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Vamparee, Thank you so much for your response. It is so comforting to know there is someone out there that feels like I do. I am about to take an EKG class to help with reading these strips. That and all the medication drips are the hardest for me. I miss being comfortable like I was in OB/L&D. I know I will eventually get there in ICU too. You are so brave to jump into this with such a quick orientation. The hospital unit I am in is also 6 beds. They are giving me a 12 week preceptorship. No patient care or charting for the first 10 weeks, Just observing. My preceptor is awesome, and like your unit, all the girls are wonderful. They are so smart. Well, best of luck to you. I know you and I together are going to do great but it is sure is scarey in the meantime. P.S. What does HDU stand for?

I am very interested in the report sheet gilf7243 mentioned. I know it is a year ago but is it still possible to post it for me??? Thanks so much

Hello Everyone, I am new to this site and am loving it. I have been an OB nurse for 15 years and needed a change. I transferred to our ICU. It is really a whole different world. This unit is a very basic ICU. 12 beds, no open hearts. The hospital has given me a 12 week preceptorship. I have a great nurse training me. She is amazing. I sit back and listen to them talk and I can't hardly imagine myself getting to that spot. These women are unbelievable. First, does anyone have and recomendations for books/pocket guides? I already have "Critical Care Check Mate" and that has been helpful. Are there any other guides that you would consider the ICU Bible? Second, Our unit has the worst report sheet I have ever seen. It is not a helpful tool for me at all. Does anyone out there have a report sheet/shift change report sheet that they have found helpful? Is this doable? I am feeling so overwhelmed. Learning ECG, balloon pumps, ventilators, cardiac caths, conscious sedation, the medicines. WOW. Can an OB nurse transform into a Critical Care Nurse?? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much in advance. Lisa

Does anyone have a particular shoe they prefer for heel pain? Right now I am wearing crocs. They are soft so, they help some but it is agony during a 12 hour shift. Any Suggestions??????