meganec17

Hi, I have not declined the offer, but likely will tomorrow. I just don't see myself being fulfilled and happy going to work everyday. Like, I don't feel like I am doing worthwhile work putting my degree to it's full potential. I want to like it, but I don't think it's where I want to start as a new grad ultimately. Definitely want to find a job sooner rather than later and have taken a long time to consider offers, I just can't commit to something that doesn't feel right. Thanks for your reply!

Hi, I guess it's not so much as a question but more so wanting to hash it out. I feel guilty turning it down because I know as a new grad, I should feel fortunate that I was offered a job in general, let alone one with a nice schedule. I get what you're saying though and that does make sense. Thank you!

Hello, I graduated last month and passed the NCLEX a few weeks ago. You may remember that I posted a question regarding a job offer I received -- they offered me a per diem position with no benefits and no incentive for being per diem. I declined the offer. More recently, I interviewed and was offered a position at an outpatient interventional pain clinic, so mostly steroid injections. It is a small, independent physician owned practice. I would cover pre-op and PACU (but nothing is critical). The schedule is great and pay is decent, however I am not convinced it's the best place for a new grad to start. I feel unfilled, like that wasn't the reason I got into nursing. It's just a lot of IV insertions in pre-op, then the patient's come out to the PACU awake. Only one bed. Should I feel guilty about not wanting it? Thank you. Edit: worth mentioning that I do not currently have any other offers, though I do have some applications out. I am lucky to not being in dire need for a job, though I would like one of course.

Hi - some of you may have read my latest post. I'd not, here it is: https://allnurses.com/first-year-after/new-grad-per-1162377-page4. Basically, I was offered a position as a new grad per diem, no guaranteed hours, no benefits, and no pay differential. Based on the responses and my own feelings, I decided to decline the offer. I left a message with HR regarding my decision. A few hours later, I got a call back offering me a 32 hour/week, "full time" position (they define FT as >30 hours/week) I'm thankful for the offer, but it seems little fishy to me. They just hired 12 additional new grads on to the unit. I am not a huge fan of the hospital or speciality (though I can't be that picky as a new grad). Haven't heard awesome things about the unit... I have a few other applications being actively reviewed at different facilities. I am also not in a position where I urgently need a job. I live at home and have very minimal financial constraints at the moment. This is probably the only time in my entire life I will have the luxury to job shop and be picky like this. Thoughts? Should I accept or keep looking? Thank you!

Holy cow that's a lot of money! I'm on the opposite coast in New Hampshire!

I'm in New Hampshire. I can work as a graduate nurse with my temporary licenses for 120 days prior to taking the NCLEX.

I'm a BSN graduate from NH

I'm a BSN in New Hampshire

This is for an RN position in New Hampshire.

Thanks, I appreciate the reply. Unfortunately HR said that they need an answer by tomorrow.

Thanks! These replies have made me more confident in turning down the position without feeling guilty.

They have you with a preceptor for 3 months on orientation. Also have classes once a month that all new hires and required to attend. Online modules, homework, EBP projects...

Haha that's a good point. The nurse manager also told me that they just hired 12 (!!!) new grads onto the floor!!

Thanks for the reply. They said I would be full time while on orientation (and in the new grad residency) and would likely still get 32-40 hours/week being per diem, but not guaranteed and not on a set schedule. Glad to hear you agree.

Hello! I'm a new grad nurse, haven't yet taken the NCLEX. I recently interviewed and was offered a position on a med/surg unit. It is only per diem (they can't guarantee hours but say I will probably get quite a bit) and have a designated new grad program. However, I know that per diem employees usually are paid more, as they are not guaranteed hours and do not receive benefits. This is not the case - starting pay is $24/hr as a graduate nurse and bumps up to $26/hr once I pass the NCLEX. This is the same for full time and part time employees. I do not accrue PTO, sick time, insurance, etc. insurance is not an issue at this time, though. I'm pretty tempted to pass on this opportunity. I don't live in a crazy saturated market, but don't have any other active offers (some interest though). I hate to shoot myself in the foot, but also don't want to settle just for the sake of a job. I am at a point of my life where I am not in need of a job immediately (live at home). It also isn't my ideal hospital or preferred speciality. Thoughts on this offer? Thanks!