I'm a recent grad, several months into my first job, and still fresh off orientation. Let me say I love my job, I love what I do, and I love my unit... but oh, the feelssssss... I know everyone talks about how hard the first year is, but it's hard whenever your in a low part not to think "this is because I suck, and I'm horrible". I have way more good days than bad, and everyone says it is ok to feel not good enough, that's how the beginning is until you gain experience and confidence. But how much of feeling like this is normal? Where is the line of, struggling as a new grad and struggling because you are horrible?
Love this!! ? Another tip I would add is to be extra prepared with all relevant information about your patient. It can be helpful to call with the chart open in front of you just in case they ask you a question you aren't expecting.
Nurse Gonzo, BSN, RN
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Love this!! ? Another tip I would add is to be extra prepared with all relevant information about your patient. It can be helpful to call with the chart open in front of you just in case they ask you a question you aren't expecting.