Successful shy nurse?

[kdky]

Hello. I am a nursing student looking for advice from real nurses! I have wanted to be a nurse for a long time but now that I finally made it into nursing school I am beginning to doubt whether this is for me. I am shy and reserved by nature although I am making every effort I can to overcome this. In the clinical setting I feel somewhat awkward and I worry constanly about knowing what to say to patients. I know it is essential that I exude confidence and I am hoping that this will come in time. I guess my question is this: Has anyone else out there overcame shyness and became a successful nurse? Is it normal to feel awkward and not always feel confident with patients? I am still in my first semester and I am feeling like maybe I should quit and look for something else but I really don't want to let go of my dream if there is hope. Any advice is appreciated! Thanks.