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| 19 Jan 2021 | Surviving a 12-Hour Shift | 00:33:47 | |
In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are giving their best tips to survive a 12-hour shift! From what to wear, to teamwork they get down to the details of what supports them through these long and tiring shifts. With Kristen being a night shift new nurse, and Maddi being a day shift more seasoned nurse, this episode is full of tips from both of their perspectives and it’s not just what physically helps them through their nursing shifts! Tune in to hear their best advice for your next 12-hour shift! 01:00 Do you prefer to work 3 12-hour shifts? 04:00 What is a typical 12 hour night shift like for you? 06:30 Do you meal prep before going in to work? 08:20 How do you keep your energy up throughout a 12-hour shift? 10:00 Tips and tricks to get yourself to drink enough water! 11:50 What shoes do you wear while you’re on your feet for 12 hours? 16:40 Compression socks vs regular socks! 17:30 Do you wear underscrubs? 19:20 How does your shift run differently when you ask or offer help with co-workers? 21:00 It’s ok to ask for help! Benefits of working as a team! 24:30 How do you handle not being able to get to EVERYTHING within your 12-hour shift? 27:40 How do you take breaks during a 12-hour shift? 30:30 What works best for you to be able to get through your shift? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward https://www.instagram.com/themaddiward/?hl=en
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| 08 Mar 2022 | Inspiring the Next Generation of Nurses with @catgolden.inspires | 00:39:01 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
Resources + Links: Learn more about Nurses Inspire Nurses!
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Show Notes: Are you ready to feel inspired? This episode, we have the CEO & founder of Nurses Inspire Nurses, Cat Golden, here to share her nursing & business journey with us! Together, we’ll explore the power and importance behind nurturing a strong, supportive community for all nurses. What can we do to inspire and uplift others? And how can we not only take care of others, but also prioritize ourselves? Today is an ultra-positive, ultra-supportive episode you won’t want to miss! Join us and learn how to get inspired so you can go inspire!
00:40 Meet the incredible Cat Golden, CEO & founder of Nurses Inspire Nurses! 02:10 Who is Cat Golden? 05:35 What was your nursing journey like before Nurses Inspire Nurses? 08:35 Knowing your secret superpower. 10:25 How did you start your business? 15:55 Why should we be supporting each other? 18:05 Why do we need to support nursing students? 19:40 How did it feel to take Nurses Inspire Nurses full time? 23:40 Prioritizing your happiness. 26:00 What made you realize you needed to make a change? 27:40 Pushing through the fear. 31:50 What can people take away from Nurses Inspire Nurses? 36:50 What final advice do you have for anyone listening? | |||
| 05 Jul 2022 | Debunking Nursing Myths | 00:40:23 | |
In This Episode, We Chat About: A BIG milestone we just crossed here with the podcast! Updates on work recently! Common myths about nursing from simple misconceptions to the absurd! Resources + Links:
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Show Notes: Let’s debunk some myths and go on a tangent about Grey’s Anatomy to kick off SEASON SIX! Whether this is your first or 66th episode you’re joining us for, we are so glad you are here! We just crossed 200K downloads and are so excited and proud of this amazing community! In this episode we’re debunking myths from misconceptions about what schedules look like, to thoughts about nursing that are outright wrong! For the listener who is thinking about nursing as their career, the one in nursing school, or the veteran…we’d love to hear which of these myths resonated with you the most, and if you have any others we didn’t cover! Tag us on Instagram with your favorite debunked myth!!
