FIRST YEAR STUDENT PLACEMENT // How to prepare for your first day as a student nurse on placement

[@williamquinci5940]

Love this video, very relatable, the beginner's anxiety is very common and the tips for that will never be enough, so thank you, helpful as always :)

[@TheLondonNurse]

Thank you, William! Yeah, we always get anxious when starting out for the first time, but hopefully with just a little preparation this will help people to enjoy their first placements :)

[@valeriapollorsi2055]

I wish I had colleagues like you, I'm always so scared when I'm starting somewhere new!! These are good tips though, I'm gonna try and be more confident! I wish I had your experienceeee

[@TheLondonNurse]

Thank you so much! Everyone starts off somewhere, and I am sure you will do just perfectly ;) Best of luck to you and your studies :)

[@abi8148]

I'm going on my first placement tomorrow! This video was really helpful and calming, so thank you!

[@TheLondonNurse]

Oh I’m so pleased to have calmed and helped you! Nerves are good, but make sure you’re kind to yourself and enjoy!! 🙏🏻

[@MyLora90]

Thank you for your tips. Very useful and clear information. I’m on my first day placement tomorrow and I’m year one student. I feel excited and nervous at the same time. However I take on board all you mentioned. You got yourself a new subscriber at first sight !!! So thank you .

[@TheLondonNurse]

My goodness, hello Labelle! I’m so so pleased to hear you found this video helpful. How is your placement going? As scary as you thought? I hope it’s going well! Can I help with anything?

[@chuthita]

very helpful , clear and direct to the inside information, when and how to approach those tired nurses, respect! covering details of all aspects, absolutely lifesaver especially for the first year student nurse, plus mental emotional support. Thank you so much Ben x

[@TheLondonNurse]

Oh my goodness, you are more than welcome! I am so pleased to hear that you think it is helpful. You've given me an idea for my next video...stay tuned!

[@emmatomlinson6092]

I am about to start my first clinical placement and I can't thank you enough for this thorough and informative video. There are so many great tips and whilst i've taken notes, i'm definitely saving this to go over again. Thanks 🙂

[@TheLondonNurse]

Hello Emma! That is so lovely to hear - thanks for taking the time to let me know. I really am glad you found it useful, and I really hope you enjoy your first clinical placement!! Best of luck to you and let me know if there is anything I can help with 😃 take care! Ben

[@tashax8841]

Thank you so much! I’ve just found your channel and this was the first video I watched as I start my first ever placement in 8 weeks as a student children’s nurse. I’m going to binge watch the rest tomorrow!

[@TheLondonNurse]

Good morning Tasha! Your comment is music to my ears! I am pleased you have found my channel and hopefully, the videos have been helpful for you. Please do let me know what you think of the other videos too...I hope to hear from you again soon...and see you binge-watching! haha :) Ben

[@stellajonas1135]

Amazing ! I needed this, starting first ever neurology clinical placement on Tuesday, as you suggested I am terrified !

[@TheLondonNurse]

...So how was your first day, Stella? I am sure it was filled with excitement and nerves...all of which is perfectly normal. I really hope it was a good experience?

[@PerpetualNyanchama]

How did it go??

[@andrewrobb751]

Thank you so much for this I am starting my first placement as a Mental Health Nurse soon. Anxiety is hitting hard lol

[@TheLondonNurse]

Hello Andrew. This is so exciting! All the best of luck to you. The first placement is going to be full of mixed emotions for you, but try and keep an open mind and I’m sure you’ll have an amazing time. Is there anything driving the anxiety in particular? The unknown?

[@thenoblesiblings6919]

love love love. thank you Ben

[@TheLondonNurse]

Amazing!! Pleasure!!

