Should I take the job?

[Sweetpea04, BSN]

Should I take the job?

Hey guys I work in adult oncology. I have 2 jobs, one outpatient per diem, and another hospital oncology job.

I'm so unhappy in my hospital job and am desperate to replace that position. I'm burned out. 

I've been a nurse 4 years. 

- I was just offered a job as a pediatric oncology nurse at a children's hospital. It's a night shift position.

I'm really worried about having to work nights as my partner does not (he is another healthcare worker) and I'm sad to sacrifice my weekends and holidays.

On the other hand, I would really like to work with children as a nurse... 

and I have NICU experience. (I left it because I moved and it has been hard to get into again)

The differential from night shift is also enticing since we are saving for a home in the future. $

In the future I would really love to work in the NICU again.. and feel like this is my only shot and working there again at the children's hospital.

Can anyone offer me advice?

[Okami_CCRN, BSN, RN]

I think this really comes down to what are your career and personal goals. I highly recommend making a pros & cons list for each position (be realistic about what is a pro/con).

Once you have set up the list sit with your partner and discuss what this looks like moving forward in your relationship. 

Some things to think about, the current healthcare and overall economic status in the country is unstable at the moment with multiple healthcare systems announcing layoffs and set backs. Do you need health insurance? if so the per-diem position is ruled out. Unfortunately, we have to be practical and realistic in the current job market. 

I wish you the best and hope it all works out regardless of what you choose.