Which field???

11:11 · Jan 11, 2005

But I wouldnt start in dialysis.

Its usually recommended to start in a unit that will give you a more well rounded knowledge base.

That would mean the floor or ICU if you feel up to speed. Look for a unit that has a good newgrad orientation and preceptorship. Work there for a year or two then start to look around.

As far as how I chose my specialty, I wanted to be an ER nurse but it was recommended to work in ICU first. So I did. Now I do both-

Best of luck

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ERNurse752, RN · Jan 11, 2005

Are there any clinicals you particularly enjoyed?

lisag1 · Jan 11, 2005

Today was the first day of my last semester, meaning I have only 15weeks and 4 days left of school. I am so excited, but at the same time confused as everything. How did you decide what field was right for you? I work as a reuse tech at a dialysis center now ( they hired me mainly d/t the fact I was in nursing school and graduating soon) I know I have a job with them when I graduate, but I'm not sure if dialysis is what I want to do. I'm more drawn to the hospital, so you can see the confusion. Could some of you all give me some advice on how to decided????

I think the standard answer is Med/surg for the first year. I did an internship, so I could pick 3 areas and at least got to try them out. I did end up on a med/onc floor and am still there. Lots of good experiences and it gives the chance to gain a lot of basic knowledge that you don't see in school. I didn't much like surgical in clinicals and really don't care to get pulled there even now. Too much of the same stuff over and over. But, that's only my opinion. :)