner!

[JenRN2011]

When I was looking for a LVN job, my resume had that I was on the waitlist for the LVN to RN at the local college. I was getting inerviews but not getting the job. I went to one interview and was asked about the waitlist and was told that they would not hire me. When I asked why she said that she would put in the time and money to train me then I would leave when I got in school or when I became an RN. I could not disagree with her statement. I took it off my resume. I am working at a facility as a tratment nurse and I love it but I want to be a RN. My DON does know that I will go to school soon and she encourages me to contiue my education.

Just my two cents

Jenn

[inflightspanurse]

Thank you so much for responding.

Jenrog, that was what I was afraid of. I can totally understand that perspective. I'd be happy for someone that was advancing their education, but if I need an LVN then it wouldn't really help me if that person became an RN 9 months later. I'd still need an LVN and would have to go through the hiring/training process again.

Not sure how to handle it. I do need a job, but I don't want to be dishonest. Not sure how difficult it is to get hired as a re-entry candidate. Any ideas?

Thanks

[caliotter3]

I told a DON at my interview that I was in RN school and it helped me to get hired because she needed an extra RN on that shift. She was positive about adjusting for my school schedule if I needed it. However, later, a new nursing supervisor came on board who basically told me off when I asked to adjust my schedule for school, but everything was fine and dandy for the other nurse on my shift to adjust her schedule because she wanted to. I did not pursue the matter. I would not mention nursing school to keep from getting passed over for the reasons previously discussed. When you get your new license, they can find out about it when you bring it in to HR for them to make a copy of it. Either they will give you a raise in pay or you can start a new job search. But not until that time comes.