Hello all, I am currently going through the orientation process at a CVICU. I have one year experience on a med-surg tele floor. I am absolutely terrified when I'm on the unit. So many different equipment, lines, diagnoses and a whole new way of doin...
Nurse_bre replied to appleandoranges2's topic in CCU
I recently had an interview at a CVICU and I agree with the above answers. They really do want to know more about you, your personality, how you handle conflict with patients, family members, co-workers and other members of the team. They wanted to k...
Nurse_bre replied to laurendrainfit's topic in General Nursing
I loved your story and identify many of the same struggles I face at work. What I lack most is consistency and I like how your training schedule was set up. Could you give me ideas on how to fit in training, meals and meal prep while working 3 12 hou...
Nurse_bre replied to Nurse2bViolinist's topic in General Students
I LOVED the VALOR program. I did the program the summer after my junior year. I learned a lot more there than I had in clinicals. I worked in the ICU and my nurse preceptors were so knowledgeable and eager to teach. I was not a glorified CNA at all,...