IR nursing without ICU experience?

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I have an interview coming up for an IR nurse position. I’ve never worked ICU but have worked several years on a step down unit where we are responsible for certain drips, perform bedside procedures, etc. obviously they know from my resume I don’t have critical care experience and are still interested in interviewing me, but how difficult of a transition might it be without working ICU? Thanks!

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Specializes in Cardiology IR.

I’ve been in IR 15 years and never worked ICU. You will be fine!  It’s actually not a requirement at our hospital though helpful.  Good luck!

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Specializes in Neuro, Trauma/Neuro ICU.

Hey did you interview go?? I just started in the ICU but am very interested in IR but I wasn't sure if I stood a change with minimal ICU experience. I have prior step down experience as well. Hope you got it!

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14 hours ago, 911dispatch said:

Hey did you interview go?? I just started in the ICU but am very interested in IR but I wasn't sure if I stood a change with minimal ICU experience. I have prior step down experience as well. Hope you got it!

I got the job! Just finished my first week and so far I don’t feel like I’m hindered by not having ICU experience. It’s a ton of new learning but I’m liking it so far! 

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