Questions about an RN out of the field, new preceptorship

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Hi,

I graduated in 96, BSRN, but didn't work a full year after. I stayed home with my medically complex kids (have one on a vent). Now fast forward, I have taken a Nurse Refresher Course, and am getting ready for my 120 hours clinical.

I will be with a preceptor, but I won't have classmates. Does anyone have any advice for how to help make the preceptorship and clinical successful?

Thanks!

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Specializes in Hospice / Psych / RNAC.

Not trying to be snooty but FYI; you graduated BSN, Bachelor in the Science of Nursing. The registered part comes after the boards are passed successfully and license obtained. I know I like it when people correct me so I can learn, anyway ... so you haven't worked since 96' or you didn't work for one year?

Anyway; just relax and get your hands as dirty as possible. Meaning don't let preceptor do it all, get in there and get hands on. Many precepts will try to show by example, this is fine for the first time but after that.

It's impossible to predict how the precept will teach or act so you will have to find out for yourself. Hopefully they will be excited to be there and willing to teach and see you succeed.

Where is this clinical going to take place?

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I didn't type correctly. I meant, I have a BSN. I am an RN as well.

I worked for less than one year after graduating.

Thank you for your advice.

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Specializes in Medical Surgical & Nursing Manaagement.

Ask lots of questions, pay attention and ask for feedback. Be a sponge and take everything in. Good luck!

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