Last day of orientation over!

ahh, i remember being off orientation my first time. I was so nervous. they actually were in need of a nurse earlier than i was scheduled, so picked up those days. Mainly because my preceptor was still working those days...so i felt i would have someone to go to if i needed it, and someone who understood me and where i was at.

I'm sure you'll do great.

Off orientation.....I went off panic mode and bought 3 more ECG and ed pocket books...I haven't openned one at work :) good luck, u will do great!!

Congratulations! Best of luck! My first day off orientation was just a couple of months ago. On my first day, I transfered both my patients from ICU to the general floor. I didn't have any patients to give report on, and I left about five minutes after 7! I think they were nice to me, since it was my first day.

Because no one in my household is particularly interested in hearing about my excitement..I've come here to share!

Orientation completed!!! I'll be officially on my own Wednesday :) This isn't my first job, but I'm excited anyway!! A little scared too..but I don't think that will go anywhere anytime soon!

Lets hope I survive and get home at a semi-reasonable time the first day!

Thanks for the ear

Yay, good for you!! Have a great day on Wednesday!

congratulations!

Thanks everyone!!! I'm sure it won't be thatttt bad...!!

Congratulations! Coincidentally, yesterday was my first day off orientation too. I'm feeling a mix of fear and exhilaration about being on my own. It was nice to get my feet wet as a "real" nurse, although I realize I still have a great deal to learn. Fortunately, I have some great coworkers who are more than willing to share their expertise.

Best of luck in your nursing career.