[valaferdi]

HI, I would like some advice. I graduate in two weeks and already have a job in a coronary care unit.

I have always known that a lot of nurses feel that new grads should start on a med-surg unit before going to critical care. I feel my case is unique. You see I have 12 years experience as a unit secretary, monitor tech, and nurse aide working in coronary care.

I am having second thoughts, not because I don't think I can handle the pressure but because some of the nurse's belief system. I will have to prove to them that I am able to do the work involved.

I just want to build on all my knowledge that I have and put it to use in the best way I know how and that is to work in CCU.

Any words of advice or encouragement would be appreciated, thank you.

Keep looking toward the dream that keeps coming back.

[VickyRN]

Go for it! Let your heart (pun not intended) guide you.

[Gordo]

No matter were you go in nursing you will have to prove yourself. If you feel that you can do the job, don't let ANY NURSE tell you , you can't.

[nurse-lou]

Some advice, don't be afraid to ask lots and lots of questions! Some new grads nowadays act as if they know everything. Don't worry about what other nurses think. I have been an RN for five years (almost) and recently transferred to ICU/CCU and feel as if I know nothing! Ask questions rather than make a mistake.