Here’s how almost 100 nurses have weighed in on this topic via Facebook.
Here is our top advice:
Take the time to introduce yourself and to learn a little more about her. Talking to her for a few minutes will give you a good idea of her strengths; playing up her strengths can help her feel like an important member of the team.
Introduce her to the other staff members and give her “the inside scoop”—you know, how things really run on your unit. That doesn’t mean dwelling on gossip; it just means letting her know things like which doctor prefers to be paged rather than texted.
Be a role model for excellent nursing care—and that can include verbalizing how you’re going to approach your day after you’ve listened to report—and be available to answer questions. Answer her requests for help or information positively. Provide emotional support as necessary. Remember, a new nurse isn’t a burden, but a coworker.
With time and support, she’ll soon be flying alongside you.
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