I agree with nurseee24. You could absolutely return to the OR. Covid hit our department hard and we have an immense need for nurses. An RN with experience, no matter one would be a hot commodity! I say go for it!
Welcome to the possibility of being an OR nurse! I came to the OR right after I graduated. I did my practicum in the ED and I was a tech there while I was in nursing school. To say the least it was exciting and exhausting at the same time. So , I und...
The OR and ER are soooo different. It would really depend on what you would like to do. Im currently an RN in the OR but I did my nursing school practicum in the ED and I also worked for a few years as a tech there too. The ED is fast paced and alway...
RN1.618 replied to Quiet Sunshine's topic in Operating Room
Hang in there! I’ve been in the OR for almost 2 years. And I have more comfortable days than uncomfortable ones. There is a lot to learn! It is an alien planet. Once you start to feel comfortable , it’s nice. You only ever have one pt at a time and t...
I too suffer through this very crisis at times. I have had previous posts about changing specialties and feeling a sense of inadequacy. But the truth is, most days I’m happy in the OR and I only have these negative thoughts on grumpy days. I like the...
I have considered it. My hospital offers a fellowship for critical care nurses. I’d have to start all over again, like a brand new nurse. I went through a fellowship for the OR for 6 mo and I would have to do the same for ICU. I’d be willing to do it...
Thank you for the insight. I did have periop 101 but, the section on anesthesia was brief. I would appreciate a more in depth description, especially with the meds. I definitely can look these things up and I will. I truly want to be aware of all tha...
Hello, Quick summary-I've been a RN for one year in the OR (came directly from school). It has its challenges here but, for the most part I am doing well and learning more each day. There is a cloud that hangs over me though. Some days are good and I...
RN1.618 replied to sleeplessinseattle's topic in Operating Room
I came right to the OR out of nursing school and I love it! Its very different from other specialties. Nursing school did not provide much either in preparation. My typical day consists of: -morning meeting to discuss any issues or concerns for the d...
RN1.618 replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Operating Room
I think for me it changes. I’m a little busier while circulating and have to communicate with a lot of people. So days where I feel more upbeat and energetic I love to circulate. Which is the majority of the time. And on the other hand when I want to...
RN1.618 replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Operating Room
I'm a newer OR nurse (1 year). Take comfort in knowing that the surgeons who do throw tantrums, do it to everyone. It won't just be you. With that being said, if you can deal with mental health patients, you can deal with an angry physician. Give you...
We have gone from about 30+ procedures a day to less than 10. We are being floated out to other departments to supplement the lack of hours available in the OR. We have sent half of our vents out to our other campuses. Definitely a scary time but I'm...
I graduated last April '19 and went directly into the OR. The hospital I work for requires a 6 month periop 101 program offered through AORN. During this time I had the privilege of working with nurses that had previously worked on the floor. I was e...
This thread is super helpful. Im starting the program in July and it is great to have insight into what is expected and to have access to the study guides. Thank you