The specialty EVERY NEW GRAD should go into!

This is always the BIG QUESTION.
WHAT SPECIALTY SHOULD I START IN?!
Well check out this video to find out where you should start as a new grad!
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[@mattitude6969]

No, NO, No. new grads going into Med Surg is soo outdated. As a new grad I went into the OR and am never looking back. Nowadays a new grad can really have their pick. Psych, OR, ED, ICU the choice is really up to you, dont let ANYONE tell you, you have to start in Med Surg

[@Katherine_Ann]

That's right Mattitude that's what I explain in this video :)

[@jesse021891]

Pay attention mattitude! Sheesh🙄

[@christinestrunk8826]

Great insight Katherine! Our daughter is a CNA.. any opinion on their role in Med surge vs other hospital areas?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi Christine! Yeah, so being a CNA in med-surg is a great option! That helps on a resume when going to apply for nursing positions in the future if she goes on to become a RN and, it really shows her a wide variety of patients thus helping her determine if she wants to go into another specialty.

[@ladyfaye06]

I work as a PCA in the float pool and I know med surge isn’t for me, but I get why they say to start there. I think I’m gonna go with my original plan and pursue the ICU or NICU. Great video!

[@Katherine_Ann]

That sounds like an awesome plan!

[@mirandaalexis]

M/S is a specialty for sure and honestly its good for new grads because then they learn how to take care of patients before going into a specific area.

[@LifeRNhungrynursetravels]

Totally agree, and you can jump within a couple of years or even a year!

[@mirandaalexis]

@@LifeRNhungrynursetravels ive precepted numerous nursing students in the ER and some would thrive so much more if they started with M/S

[@snowqueen3398]

I’m med-surg, but on an oncology unit so I kinda have both the little knowledge of a lot and a lot of one.

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi Snow Queen! Fun story for you, I was once floated to a med surg/ oncology unit and it maybe was one of the worst experiences I've ever had... one of the patients I had needed Chemo infusion and I never even saw a bag of it the day before going there... needless to say I didn't even give it lol and I found out I was not actually allowed too. Boy did I have a whole new respect for the ones who worked on that unit!

[@katjorbar]

That new hairstyle and color make you glow like never before!! You're so gorgeous!!

[@educatedwanderer9293]

I've been a critical care nurse for 28 years now, after working as a nursing assistant on med / surg for two years. I have floated to med / surg units and responded to rapid responses there... the nurses on med surg are awesome and I think it is a great and rewarding area to gain experience as well as work for a whole career if you want to.

[@NursePeterMAbraham]

100% agreement. Great job, Katherine!

[@wedgepressure4313]

Hi Peter, I just watched your most recent video and I just subscribed to you. The comments were turned off so i wanted to reach out to you here. I was very moved by your video. I am a new nurse in the cath lab and I love what I do, but I can feel a call to hospice possibly down the road. I have a heart to serve families in this way and it's really great to get a sneak peak into your work. Thank you

[@adahaydeeliriano4279]

Thank you for this video! I am doing my associates on RN and it’s a little intimating but Praying to God for strength and encouragement. ❤️🙏

[@Katherine_Ann]

If you ever need anything I'm an email away!:)

[@adahaydeeliriano4279]

@@Katherine_Ann thank you and God bless.

[@boogotti1173]

​@@Katherine_Annwhat's your email😊

[@lindsey2520]

I love Med Surg ❤️

[@nahdataintit4984]

I still don’t understand exactly what med surg nursing 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@MelloneeKecia]

So much amazing tips and advice and great video as always 👏🏾👍🏾🤗

[@boogotti1173]

Ayee. How are u. What about travel nursing. Is it still krackin?.😊

[@Katherine_Ann]

I'm currently taking a break from it, but I think it's still a great option!

[@kriziaeloraf3581]

I dont want medsurg...but the hospital I got offered it just has oncology and that is the only I want to do. I also interviewed between ICU and ER...not sure which one I want. I think ima lot puppy

[@Katherine_Ann]

Best of luck, you'll get great experience on both units!

[@stevek2121]

Sorry but you didn't bring a new fact to us. I had to say it cause we already knew that in nursing school, but thanks though

[@Katherine_Ann]

Thanks for watching, Steve.

[@laconian]

Thanks for this explanation!

[@Sponez16]

I think medsurg and stepdown are the two best entry level nursing positions for new grads. Lots of hands on skills, prioritization, familiarity with medications and disease processes.

[@Katherine_Ann]

That's great insight!

[@pv2185]

Hey! Thank you for your insights! From watching a few videos on med surg it seems like it's a speciality where you can see almost.. everything. Which seems like a great learning opportunity but I was wondering what your opinion would be on going straight into med- surg as a new graduate nurse (I graduated in April of last year) and this will be my first RN job now in March 2022 almost a year later. I feel as though what I have learned and my practical skills have sort of been forgotten and I wonder if this is really the best place to start, despite my keen interest in it. What do you think?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey, thank you for your comment. I do think med surg is a great starting point for any new grad. You may have the ability to float to other units to help them out as well!

[@caseyjames5452]

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