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seeking pro tipsfor ICU / step down nursing!

i’m starting a new job in a step down unit and i’m nervous 😬

any pro tips, resources, ideas for a new ICU step down RN?

(i’m coming from outpatient reproductive nursing so it’s a whole new ballgame…gotta relearn a LOT)

#nursing #rn #nurse #icu #stepdownicu

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