2nd wind nurse
has 2 years experience and specializes in Critical care.
I have been a nurse for 2 years. Nursing is my second career. I was a teacher before my children were born, and I decided to make a career change when they grew up. I will begin working on my BSN this summer, and will pursue getting advanced certifications in my field.
2nd wind nurse replied to RNthenDoc's topic in PICU, Pediatric
Oh, Boy! This sounds like my preceptorships to a T!! I wish I had some solid hind-sight advice for you. This is something I am working through myself. One thing I have noticed for myself, is that...
2nd wind nurse replied to almost_nurse's topic in General Nursing
I feel your pain. Colleges and universities like to put out the glamour and paint a picture of the demand for nurses. And, it is true, that when you start working somewhere, anywhere, they all moan...
I would ask you how well you know hospital B. Are you familiar only with their credentials? Do you have any firsthand knowledge of the work environment? The staff dynamics? If you have started...