Chloe07 replied to biker nurse's topic in Operating Room
I too only had a couple of days in the OR during nursing school (I graduated May 2006). I really enjoyed the short time I had there and thought I would give the OR a try as my first job. I like...
I have a job offer with a Hemodialysis unit at a large Midwest teaching hospital where I work and am trying to decide whether to accept it or not. The job would float inpatient (RN only) to outpatient...
Chloe07 replied to sandlewood_nurse's topic in Operating Room
I agree with you completely, mcmike55. I'm a new nurse (although an older one - this is my second career) and am beginning to realize that the OR is probably not the best place for me. However, I...
I was in a similar situation just a few months ago. I was hired full-time (days) but have a 10 month old baby boy at home that I missed so much. He's in daycare - and although I really like the woman...
Thank you for the words of encouragement. I haven't said anything to my nm or educator - I want to give it more time to see if it gets better. I had a really good day today and my preceptor said I did...
I am writing to request some advice from other OR nurses. I am wondering if the challenges/frustrations I am dealing with are fairly normal - especially for a new nurse - or if it's an indication...