Anxiety about first day of work as an LPN (In a week!!)

bjz823 · Mar 30, 2009

Hello. I am in the same boat with you. Today is my first day training. I am training with the company that I have been working with as a CNA for two years. As soon as I got my license they asked me to train. They gave me one day and said the DON will call me. So I guess I will wait and see if they want me to train more. I trained on 7-3. I would rather work 11p-7a especially since it is not as busy. Just to get used to the routien. I have major anxiety about my med pass. I am slow, checking the name and med several times before giving it. Now I have anxiety that maybe I forgot to do something, or gave one tab instead of two, or forgot to sign off on something.

I am eager to hear what others have to say about their experiences. I feel clumsy. I think I did ok. I have been doing the same job for years now to be out of my comfort zone is hard.

Jules A, MSN · Mar 30, 2009

Congratulations! Be friendly and appreciative of the things your more experienced co-workers can offer. It just takes time to become comfortable with the routine.

carbaminohemoglobin · Mar 31, 2009

Hello :) Congrats on passing boards and getting your first nursing job!

Just ask ask ask questions if you're unsure! The orientation will help you alot with paperwork that needs to get done. Ask the person who orients you what their routine is.. Kind of step back and observe for the first day if you can. That always helped me!

Good luck.

simpliicomplex · Mar 31, 2009

I understand completely. I just hope for the best, and wish you the same.

- Biz823

Minnie2006 · Mar 31, 2009

I too will be starting orientation next week for my first RN job after being a stay at home mom for quite a while. There is a lot to think about and to be anxious for. I understand completely what you are feeling. The anticipation of those first weeks almost has me overwhelmed with anxiety. In addition to the job, worrying about how things will flow when I am not a home has me concerned. Probably the best thing we can do is to take a few deep breaths and remember that we have come this far. There are many firsts in life that become second nature in time. I wish you courage and luck with your new position. I plan to take the advice above about asking questions, questions, and more questions! Congratulations! :yeah: