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To transfer or not to transfer?

I've been in my current position on a geri med/surg floor for nearly 6 months, which is when we become eligible for internal transfer.

I have always wanted to be an L&D nurse and originally applied for that floor in my residency but they didn't take anyone at the time so I came here.

I actually really like my job, finally. I finally feel comfortable with what I'm doing to the point of not dreading it and being super stressed out everyday. I planned on waiting a bit to try and transfer.

But then I got a text from a friend who works L&D here who said they ahve a bunch of openings and if I apply she's sure I can transfer right at the 6 month mark.

I don't know what to do. I know L&D is my passion but I'm scared to be new and scared again. But at the same time I hate to pass up the oppurtunity because it could be a long time before it comes up again. Advice?

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    I would go for it! If that's where you want to be, then by all means! Getting into a specialty like L & D is hard to do! Good luck

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    This is why managers hesitate to hire new grads.

    You really like your job and you're comfortable where you are. I'd say stay. It takes at least a couple of years to become competent as a new nurse. Stay where you are and become competent. Pay your manager back for tacking a chance on hiring a new grad by staying long enough for her to get a return on her investment in you. In a couple of years, if you still feel L & D is your passion, go for it.

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