Just wondering where new grads are working. In hospitals and on what type of floor or LTC or surgery centers. Hopefully in December I will be done with the LPN and can then go on for RN.
Was reading teh post on 2nd day of job and was glad to see that she is getting a long orientation. I know in LTC that you are lucky if you even get 2 weeks of orientation, even as a new grad. I myself fear working in that situation cause dont feel as a new grad I have what it takes to be the only nurse in the house for 40+ patients and do things right on a good day, let alone a day when someone falls, gets real sick or expires. The aged are on too many meds for one person to do it all and be the only nurse. To be honest, I think it is too much for a seasoned nurse. That is why I am looking to hospital work or clinic work where there will be others on the floor to offer guidance. I guess I see it as no matter how long youve been in it, having someone elses input is always good. I think post op, skilled or general medical would be a good start, even as an LPN while finish up my education.
Some input would be great so I can start making my plans.
