1. Read policies and follow them. Especially, ones related to Documentation, Assessment, and Medication Administration.
2.Clarify orders. Don't worry about who gets mad. Just Do it!
3. Read the chart.
4. Make rounds, if possible before report too.Write what fluids are running, any drains,02, tubes, etc.
5. Ask questions, call for help when something doesn't seem right. Use your Rapid Response Teams and Evidence Based Practice Resources.