01:30 *Spoiler* we just hit 200k downloads!!! 03:00 How work has been for Maddi! 05:40 Participating in donor walks. 08:00 Work updates from Kristen! 14:40 Nursing is “only for women”. 17:00 Is it easy to find a job because there is a nursing shortage? 19:15 What nursing jobs are out there outside of working bedside at a hospital? 22:50 Do you think everyone should start by working in Med Surg? 24:20 Do you work three 12 hour shifts in a row? 27:50 Our thoughts on whether nursing is a safe job. 31:00 Can nurses make medical decisions on their own? 34:15 “People become Nurses because they couldn’t become Doctors.” 36:00 A little chat about Grey’s Anatomy. | |||
| 05 Jan 2021 | Our Life in Scrubs | 00:28:35 | |
Welcome to the very first episode of the Life In Scrubs Podcast! This is the podcast hosted by nurses, for nurses! So it only seems fitting for this first episode, to learn more about our hosts Kristen Salisbury and Maddi Ward! Tune in to hear about the origin of this podcast, as well as how Maddi and Kristen went through nursing school and started their careers. Over this past year, our hosts had looked to find a podcast like this, with candid conversations and a community that brought nurses together. When they didn’t find exactly what they were looking for, they decided to create it. Welcome to Life In Scrubs! We are so excited to be starting this journey with you! 01:15 We couldn’t find a podcast like this - so we created it! 02:30 What was it like graduating nursing school in the middle of a pandemic? 04:30 How have things changed for nurses in hospitals because of COVID-19? 08:00 What Unit did you work on as a new nurse? 10:15 What piqued your interest and made you decide you wanted to work in the ICU? 11:20 How was your nursing program structured? 12:20 Did you work while going through nursing school? 13:20 What was it like doing the Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) and working full-time? 15:10 Did you have any experience working in a hospital before becoming a nurse? 17:00 Getting to watch surgeries as a volunteer! 19:00 What do you outside of nursing that you enjoy? 24:00 How we balance life and work as nurses! 25:20 What we hope to create with this podcast! ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | Keep Calm and Pass the NCLEX with @yournursingeducator | 00:38:26 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
Resources + Links: Connect with Barbara on Instagram | @yournursingeducator
Learn more at NurseIQ!
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Show Notes: Are you nervous about your NCLEX? Today we’re joined by nurse and educator, Barbara (AKA @yournursingeducator), who is here to share all she knows about the NCLEX and passing it! We’ll discuss our top resources and advice so you know what to expect going in. What is the best way to study and practice? How can you prepare yourself to get that passing mark? No matter if it’s your first time taking the NCLEX or the second (or third!) time, we know you’ll learn something valuable on today’s podcast. So tune in and learn how to dominate your NCLEX!
00:40 Meet the founder of NurseIQ and our nursing educator for today: Barbara! 01:40 What is your history as a nurse and nursing educator? 04:50 How do you balance your schedule? 08:25 What are your goals for the new year? 11:35 What is NurseIQ, and how do you teach others? 15:55 What was your NCLEX experience? 19:45 How did you make your NCLEX guide? 22:40 How is the NCLEX changing? 24:25 What is the best way to study? 25:20 How did you study for the NCLEX? 29:35 What advice do you have for people who didn’t pass the first try? 32:40 The most important thing to keep in mind. 34:00 What advice would you want to share with others? | |||
| 31 Aug 2021 | Beyond the Bedside with Clinical Trials Research Nurse Jordin Rice | 00:38:27 | |
Let’s talk about nursing beyond the bedside! We’re so excited to chat with clinical trials research nurse, Jordin Rice! Having gained experience as a bedside nurse, Jordin made the switch to clinical trials research and is sharing how it has helped her grow as a nurse! Along with some behind the scenes of the clinical trials world, Jordin is sharing some incredible advice for all nurses out there...your nursing journey doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Nursing is such an incredible field with so many specialties. There is a place for you to make an impact as a nurse, in a specialty you uniquely feel called to!
01:15 How did you get involved with FIGS? 02:30 Did you always know you wanted to be a nurse? 04:00 Making the switch from bedside to clinical trials research. 07:50 When you applied for the research position, did you know it would be with Pulmonary Hypertension? 09:40 Do you work closely with hospitals around you, or mainly the FDA? 13:15 Have you found most nurses in research have previous bedside experience? 15:00 What does your day-to-day schedule look like? 19:00 What does it take to be a clinical research nurse? 22:15 Helping patients heal from disease beyond their hospital stay. 25:00 Do you find it’s hard to find patients to apply for clinical trials, or is there an abundance of applicants? 26:40 What drives you to advocate for others? 29:30 What are some changes you would like to see for clinical research? 31:50 Where research and bedside skills meet! 34:00 You can create your own path in your nursing career!
