What would you do?

GM2RN · Nov 25, 2010

I would probably state that rotating shifts are conflicting with family obligations. Then figure out a way to truthfully (creatively if necessary), but briefly and in a positive manner, respond to this if asked in an interview.

Conqueror+, BSN, RN · Nov 25, 2010

Don't ever put "not a good fit". A new potential employer will most likely interpret that as "I was uncooperative/not a team player".

jnick31 · Nov 25, 2010

If you haven't left yet just state that you haven't left yet, then come up with another reason that you have for leaving for when you're asked in the interview. (usually there's more than one reason for quitting a job) Or you can just put one of the other reasons for leaving in instead.

Simply Complicated · Nov 25, 2010

I would just put prefer not to work rotating shifts, need a day shift or night shift. That doesn't mean you are not flexible, just that you need to have some consistency with the time you work.

PostOpPrincess, BSN, RN · Nov 25, 2010

Don't ever put "not a good fit". A new potential employer will most likely interpret that as "I was uncooperative/not a team player".

I wouldn't hire someone who wrote, "not a good fit." INSTANT RED LIGHT!

caliotter3 · Nov 25, 2010

If you haven't left yet, put "presently employed". That way you get around it until you actually do resign.

Kooky Korky, BSN, RN · Nov 25, 2010

I wouldn't hire someone who wrote, "not a good fit." INSTANT RED LIGHT!

I would want to know some details. I would not automatically slam the door on that applicant. Still, I agree - never, never, never, NEVER badmouth either yourself or your employer(s).

OP, when they ask you your weaknesses, just say, "I'm a workaholic" and stop the confessional before it begins. The job hunt/interview/application/resume is the place to shine, not tarnish yourself with being negative or too open.

Saying you seek a more consistent work schedule (a straight shift) is much better than admitting you can't hack rotating, even if no one should have to rotate much if at all.

Kooky Korky, BSN, RN · Nov 25, 2010

If you haven't left yet just state that you haven't left yet, then come up with another reason that you have for leaving for when you're asked in the interview. (usually there's more than one reason for quitting a job) Or you can just put one of the other reasons for leaving in instead.

She is asking for help coming up with some other reason. Any ideas?

indigonurse · Nov 26, 2010

When you fill out a new app. for a new job you usually sign an affidavit under the pain of perjury that you told the truth. If you get a new job and a week later someone from the place where you used to work that you did not mention on the app sees you and mentions this to the person you hire you could be fired for lying on an application. This will hang over your head forever.

BettyBoop01 · Nov 26, 2010

When you fill out a new app. for a new job you usually sign an affidavit under the pain of perjury that you told the truth. If you get a new job and a week later someone from the place where you used to work that you did not mention on the app sees you and mentions this to the person you hire you could be fired for lying on an application. This will hang over your head forever.

In the initial post I said I was NOT going to leave it off. Hence the reason asking for a good way to state the reason for leaving.

Thank you to those that have offered suggestions. The rotating shift is a problem but the biggest issue I have is the unsafe staffing levels, I do not want to risk my license. Is this ok to say in an interview? Honestly if the new place has unsafe staffing I would want to know upfront, because I will not take the job. The rotating shift is a direct result of the understaffing that is a constant problem at my current job. Should I just stick with the rotating shifts and leave it at that?

RachelRN2B · Nov 26, 2010

I would put either "presently employed" or just "personal"