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Jul 06, 2007 12:42 PM

new grad nurse with 1st job

by bubba04

hello,

I am in a new grad program at kaiser in the med/surg department. I have been on the floor for a couple of days and feel very lost and overwhelmed!!!!!! The real world of nursing is way different than when I was a nursing student. I feel that I am not organized and all over the place. the training program is 8 weeks long. I feel that 8 weeks is not enough--at least that is what I say now.

Does it get better?? easier?? any advise is very much appreciated.

thanks

bubba04


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from Kensington
Old Jul 06, 2007, 01:08 PM

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I just wanted to say, hang in there! I am not a nurse yet, but my friend went through this, and it does get easier! I'm thinking of you!
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from bubba04
Old Jul 06, 2007, 01:27 PM

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Hello Kensington,

Thanks. That is good to know.
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from ORSmurf
Old Jul 06, 2007, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bubba04 View Post
hello,

I am in a new grad program at kaiser in the med/surg department. I have been on the floor for a couple of days and feel very lost and overwhelmed!!!!!! The real world of nursing is way different than when I was a nursing student. I feel that I am not organized and all over the place. the training program is 8 weeks long. I feel that 8 weeks is not enough--at least that is what I say now.

Does it get better?? easier?? any advise is very much appreciated.

thanks

bubba04
It will get better with time. Be kind to yourself - learn all you can in your 8 week orientation. I think most people feel this way when they start a new job, not to mention starting your 1st nursing job! Congratulations on your tremendous accomplishments.
Christine
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from bubba04
Old Jul 06, 2007, 10:08 PM

Piggy Bank Re: new grad nurse with 1st job
Thank you all for all your support and encouragement. Really means a lot. I will keep you all posted.

Bubba04
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