turtlebird

I currently am a family medicine clinic nurse but will be starting as an RN Case Manager in home health next week. I've definitely felt like I don't know enough and sometimes I feel like the complicated cases are good (like the patient is doing me a favor by having this problem so I learn for next time). And I have absoultely had people not want to talk to me because I'm a nurse and even one patient yelled directly at me "You're just a f*****g nurse, I want to talk to the doctor now!". I think nursing is always going to be a learning experience. Every patient is different in some way or another and I think there will always be something to take away from every interaction. The people who call us names or whisper behind our backs "oh she's just a nurse", they are just naive, don't take it personally. You know how much work and schooling you went through to get you where you are. Just brush it off your shoulder and hold your head high. Don't be afraid to ask questions. And hang in there!

This sounds like great advise. I'm starting a RN Case Manager job in HH in a couple weeks. Recommendations for best calendar app?

Nursing school is rough and I can guarantee that you are not the only one in your classes who feels like quitting. There are definitely going to be ups and downs. I wanted to quit several times. But if you truly want to be a nurse, then keep going. Your nursing degree will open up a world of opportunities for you!

Sounds like you're having a hard time finding nurses to interview. I'd love to help, but I agree with the others that the in person, back and forth exchange, and stepping out of your comfort zone is probably more what your professor is looking for. Could you interview the nurse who works with your personal primary care provider, do you or your friends have any relatives or contacts who are nurses? Good luck, I'm sure you'll find someone!

Congratulations! Welcome to the wonderful world of nursing!