The staff at my first nursing job chewed my a** all the time. I was a new grad going straight into critical care. I felt like no one would help me with anything. Needless to say this was a very scary and dangerous time in my career. I hated nursing everyday I had to work. I still remember my preceotor's words; " Now Amanda, when you are out of orientation, I won't be there to help you. You need to do this by yourself." YUCK!!