Need some advice/opinions please!!

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I just started a position in the OR of a large hospital the beginning of Dec. I recently found out that my hubby and I will be relocating over the summer. Next week begins a new schedule in which I am full-time. I will need to go PT or maybe even PRN as of next schedule. My question is when should I talk to manager about making this change. It has to be done since I have so much going on as of May/June. I know how long it takes to train OR nurses and also know there are others planning on being out around that time. I just don't want to be put on next schedule FT and have them scramble. Please help - I feel so awful and stressed while at work because I feel like I am hiding stuff!

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Just let them know ASAP. Nothing can be gained by putting it off.

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Specializes in OR Hearts 10.

Are you already experienced or are you still in a very basic orientation? So what I'm asking is are you running a room on your own?

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I am quite experienced - they gave me a few weeks orientation basically so I could understand the different equipment, where stuff is and to get to know some of the many docs. I have worked in the OR for sometime - just at a much smaller facility. I have been in my own room pretty much since the 2nd month there. I think that after some opinions - I may just wait and give notice and see what transpires at that time. I am thinking they may work with me to get some of my shifts covered. They are bringing more people on board soon anyway.

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Specializes in ICU, Trauma, CCT,Emergency, Flight, OR Nursing.

Its most professional and courteous to let your manager know that there has been a change in your family's plans (husbands job move) and that it will affect your employment. Most managers just prefer early notice and honesty up front.

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