thinking of quitting job after a week. is that ethical?

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hey y'all, I started working in a LTC as an RN supervisor, and I really hated it. The paperwork alone that I have to do is making me cry plus the other things that I have to do as a supervisor. It seems like it is more difficult to work in an LTC than in a hospital. When I was a nursing student, I was taking care of 5-6 patients in a busy med surge floor (i trained in a public teaching hospital and they made us do EVERYTHING: vital signs, medication, treatmet orders etc), it was tough but I GET the job done.

My question is do you think it's right to quit after only working for week. Do I have to put this in my resume? I feel guilty because they are spending A LOT of time training me for this position, But I don't think I am going to be happy. I talked to my parents (who by the way are very old fashioned people) about this and they keep telling me to just suck it up and hold on to the job until a find a job that i like. I am just so lost right now. any thoughts?

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Specializes in ED, ICU, PACU.

It is better to quit early on since it is just not a good fit.

You say that you feel guilty because of all the training they are giving you. How much time could they have really invested in you in only a week? No need to feel guilty, it is the professional thing to do in telling them early on that you are not happy with the position and cannot see yourself being there long term.

Also, there is no need to put a position you had for less than a month on a resume.

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I am little surprised that you were hired as a supervisor fresh out of school. That seems like a tad too much for a new nurse.

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I am shocked that you had 6 patients as a SN...

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Specializes in oncology, transplant, OB.

I know some people suggest you "stick it out" like your parents, but if you know you don't like it then I suggest getting out now. I started out on a unit and only was on the floor for 8 days before getting switched to another unit. In a way I feel like a complete failure for not sticking w/it, but on the other hand every morning I wake up and think "thank god I'm not going back to that unit."

The best thing is for you to be upfront w/your manager and tell them you don't feel like it's the right fit for you at this time. They'll appreciate your honesty and this way if you ever want to go back to that unit in the future you will still have that option available. Although I stayed in the same hospital, I didn't update my resume with the unit I only worked on for 8 days but explained my situation to each of the managers I interviewed with.

As I'm sure you know, whatever unit you're on you are going to have a hard time getting adjusted as it's a big change going from student nurse to registered nurse. However the most important thing is that you're happy and love your unit.

Good luck, I know what you're going through and realize it's tough.

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thank you guys. I thought about it over the weekend and decided to just stick with the job. However, today one of my superiors said something to me that sounded like a blackmail. That was it. I resigned

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Most employers have a 90 day probation period. This is for both the employee AND employer to decide if the relationship is a good fit. If not, the either can end it.

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I've been on a unit for 2 weeks now and absolutely hate it. There is no way I can stay here for a year...or even 6 months for that matter. I don't like the hospital and don't want to stay there or get transfered to another unit. I'm still orienting, so would I have to give a 2 week notice in this case? I feel bad wanting to quit so soon but I hate every moment I spend there and can't wait to leave. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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thank you guys. I thought about it over the weekend and decided to just stick with the job. However, today one of my superiors said something to me that sounded like a blackmail. That was it. I resigned

Wow. A few witnesses, and you could have a paid vacation while looking for your next dream job.

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Specializes in Med Surg, Ortho.
thank you guys. I thought about it over the weekend and decided to just stick with the job. However, today one of my superiors said something to me that sounded like a blackmail. That was it. I resigned

What did she say if you don't mind me asking?

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