Transition Journal of Nursing

Transitioning to Nursing: Making the Leap from One Career to Another

Transitioning to Nursing: Making the Leap from One Career to Another

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Switching careers can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding decision, especially when moving into the field of nursing. Whether you're coming from a completely different profession or a related field, the transition to nursing requires careful planning, dedication, and a passion for helping others. This article explores the challenges and rewards of leaving one career to pursue nursing and offers practical advice to help you navigate this significant change.

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Submitted by Sandra Beyers
Embracing Change

Embracing Change

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Exemplar of my nursing experience of my transition from ER nurse to an ICU nurse.

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Submitted by Maria C. Hatter, RN, BSN
Making the Transition From Student to Working RN

Making the Transition From Student to Working RN

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Guidelines and tips for transitioning to working nurse and additional tips on surviving the first year.

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Submitted by Ron Simpson, RN
Examining the Transition for New Graduate Professional RN 

Examining the Transition for New Graduate Professional RN 

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Transition into the role of the professional nurse is cause for great excitement and apprehension for the student nurse. As a soon to be BSN graduate, this author noted a similar theme amongst classmates which provided an opportunity for inquiry to highlight key strategies for successful transition for the entry-level professional nurse

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Submitted by Tammy L. Stuart MS, RN
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