Which job to take???

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I just graduated with my BSN. I'm stuck as to which job to take. Do i stay at the small, subacute LTC hospital that I've worked at during nursing school? I LOVE the staff and what they do for the kids. The schedule is 5 8hr shifts per week rotating. I dont feel I will be challenged here or be able to fully developed my skills? Or do I venture into the unknown, and take a position in the PICU at the best children's hospital in the city. This position will be 2/3 nights, and I'm NOT a night person. The pay is $2.25 more per hour than the smaller place. The orientation for the PICU will be 12 weeks, but the turnover rate for new grads is pretty high. I did talk to a nurse who started there as a new grad, and she really praised their orientation process.

I also have a 3 year old daughter who will be starting preschool in the fall, and I want to be able to take her to and from. So I'm thinking that the night position will be good for that. I'm lost, any advice is welcome. Thanks!

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Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology.

It sounds like the PICU would be a better experience. It would definitely be a challenge and would allow you to develop your skills.

Congrats on both opportunities, I am sure you will make the right decision for you :)

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