Pathway To ICU

Your constant companion during a transition to ICU nursing

Karen Ann Thompson

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Palmetto Publishing
21 November 2023

Study & learning skills: general; Nursing; Intensive care nursing; Medical study & revision guides & reference material

Written for graduate, medical floor, and surgical floor nurses, Pathway to ICU is a handy guidebook meant to encourage a transition or prep for an exciting entrance in the ICU.

Designed to assist floor nurses transitioning to the demanding realm of intensive care or new nurses starting their first shifts in the ICU, this indispensable handbook offers a wealth of insights, practical suggestions, and valuable resources to ensure a seamless and successful transition. Guidance you'll find in this handbook includes:

- The knowledge and skills expected of an ICU nurse.

- Potential scenarios you may encounter-and how to navigate them with confidence and expertise.

- How to sharpen your analytical skills and become a nimble learner.

- Effective communication tactics that enable you to interact empathetically with patients, families, and the healthcare team, ensuring the highest quality care.

- Ways to manage your expectations and stress that accompanies the transition.

While ICU nurses come from diverse backgrounds, certain abilities and mindsets pave the way for triumph. Learn how to embrace the challenge of a different patient load and the intensity of the ICU environment, where your ability to multitask and execute tasks promptly is paramount.

Set sail on this self-directed voyage, knowing you have the tools and support to flourish in your new role. Pathway to ICU is your compass to steer you towards a rewarding and fulfilling career in intensive care nursing

By: Karen Ann Thompson
Imprint: Palmetto Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 172g
ISBN: 9798822920071
Pages: 46
Publication Date: 21 November 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Karen Ann Thompson M.S., RN has been a nurse since 1984. She received her Bachelors of Science from UTMB School of Nursing and her Masters of Science in Nursing (Nurse Administration) from the University of Houston. As a Native Houstonian, she still lives in the city and works as a staff nurse in surgical services at a local hospital. She hopes one day to obtain a research position outside of the hospital. In her free time, Karen Thompson enjoys yoga, strength training, baking, and spending time with her three grown children and three grandchildren.