Can I ask which country? Come to the US :-)

Hi! For me it was worth it since they don’t only re-iterate things but also teach you ways on how you can retain all the information you’re learning in a span of 3-4 months. I would do my research on them beforehand though, so you can get the best review experience.

Wtf?

Girly pop what?!

From the time I bought this bag, which was in November of 2023, I do believe there has been a price increase in 2024. So that online price you see ($480) would be the same as in stores. They are cheaper in Europe though. Right now this bag is priced at 350 euros which is about $386.

Hi! The main differences are the roles and responsibilities they take on in the OR. Surgical techs are trained to handle the tasks required mainly for scrubbing in the OR, whereas OR nurses are able to scrub and circulate. (I’ll try to make a more in-depth video differentiating the two roles)

@@BellaUnfiltered Thank you so much, in France scrub nurses are getting paid more because they have more training than circulating nurses. To become a scrub nurse, you need a master's degree, otherwise you can only circulate in the OR.

Hi! I had to do a week of evening and night shifts for my orientation. I eventually went back to days since that’s the shift I applied for. And yes day shifts are not hard to come by for the OR

Thank you! Congrats 🎉

@@PriyaPatel-k6h Love to hear that! (:

Hi! I just looked for job listings that were specific to new grads (: most ORs have an extensive orientation for new grads as well

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Yay congratulations and good luck! Glad the video was helpful 🤗

@@BellaUnfiltered 🫶🏻 Following you on IG and continuing to support your journey!

<33 I love you! 🤧🫵🏼

Hi! You can do 8, 10, or 12 hours. With the hours of standing, it’s definitely important to have comfortable shoes. But in general, working in the OR can be physically taxing some days so it’s something to think about

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The OR is a very specialized skill set and is very different from floor nursing. If you're a new grad, I'm pretty sure they'll be aware of that and orient you to the OR during orientation. However, your concerns about being scolded as it relates to the culture of the OR are understandable and valid lol. I had the same fear cause it's what you always hear people talk about. I would say this is just dependent on the surgeons. 95% of my surgeons are amazing and nice, there's just been a handful out of the many that I've had bad experiences with. MOST surgeons when you make a mistake, as long as you own up to it, apologize, and fix it quickly, they have been nice about it. You're human, they're well aware of that. There is so MUCH knowledge that you're bound to make mistakes (different companies, systems, types of equipment, specialties, different surgeon's preferences, etc). You just have to learn to brush off things. 99% of the time surgeons are not mad directly at YOU but the situation. Your job is to just problem-solve through cases, and do the best you can. Cause that is the best you can only do. That being said, don't let any surgeon verbally abuse you. Stand up for yourself and let management know because that is unacceptable. I've not experienced it, but have heard of doctors throwing sharps, verbally abusing, etc that goes far deeper than a "mistake" and needs corrective action. I was a shy, reserved person but somehow found my way in the OR. There will be people there to support you, you'll never be alone and have a team with you (one of the reasons why the OR is amazing!). You'll learn so much about yourself and apply what you've learned in the OR in real life too such as standing up for yourself, being more confident, etc. The OR kind of forces you to because you're there to care and advocate for your patients. Good luck in the OR!

@@leevang7435 very well said and I completely agree! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! 💗

Hi! First off, congratulations!! It’s okay to be nervous and intimidated since the OR is a different world in nursing. My advice is to be teachable and open to every opportunity you get to learn. And like the rly nice comment from above, sometimes it’s more so dealing with the personalities in the room. But don’t hesitate to communicate if you are unsure of something. I find that it’s better if people know that you are new to things rather than making assumptions. Best of luck! 🍀

Love that! Good luck 🎉

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Thank you! So happy to hear that. Good luck! 🍀

Haha now I want to know all the weird names that surgeons come up with for these instruments 😂

Being on call has had no significant impact to my work-life balance, but it is something to be prepared for. There’s also the option of giving away call shifts that you might not be able to cover.

Haha perfect timing. I hope your girl dinner was yummy!

It depends on the kinds of cases you’ll do. It could be 5, 3, or 1 long 12-hour case 😅

I did! (:

I’d say it’s worth it. Surgery can be intense but it can also be really fascinating. So sometimes being involved in a cool procedure makes up for any physical or emotional toll the day brings