achateas

I have not left the OR, but I have been a preceptor for many years. It sounds like you were transferred to the OR and not asked to transfer. The OR can be overwhelming. It is not for everyone. If after a few months, you still have doubts, maybe the OR is not your nitch. Even if you decide to move on, think of all the things you have learned. Many times, there is poor communication between the nursing units and the OR. Perhaps you could use your knowledge to bridge these gaps. Good Luck achateas:rolleyes:

That was acceptable when I started in the OR 30 years ago, but not today. Stand your ground. It's your license on the line. Hopefully you signed a written agreement for the 12 month orientation. If they insist that you skip the rest of your orientation, you have options. Quit Make them sign a document, acknowledging that you were forced to forgo your orientation and that they, the hospital, will accept full legal responsibility should anything happen. Insist that the hospital lawyers sign this document. I don't think they will. good luck achateas:o