I am moving and need to quit my job!

Hey everyone!

I am currently an RN in California at a University hospital in the NICU. I've only been working for about 1 year (in June) and I love it so much and am so sad that I have to leave. I was first hired in their NICU New Grad Residency Program. I feel like they taught me everything I know and I will be forever thankful for that. It really is my dream job. My fianc� is a med student and just got matched for residency on the east coast. So we will be moving right after our wedding and honeymoon in early June for a minimum of 6 years

My question is..

How do I quit my job?? I think I am going to give them about 1 month notice. Do you think this is good enough? Also do I bring a letter with me or send it before?
I have a supervisor and 2 managers. What is the best way to let them know?

Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Thanks so much!

Rachel Last edit by Rachey467 on Mar 31, '14
If you're punching a clock, all you owe them is 2 weeks.Just write them a short, matter-of-fact letter informing them that you're leaving. Thank you for the opportunity, my last day is _____. Don't embellish, explain, etc. Short and simple

I think you should start looking for a job now. Which state are you looking at? You have enough experience (1 year) that you are no longer considered a new grad. I think the sooner you inform your manager the better. Speak with the manager/supervisor you interviewed with about leaving. They should not hold it against you. As you said, you love working there and you have a legitimate reason to leave. They will understand. I think the earlier the better because they can be references for you when you apply to new positions. I think the standard procedure is speak with the manager and then write up a formal resignation letter.

Eh I think you can tell them as much as you want. You're leaving on good terms for a good reason. I would just speak with your managers privately and then give them the letter. They usually need the letter as a formality, but I think it's best to tell them in personGood luck!

I would also ask your managers and clinical specialists for a letter of introduction to any of their peers in the area where you will be moving. Chances are very good that they know people there, and every little bit helps! Good luck!

I suggest that you give at least 30 days in advance notice so that they can also prepare and look for a replacement. Also, talk to your RN Supervisors/manager ( at least 2) and ask if you can make them as your clinical reference. You will need that when you seek another employment.

Quote from VANurse2010If you're punching a clock, all you owe them is 2 weeks.

Quote from ArtClassRNCareful with that advice. Specific employers or unions may have rules/agreements that require more (like a month) or undergo penalties of some kind.

I gave 2 weeks at my last job and was paid all my owed time - which was more than 2 weeks.

Quote from VANurse2010I gave 2 weeks at my last job and was paid all my owed time - which was more than 2 weeks.

I gave two weeks at my last job and was put on the do not rehire list. Apparently I should have given 3. Good thing hell will freeze before I consider going back. Exciting times! Where on the east coast will you be?

Where I work, it is the number of weeks vacation you receive which is used as a guideline for quitting. Sometimes there are circumstances that require less time than that, but most places have an unwritten "rule".

Quote from VANurse2010I gave 2 weeks at my last job and was paid all my owed time - which was more than 2 weeks.