When I was hired about 2 yrs ago, they hired 11 new grads to the heme/onc/bmt floor. Extensive training, classes, and long precepting was done. When on our own, the senior staff still offered help, and continue to at this time.
On my heme/onc/but floor, we are 3-4:1 for day shift...usually 3. And nights we are 5-6:1. If some has an acute problem, then all nurse hands on deck with some amazing teamwork!
JFatsRN replied to bonnielilgirl's topic in Oncology
I get these conversations regularly. The response is usually... " how do you do it?" Or "I can't believe that's what you chose!" My response is that it is bittersweet everyday. I find it an honor to be part of my patients and families lives during s...