Going from SICU to ER?

[straba]

Hi all. I'm looking for a little friendly advice. I am coming up on my 1 year anniversary in the SICU (graduated last year), and i'm wanting a change. The ER was my first love, and it's where i've always thought i'd be working after school. I have 2 questions, do you think it is too soon to make the transition to the ED with only a year of ICU experience, and what challenges might I face in this new practice environment. I have had an extensive orientation in the ICU, and although I am not under contract to stay, was wondering if I might be burning bridges by leaving after a year. Any input and thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.

[TazziRN, RN]

a year is good. you'll have get used to getting stuff fresh off the street and having to get them to maintenance. you may have to get used to moving faster and changing your thinking mode from one minute to the next.

[rjflyn, ASN, RN]

And no offense but only one year of floor habits to break.

Rj

[straba]

yeah, I've no doubt picked up some habits I'd have to break!! :biere: