KatieRN14
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That's a great idea thank you! I thought about that before. Something I need to look into for sure.
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Thanks for your advice! Everyone is very friendly and I like working with them. It seems if I try to take the next step I get politely shut down. Maybe I am just new? The unit I am on has a lot of turnover and there are rarely the same people so it does make it harder. I will keep trying!
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I graduated about six months ago and was lucky enough to find a job I like. So far it is going well and I have no regrets. However, I work nights and find myself lonely sometimes as well as having trouble filling time and dealing with living without the built in social network of college and I got used to working 2-3 jobs, plus school etc. Any advice on how to get over this and stop stressing? :/
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I would say definitely keep an open mind. You may go in thinking one area of nursing is for you then change your mind, or not but either is fine. :) If I were to start nursing school again then I would have made more of an effort to make friends and have more of a support network. That would have helped me so much! Also whatever experience you can get do it. You will find that you may have to adjust your lifestyle and study habits a bit. Don't worry that is normal. You will figure it out just be ready for a challenge, huge commitment, and very great reward at the end.
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First of all, congratulations on being almost done! That is a great accomplishment. Having recently graduated in May I can tell you that when you graduate there is plenty of support for you. After graduating you will have a preceptor there to guide you. Use this opportunity to ask questions and do things independently. After you are "on your own" you can always ask questions. In my (brief) time as a nurse I have found that teamwork is huge and there is always someone I can go to if I need help. Eventually, you will find yourself being much more comfortable. Remember: even the most experienced nurses ask questions so don't be afraid to ask. Speaking up is better than trying to hide big mistake. Best of luck! :)