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  1. Feb 24 by
    The floor staff that I talked to said its really difficult for them. We have 3 months orientation but you really aren't comfortable for at least 6 months. So once everyone is off orientation, most still need help from the regular staff
  2. Mar 17 by
    Can I ask which hospital you are speaking of? I have been a nurse since 2010 and would love to work in oncology, so far I have not had any luck in my area.
  3. Mar 23 by
    Quote from cmmny
    Can I ask which hospital you are speaking of? I have been a nurse since 2010 and would love to work in oncology, so far I have not had any luck in my area.
    I'm in Toronto Canada
  4. May 15 by
    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.
  5. May 16 by
    I wasn't a new grad, but still new to the hospital when I started on my onc unit last year. I think 5 other people started that were new to the area, as well. Our management did a really great job by titrating everyone onto their own slowly. So, even though people had completed their orientation milestones, there were two week gaps before new people were off.

    It won't be without challenges, but its also a tremendous opportunity to build a really strong team.
    Good luck in your new job! I didn't intend on going into oncology when I was in school, but I'm happy to be there now.