GOOD employment, there are a lot of jobs out there, but many I am not willing to sacrifice myself for, such as working in an environment that is not promoting good nursing care, or shall I say, I will not walk on eggshells any longer in the environment that I am currently in.
I was happy in this job, but since my supervisor is not going, I AM....let them try to replace me with someone who will work as hard for this pay.
If Im going to be treated poorly, the pay should compensate!
If anyone has good suggestions feel free to email me at pollyw@insightbb.com. All I ask is to be treated fairly and with respect..
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Nurse in Rockford Il looking for employment
Started by rottmommie, Mar 26 2006 08:21 PM
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Posted 26 March 2006 - 08:30 PM
Being in Texas, I have no idea what's available in your area, but I do have a couple of thoughts while you're on your search:
When you interview, ask to talk with one or two staff nurses. Ask them how long they've worked there and if they feel valued and respected. Watch out for anyplace with a high staff turnover (no one's worked there for more than a year, for example). To be fair, even in good environments, there are usually a few grumblers who think they have it bad, but you might still be able to get a general idea of the climate if you talk to a few staff members. Ask them what they like about their jobs, and what they don't like.
You might also have some interview questions ready for your interviewer. If it's the person who is going to be your boss (and it should be), you might make up a couple of sample situations and ask her how she would handle them (thinking of some unpleasant situations you've had in your current job). Be wary if she tries to rush you through the interview or seems irritated that you're taking her time.
Ask about preceptorship, orientation, etc. How much time they're willing to invest in training a newcomer says a lot about how much they value them.
Of course, you don't want to spend your entire interview seeming like you're "grilling" your prospective employer. You're going to want to present yourself well and make them want you, also. Let them know how much you appreciate the time they're spending with you, and tell them you're just wanting to make sure that you find a good fit, because you're looking for something you can be happy staying with for a long time.
Good luck!!!!
When you interview, ask to talk with one or two staff nurses. Ask them how long they've worked there and if they feel valued and respected. Watch out for anyplace with a high staff turnover (no one's worked there for more than a year, for example). To be fair, even in good environments, there are usually a few grumblers who think they have it bad, but you might still be able to get a general idea of the climate if you talk to a few staff members. Ask them what they like about their jobs, and what they don't like.
You might also have some interview questions ready for your interviewer. If it's the person who is going to be your boss (and it should be), you might make up a couple of sample situations and ask her how she would handle them (thinking of some unpleasant situations you've had in your current job). Be wary if she tries to rush you through the interview or seems irritated that you're taking her time.
Ask about preceptorship, orientation, etc. How much time they're willing to invest in training a newcomer says a lot about how much they value them.
Of course, you don't want to spend your entire interview seeming like you're "grilling" your prospective employer. You're going to want to present yourself well and make them want you, also. Let them know how much you appreciate the time they're spending with you, and tell them you're just wanting to make sure that you find a good fit, because you're looking for something you can be happy staying with for a long time.
Good luck!!!!
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Posted 26 March 2006 - 09:59 PM
QUOTE(3boyzmom @ Mar 26 2006, 09:30 PM) 
Being in Texas, I have no idea what's available in your area, but I do have a couple of thoughts while you're on your search:
When you interview, ask to talk with one or two staff nurses. Ask them how long they've worked there and if they feel valued and respected. Watch out for anyplace with a high staff turnover (no one's worked there for more than a year, for example). To be fair, even in good environments, there are usually a few grumblers who think they have it bad, but you might still be able to get a general idea of the climate if you talk to a few staff members. Ask them what they like about their jobs, and what they don't like.
You might also have some interview questions ready for your interviewer. If it's the person who is going to be your boss (and it should be), you might make up a couple of sample situations and ask her how she would handle them (thinking of some unpleasant situations you've had in your current job). Be wary if she tries to rush you through the interview or seems irritated that you're taking her time.
Ask about preceptorship, orientation, etc. How much time they're willing to invest in training a newcomer says a lot about how much they value them.
Of course, you don't want to spend your entire interview seeming like you're "grilling" your prospective employer. You're going to want to present yourself well and make them want you, also. Let them know how much you appreciate the time they're spending with you, and tell them you're just wanting to make sure that you find a good fit, because you're looking for something you can be happy staying with for a long time.
Good luck!!!!
Unfortunately, I did this with my current employer. All was fine for about 1 1/2 years. Nothing has changed about me, however mrs jekyll, and mrs hyde, are beginning to show themselves.
I dont know if it is the stress she is under that is causing her to behave like a real....OH well we wont go there, but anyhow....it doesnt matter. She has changed, and I am not happy with it, or her. She isnt going, so Im leaving as soon as I can!
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