New Grad in rural ER

[WildernessMed]

Hey Guys,

After 80 or so applications, I got a job in a rural ER with 5 beds, 1 triage. I am concerned over the quality of my orientation and clinical experience as most our patients are truly clinic patients, and after 2 months, management is trying to rush me off of orientation (meaning there would be me and 1 other RN..EEkkk!) Luckily I put up a fit, and other nurses had my back :) so Im still on orientation. My orientation has mainly consisted of finding out where everything is, learning order sets, and asking lots of questions. I dont need "hand-holding" but I this is a much more "bare-bones" orientation than some other hospital facilities and I feel I could be missing out or potentially learn less. I am trying to apply to other ERs in the area, in hopes for some part time job that may provide me a more well rounded training. I have also done much studying on my own, as I want to get my TNCC in a few more months. Any Suggestions???

Thanks!!

[sarahsantacruz]

Hi! How did everything work out? Did you move? Which region is the job in. I'm thinking of looking in the greater Chico area, so I can live in Chico and commute if needed. New grad as well.