A new graduate desires a position in labor and delivery; however, no position is available. What is the best advice for this nurse?
a. Continue to study to keep skills current and wait for desired position.
b. Return to college until a position in labor or delivery opens.
c. Accept another nursing position and transfer into labor and delivery when a position is available.
d. Practice obstetrical skills in a simulation lab then present evidence of competency to potential employer.
ANS: C
Correct: Entry level positions in labor and delivery may be difficulty to find. Accepting a position in another area of the hospital will allow the novice nurse an opportunity to improve her skills and develop clinical decision-making as she waits for an open position in labor and delivery.
Incorrect:
a. Lifelong learning is always important for all nurses and reviewing materials will keep the nurse up to date; however, much is to be gained with experience.
b. Returning to school until a position in labor and delivery is available may prolong the wait time because lateral transfers from one department to another are usually before outside hires.
d. Practicing obstetrical skills in a simulation lab on campus will help retain essential skills but will not help the nurse gain initial entry into the system.
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