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| 15 Feb 2022 | Q+A: Season 4 | 00:37:01 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: You asked for it, so we’re answering it! For our Season 4 finale, we’re doing a fun, chill Q&A session going over the questions you’ve all sent in for us! If you’ve ever wondered how we deal with imposter syndrome, our goals for this year, or what our favorite color of scrubs are, then look no further than this episode. We’ll talk about travel nursing, studying for NCLEX, learning from past mistakes, and more. Let’s wrap up this season by exploring your questions together!
01:15 What is your favorite lunch bag for work? 04:15 What is your favorite thing to order from the cafeteria? 05:30 How do you overcome imposter syndrome? 08:35 Learning how to accept compliments. 10:45 When should you start studying for NCLEX? 14:45 If you could wear one color of scrubs forever, what would it be? 17:10 What would you tell your nursing student self? 21:00 What would you like to see happen in your life this year? 23:55 If you did travel nursing, which city would you apply to? 25:35 The appeal of travel nursing. 28:25 What is the first thing you should do to become a nurse? 31:20 What is a mistake you’ve made, and how did you learn from it? 35:55 What is coming up in Season 5? | |||
| 01 Mar 2022 | All Things 12 Hour Shift | 00:30:48 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: What goes on before, during, and after a 12 hour shift. How to survive your shift. How to prepare for a 12 hour shift. The best way to reduce stress and anxiety & decompress.
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Show Notes: What really goes on during a 12 hour shift? More importantly, how do you survive!? Today, we’re going over everything you need to know to help you get through those long hour shifts! We’ll discuss what you can do to prepare for your shift, including how to relax and lessen your anxiety so you can set yourself up for success. Then, it’s time to dive into what happens during the shift and what you can do to stay organized and updated. Finally, we’ll share our tips on the best ways to decompress and recuperate afterwards. By the end of this episode, you won’t have to fear the 12 hour shift any longer!
00:40 How do you make it through a 12 hour shift? 02:20 Prepping the day prior to a shift. 05:20 How do you cut down anxiety? 07:05 What should you do when you’re on shift, from a day perspective? 09:45 What should you do when you’re on shift, from a night perspective? 11:05 Tips for charting. 13:25 Why is taking breaks so important? 14:45 Staying updated with chart reviews. 17:30 What can you do during downtime? 18:45 What do you need to do at the end of your shift? 21:35 What do you do after you get off shift? 24:10 How to burn energy before sleep. 27:25 What is the best way to get through 12 hour shifts? | |||
| 09 Feb 2021 | The In’s and Out’s of Interviews | 00:35:16 | |
We’re back for another episode of Life In Scrubs! Our hosts Kristen and Maddi are talking all about interviewing for your nursing job! Per usual here on the podcast Kristen and Maddi share their different experiences from having to interview via ZOOM during the pandemic, to what impressed them when interviewing potential candidates to join their own unit! Tune in to hear their best tips from getting an interview, preparing for it, and how to follow through to get the nursing job you want! 01:40 What was your interview process like during the pandemic? 03:30 Differences between Maddi’s Tele and ICU interviews! 06:30 What should you bring to your interview? 07:20 What should nursing students do to help get an interview during their last semester? 09:50 What research should you do to prepare for your interview? 12:30 What NOT to do for your interview! 14:40 What can you do to show confidence during your interview? 15:40 Questions we were asked when we were interviewed! 21:00 The questions YOU should ask in your interview! 23:40 What can I do to stand out as I end the interview? 26:50 What should I wear to my interview? 29:40 Our tips for answering questions and telling a story! 32:15 What should I do to follow up after my interview? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 07 Dec 2021 | Study Smarter, not harder with these MUST KNOW tips | 00:33:10 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: Are you studying hard - or are you studying smart? This episode, we’re sharing our top study tips to keep you mindful and focused all throughout nursing school! What is the best way to study? What are the pitfalls you should be avoiding? How can you stay on top of your work and your classes? We want you to start studying better than ever, which is why we’re going through all the useful (and accessible!) study tools and resources you should know! Listen in and learn how to take your study game to the next level!
00:45 What is the best way to study? 02:00 How do we use technology to study? 05:35 How can you fully utilize Google Docs and PowerPoints? 07:55 Open labs and other opportunities for experience. 10:45 Should you read ahead before classes? 12:00 What are the benefits to having study groups? 13:40 Where are the best places to study? 15:15 Are notecards good study tools? 17:10 How long should you study for? 19:10 Using question banks. 20:15 Is it better to read aloud? 21:10 Should you try different ways to learn? 23:55 Studying to memorize vs. studying to understand. 28:10 How can friends make or break your experience? 30:40 Reaching out to your professors. | |||
| 21 Jun 2022 | Cancer Prevention + Healthy Living with Oncology Nurse Navigator Becky Trupp | 00:34:15 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: Advice and helpful resources for cancer prevention. How to form healthy habits for a healthy lifestyle. Tips for night shift nurses, new grads, and nurses interested in non-bedside jobs.
Resources + Links: Follow Becky on Instagram | @rstrn
Get involved at https://nurseshealthstudy.org/
Learn more about cancer prevention at https://www.aicr.org/
Check out these other organizations, studies, and resources: American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org for screening information Oncology Nursing Society: www.ons.org for navigator resources and core competencies! Nurses Health Study: https://nurseshealthstudy.org/ Lots of publications from their data on the site. Here is a link to join the new study: https://www.nhs3.org/
Indeed.com also has some good resources for helping evaluate/thinking through next steps in finding a job you’ll enjoy.
Check out these articles: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Night shift and cancer risk https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2021/04/27/nightshift-cancer/ Moving past fear, Donna Cardillo: https://donnacardillo.com/articles/movingpastfear/
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Show Notes: How can we create and promote healthier lifestyles? This week we have a new guest joining us: Becky Trupp, an oncology nurse navigator from the Seville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center! With 32 years of experience under her belt, Becky will share her wisdom on cancer prevention and healthy living for nurses just like you. We’ll cover what you need to know about cancer prevention so you can help keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Then, we’ll go over useful tips for night shift nurses to look out for, as well as advice for those interested in getting involved in non-bedside jobs. We’ve got your key to a healthier future right here!
00:40 Meet Becky Trupp, an oncology nurse navigator from the Seville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center! 01:30 How did you get to where you are today? 04:20 Opening yourself up to new possibilities. 07:30 Where did you go after you were let go from your high risk job? 09:10 How have your experiences with past jobs helped you in the present? 10:15 What do you do at your center? 11:15 What do you think is most important for nurses to know about cancer prevention? 14:50 How does working the night shift affect nurses? 16:35 What are some resources you recommend for nurses? 18:10 What tips do you have for night shift nurses to take care of themselves? 20:55 Forming small habits to create big changes in your lifestyle. 24:15 How can someone get involved in more non-bedside jobs? 27:20 Would you recommend a new grad have experience before going into a nurse navigation position? 31:25 Where can people look for more information on cancer prevention? | |||
| 28 Dec 2021 | 21 Things we learned in 2021 | 00:41:36 | |
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Show Notes: What has 2021 taught you this year? On today’s episode, we’re going over the 21 things we’ve learned this year - from new habits to finances to self care and everything in between! We’ve learned a lot about ourselves over the past year, and now we’re sharing it all with you! How much did 2021 change us? What are the things we’re bringing with us into the new year, and what are the things we want to leave behind? Join us as we look back on 2021, so we can start looking forward to 2022!
00:45 How fast did 2021 fly by for you? 03:10 When do you put your Christmas decorations away? 04:15 What did we learn in 2021? 04:45 “Just do you”. 05:25 Why should we focus on making ourselves happy? 07:00 What is the beauty of teaching? 08:40 How do you push yourself to go for it? 11:45 Making small habits for big changes. 13:10 What did you learn about yourself that you’re not proud of? 14:40 How do you build your confidence? 16:35 What has COVID taught us about family and relationships? 18:25 How do you know who the true friends in your life are? 20:20 What do we need to realize about social media? 23:10 The importance of setting boundaries and saying “no”. 25:15 What does self care mean? 28:00 What did you learn about finances? 29:25 What is your love language? 32:40 How has therapy helped you this year? 34:15 Learning to let go. 35:45 How do you prioritize your life? 37:15 What has this podcast taught us? | |||
| 24 Aug 2021 | Dear New Grad Nurse | 00:24:59 | |
Dear New Grad Nurse, this is what I want you to know as you step into this whole new world of nursing through a pandemic. You are not alone! In this episode, we get to hear from Maddi as she shares her thoughts and hopes for future and current nurses. Seeing new grads share online how nursing is different than they expected, and currently being a preceptor on her unit as well, Maddi is sharing some tips and advice as you get your start in this amazing career during a particularly challenging time. Transitioning from nursing school to being hired for your first nursing position can feel like a huge leap in the best of times. For those who are getting their start during the pandemic, know that you are not alone, that there is power in talking to a support system, and you have us here at Life In Scrubs cheering you on!
02:30 Nothing has been like this past year of navigating COVID as a nurse. 05:40 This new world of transitioning from nursing school to being a new grad. 08:00 How to advocate for your learning! 11:00 My biggest advice for avoiding burnout. 13:30 Don’t let the pandemic keep you from pursuing your career as a nurse. 16:15 Who is your support system? 20:00 Benefits of talking to a therapist or other people you trust. 22:30 You are not alone! Connect with us.
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| 15 Mar 2022 | Favorite & Least Favorite Things About Being an ICU Nurse | 00:22:52 | |
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Show Notes: Do you want to know if ICU is right for I-C-you? Today, Maddi is flying solo and sharing her top favorite and least favorite things about being an ICU nurse! What are the pros and cons of working ICU? Do the positives outweigh the negatives? How do you know if you’re a good fit for ICU? From the highest highs to the lowest lows, this episode will cover everything you’ll need to know about what life as an ICU nurse actually looks like!
00:40 Why is today a solo episode? 02:25 How did I get involved in ICU? 04:50 What are the patient ratios in ICU? 07:45 Having easy access to the medical team. 10:05 What is so nice about flexible scheduling and extra shifts? 11:10 What drew me to ICU? 12:25 How does nursing provide opportunities for growth? 14:00 How does ICU give nurses more autonomy? 15:35 Working in a high stress environment. 16:20 What does physical labor look like in ICU? 17:40 How to deal with difficult patients and/or family members. 19:10 What is the most heartbreaking thing about working ICU? 21:05 How do you know if ICU is right for you? | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | How to be "THAT" Nurse | 00:35:36 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: Things to DO and NOT DO to be the best co-worker. Ways to connect with your co-workers, support them and feel supported in return!
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Show Notes: Simple as it may be, treating your co-workers how you want to be treated goes a long way! In this episode, we’re sharing qualities we see in our favorite co-workers that we emulate. Of course there are a couple examples we’ve seen too that we want to make sure we DON’T do! In a career where teamwork is so important, this episode is a great reminder of how to intentionally show up to work, and qualities you want to look for when you’re applying for jobs. We’d love to hear what qualities you think make an amazing co-worker! Shoot us a DM on Instagram @lifeinscrubspodcast
02:00 What makes you that “work bestie” co-worker you can depend on? 04:30 How to be approachable and help as a true team player. 07:15 Don’t be a “lone wolf” nurse. 10:00 When do you ask for help from your co-workers? 14:40 How do you plan and cover your breaks? 19:00 How we prep for a smooth shift change. 21:30 Say no to gossip! 22:40 Are the nurses on your unit flexible with switching shifts? 26:15 How to create relationships with other nurses on your unit! 29:00 You are not above any tasks!
