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Thank you for the response and the links Loo17. My friends didn't specify what extra requirements were necessary. It's possible they meant the requirements that you mentioned for the hospital (although I don't see why they would add stress). The main reason I was curious is because I only have access to a Level II hospital in my area and will likely eventually move to an area with a Level I hospital. I do appreciate the information and will do some additional research.

Thank you so much for your responses, I can see that I am not alone! The Susan Cain TedTalk was great. I've been meaning to pick up her book. I have been working on this ever since I made the decision to go back to school as I know it's a weakness. I find the constant group work and interaction difficult. Usually I am very analytical and think things through carefully, but I find that when I am around a group of people that I'm expected to interact with I tend to overcompensate and talk too much without thinking. I am still working on the "fake it 'til you make it" and I too hope I get closer to the "make it" stage. I do like the idea of helping my classmates with the book knowledge and seeking help with the hands-on knowledge. I do have some excellent classmates to work with. I am working on this, but it's good to know that others struggle with this issue and are having success.

Hello All, I am a new nursing student and I was hoping to hear from some introverts about their clinical experiences. I have a tendency to be very reserved in group settings. Reading through some of the other posts, I am worried that my hesitancy to speak up and take charge is going to cause me serious problems once I begin clinical rotations. I am book smart, but once I attempt to do "hands on" learning, I become very nervous and forget everything I know. This also makes me reluctant to speak up in class because I get so nervous. I realize that confidence will come with practice, but I'd like to know how some of you were able to become more outgoing for the sake of nursing school (and nursing itself). Thanks in advance for your responses!

Hello All! I am currently a nursing student and I am interested in eventually working in a Level I trauma center. However, I have friends that work in a Level I hospital that mentioned that, although it is busy, the extra protocols involved in maintaining Level I status add a lot of additional stress. Could anyone tell me the pros and cons of working in a level I trauma center vs. a lower level trauma center? I have access to a level II center nearby, but a level I will eventually necessitate a move to a more urban area. Thank you in advance for your responses.