[vegannursesFTW]

Hey all!
My name is Devon,I'm up in MI and I am halfway through my ADN program (macomb community college). Having a heck of a time getting a tech position,but finally got the call yesterday from Childrens Hospital for an interview. Its on the Surgical/Burn unit.

I have NO health care experience other than clinical...and I want the experience, and i know its not about me but im a bit scared of my visceral reaction to the first burns ill see..ive never seen anyone who was burned badly in real life. Was it hard for you guys on here to get over seeing people in such pain or were you determined in knowing that this was your calling? I love children (don't have any yet) and i think i can be strong for them, but im still a bit worried.

Any advice would be great,not just for the unit itself but just for the interview as im nervous about that too. We haven't really covered any burn material so far,i know the rule of 9s but thats about it i don't know if they are willing to teach me or not *sigh*

Thanks for taking the time to read this!

[4jen]

I just did a clinical rotation in a childrens hospital and was fortunate enough to spend one weekend on the burn unit. Honestly when asked if we would like to go, I volunteered and immeadiatly regretted it. However once I got on the floor I fell totally in love with the unit. The staff were so knowlegdable and caring. They were respectful to one another and created such an awesome learning environment. I was able to observe and then somewhat participate in treatments. It was tough just to see the children so scared and in pain however they were heavily sedated so for some they were just goofy. I loved it and it will be the first place I apply. Good luck and I would love to hear how it all turns out for you.
Take care.