New job seems sketchy

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So, I could use some advice. I've been looking for a job for a few months and finally found one that works for me, and I think I would like. I was supposed to meet with the director of nursing, but couldn't meet them because they had a meeting. During my interview, the person interviewing me asked me why I didn't want to work full time. When I explained I was a bible teacher, their reaction made me slightly uncomfortable. However, they decided to move forward with the hiring process. I have all my paperwork, and the DON called me and said he would text me the info for where to report on my first day. This was 2 days ago and i haven't gotten a text yet. Also, he had a strange reaction when I told him the availability I was hired with. I reached out via text, as he asked me to. But it's been 24 hours with no response. What should I do?

Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.

Yeah I just reread it, my bad. Well now I got called for an interview for another place so I have no clue what to do

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Specializes in Critical care.
Yeah I just reread it, my bad. Well now I got called for an interview for another place so I have no clue what to do

Go on the interview!

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Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.

Should I tell them about me starting the other job? What if they ask when I'm available?

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One time a new employer supervisor told me to tell my other employer when I am available and not available. She said you do not have to tell them WHY you are available or not available.

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Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.

I meant available to start work. The schedules of both jobs are conflicting with each other, so I'd have to pick one. Job A I start on Tuesday, and job B I interview with on Monday. The have equivalent pros & cons, so I just don't know. I'm trying to think of which area would allow me to gain more experience: inpatient or clinic?

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Specializes in Occ. Hlth, Education, ICU, Med-Surg.

hedge your bet and go on the interview

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Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.

Yes, I'm going to go and see what kind of vibe I get, and what works best with my schedule. Thanks for your help guys!

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Specializes in Med-Tele; ED; ICU.
She asked why I didn't want to work FT, I said I had another job, which prevented me from working FT at this one. She asked what it was and I told her that I was a bible teacher. What else was I supposed to say?

"I've got a part-time educational gig that I really enjoy so I'm planning to keep doing that for awhile."

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Id take the interview. Even if the 1st place is hiring you, maybe you might end up liking this other place more.

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Specializes in LTC and Pediatrics.

I recently was accepted for a position at one facility, but my background check took over a week to be returned. During this time, I interviewed at another facility. This second interview showed my that the first one was the right one to go with. So, when the background check came back, I started orientation and work at the first place.

What I am saying, is that the second interview can give you some insight as to which way to go.

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Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.
"I've got a part-time educational gig that I really enjoy so I'm planning to keep doing that for awhile."

Ok so good! Def gonna say that now!

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Specializes in Corrections, Outpatient Surgery.

Thanks!

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