I had a very smart, experienced RN tell me a story about a patient needing an esmolol drip back in the days when the nurses had to mix it up. The nurse who mixed it wasn't experienced and had a senior...
I think it would be beneficial to us all to share stories of mistakes we have personally made, or almost made, or stories we have heard or seen of other nurses making mistakes. I don't know about all...
I am a new RN working in a Surgical ICU. It is a very intimidating job for a new nurse. Fortunately I work with many experienced RN's who have been through and seen a lot in their careers. I love...