Being able to manage vents and drips is just the beginning
Assertiveness, tact, and rationality are just as important as textbook knowledge
The journey is worth it
Whether it’s through 10+ years of articles, courses, podcasts, emails, or events, my #1 priority is to help you feel confident and prepared at the bedside on an intensive care unit.
Kati Kleber, MSN, RN
If you’re gearing up for clinicals or have recently stepped into a role as an ICU nurse, we’ve got your back with the essential information you’ll need, the key inquiries to make, and a glimpse into what you can anticipate, ensuring you dive into your learning journey with confidence.
While your nursing school textbooks and preceptorship are designed to be your foundation, here at FreshRN, we understand that real-world practice often diverges from theory. You aced your ICU exams months (or even years) ago. Your hospital assumes you have a solid grasp of ICU nursing and will focus on refining your practical skills rather than revisiting the theoretical underpinnings.
Factor in the natural inclination to want to appear competent and knowledgeable as the new member of the team. It’s only human to be hesitant about asking questions for fear of seeming uninformed. However, this inclination can lead to vital information being overlooked. The resources provided below aim to address this and provide you with the confidence and clarity you need as an ICU nurse!
Get ICU Drips for Beginners
A self-paced freeemail course for students and nurses new to critical care.
Discover everything you need to know to become an Intensive Care (ICU), nurse. From the interview to the job, this is your complete guide. Table of ContentsWhat is an ICU Nurse?ICU Nurse ResponsibilitiesHow To Become an ICU Nurse When You are a New NurseBecoming an...
You're a brand new ICU nurse or nursing student preparing to set foot in an intensive care unit for the very first time. (Talk about intimidating!) You're nervous, but up for the challenge. You want to familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of an ICU and want to...
Trust me, you'll be as happy to see these arrive in your inbox as you are when you see a therapeutic blood sugar level.
Kati Kleber, MSN, RN
Founder of FreshRN
The founder and educator behind FreshRN® is a nurse educator, author, national speaker, host of the FreshRN Podcast, and owner of FreshRN® – an online platform created to educate, encourage, and motivate newly licensed nurses in innovative ways.
on October 9, 2023
