Breaking in to the Nursing Field

Sweaty palms, a rising heart rate, and an overwhelming feeling of pending doom, these were just some of the feelings racing through my veins as I began my new career. I can’t speak for all nursing programs, but I never felt in school like I was actually the nurse in charge. I always had someone watching me, someone that I could blame if I messed up. That net protected me throughout school and during training. I took it for granted that by the time I was done training, taking charge would not be an issue. NOT TRUE! read more …