13 Tips for New ICU Nurses | What I Wish I Knew Before My First Shift

Here are some of the tips I wish I knew when I first graduated nursing school and went straight into the ICU.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Tips For New ICU Nurses
01:19 #1 Seek Out a Good Preceptor
05:17 #2 Come With a Teachable Mentality
06:30 #3 Learn About Common ICU Nursing Principles
07:24 #4 Pay Attention to Your Certifications
09:41 #5 Ask Questions
10:22 #6 Try To Get a Routine Going
12:54 #7 Stop Thinking About the NCLEX
14:06 #8 Find a Mentor
14:43 #9 Form Friendships
15:59 #10 Find a Way To Manage Your Stress
17:04 #11 Be Mindful of ICU Nurse Personality
18:27 #12 Do Not Work Crazy Hours
19:20 #13 Be Your Own Advocate

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