Screaming match with my preceptor

Doesn't sound good ...I would either try to patch things up on a personal level or consider moving on. You will not succeed with the whole unit against you- whether you're otherwise capable, or not.

There is a phrase you may have heard before "two wrongs don't make a right."

You're on the bottom of the totem pole. You must remain professional at all times, even in the face of someone screaming at you. I would not be surprised if there were a target on your back. I sure wouldn't take too kindly to someone saying anything like that to me.

You can't, "blow up," and cuss at someone. Idk what else to say other than, nope, can't do that.

Where I work, that would have got you a trip to HR and maybe fired, especially if it was going on in a patient care area.

She he has new nurse smarty pants syndrome and you have to learn to ignore it. No cursing at co-workers!

This blows. I can only imagine how frustrated you must have been. I agree with the other posters that you are at the bottom of the totem pole and that means you will likely have to go out of your way to patch things up. If she trully is the way you described, then you're right, she is a rude, condescending little *****, but in the heat of the moment, you must remain tactful and professional. Wishing you the very best.

I can only imagine the frustration you felt dealing with a nurse like that when you already have so much stress and anxiety to begin with being a new grad. People like her obviously have internal issues of their own and do not feel too great about themselves. They are clearly miserable and insecure on the inside and like to bring other people down with them. Always remember that misery breeds company. However, next time a situation like this occurs you have to remember to set your feelings aside. Work is work. Although it's tough, try not to let the emotions get the best of you. Do your best to ignore the frustration and just keep pressing forward. In my opinion, I would try to clear things up with her as hard as it may sound. Good luck to you I hope for the best.

You need to be looking for a new job. Your days there are numbered. You also need to learn some effective anger management in the mean time.

But also, be looking for a new job because this sounds like an extremely toxic environment. Someone who has been on the job three months has no business precepting. Look for a place with formal preceptor education, so that people doing the teaching know how to effectively educate without berating.

I feel like the end is near for me at my job. Do you guys think I can salvage things or should I start looking for work?

Thanks

I think you should start looking for work.

I really hate when facilities put just anyone in the role of preceptor. Just because you may be an experienced nurse does NOT mean you're a good teacher.

NEVER EVER curse at work because there are always ears to hear it, whether it is staff, management, or worse a patient. Imagine being a patient in the ICU, already sick as can be, and your nurses are fighting and swearing, how would you feel?

I had a similar experience with a bully for a preceptor, so I can relate to your feelings of anger and frustration. It sounds like this is a toxic work place that probably will not get any better for you unfortunately.

I would look for other work because it is only a matter of time before they find a reason to get rid of you.... Good luck!

Annie