Nervous about Work Tonight

NeoNurseTX, RN · May 9, 2009

You'll grow out of it! I still get nervous before work (I HATE admissions and I really don't like going to work not knowing if it will be a doable night or a trainwreck..but that is ANY nursing job), but it is WAY better than from when I first started! Remember, there should always be someone there to help and you're never on your own.

squee-gee · May 12, 2009

I came off orientation in November, and I remember that terrified feeling very well! :eek: However, as it turned out, it wasn't really all that different, because there was always someone there to advise and answer my many questions. As I went along, I tried to answer those questions myself instead of relying on my co-workers as much. If I was ever really unsure of something, I would first try to figure out the answer myself, but then clarify with my co-workers. I still ask questions when I need to - it's the best way to learn. Hopefully you will be working with staff that are sympathetic and willing to teach you - that is the real key to a successful transition. Good Luck!!

starletRN · May 14, 2009

I'm going off orientation in 2 weeks and am feeling the panic myself. I take a full patient load right now, but my preceptor helps me with new admits, discharges, new doctor's orders etc. and I'm off doing one of my myriad other duties.

I run around busy until it's time to go home and usually stay 30 minutes longer to finish my charting. And that's with help! What am I going to do when it's just me?

But it does help to come on here and see that I'm not alone in the way I'm feeling.

AshiPanda · May 14, 2009

You'll be fine! I only had four days orientation as a new nurse and I do fine on my own. You figure out things as you go, ask questions, and just do your best! There is always someone to ask, just approach them politely .