Advice for a brand new LPN at a LTC facility

Published

So I am a new LPN that just got hired at a LTC facility while still in school for my RN degree. I have never worked as a CNA before so this already puts me at a disadvantage. I want to offer the best care in a timely manner and not make serious mistakes while still learning. Any advice from taking doctors orders, to advice on med pass, neuro checks after a pt fall, charting, and forming a good relationship with the CNA's. ANY advice is extremely appreciated!!!

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in CCU, SICU, CVSICU, Precepting & Teaching.

The first year of nursing is rough. Everyone goes through it and we're all anxious, fearful and convinced that we're stupid. It's part of being new at anything. That said, I wonder if you wouldn't get more useful tips on LTC of you asked the moderators to move your post to the LTC forum. I can give you tons of tips for the ICU, but LTC is foreign territory. There are hundreds of LTC nurses on Allnurses who can offer much more relevant information than I can, and I'm sure they'd love to help.

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Short Term/Skilled.

I'm a new grad as well and have been working in a SNF for about 3 months. Know that what you learned in school is not real world nursing, and there will be a lot of things you come across that will make you do a double take.

Ask questions, don't be afraid to look things up and prioritize your shift. It's scary, (i'm still terrified on a daily basis) but it's also fun and kind of awesome.

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion