Lots of orientation.
I started the day with breakfast and an all hands meet. Those of us who just arrived as well as those who are leaving were asked to stand. I'm starting to feel a little less anonymous which is comforting.
After that we moved into OR orientation, met with IS to get internet and ship email set up, and then I finally got to see the PACU and meet my new colleagues. I got to see the layout of the paperwork which isn't really all that different from what is normally done in the places I have worked. After that I sat with a little girl who was sitting on her father's lap getting ready for surgery. His faith in us was unwavering. Caring for anyone's child is a humbling experience and this seemed more profound than most. Strange people, from strange places, who speak strange languages are bestowed with the solemn responsibility to care for this little one. It's humbling.
This precious little one was obviously nervous. You don't have to speak the same language to understand fear. She colored a butterfly coloring page which helped to put her mind on something else besides the upcoming procedure. Initially she refused to speak so we just sat there while I handed her crayons that she picked out. With the help of the translator I got her to open up a bit. I think I even saw a hint of a smile.
Then, more orientation... 😆
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