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I am looking for some perspective from nurses who may have been through something similar. I have been an RN for 7 years and have generally had a successful career in progressive care, telemetry, rehabilitation, and travel nursing. However, I recently had a job that ended during my probationary period. It was a fast-paced emergency department environment, and despite genuinely wanting to succeed, I struggled with the workflow and documentation demands. I take responsibility for not performing at the level expected. There were no patient injuries, no allegations of misconduct, and no issues with my license. I simply was not successful in that role, and my employment was terminated. What worries me most is that I am starting a career with the VA. I have been honest throughout the hiring and credentialing process and have no intention of hiding anything. However, I am concerned that this one termination will somehow follow me forever and overshadow the rest of my nursing career. I know many nurses have had positions that were not a good fit. What I am hoping to hear is whether anyone has experienced a termination during a probationary period and still gone on to have a successful career afterward. How do credentialing bodies and employers typically view a single performance-related termination when there was no patient harm, misconduct, diversion, or licensure action involved? I fully own my part in what happened and have spent a lot of time reflecting on it. I wanted that job to work out, and it was disappointing when it did not. I am just hoping that one difficult experience does not define an otherwise solid nursing career. Any honest feedback or experiences would be appreciated.

Hey guys. I'm at excited to finally get a tenant offer by the VA. I have been applying for over four years. Over my 7 year career, I been a travel nurses but have one blip. I was terminated from my next to last position (Staff). It was not a good fit and more fast paced than I ever had before. I was terminated not due to injury or theft but lack of performance. Do you think the VA would reject me because of this?

Hello, I recently moved to Florida and I truly enjoy living here. I accepted a position with a large nonprofit hospital in the ED Observation unit. The unit is small—typically three nurses caring for about six patients each night—and we primarily handle admissions, often four or more per shift. While the workload itself is manageable, I've been struggling with two issues. The first is scheduling. When I started, I was told the weekend rotation would be at most one shift per week or two weekend shifts every other week. However, my schedule often ends up being Friday one week, followed by both Friday and Saturday the next. In the past three months, this has left me with very little time for family, and at 51, I want to make sure I'm able to enjoy life outside of work as well. The second challenge has been the culture. Leadership here feels more management-centered than nurse-driven. Communication often comes through constant emails and reminders that feel more critical than supportive, and most of my colleagues on the unit express dissatisfaction with the company—though the day-to-day work itself is not difficult. I've recently received another job offer with a manager who seems much more supportive of staff and has promised to work with me on scheduling. Has anyone here ever put in their notice around the 90-day mark because they realized a job just wasn't the right fit, even if it was with a major hospital system? I admit the idea is a little intimidating, but I also want to make the right long-term choice. Polished Personal/Relatable Version Hello, I moved to Florida recently and absolutely love it here. I started working at a large nonprofit hospital in the ED Observation unit. It's a small setup—about three nurses and six patients each night—and the work itself isn't hard, mostly admissions (four or more a shift). The part I'm struggling with is the schedule. I was told weekends would be minimal, but it's turned into working Friday one week and both Friday and Saturday the next. In three months, I haven't had much family time, and honestly, at 51, life feels too short not to enjoy it. On top of that, the culture is rough. Management feels more focused on rules and emails than supporting nurses, and most of my coworkers are unhappy with the company. The only saving grace is that the actual patient load is manageable. I just got another job offer where the manager seems pro-nurse, not pro-management, and has promised to work with me on scheduling. Has anyone else ever given notice at 90 days because they knew it wasn't the right fit—even when it was with a big hospital system? I'm nervous about making that move, but also feel like I need to do what's best long-term.

thanks I would not be so nervous but they told me I be fired if I didn't pass

Hello. I have 3 weeks to pass a reload ecg test. It has measuring also. What is the best way to study. I need help any websites or should I write stuff down

Hello I wanted to get some advice from all my fellow nurses. I been offered a job opportunity with the VA. I am not sure I want to take it but I am also afraid if I say no that I may kill my chance forever with the VA. I do not like the location where it's at being a smaller city and I prefer a larger city. has anyone experienced being blackballed by the VA for turning down a job, or is that just drama. Hospice is just not my thing.

Hello Nurses I am looking at an opportunity on nightshift but it has no self scheduling. 3 weekend shifts required. I am curious if anyone is on this how you like it. the big challenge on nightshift would be to me block scheduling (3 days in row)

I am a PMHNP. the pay has been driven down terrible and the market is flooded now with PSYCH NP who never been a nurse even 1 day. people want high expectation with little training. It's not worth it to me anymore, unless you can get on with a hospital.

Hello, I recently was offered my first PMHNP position. strict telehealth working from home. I was told it 8 hours per day and 40 min sessions per patient. is this a lot to start or in your opinion is it fair. I have no idea since I am new.

Hello, I am a new graduate and was board certified in July 23. I am close to getting a job opportunity which I would have to move. the move does not bother me, the opportunity is to work 830-530 Mon Tues, Thur, Fri and Wednesday 08:30-11:30 and dialectics from 1-2 pm. The only issue is the commute is 42 miles on way so that is 84 per day. Would I be unreasonable to ask to work from home on the 3 hour day. it is for a hospital system. I am curious on new graduates and what they were willing to put up with to get a first opportunity. also on-call is 7 days for 1 week every 7 weeks. so about 52 days per year. I love to hear any input on if this sounds good or how u would handle negotiations. this would be my first Psych NP job if I am offered it.

Hello Everyone I am a new PMHNP and finding a job has been a challenge. but I recently was offered a job doing a 60/30 split w2 position with benefits. how long would it take me to get a steady paycheck weekly? any insight is wanted on how to make this work.

what was travel nursing like before covid what type of money was out there. just curious if it still is worth it after covid is gone. I assume u still make more than a staff nurse?

what was travel nursing like before covid what type of money was out there. just curious if it still is worth it after covid is gone. I assume u still make more than a staff nurse?

Just signed my first contract thirteen weeks and I am fine with that. I am a 2 year RN so I am not the best and know everything but if anyone can give me advice to service a new area please feel free. I am in PCU nightshift position. Just wondering if you don't know something will they cut your contract etc.

I am going into travel nursing, not just for covid crisis response but am I wrong to believe that you can make more money travel versus being a staff nurse. Covid response won't last forever but I have no family and want to do whatever it takes to make more income. any suggestions is appreciated.