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I plan on starting the RN-MSN leadership and management on March 1st. Finishing up the background check today. Not sure what I plan to do with the degree yet, but excited to get started.

I work on a med/surg and pediatric floor. We don't have a lot of peds patients at our hospital either. Approximately 1-2 a week during the Winter season. And less the rest of year. On our floor, we have med/surg RNs who have additional training of ap...

Not at all! I was a stay at home mom for 13 years when I went back to school to become an RN. Graduated at 37 and was working in acute care within 3 months of graduation. Go for it, you'll never regret it. And it's good for your kids to see too!

During nursing school, how did you cope with the stress? Some of those skills may still work for you. Remember to take time for yourself. Also it will get less overwhelming as time goes by, it can be a lot to take in when you start out. Be patient wi...

Congrats on the new job and passing nclex! I was in your shoes last year. Been working med/surg NOC shift for almost a year. Here's what my night looks like. 2300-2330ish. Get report on my 6pts. 2330-2400 Spend time looking up my pts, i.e. meds sch...

It sounds like you have some great goals long term, and some excellent motivation and drive to get there. If it were me, I'd look for a job that would work with and not against your studies. Nursing school is tough, and working in a situation like yo...

Med/surg & pediatrics Nights 6:1 Days/eve 5:1 Peds 4:1

Obviously not knowing all the details or people involved, as far as who has been charge and who hasnt, some people are more suited to the roll. Or have a natural affinity for it. Perhaps nurse Y shows qualities your manager is looking for in a char...

Don't worry! You'll have an orientation period. Ask lots if questions, and believe me the opportunities will come to practice those skills. You probably already have some great time management skills. Those will serve you well in acute care. Hopeful...

Hold your head up. It's crazy at first, it gets better. Everyone has struggles with time management in the beginning. Maybe ask your preceptor how she organizes her day. And ask other nurses on your floor, then find what works for you. I remem...

Like everything, there's got to be a balance. Patients aren't in the hospital to get a good night's sleep exclusively. They're sick and sometimes that requires being woken at night. But also better healing takes place when the body can rest. That ...

I'd take the med/surg job. More variety of experiences and learning opportunities. Plus there are ALWAYS shifts to pick up to increase your hours! Congrats and good luck on your decision!

I'm in the Pacific Northwest, graduated with my adn last year and am currently in a residency program in acute care on a med/surg floor. But one of the hiring stipulations was that I return to school within 2 years and get my bsn. Our hospital is...

Yep. And like previous posters it is usually not for a nursing skill. But it's still nice to be acknowledged because it's all part of the job of caring for someone. Though the last pt that said I was a good nurse who felt I gave him really good care,...

Having doubts is a normal part of lofe, just don't let yourself get stuck there. One day at a time, it's all you can do. Sounds like you've worked hard, keep at it and you'll get there. But don't forget to take breaks. Take a mental health day, do w...

If it's a crazy shift for everyone, and we're all running around then I cancel my meal deduction. Otherwise I try and eat while I chart if it doesn't look like I'm gonna get a full break in. But I never hesitate to go to the bathroom when I need to.

I wouldn't worry about it. Learn from it yes. Worry, no. Nothing to be done about it now. And if your performance has been as you stated in the past, I have a hard time believing you'd be dismissed or given a bad reference for 1 lapse in judgement. ...

I don't see how this is bad. You get 5 off after 5 on. I work 6 8 hour shifts, then get 4 off. The 2nd week I work 2 on, 2 off. You do what you gotta do right? Make sure to do self care and I think you'll be fine. I have a friend who does 7 on, 7 of...

I can only speak to my experience. Each residency program is different. As far as new grad orientation, where I work it is 10-40 shifts with a preceptor. For my residency program, we are each assigned to a unit. Most of us had 40 shifts with a precep...

Have a good attitude, be willing to learn and admit you don't know the answer. Don't be afraid of the "tough" patients, learn as much as you can from them. Always be willing to help others.

Glad you're having some great experiences so far! And you're right....attitude can make ALL the difference!

*Always something to learn *Flexibility and options as far as different kinds of nursing *Teamwork, knowing my colleagues have my back....and I have theirs *Being able to go back to school while working and furthering my career *Making a difference w...

Thank you for this post! I've done nights before as a CNA, and recently started nights as a new grad. I work with a good group of people, but am having a hard time adjusting to nights. Even though I love the pace of nights, I am already looking for...

1. WA 2. 30.01 +6.00 shift differential 3. No experience 4. Med/surg

I'm a new grad too, started work in September so I don't have been there done that advice, but wanted to offer a few encouraging words! I would ask specifically what the day shift nurses concerns were. If you don't know, you can't change or focus on...