Newbie4567

Hey ya’ll. I’m a new nurse, I graduated May 2019 and started in my current job in August. I was hired into an ICU, and even now I feel like I don’t fit in. I feel like a giant fraud, a failure, and like I come across as a moron to everyone I inter...

Maybe it’s the COVID, maybe its the stress of being a new nurse, but I am considering leaving the bedside after my two year contract is up. So, If you are an RN who’s left the bedside, what career path did you choose and why? Any regrets/advice for ...

Hey ya’ll, Over the past week or two, I have been the unlucky recipient of multiple heavy assignments. A lot of random emergencies have been happening on my shift, and naturally I have needed to rely on my team to support me during those situations....

Clinical instructor for students working on their BSN?

Thats the issue, I’m not quite sure what I want to do. I think I’d like something with more regular hours, don’t think I’d be a very good teacher. I want to learn from people’s personal experiences about transitioning to another role

She’s a known anti-vaxxer and scam artist.

Hey, new nurse here. I hear you and I feel you. I’m constantly in a state of stress about my job, whether it is the patients or the typical nurse imposter syndrome kicking in. My coworker says it takes about 2 years to feel comfortable in the role of...

Hello there, The first thing I want to say is: BREATHE. It is going to be okay. You got this. You passed the NCLEX. Your hiring manager chose you because she believes in you. Trust me, if she really felt like you weren’t a good candidate, she would ...

I started in the ICU in July after graduating in May 2019, as part of a residency program. I would definitely recommend working as a CNA while you’re in school to develop those connections. On my unit, our “techs” are all certified EMTs or critical c...

Thank you for responding. My evaluation with my manager ended with him telling me that I was doing a good job, but you’re right. The fact that he was even considering if I was right for the role terrifies me, and the only real reason he provided for ...

I would go over basic assessment and neuro assessment skills. Do you have a friend/partner you could practice on? Definitely review the 5 rights and safe medication administration. I’m also a new nurse, four months off of orientation in an ICU and ...