Ashlee-SN

I sooooo heart this site!!!!! I can't express how thankful and grateful, I am for all the motivation, kind words, and similar stories shared!!!! I read many of the responses before I clocked in last night and was soooo pumped for a great 12 hours. Even though it was rough I still feel like I came out on top. I even started my own IV(Yayyyyyyy!!!) My school focused more on critical thinking then actual skills, so I am definitely a work in progress in that area. I am going to check the suggested books out!!! And the different color pen worked magic; I even got highlighters. I only forgot one thing but by the time I called it in to the day nurse said she had already done it and not to worry about it. Blood draw ordered @ shift change during shift report:( I just got to stay even more focus and diligent the last 30 mins. as well. I now understand that I can't take everything to heart and I must realize there is a learning curve and it's definitely going to take time but I'm up for the challenge. Thanks again EVERYONE... Often to sleep I go to prepare for another great night!

Hi everyone!! I am a new nurse (2wks out of orientation on a Renal floor and I just want to know if what I'm experiencing is normal as a new grad nurse because @ times I just feel overwhelmed and discouraged. I recently got out of a 6 week orientation program , 2 of which was just getting information about the hospital itself. On average I have 6 pts. I get behind on medication delivery, constantly forget things,ask bunch of questions ( which probably annoys my co- works, but they never say anything they are so nice but I know it's hard having to help me and deal with their own pts). My handoff reports suck, I often wake up( I work the night shift) and realize stuff I forgot to tell the day nurse. Today I just realize I forgot to put in a clear liquid diet in the orders... I transcribe the order during shift change, even told the day shift the nurse that the diet was changing but never put it in. My coworkers tell me I'm doing OK and just be confident and everything will fall in place; just hate feeling incompetent @ times. I hate to even complain/ rant because I know how hard it is to find a job esp as a new nurse. Just need to vent a little frustration.

Hey Everyone! I know this is an old post but I wanted to come back and thank AcceleratedRNTX. You really motivated me to look outside TX and consider even small weird towns :) I just recently accepted a job offer in MS. I just wanted to say thanks for your words and the link you posted... That's how I found my job!

Cindyrella, I am sorry for the late response...I took a breather from allnurses/job search because I was getting overwhelmed and discourage. I hope your interview went well. NewHoustonRN, I understand exactly where you are coming from...I graduate in August with a BSN degree from TN. I moved to Houston the day after graduation. I have applied to just about everywhere and even went to local job fairs. Its really getting frustrating but I try to remain hopeful and keep the FAITH.

Hey Commonsense! It's a Graduate Nurse Residency Program...

Hey guys! I also applied for HCHD and havent received and interview...still hopeful tho :) I had an interview with Methodist Willowbrook, but I havent heard anything back. Has anyone else applied to Methodist Willowbrook and heard any additional news?

Congrats everyone on your interviews!!!

Oh yea still no word

Hi Omo25! If I'm not mistaken Methodist Southeast is located in the Pearland area. Correct me If I am wrong guys... I am still learning the different areas since the big move.

Thanks for the response, I was beginning to think I was crazy. I have applied all over as well... I just keep feeling like Im missing something or not doing something right. I read other post and many people have suggested LTC, so I guess thats my next move...Trying to stay postive and proactive because this is becoming a very difficult journey. Good Luck to you too!!!

Hey guys! I recently applied for the new graduate residency program @ Methodist Southeast in Houston, TX has anyone heard any news? Last update I received was to complete a profile...I am really anxious about getting a job, I graduated in August w/ my BSN and never thought things would be this difficult.

Hi! I started in Fall 09 and we started in the hospital, the program is always changing so I'm not sure If your first semester will be in the hospital as well.

Thanks sooooo much for the advice guys...I think I was living in a fairytale world. I am currently waiting on word from St. Luke New Grad program...*fingers & toes crossed*

Hi everyone! I will be graduating in exactly 45 days and very soon after I will be relocating to Houston, TX. This is all new to me and with the abrupt relocation doesnt make anything easier . After reading several other threads, I have learned to seek employment outside the TMC. But I am still finding things to be equally difficult. Is anyone familiar of any locations hiring new grads?

Congrats guys!!! Quick question do you guys mind sharing who does the cheapest CPR...