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Hey everyone!

So I am suppose to be graduating in December and will then write my NCLEX-RN. My final placements have not been what I was expecting. I thought I would be exposed to a lot of different skills and diagnosis however, I don't feel as I have seen or done a lot of skills or seen different diagnosis. I am quite worried because some things I have never done before and I am worried about looking stupid or incompetent when I am on my own.. or worse not having a clue what to do. Is this a normal feeling? Or has anyone been in a similar situation? Any tips to ease my transition and manage okay?

Thanks :)

You are not a new grade nurse. Concentrate on passing your exam first.

**Almost new grad** :D

Specializes in Surgical Critical Care.

Due to the nature of clinicals, experiences vary a lot! As I was orienting to my job, my preceptor told me that she only had a chance to start "a couple" IVs in nursing school. Both of us agreed that, while we got to see some things in clinicals, most of our learning occurred during the GN residency. Don't stress -- this is why GN residencies are a thing!

For now, just keep doing your best to try and see new things! Always talk with *everyone* on the unit, befriend them, and ask if you can assist/accompany them with their procedures. Yes, you will likely have to fill in a lot of gaps between clinicals and GN residency with Youtube videos and reading, but do not feel bad about it! It will pay off!

Thank-you :) This has made me feel better that I'm not alone in experiencing this.

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