"The Evolution of the New Nurse: Part X…"
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Post-shift commiseration with your fellow new nurses…
NICU nurses are the best of course, so why not share the awesomeness here!
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1 month ago
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"The Evolution of the New Nurse Part IX…"
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Every new nurse in the break-room during a particularly bad shift… you know the one. When you feel like you didn’t get anything right all day…
2 months ago
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"The Evolution of the New Nurse Part VIII…"
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When you ace a procedure or question that you’re sure your preceptor thought you would screw up…
3 months ago
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Preceptor:
“Okay, new nurse, I’ve got to leave the floor for just a little bit… I should be back in oh… about an hour…”
New Nurse:
Preceptor:
3 months ago
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So, new nurse, you’ve been on the unit for a little while now. How is it going for you?
3 months ago
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New Nurse vs. Preceptor:
4 months ago
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Being a new nurse is the most exciting time of your career! Enjoy every minute of it!
New Nurse:
Every nurse you meet with more than one year of experience:
“Oh! You’re new…”
4 months ago
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Remember, new nurse, ask lots of questions. This is the time for you to learn. We’re here to help.
Preceptor:
New Nurse:
5 months ago
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Welcome, New Nurse, to your unit. Feel free to get acquainted with your co-workers. After all, you’ll spend more time with these people than your own family.
New Nurse (especially when you meet other new nurses.)
Preceptor:
5 months ago
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Yay. It’s the first day on the new job. Time to meet your preceptor. They’ll be responsible for teaching you everything you need to know.
Preceptor:
New Nurse:
