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ICU to OR?

How many RNs have gone from ICU to the OR? I am currently a travel nurse in ICU and was toying with the idea of going back home and trying the OR. What type of orientation should I expect to get? How difficult would it be for me to move from critical care to OR? Thanks!!

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    It's not the care that is difficult. It's knowing the equipment, machines, and supplies. There are so so so many!!!! You'll pick it up but I would say a minimum of 3-4 months orientation.

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    I am currently in the OR and was hired as a new grad for a perioperative training program (6 months). The hospital required a three year commitment after the completion of the program (I signed a binding contract). I heard many negative comments about the OR environment (you will lose your bedside nursing skills, it's so stressful and high paced, the doctors are nasty, etc.) but I truly enjoy working with a team of very talented and dedicated surgeons, techs, etc. In 10 months, I have learned so much and presently believe this is the best place for me. Good luck to you.

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    Did you make the move. I myself will get an interview from OR this week hopefully.

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    I am an OR nurse who recently transferred to ICU and now coming back to OR. I love the OR! Would love to answer any questions you may have :)

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