Rn Role Transition
Problems With Co-Workers in the Transition to an RN Role
Abstract
This paper will explore and discuss the challenges faced by an LPN transitioning to the new RN role. This paper discerns the obstacles of the transition phase in where an LPN is not yet an RN, but is held to such a standard. This paper deliberates the practice of being an assertive communicator; of being able to express emotions and confidence to have positive outcomes. In addition, the LPN will become actively involved in fostering interaction with co-workers, administrators and physicians to have a voice that is valued.
Problems With Co-Workers in the Transition to an RN Role
Becoming a nurse was a dream that became reality for me in October 2012. I had passed the LPN-NCLEX. I was eager and full of hope, looking toward the beginning of a new career for which I had been preparing. The challenge, which alarms me, is the transition phase where I am not yet an RN, but I am held to that standard. My aim is to practice being an assertive communicator as well as foster interaction with co-workers, administrators and …show more content…
Often times, I am not as assertive as I will like to be. I feel since I am new to the nursing field I lack confidence and tend to be rather quiet. I do communicate the needs of my patient to physicians, but I lack the confidence to suggest an intervention that might be beneficial to the patient. Usually, I convey my intervention to the RN and then in turn she talks to the physician about it. In the end, my intervention is implemented in the interest of the patient. I see that being assertive in nursing is a win/win situation in where all parties negotiate for a positive outcome. As I become familiar with different procedures and my skills grow I know that I can become an assertive communicator that is confident, open, and candid with the healthcare
Abstract
This paper will explore and discuss the challenges faced by an LPN transitioning to the new RN role. This paper discerns the obstacles of the transition phase in where an LPN is not yet an RN, but is held to such a standard. This paper deliberates the practice of being an assertive communicator; of being able to express emotions and confidence to have positive outcomes. In addition, the LPN will become actively involved in fostering interaction with co-workers, administrators and physicians to have a voice that is valued.
Problems With Co-Workers in the Transition to an RN Role
Becoming a nurse was a dream that became reality for me in October 2012. I had passed the LPN-NCLEX. I was eager and full of hope, looking toward the beginning of a new career for which I had been preparing. The challenge, which alarms me, is the transition phase where I am not yet an RN, but I am held to that standard. My aim is to practice being an assertive communicator as well as foster interaction with co-workers, administrators and …show more content…
Often times, I am not as assertive as I will like to be. I feel since I am new to the nursing field I lack confidence and tend to be rather quiet. I do communicate the needs of my patient to physicians, but I lack the confidence to suggest an intervention that might be beneficial to the patient. Usually, I convey my intervention to the RN and then in turn she talks to the physician about it. In the end, my intervention is implemented in the interest of the patient. I see that being assertive in nursing is a win/win situation in where all parties negotiate for a positive outcome. As I become familiar with different procedures and my skills grow I know that I can become an assertive communicator that is confident, open, and candid with the healthcare