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| 22 Feb 2022 | Mistakes to Avoid as a New Grad | 00:32:49 | |
In This Episode, We Chat About: Ways to prepare for your shifts, personally and professionally! Things to watch out for during report. Examples of trusting your gut and times you’ll likely need help. The reminder that it’s ok to ask for help AND ask questions! (Seasoned nurses need this too!)
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Show Notes: The season of your career as a New Grad is exciting, nerve wracking, and full of SO MUCH LEARNING! As this happens to be the beginning of Season 5, it felt like the perfect time to reflect on the beginning of our careers as nurses. This episode is full of things we wish someone would have told us when we were getting started as new grads! From avoiding drama, to tips when receiving report, we hope this gives you the confidence to know things you can do to set yourself up for success! One of the things we love about nursing, regardless of the first job you dive into, is there are seasoned nurses there to support you! We know what it felt like to get started, and we’re glad to be part of the nursing community to support you too!
01:40 The first mistake to avoid (and red flag to watch out for during your preceptorship!) 04:30 What is the policy? 06:20 How to avoid burnout and spreading yourself too thin. 08:00 What if there is drama on the unit? 10:40 Do your actions show that you are dependable? 13:15 Extra benefits of showing up early for your shifts as a new grad! 13:50 Benefits of doing bedside report! 18:40 Maddi’s experience being able to pick up a change quickly because she did bedside report. 20:00 What should I do when I make mistakes? (Mistakes happen! Here’s how to handle it!) 20:40 Communicate if you don’t feel safe and comfortable with a patient assignment. 23:20 What should I do when I have questions? 24:40 Take this as permission to ASK FOR HELP! You’ll have opportunities to help too! 26:20 Examples of trusting your gut! 29:30 How can I keep myself a priority on the list of people I’m taking care of? | |||
| 14 Dec 2021 | Which specialty fits my personality best? | 00:41:33 | |
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Show Notes: Have you ever wondered which nursing specialty is best for you? Today, our goal is to help you figure that out! From critical care all the way to non-bedside work, we’re discussing which specialty matches you and your personality type! What are the qualities necessary for the different areas of nursing? Who works best with what, and why? We’ll be considering both the strengths you should have and the weaknesses you should look out for, so you can pursue your healthcare dreams. There’s a specialty for everyone, so let’s find yours!
00:45 Finding the specialty best for your personality type. 02:25 What kind of personality fits med surg and telemetry? 05:50 What works best for ICU? 11:00 How about ER? How is it different from ICU? 17:05 What personality type suits OR? 21:25 What sort of person fits working hospice? 25:10 Who works best with pediatrics? 28:55 What about non-bedside work? 31:10 Will being a school nurse suit you? 33:30 The personality type that best matches psych. 36:00 Who is suited for wound nursing? 39:40 Where do you fit best? | |||
| 21 Sep 2021 | Motivation + Taking Charge of Your Nursing Journey with The Mama Coach, Carrie Bruno | 00:38:23 | |
We’re back with another episode full of info we never heard in nursing school! There are so many options for you in the field of nursing beyond the bedside, including owning your own business. Today’s guest is Founder and CEO of The Mama Coach, Carrie Bruno! With years of experience as a Labor and Delivery nurse, Carrie saw a need families had for support preparing to have their baby and long after they were discharged from the hospital. Carrie shares her story of what inspired her to build her own nursing business, how she’s grown it as a license-based model, and the freedom she’s gained as her own boss. Regardless of what your journey looks like in the wonderful world of nursing, the good news is you never have to feel stuck. There is a place for you and the unique skills you have as a nurse!
02:15 What has your nursing journey looked like? 05:40 What inspired you to start your own nursing business? 08:00 Transitioning from working full-time nights, to going all-in on The Mama Coach. 12:30 Growing into a license based-business with over 70 nurses! 15:50 The flexibility and time freedom of being your own boss. 21:00 Nursing beyond the bedside. 25:15 One great thing about nursing is you don’t have to feel stuck. 28:40 Who does The Mama Coach serve? 32:30 What is some advice you give to nurses that team up with you?
