If I could gift wrap all of the lessons I learned as a nursing student and new graduate and share them with current students, novices and even those considering a career in nursing, I would "Heart Nursing" is just that. It's a gift to those who wonder what the first months as a bedside nurse are truly like. Will it be hard? Did you learn everything you needed to in school? What can you expect to experience? In these pages are my honest and simple answers. All that I have learned about teamwork, prioritizing, unexpected situations, losing patients and compassion are here. Nursing is such an incredible journey. I hope this book helps to prepare you as you embark on it