“Should be required reading for all new nurses, those who are recent grads, and those reentering the workforce. It is the most honest, practical, comprehensive, and straight-talking book available for nurses.”—LeAnn Thieman, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul and Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul, Second Dose
“A must-read for all new graduates. Keep it under your pillow and read it again and again. Think of it as your go-to best friend and guide to begin—and nourish—your career. It will help you fall and stay in love with the most wonderful career imaginable.”—Donna C. Maheady, EdD, ARNP; founder of ExceptionalNurse
“Gives the reader an education on what can’t necessarily be gleaned from school in a ‘real life’ format.”—Arlene Koch, RN; former new hire support and retention coordinator, CES, Methodist Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois
“The tips and information provided will make a positive difference in getting a job, surviving the first two years, and getting ahead in the nursing profession. It is informative and exciting to read.”—Leo-Felix M. Jurado, PhD, RN, APN, NE-BC, CNE, FAAN; professor and chairperson, William Patterson University Department of Nursing
“Speaks to some of the most contemporary issues facing a new nurse: the anxieties of taking responsibility for patient-care decisions, the challenges of working with multidisciplinary teams, communicating and collaborating with physicians, and ‘finding yourself ’ as a professional within a fast-paced, not always welcoming environment. I recommend this read for any new nurse struggling to see the whole picture and wanting to make their mark on the profession.”—Dr. Judy Boychuk Duchscher, RN, BScN, MN, PhD; associate professor, School of Nursing, Thompson Rivers University; director, Nursing the Future
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