by loriann

Hi everyone!

I am transferring to the CCU after working on Telemetry/CCU Stepdown for 2 1/2 years. Any words of wisdom? Thoughts on how I should approach my move? I'm used to working on a fast-paced stepdown/interventional procedure unit with 5 patients. What do you think will be the biggest change for me?

I'm getting a 3 month orientation and then will go to nights.

Thanks for any feedback!

Lori

Re: Soon to be CCU Nurse-Any Words of Wisdom?

Remember to look at your patient! If all the montors are going crazy, look at your patient and assess them. Color and Vs go a long way. That was they BEST advise I ever got.

Re: Soon to be CCU Nurse-Any Words of Wisdom?

Hi loriann, I worked in CCU for ages now, when I first started in CCU I was so anxious and scared esp. I did start my training in Cardiothorasic ward ( a bit pretty much close), so before I officially started in CCU i did tried to Familiarize my self in Basic ECG reading and had an intensive reading regarding cardiovascular assessment for adults and most of all I always do remember what previous mentor says " Treat the patient and not the monitor".
Anyway all the best to you and enjoy your new job.