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What is the best way to avoid nursing burnout as a new grad nurse? #Spring25
I am a college student who just got accepted into nursing school and would like to get some advice and insight on how to navigate being a new nurse after I graduate, how to negotiate pay, and what to look for when choosing a hospital to work for. I am thankful and grateful for any guidance you can give me. #Spring25
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Eunelyn Mae’s Answer
Hi I am Eunelyn, I am a registered nurse, back then as college student, I just keep on my mind that Expect the unexpected and learn new things, and specially on concept of Nursing, from ANATOMY to end etc. because in the end of college life you will handle patient and dealing LIFE, you need to prepare the reality of Patient, Doctors and Staff. You will be the channel of everything as a medical background. so KEPT it up! Believe in yourself and Enjoy life! Eunelyn Mae Cidro
Thank you so much for your insight! I truly appreciate your advice.
Jindriska
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Atri’s Answer
Hi Jindriska!
Really great question! Congratulations on getting accepted into nursing school. I would really advise if you can, during nursing school, to start networking. This includes networking with students that have already graduated or about to graduate, your professors, adjunct faculty. I would advise that you try to get a part-time role as a PCT in a local hospital near you. This will give you so much insight on what a medical work culture looks like. From that, you will also see different cultures during your clinical rotations, try to network there as well! I have had so many nursing students that I have precepted during nursing school who came back to my unit as a new-grad nurses! Talk to the leadership there, ask questions such as their patient ratios, what their work culture is like, how do they advocate for their nurses? If they cannot answer your questions, that is a red flag to look out for. Additionally, when you are about to finish nursing school, about 6 months before you graduate you can start looking at new-grad residencies around you. Start interviewing and compare and contrast salaries and all the above questions considerations I mentioned. From this, you'll have a good baseline to negotiate pay contracts. Good luck!!!
Really great question! Congratulations on getting accepted into nursing school. I would really advise if you can, during nursing school, to start networking. This includes networking with students that have already graduated or about to graduate, your professors, adjunct faculty. I would advise that you try to get a part-time role as a PCT in a local hospital near you. This will give you so much insight on what a medical work culture looks like. From that, you will also see different cultures during your clinical rotations, try to network there as well! I have had so many nursing students that I have precepted during nursing school who came back to my unit as a new-grad nurses! Talk to the leadership there, ask questions such as their patient ratios, what their work culture is like, how do they advocate for their nurses? If they cannot answer your questions, that is a red flag to look out for. Additionally, when you are about to finish nursing school, about 6 months before you graduate you can start looking at new-grad residencies around you. Start interviewing and compare and contrast salaries and all the above questions considerations I mentioned. From this, you'll have a good baseline to negotiate pay contracts. Good luck!!!
Thank you Atri for your wonderful advice. I will definitely do all those things you suggested. It's always great to get advice from people who have gone through the same experiences as you. I was planning on applying for a new grad residency when I graduate. I want to continue and get my Master's in Midwifery eventually but work in labor and delivery for a couple of years before I go back to school. Thank you for letting me know what questions to ask this is extremely helpful!
Thank again!!!
Jindriska
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Natasha’s Answer
Congratulations on choosing your major! Nursing is a very versatile field, that's part of why I love it so much! I would say if you're ever feeling burnt out and considering leaving the field, to keep that versatility in mind and utilize it. If you decide you no longer like med surg you could go into a specialty like dialysis, ER or ICU. If you decide you want to work with kids instead of adults there's labor and delivery, pediatrics, or neonatal ICU. If you're sick of being at the bedside altogether you can always teach, go back to school and get an advanced degree, do flight nursing, occupational health, forensic nursing; there's lots of options!
Just keep in mind that if you do start to feel burnt out and you can't reignite your flame where you currently are, that doesn't mean you should leave the field! You can choose a different path within nursing and start a whole new career.
Good luck!
Just keep in mind that if you do start to feel burnt out and you can't reignite your flame where you currently are, that doesn't mean you should leave the field! You can choose a different path within nursing and start a whole new career.
Good luck!
Thank you Natasha for your great advice. I do agree that nursing is very versatile and it's not a one size fits all career. I appreciate your guidance. Thanks again!!
Jindriska
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Janeen’s Answer
Congratulations on your nursing school acceptance. Our patients are why we exist, and it is imperative that we support them but also keep in mind that you must take care of yourself to do this. In nursing school and beyond there are stressful schedules, so always remember to give your body proper nutrition, sleep, and relaxation time to prevent burn out.
The last of my advice is to network within a variety of nursing areas. As aforementioned, nursing school rotations will provide some exposure, but outside of that, networking helps to create a career path. When we follow career paths it can prevent burn out because striving toward the future goal also reveals necessary steps to get there. A set a pathway to focus on can turn around even the most challenging of days.
Wishing you continued success!
The last of my advice is to network within a variety of nursing areas. As aforementioned, nursing school rotations will provide some exposure, but outside of that, networking helps to create a career path. When we follow career paths it can prevent burn out because striving toward the future goal also reveals necessary steps to get there. A set a pathway to focus on can turn around even the most challenging of days.
Wishing you continued success!
Thank you Janeen for your amazing advice! I truly appreciate you taking the time to offer your experience within this career path. There is a large community of nurses that has been through this journey I am currently on and I am glad you are one of them!
Jindriska