Published Mar 19, 2019
ScaredRN
57 Posts
So I was really shocked because I got an interview from one hospital and was given an opportunity to shadow someone. But I do not know yet if I was really hired or not because I was not able to talk to the nurse manager after shadowing. And when I had my interview in hospital A, I got invited for an interview in hospital B. I applied for ED nurse position in both hospitals. My problem right now is, should I mention to hospital A once they call me that I have an interview this week with hospital B? Should I just give up the hospital B opportunity? Or give it a try and see which hospital will work for me?
The nurse I shadowed was nice. I like her so much. I learned a lot from her. I am really confused here. So I need guidance. Anyone knows which one is better?
Mergirlc, MSN, APRN, NP
730 Posts
Remember:
"A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush"
In other words.....whomever offers the job first, take it.
Lunah, MSN, RN
14 Articles; 13,773 Posts
I would go on the second interview just for interviewing practice, and to see what they have to offer you and if you would be a good fit. You don't have a solid offer yet from A, but I wouldn't mention B to A or vice versa.
nurse2033, MSN, RN
3 Articles; 2,133 Posts
Continue applications for both. Accept the one you want. If you get two offers, choose the best. Good luck.
Update:
I got hired in the 2 hospitals. One hospital offred a low starting salary. I am still waiting for the other one's offer.
JKL33
6,953 Posts
Congrats!
Good luck securing one or the other (with decent pay, hopefully)!
Let us know what you pick ~
2 minutes ago, JKL33 said:Congrats!Good luck securing one or the other (with decent pay, hopefully)! Let us know what you pick ~
One hospital is offering 29 per hour. I do not know if this is a decent pay though. Lol. I am still waiting for the other hospital's offer
Thanks!
14 hours ago, didiabu said:One hospital is offering 29 per hour. I do not know if this is a decent pay though. Lol. I am still waiting for the other hospital's offerThanks!
Factor in things like shift differentials, OT/holiday pay, education reimbursement, and other benefits when you compare the two offers. Also, the commute, location, and shift offering are important considerations.