SonyaLynn

Thanks Katie....

I have been finding in my "few" clinical experiences that I can get most nurses to warm up to me. I try to be friendly and like to ask lots of questions without being too overbearing. I am a little concerned however, with the fact that it is the new RN's that seem to be unwilling to answer any questions or even be the least bit friendly. I am contributing this to thier own inexperience, but then I wonder if it is just how they think they are supposed to treat new students. Just an example. I was in the OR watching a cystoscopy. I had a few questions about what was going on and the nurses would just ignore me. Finally, I just spoke up and asked the doctor. He was so friendly and kept answering my questions and explaining every part of the procedure to me. He even let me see parts of a malignant bladder tumor and that was really exciting. I could tell this upset the nurses and they seemed very angry that I felt comfortable enough to ask the doctor questions. When talking with a couple of nurses about becoming an RN they say that one thing nurses hate is for you to be friendly with the Doctors, but what is wrong with asking questions, how else will I learn?

All your advise is making things a little less frightening. I finally am realizing how it works after talking with everyone. It appears that you need to finish school and get the framework and then when you get out you learn the essentials and technical skills. I am enjoying and appreciate everyones feedback.

How is the transition from student to practicing nurse? Was it a reality shock? Thanks Sonya Willard