Every day you clock in and hit the ground running passing meds, doing assessments, completing orders, and documenting like your license depends on it. But pause for a moment: Are you just getting the tasks done…or are you actually thinking? Critical thinking in nursing isn’t a buzzword. It’s a survival skill. It separates the nurses…
Category: For The New Nurse
Mastering Documentation Without Getting Overwhelmed
When nurses talk about stress, documentation often tops the list. Long shifts, heavy patient loads, and constant interruptions can make charting feel like an uphill battle. But mastering documentation doesn’t have to mean drowning in it. With the right mindset and strategies, you can chart confidently and efficiently without letting documentation take over your shift….
When I Couldn’t Take It Anymore
When I landed my first job on the Med-Surg Telemetry unit, I was over the moon. It was the same floor where I’d done my med-surg clinicals and later my preceptorship. I already knew the layout, the routine, and more importantly, the nurses. It felt like coming home. What I didn’t recognize or realize was…
Nurse Goes Live Mid Med-Pass… and the Internet Lost Its Mind
Welcome back to NurseTok, where someone always knows better and sometimes they go live to prove they don’t. I ain’t the one to gossip, but you are hearing it from me on this one. The setup? A nurse, fresh out of orientation, decides to go live on TikTok while passing medications. Viewers start flooding the…
Common Misconceptions About Nurse Preceptors
Let’s be honest, nurse preceptors are often expected to be unicorns: wise, patient, clinically flawless, and available 24/7 with the perfect answer. But much of what we think we know about nurse preceptors is… let’s just say, not entirely accurate. Some things are kinda true, but not really. We assume they are just really experienced…
Navigating Multiple Preceptors: A Guide for New Nurses
Navigating multiple preceptors as a new nurse is both exciting and challenging. As a new nurse, you may find yourself working with preceptors who each bring a unique style and approach to patient care. While learning from diverse perspectives can be enriching, it also brings challenges; especially when it comes to establishing consistency and confidence….
Choosing between multiple job offers
Congratulations! After all the hard work, you now have multiple job offers to choose from. While this is an exciting moment, it can also be overwhelming. How do you decide which offer is the best fit for you? Choosing between multiple job offers does not have to become a dragon that you must slay. In…
Why Seeking Advice on Nursing Specialties Might Do More Harm Than Good
Introduction: When it comes to choosing a nursing specialty, many new nurses or nursing students turn to their peers, mentors, or online forums seeking advice on nursing specialties. However, relying too heavily on others’ opinions can be a double-edged sword. No two nurses experience their specialties the same way what might be a dream job…
Choosing the Right Specialty as a New Graduate Nurse
Choosing the right specialty as a new graduate nurse is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your first job. This choice can shape your career trajectory, influence your job satisfaction, and impact your overall well-being. To help you navigate this critical decision, consider the following factors: your experiences during clinical rotations, your…
The Reality of Nursing School: Learning the Basics, Not Everything
Transitioning to nursing practice can often uncover the harsh reality of nursing school. Entering nursing school is the first step on a rewarding but challenging journey. It’s an intensive period of study where we are introduced to the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to provide safe and effective care. However, it’s important to understand that…