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 Welcome
to your first issue of New-Grad
Notes.
As
a new nursing school graduate, you are about
to embark on an exciting career as a
registered nurse. We are here to guide you
through your first year on the job, keeping
you informed of the latest news and trends in
nursing, offering helpful features on the
nursing profession and introducing you to a
variety of specialties and nursing resources.
We hope you enjoy it!
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Real World Advice for
New Nurses
By
Karen Siroky, RN, MSN, contributor
So,
you're a new nurse. How does it feel? Are
you overwhelmed? Starting to become
comfortable? Adjusting to the pace? Do your
feet hurt? Do you find yourself thinking
about your patients or actions you performed
even after you are at home?
Read more
Super Grad How-Tos:
Tips to Achieving in the Working World
With
so many new nurses, it may seem difficult to
distinguish yourself from the pack. But by
practicing a few simple steps, you can
successfully sell yourself as a super
achiever.
Read more
Tips for Landing the
Nursing Job You Want
Some
nurses are finding it more challenging than
ever before to land the job they want. Until
recently, opportunities were plentiful in
almost every nursing specialty and even
nurse graduates were virtually guaranteed a
job wherever they pleased, straight out of
nursing school.
Read more
Your "Ah-ha" Moment:
What to Expect as a New Nurse Right Now
By
Karen Siroky, RN, MSN, contributor, and
Bette Case, Ph.D., RN, contributor
As
a new nurse, the first few months are
crucial. At this time, you may experience a
confidence-building professional "Ah-ha!"
moment as you begin to use critical-thinking
skills in caring for your patients.
Read more
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Why Travel? Why Not!
As
you venture out into your new nursing
career, you may be questioning: Where do I
want to work? What kind of nurse do I want
to be? One option you may not have
considered is travel nursing.
Explore Travel Nursing Now
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Is Pediatric
Nursing for You?
Not
only does the pediatric nurse care for the
physical, psycho-social and cognitive needs of
the pediatric patient, but also the needs of
the parents. This requires intellectual
curiosity, good listening skills and
creativity, according to Sandra Mott, Ph.D.,
RNC, former president of the Society of
Pediatric Nurses.
Read more
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