I got this opportunity through an old friend, a girl who was in my delivery room with me, and I guess timing, luck & my prayer candle were just all working in my favor because I got hired right there in the interview for the cardiovascular ICU!
I cannot even believe my luck at the moment. I don't even have words to describe my excitement. I am nervous, of course, because this is an extremely difficult position for any nurse, let alone someone who has zero experience on her own, but I'm prepared to dive back into my studies, read up on critical care nursing blogs and be as prepared as I can be, even if it's just textbook knowledge.
The nursing director said it will feel like I am underwater for the first year and a half, but I am prepared for the stress and pressure. Plus, they have training for the open heart surgery patients, so I have to stay as long as I possibly can.
I've always been told I would be a great ICU nurse, but to be honest, it scared me. I had stayed clear from applying for those positions because I know every single move is life or death. I didn't know if that was something I could handle, but I also know my personality, and I don't want to take any shortcuts just because the tough road isn't easy. If I'm going to be a nurse, I want to be in the toughest unit & constantly feel challenged. I always knew med-surg wouldn't cut it, but I don't know why I never thought about the CVICU before since cardiac is my passion. I feel like this is the perfect fit for me because I will not only be stabilizing a life, but preserving it.
I am SO excited/nervous/ready to start this next chapter in my life. What an exciting next year this will be!
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