Hello all! I got my LPN license in August. The job im talking about will be my first ever job.
The facility I got a job at, gave me 2 days orientation. Ive been reading on here some people had about 5 days orientation. I wish I had that. I dont feel ready.
I was paired with a LPN thats been working there for years. Im mostly not confident about the treatments (dressings)
This job is an 11-7 shift. It sucks.. im not used to it.. but im going to have to. Ive applied to so many places, they are all asking for experience. So at this point im just taking what I get.
Anyways, Im going to start working this Sunday and Monday night.
My orientation was the 24th and 25th.
What should I do? Im considering asking the LPN if she'd be okay with me coming one more day..
Also those of you who currently work as LPNs, any tips?
Thanks to those who actually read all this.. its long i know, im sorry.
It takes time to really feel confident. Some nurses say years and some say months. Who is right? It all depends on the individual. No one is fully knowledgable right away. Just do your best, ask questions & write things down. Repetition is what makes us better.
LVN2RNMom, ASN, BSN, LVN
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It takes time to really feel confident. Some nurses say years and some say months. Who is right? It all depends on the individual. No one is fully knowledgable right away. Just do your best, ask questions & write things down. Repetition is what makes us better.