BSNRN2014

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1. Unsure About Current Job

   BSNRN2014 replied to CMR1993's topic in New Nurse

   I am in a similar position. I also struggle with feelings of guilt ,knowing how much it costs to train me and embarrassment that I couldn't stick it out. However, I've decided to put my health and emotional wellbeing first and to seek another work en...

2. I want to quit nursing.

   BSNRN2014 replied to Nomad_Nurse1's topic in General Nursing

   I'm surprised by how insensitive some people are being about this issue. I am in a similar position where I'm unhappy with my current work environment however I've decided to stick it out for a year and get more experience. People say ignore the cliq...

3. How to soften scrubs

   BSNRN2014 replied to BSNRN2014's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I have found that after multiple washings they become a little bit softer :)

4. Rough day

   BSNRN2014 replied to BSNRN2014's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you everyone for you words of encouragement. I keep telling myself that the first 6 months is the hardest for new nurses. I am watching the the nurses on my unit, seeing how they respond in critical situations so that I can learn from them. I a...

5. Struggling as a new nurse :'-(

   BSNRN2014 replied to Lou7's topic in New Nurse

   You're not alone. I just finished crying after an overwhelming day where my preceptor made me feel incompetent. When they nurses eat their young its definitely true. This experience has dampened the joy i had when I first started this profession. I'm...

6. It gets better.

   BSNRN2014 replied to FloatFNP-C's topic in New Nurse

   Thank you for your post. Week 3 in my orientation and I really needed to read your message.

7. Rough day

   BSNRN2014 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I had a rough day on Friday. I'm a new grad in my 3rd week of orientation and I froze during my first medical code simulation Which was video taped and recorded. I was so embarrassed and disappointed in myself. If anyone has ever gone through some...

8. NICU with no experience

   BSNRN2014 replied to iHeartPeds4ever's topic in NICU

   Hospitals in NJ and NY hire new grads in PICU and NICU. Most of my classmates got hired into both specialties.

9. No such thing as a dumb question

   BSNRN2014 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

   I think this cartoon also applies to all the new grads during orientation. Take advantage of the knowledge your preceptors have and ask a lot of questions.

10. How to soften scrubs

    BSNRN2014 posted a topic in Uniform/Gear

    Hi everyone, I need some advice on how to soften my scrubs. The hospital requires us to wear a specific shade of green which is very difficult to find and are only sold by a few brands. The ones which I have been lucky to find have a very stiff/hars...

11. Newly qualified - anxiety/hopelessness

    BSNRN2014 replied to unbridledhell's topic in Stress 101

    Definitely get some help and find someone to talk to...see if there is an occupational health department where you work. they usually have great resources for staff. I also think that it would be advisable to find a better work environment that is le...

12. How old is too old to pursue an MSN?

    BSNRN2014 replied to Ancientnurse18's topic in General Nursing

    Go for it. Regret is the worst thing to live with.

13. Car

    BSNRN2014 replied to MyNiche's topic in Home Health

    Mazda CX-7 is very roomy

14. First Med Error... Learned Big Lesson

    BSNRN2014 replied to NurseyNursington's topic in New Nurse

    Don't be too hard on yourself but next time remember to check the BP before giving the med. Also, I just wanted say that it sounds like you have a very supportive team ( RN manager) which is something every new grad needs.

15. NYU hiring process

    BSNRN2014 replied to bjorklover's topic in New York

    Hi everyone, I found this thread so helpful, especially qriousRN's detailed experience. qriousRN would you mind sharing what your experience was like during orientation at NYU? Any tips for new grads starting orientation soon? How is the work environ...