What's next? Do I quit?

[Lyly2021, ASN, RN]

I recently was hired for a part time position. I'm almost done with orientation (10 days over the course of the past month and a half) but have since realized they are not able to work with my schedule. I currently work NOC shift, part time at a different job and the new job I was since hired for is for AM shift, part time as well. I was asked my availability for the next month which I gave but the master schedule didn't reflect what I had requested. I was hoping they could give me a set schedule and I would work one half of the week with one job, and the other half with the new job. I have spoken to HR and the scheduler with no result, just a reminder that when I was hired I would be working 0.6 or 3 days a week. If I end up deciding not to keep this job, what would the next step be? Would I technically have to put in my two weeks notice? Am I expected to show up for the shifts assigned this week? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you! 

[Been there,done that, ASN, RN]

Can't imagine why you would beat yourself up by switching from days to nights in the same week. Read your contract regarding notification. I think if you are in the orientation period it is not necessary. Orientation is a discovery period, where either party can decline further employment.

[Lyly2021, ASN, RN]

Thanks, not my ideal preference but that shift was the only one available and I was hoping to get some additional experience. I guess I was concerned about how to inform them of the schedule issue since I would love to return when either a NOC shift or per diem position becomes available.

 

[JBMmom, MSN, NP]

As Been There Done That said, during orientation there isn't a two week notice expectation. Just a thought, though, you are unlikely to find many positions that have a set schedule. It's one of both the benefits and drawbacks of nursing that the schedules are pretty fluid. Sorry it didn't work out as you had expected based on the offer. 

[JKL33]

Probably what I would do: Speak with the manager and state that you have made a mistake (or misunderstood the scheduling process, etc.) and that you are not able to work random day shifts. Personally I would apologize as this is something that should have been investigated and understood prior to accepting the job offer. Positions (other than per diem) where you have near-complete control over your schedule in order to arrange a set schedule in the manner you are describing are going to be rather rare, I think.

If you enjoy the place, then let manager know that you are disappointed and then inquire whether there might be an opportunity to work per diem. If not at this time, I would reiterate my apology and ask what you need to do to leave on the best terms possible. Then try to follow through.

[Lyly2021, ASN, RN]

Thank you! That sounds like it covers all the bases.. I should be having a discussion with them tomorrow since my last day of orientation is supposed to be Thursday. 

[HiddencatBSN, BSN]

4 hours ago, JKL33 said:

Probably what I would do: Speak with the manager and state that you have made a mistake (or misunderstood the scheduling process, etc.) and that you are not able to work random day shifts. Personally I would apologize as this is something that should have been investigated and understood prior to accepting the job offer. Positions (other than per diem) where you have near-complete control over your schedule in order to arrange a set schedule in the manner you are describing are going to be rather rare, I think.

If you enjoy the place, then let manager know that you are disappointed and then inquire whether there might be an opportunity to work per diem. If not at this time, I would reiterate my apology and ask what you need to do to leave on the best terms possible. Then try to follow through.

This. I started a pt job and was told they’d be able to work around my ft schedule. They kept scheduling me for days I was working at my other job and were not willing to adjust my schedule because they “needed to staff the unit” which, fair, but if I’m calling out because I can’t find my own switch and can’t be in 2 places at once, they’re not really covering their staffing. I dropped down to per diem and often ended up working the same amount of hours but I picked exactly when they were.

[SmilingBluEyes]

Per diem is the answer as said above. Good luck!