Can you be a nurse if you're not outgoing?

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I'm looking into a nursing career, and it really seems to be something I want to do, but I'm afraid I may not have the personality for it. I'm usually very comfortable talking to people, but there are some people that intimidate me and it really affects how I speak to them.

Do you think perhaps during nursing school you can become a "people person" or do you have to be born one? What are your thoughts?

Had to respond, am in nursing school and my instructor said to like people is a prerequisite. Being shy is different then not liking people. I think there is a place for everyone with compassion. One on one with a patient who needs you is different. Perhaps as my DON said, consider surgery if you just don't have the people skills yet (her suggestion).

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