The clinical rotation at Saddleback Memorial offers inordinate opportunities to put theory into practice and build the students’ confidence as future nurses. It brings with it myriad scenarios that test the mettle of nurses, their ability to adapt and thrive under pressure.
The Challenges We Face The transition to critical care comes with its own set of challenges. A critical care nurse is called upon to be able to put together assessments with prioritization and speed of intervention. The nurse has to be vigilant and be aware of changes in condition that happen to the patient because missing critical information can have devastating consequences for the patient. This can be compounded by the fact that many ICU patients cannot communicate …show more content…
Faced with different challenges daily, the nursing profession is riddled with stress and a roller coaster ride of a day. I think the best ammunition a person can have in facing nursing challenges is to have a positive outlook and a can-do attitude. One can have all the skills in the world, but the benefits of a positive attitude will eventually win the day. Patients generally respond better when the nurse is attentive and shows that she is willing to listen to the patient’s concerns. Also, co-workers are more willing to extend their help when they have a good working relationship with a nurse. One has to be able to practice “mindful nursing” where the nurse is aware of not only her patient’s needs, but also the other people around her including patient’s family, co-workers, doctors, and other members of the interdisciplinary …show more content…
The student nurse must learn to adapt to different personalities during her rotation at the hospital. I believe that this helps us in dealing with different people and exposes us to a culture of compassion and caring. It would also benefit the student nurse to communicate her goals and objectives to her nurse for the day. This tells the nurse that the student wants to learn and is willing to do the work to achieve her goals at the end of the day. This also minimizes frustration from unmet expectations from both sides. A student who keeps an open mind and exudes a passion for learning and excellence is a welcome help for any experienced nurse.
Conclusion
This semester is a welcome challenge for me, allowing me to step beyond my comfort zone and explore new boundaries in terms of skill and knowledge. I know that perseverance, humility, and a positive attitude will carry me beyond these obstacles and on my way to becoming a great
The Challenges We Face The transition to critical care comes with its own set of challenges. A critical care nurse is called upon to be able to put together assessments with prioritization and speed of intervention. The nurse has to be vigilant and be aware of changes in condition that happen to the patient because missing critical information can have devastating consequences for the patient. This can be compounded by the fact that many ICU patients cannot communicate …show more content…
Faced with different challenges daily, the nursing profession is riddled with stress and a roller coaster ride of a day. I think the best ammunition a person can have in facing nursing challenges is to have a positive outlook and a can-do attitude. One can have all the skills in the world, but the benefits of a positive attitude will eventually win the day. Patients generally respond better when the nurse is attentive and shows that she is willing to listen to the patient’s concerns. Also, co-workers are more willing to extend their help when they have a good working relationship with a nurse. One has to be able to practice “mindful nursing” where the nurse is aware of not only her patient’s needs, but also the other people around her including patient’s family, co-workers, doctors, and other members of the interdisciplinary …show more content…
The student nurse must learn to adapt to different personalities during her rotation at the hospital. I believe that this helps us in dealing with different people and exposes us to a culture of compassion and caring. It would also benefit the student nurse to communicate her goals and objectives to her nurse for the day. This tells the nurse that the student wants to learn and is willing to do the work to achieve her goals at the end of the day. This also minimizes frustration from unmet expectations from both sides. A student who keeps an open mind and exudes a passion for learning and excellence is a welcome help for any experienced nurse.
Conclusion
This semester is a welcome challenge for me, allowing me to step beyond my comfort zone and explore new boundaries in terms of skill and knowledge. I know that perseverance, humility, and a positive attitude will carry me beyond these obstacles and on my way to becoming a great