What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an ICU Nurse (I Learned the Hard Way)

Thinking about becoming an ICU nurse or starting your first job in critical care? These are the things I wish I knew before becoming an ICU nurse — the lessons nursing school couldn’t fully prepare me for. In this video, I’m sharing what I’ve learned working in critical care, from developing ICU nursing skills and managing critically ill patients to communicating with providers, handling difficult shifts, asking questions, and building confidence at the bedside. Whether you’re a new grad nurse interested in the ICU, a nursing student considering critical care, or a nurse transitioning into the ICU, I hope these lessons make your transition a little easier. If you’re on your nursing journey too, subscribe for more ICU nursing, critical care, nursing career, and healthcare content. 💚 Comment below: What’s one thing YOU wish you knew before becoming a nurse? #ICUNurse #CriticalCareNurse #nursing