New in the ICU (weeks 3-8)
After the initial two weeks in the ICU now the fun begins. Weeks 3-8 lay the critical foundations of ICU patient care. Often these weeks are the most difficult for new nurses as they constantly feel overwhelmed. Taking care of two ICU patients while also trying to understand the why behind everything. As a preceptor it often is equally difficult to navigate high level education with ICU patient care. This episode covers some basic daily foundations to succeed as a new nurse in the ICU and as a preceptor training new nurses. These weeks are hard, but if done correctly they are incredibly rewarding.