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I am a new RN in the OR. I am on the neuro/ent/eye team. It has been good, a bit overwhelming at times, but worth it. I am half way through my orientation. It is going well. I have a great preceptor who is patient and helps me learn. I realize I am lucky in that. I have worked at this hospital for several years as a certified sterilization tech. It feels natural to move to the OR.

It does take a bit to get used to some surgeons(not all) attitudes but I am strong and I have dealt with worse.

Frez

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Specializes in OR.

Hi...Ive been in OR now 1 yr. My specialty is neuro as well. I do everything...but Im always in the neuro room if its going. How long is your orientation? Mine was 1 yr. Just come off....now doing first assist, circulating, etc....Its been so hard...but I had some really good people helping me.:D

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It is a 6 month orientation then you work solid days for a month after in case you have questions. Most of the people in my or are helpful and nice. I mean there are issues but you have issues anywhere you work. Plus we get two weeks of scrubbing in the last part of training. Although we dont scrub just circulate which is ok with me.

Frez

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enjoy! :D

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