[@magdalenaciupa568]

U have the best advice ever .Im following ur videos and Its really helpful. Im not a student yet.But gonna apply this year, for next year:) Im 38 years old so little worry,but ur advice really help .thank U for ur suport.🙂

[@TheLondonNurse]

Wow!! I’m so happy to hear you’re applying this year. I really wish you all the very best of luck. It’s an amazing career, so I hope you’re looking forward to it. Thank you for the kind words too. I’m really happy to hear this! Thank youx

[@carolmcafee481]

Thank you so much. This is so helpful! First placement starts on Monday 🤞🏼🥳

[@TheLondonNurse]

This is amazing to hear! How are you feeling? Really best of luck!

[@carolmcafee481]

@@TheLondonNurse Nervous but excited and videos like this make it easier to try and prepare. Thanks!:)

[@TheLondonNurse]

Hi Carol! So great to hear. At some points your nerves will be strong, but never as strong as your excitement 🥳 have a great time! My video I’m making to launch on Monday is going to be about what to do when it’s busy and calm on the wards 👌🏼

[@sarahquashie3714]

Thanks Ben you are awesome and thanks for the lovely tips as expecting to go for my first placement which might be cancelled again x

[@TheLondonNurse]

Oh, Sarah, I am sorry to hear you might have your placement canceled again. It is such a turbulent time for you as students, I really feel for you. But I am pleased that some of the tips have been helpful for you! Good luck! Ben x

[@Natasha-mu4cv]

Love this!! Thank you loads, love from a brand new student nurse xx

[@TheLondonNurse]

Hello Natasha! That is so wonderful to hear. Are you just about to start university then? How are you feeling? And thank you for your comment and subscribing - it means a lot :)

[@Natasha-mu4cv]

@@TheLondonNurse Hi, yes about to start in a few weeks as an adult student nurse. Super excited but scared senseless at the same time hahahaha... Xx

[@TheLondonNurse]

Natasha we’ve all been there - the excitement sometimes gets gate crashed by the nerves but eventually you’ll be able to manage your nerves to just enjoy your journey! 👍🏼 I’m just editing a new video that will be uploaded on Monday about what to expect in your first shifts ☺️

[@nurseinthemaking2020]

Wooow thank you soo much.....this is so helpful.. please keep them coming 😁

[@TheLondonNurse]

Hello Nathalie! Thanks so much. I promise I am still making videos, work has just been a little crazy so need to preserve my rest at the moment. Ill be back up and running soon! Take care. Ben

[@aghoghowanogho8404]

Thank you.. make sure u r taking care of yourself 😁

[@paulrees5540]

Still the cutest advice giver

[@TheLondonNurse]

HAHAHAA!!! Thanks! I guess! Hahaha

[@paulrees5540]

True, if you're ever on Skype Ben say hi

[@madelainewest2000]

Thank you angel I needs this :)

[@TheLondonNurse]

Ah! It’s my pleasure!!

[@stephanieyeboah-mensah6427]

very helpful thank you

[@TheLondonNurse]

I’m pleased you found it helpful Stephanie! 🤩

[@Charlotte6661]

I'm starting my first placement on Monday! I am bricking it even though talking to children and parents is second nature to me. 🤣

[@TheLondonNurse]

Good morning Charlotte. Thanks for commenting :) Are you starting children’s nursing then? Great that you’re fine with talking with children and parents! If that is second nature to you, then use that as something to comfort you in times where you’re really nervous - have a chat with the families! 🥳 Good luck, and enjoy it!

[@Charlotte6661]

Yes I am studying child nursing. I think it's because we have had next to no practical experience and apart from taking a temperature my ob skills are well... Non existent.

[@TheLondonNurse]

Yes I can imagine that is really tough. But hey, you’ll be out with real patients tomorrow and a ton of skilled staff that will be more than happy to help you get the hang of it all. Stick to the HCAs, other students, and just be really honest with your supervisors and assessor that you’ve not had experience with anything yet. They will be more than happy to help get you familiar and comfortable with your fundamentals! 🙏🏻 good luck! Let us know how you get on! Ben