I really didnt know what I was getting into with nursing. But now that i've had more experience with clinicals, i'm thinking this is not the job for me! I can't stand the idea that if I forget one little thing I can kill someone- literally. (And my memory sucks, let me tell you.) When I started this program I really thought there would be more safe guards for when you are set loose to patient care. All through out schooling I would voice this concern, and they would reassure me with "It's ok, you will be trained to handle all of these situations" well here we are, I graduate in 2 weeks and strongly feel I have not been prepared. I am a 'straight A' student and grasp the concepts well, but most of what we are taught has no use in the real world. I am starting to wonder- are there any degrees where I can apply my nursing credits? Or are there at least any jobs in nursing that are relatively low risk?