Well---as you can tell from the title, I lost my job. Today was suppose to be my last day of my ext. orientation. It was busy busy busy. A lot of things going on, but i got pulled away from the mother plug because I did not keep up my bargain of charting in a timely manner. Throughout the orientation, I felt I did not keep up my part of the bargain. Why? Even I do not know it. honest....I do my best each shift, get meds on time, keep patient safe, etc. I was on the verge of handing in my badge when I almost gave the wrong med. To me, on the last day of orientation, is unacceptable. *sigh* I don't have a job, but I still have an active license. It could be worse, say, my license got revoked. *knock on wood*. well...yesterday when I was trying to overcome my typical headache that occurs prior to each shift, I just felt so worn down....defeated. with that feeling, I just told myself, the unit has been very graceful to me in giving me additional weeks of orientation. they've done there part, and unfortunately i could not do my part. Whatever the outcome of today was, it was meant to be and I have to accept it. I could use some advice and some comfort. I started my shift with the feeling that it was not meant to last, but despite that gut feeling, I wanted to do my best for me and for my patients. It could have been my lack of confidence, but that lack of confidence just keeps crawling back. but strangely enough, i feel somewhat at peace. i felt like i was fighting a losing battle but i didnt want to give up, because no matter what, I know somehow, someway, I would not fail. i know it sounds small, but things could have been a lot worse. if i didnt catch the antibx bag prior to starting the pump, i would not have forgivin myself b/c if something could have happened to that patient...
I would add that it's a good time for you to analyze what went wrong. What did you have trouble with? How are you going to avoid these issues in your next position? How will the next employer be able to help you succeed. Perhaps speaking with your previous boss (if appropriate, I'm not sure how you left things) to find out what you need to work on.
first of all, big hug to you . . . . .it can be very tough as a new grad. before you try to go on and find another job, truly analyze, write it down, what went wrong. do not beat yourself up over this nursing is a very demanding job and it can be difficult, especially those first few years. hang in there and again hugs and prayers for you.:redbeathe
Specializes in Developmental and Peds with disabilities.
Honey, things happen sometimes that are out of our control, but it's not the end of the world. I agree with several of the others that maybe the unit was not right for you. Who knows? Maybe some other people before you screwed up really badly and now they are trying to be superstrict to avoid lawsuits and such. The best thing about being a nurse is that as long as you have a license you are guaranteed a job! My teacher said she went on a lunch break one day from a place she was having a hard time at, visited another office, interviewed and got the job (while dressed in jeans might I add) and was back in time to clock in before her lunch hour was up! Try something a little slower paced until you get a little more experience under your belt, then maybe think about working your way up the ladder to something more fast paced. You might find you enjoy a slow paced environment better anyway. Also, might I suggest finding a family owned office or clinic, they tend to be a little more down to earth and understanding, especially if it is owned by someone who has children in their teens or young adults. They can probably relate a little better to your feelings of lacking confidence and offer the encouragement you need. Good luck!
Wow! Deja vu!. Me too! And I'm a seasoned RN. Just didn't agree with management over the changes to the unit, the non-communication and couldn't keep my opinions and my frustration to myself. Anyway I suggest you throw yourself a great big pity party (mine's been going for 4 days now). Get your resume or CV together, check out all the job sites. Get a list of all the medical facilities in your area, don't discount nursing homes or urgent care clinics and send it out. Might I suggest you also consider some counseling to help with the lack of confidence and boost your assertiveness. It's a tough nursing world out there and you need to be well armed for the battle. good luck
Specializes in Peds/outpatient FP,derm,allergy/private duty.
I guess if it was a mutual and amicable parting of ways, you technically weren't fired. Best wishes, and know that you did the right thing by placing your patient's well-being as your first priority. That is an excellent harbinger of the future.
I guess if it was a mutual and amicable parting of ways, you technically weren't fired. Best wishes, and know that you did the right thing by placing your patient's well-being as your first priority. That is an excellent harbinger of the future.
I agree with this statement. I would not put "terminated" on job applications but would come up with a generic reason for leaving, such as the standard "not a good fit" phrase.
You were in your probationary period of this position, the employer can let you go without notice and you can leave without notice. This happens very frequently. I would not but down you were fired or terminated. If questioned just say it was mutually not a good fit.
Best of luck, you will find another position that will work for you and this will be a bad memory.
ghillbert, MSN, NP
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I would add that it's a good time for you to analyze what went wrong. What did you have trouble with? How are you going to avoid these issues in your next position? How will the next employer be able to help you succeed. Perhaps speaking with your previous boss (if appropriate, I'm not sure how you left things) to find out what you need to work on.