potential job conflict

[lifelong]

OK, I am going to vent here. I have been working on securing a position with a hospitalist group after graduation. The response has been favorable and they are currently looking at the feasibility of adding another practitioner within their group (they already have one). I did my clinicals with the group and had an absolute blast! Learned tons and the folks were so kind in letting me make mistakes and learn. It was great. Well my program director wants me to give the job information to her so she can pass it to one of her "good friends". Somehow, this doesn't sit well with me. She is hounding me to give the information to her. I keep trying to avoid her emails and have said I am uncomfortable giving the information knowing I would be handing my competition information. Any thoughts?

[zahryia, LPN]

Thanks David,

It's hard to stay objective when you're the one in the fire. I have class today and will see how that goes. I appreciate all the comments and support.

Tracey

Wow, this program director is a trip. Don't give her the information! If she sees you in person, let her know that the position is not publicly posted, and you don't feel comfortable giving out the information because A) you are going for it and B) you don't feel comfortable giving out contact information for a job opportunity that's not publicly posted.

Shoot, if you have to, LIE and say they're not accepting anymore applicants. Do anything but give out the information. Forget the 'team player' crap. In this situation, it doesn't apply. Every woman for herself.

As long as you remain professional and cordial, you should be fine. Good luck!

[Smark35]

Just another thought.... If you're really concerned about the fallout from being direct, lie. Act a little disappointed, and say that when you asked about the information again, they informed you that due to budgetary constraints, they would not be adding any new staff at this time. You can add that they kept your name and will contact you if anything opens up. That way, you can pursue the job, and when ( if ) you ever see her again outside of school- you're covered.

I think being direct is usually the best way, but there are circumstances where people who react in a passive aggressive way can undermine you if they have a position of authority over you. So, use your judgment in this. Good luck! Shannon