Not one but two job offers today!

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Ok so I'm very fortunate to have found work after passing my NCLEX and taking a few months off for myself. I've posted about a LTC job that I accepted and then turned down after red flags. I posted here about my current job. Today I was offered a job with the largest healthcare employer in the state in Med-Surg AND was offered a job at the VA hospital in my state. I feel quite blessed to have such a "problem" lol.

Im just finishing orientation for my current position as a rehab nurse. I'm starting to feel better about the job as I get better at managing things. I have a HUGE decision ahead of me. I need to let the big corporate hospital know my decision by noon tomorrow. Both offers will involve a considerable pay cut compared to what I make now, but I can foresee being stagnant with my current employer--I'd eventually need to leave to branch out (it's a small specialty hospital), whereas the other two hospitals would offer lots of room for growth. Guess I'll start a good old pros vs cons list. I hope to make the right decision.

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It sounds like you're quick to jump into things, especially life changing things. Maybe sit down and think about what's best for you and what makes the most sense right now?

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It sounds like you're quick to jump into things, especially life changing things. Maybe sit down and think about what's best for you and what makes the most sense right now?

I realized from my post it probably seems like I'm moving quickly but there's a lot more detail that I've posted in previous posts, that would've been too much to post again here. My current position is considered a pool position, so no benefits, but awesome pay. I could potentially keep my current job since it is pool, and if I go with the VA job, the hiring process can be as long as 1 year (!) so I'll at least be working and honing my skills during that time.

I'm not in need of benefits right now, but if I did, I'd take a huge cut where I work now to leave pool. Also since I know I'll be returning to school I'm looking at the tuition assistance whereas I have none now. So I'm trying hard to project ahead to which opportunity would be the best choice for my long-term career goals. Hopefully that makes a little more sense :-)), but I appreciate your advice to slow down and think through things, as that's certainly wise!

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I realized from my post it probably seems like I'm moving quickly but there's a lot more detail that I've posted in previous posts, that would've been too much to post again here. My current position is considered a pool position, so no benefits, but awesome pay. I could potentially keep my current job since it is pool, and if I go with the VA job, the hiring process can be as long as 1 year (!) so I'll at least be working and honing my skills during that time.

I'm not in need of benefits right now, but if I did, I'd take a huge cut where I work now to leave pool. Also since I know I'll be returning to school I'm looking at the tuition assistance whereas I have none now. So I'm trying hard to project ahead to which opportunity would be the best choice for my long-term career goals. Hopefully that makes a little more sense :-)), but I appreciate your advice to slow down and think through things, as that's certainly wise!

No problem. I don't know the pros and cons of each hospital but personally the VA one sounds more fulfilling. Just my two cents :) can you post the list once you come up with one?

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No problem. I don't know the pros and cons of each hospital but personally the VA one sounds more fulfilling. Just my two cents :) can you post the list once you come up with one?

Thanks...I think the list is too long lol, but the VA is definitely my choice. HOWEVER, things just got very interesting. I called the first hospital to decline and the recruiter told me they were very impressed and really wanted me there. I told her that I'd already accepted a position with the VA, but she offered another option since the VA's on-boarding process can take up to a year, to work with them until I'm completely on-boarded at the VA! I'm literally pinching myself: I'm an ASN new grad, and never in my wildest dreams imagined being in such an incredible position. The first hospital pretty much hires BSN only.

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All I can say is wow, just wow. Congratulations!

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All I can say is wow, just wow. Congratulations!

Thank you! I feel the same way :)

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Thanks...I think the list is too long lol, but the VA is definitely my choice. HOWEVER, things just got very interesting. I called the first hospital to decline and the recruiter told me they were very impressed and really wanted me there. I told her that I'd already accepted a position with the VA, but she offered another option since the VA's on-boarding process can take up to a year, to work with them until I'm completely on-boarded at the VA! I'm literally pinching myself: I'm an ASN new grad, and never in my wildest dreams imagined being in such an incredible position. The first hospital pretty much hires BSN only.

Oh wow! That's amazing :) good luck!!!

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@Mindofmidwifery Thank you!

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Thanks...I think the list is too long lol, but the VA is definitely my choice. HOWEVER, things just got very interesting. I called the first hospital to decline and the recruiter told me they were very impressed and really wanted me there. I told her that I'd already accepted a position with the VA, but she offered another option since the VA's on-boarding process can take up to a year, to work with them until I'm completely on-boarded at the VA! I'm literally pinching myself: I'm an ASN new grad, and never in my wildest dreams imagined being in such an incredible position. The first hospital pretty much hires BSN only.

i am an RN with BSN. may i know what hospital you are referring? :)

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i am an RN with BSN. may i know what hospital you are referring? :)

Sent you a PM ;)

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WOW, Congrats!! Stories like this remind me that although the job hunt can be heart wrenching, it can and will also work out! So happy for you. Do you have any insight or advice for a new grad on the job search? Any advice or tips on interviewing?

Thanks!

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