can you believe it's already May? where is the time going? January 16th was my first day on the job as a Registered Nurse and I really can't believe that May 1st is already here because tonight marks the last night for ICU orientation. starting tomorrow night I'll be on my own without people watching over my back minute after minute. it wasn't a bad experience but it sure was a lot of pressure performing nursing care while fellow co-workers analyzed and critiqued each move I made. this also included a multitude of suggestions of how "they would do it" and for me to "find my own way"! CONFUSING!!! you think one way is good and then another nurse comes along and says this might be better. damnit, where is the continuity and consistency. i guess that's what makes the nursing profession dynamic and challenging. there is seriously NO one answer. i'm sure over time i'll find my own ways and hopefully become one of those nurses others look up to!