Best way for a new nurse to get into ED

Specialties Emergency

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Hi Everyone! I graduated in May with my ASN and am in school for my BSN. I am an older graduate, with a lot of life experience and previously had my EMT license. Before I graduated I became PALS and ACLS certified and am going to be taking the TNCC course this month. I also plan on taking a review course and take the CEN test by the end of the year. I am currently employed in an IMCU unit. Does anyone have any suggestions for me to become prepared to get into the ED? I realize that I also need nursing experience. Thanks!

Specializes in Med-Surg, Emergency, CEN.

There is no secret to getting into emergency nursing. Just apply or ask the NM if you can shadow for a shift. More often than not, it's the chaos of the emergency setting that has prospective nurses running away.

Every specialty has its ups and downs. The trick is finding the one that fits you.

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