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| 06 Apr 2021 | Chatting All Things CRNA with @sassyanesthesia | 00:38:12 | |
We couldn’t be more excited to have our first guest on the podcast! Marissa of @sassyanesthesia sat down with us to share everything about CRNA school from what experience will move you in the right direction, to writing your resume and standing out to get into a CNRA program. Marissa shares her story, what has drawn her to anesthesia, and how she has gone the extra mile to make sure she was prepared to take on her CRNA program and eventually the role itself!
01:30 Meet Marissa (aka @sassyanesthesia)! 03:30 Do you feel you should have CVICU experience before applying to CRNA school? 05:00 Does everyone in your program have ICU experience? 06:10 What led you to want to go into anesthesia? 08:30 What do CRNA’s do? 10:40 Where do you want to work when you graduate? 12:30 How is your school’s program set up? How long does it take to complete? 16:00 What requirements do you need to have to apply for CRNA school? 19:20 What looks good on your resume when applying for a CRNA program? 22:00 How can I stand out as an applicant? 24:30 What advice would you give your past self before getting into the program? 26:20 How long do you study? 28:00 Is it possible to work while you’re in the program? 29:15 Did you do anything to financially prepare for CRNA school? 34:40 What is your biggest tip for someone wanting to become a CRNA?
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| 28 Jun 2022 | Season 5 Q+A | 01:04:05 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: Advice for nursing students and new grads, including NCLEX prep, applying for new jobs, and finding the right specialty. Our favorite and least favorite classes & semesters. Dealing with aggressive patients and a fear of failure. Building community and support with your unit.
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Show Notes: You asked, we answered! For our final episode of Season 5, we’re hosting another Q+A with questions sent in by our community of viewers! If you’ve ever wondered how we form connections with our units, find a work life balance, or what the future of the healthcare shortage looks like, we’ll be covering all of that and more. We have tips and advice for nursing students and new grads alike, so no matter where you are in your nursing journey, you’ll be able to learn something new. How do you deal with a fear of failure? What were our favorite and least favorite classes? How do you know when you’ve found the right specialty for you? Join us as we send off Season 5 together!
0:00:40 Welcome to Season 5’s Q+A! 0:03:50 What is the worst physical encounter you’ve had with a patient? 0:07:30 How can you keep yourself safe and secure if you feel threatened? 0:09:00 What are the pros and cons of working from home? 0:12:00 What are the most effective community builders you’ve used with your co-workers? 0:16:20 Why is it important to build community with your peers? 0:17:15 What units did you not enjoy, and which units did you enjoy? 0:21:35 Advice for NCLEX prep. 0:25:55 What advice do you have for new grads scared about failing in their calling? 0:27:55 Why is it better to be flexible instead of pushing yourself? 0:31:15 Do you have any med surg study tips? 0:33:55 How should new grads look for new jobs? 0:36:25 Will there be an end to healthcare shortages soon? 0:40:00 Ranking our nursing school classes from worst to best. 0:43:25 How were our summer classes? 0:46:10 Have you done an episode dealing with death? 0:47:15 Where do you see yourselves and the podcast in five years? 0:50:10 How do you get into ICU as a new grad? 0:52:35 Do you still enjoy nursing after COVID? 0:57:00 How do you know when you’ve found the right specialty for you? 1:01:55 Are you ready for Season 6? | |||
| 17 Aug 2021 | Prepping for the TEAS Exam with Tami Kelly of ATI | 00:44:25 | |
Aspiring nurses assemble! So much of what we talk about here on the podcast is to help students as they are navigating nursing school! It all starts with taking an admissions test! In this episode, we are excited to welcome Tami Hess of ATI! ATI is the creator of the TEAS exam, an entrance exam to get into your nursing program to start your journey! Tami shares some great information and tips to help you study for the TEAS, and set yourself up for success! She also has a special promo code so you can save on resources to help you prep for your TEAS exam! Our hosts Kristen and Maddi also take a TEAS pop quiz!
02:15 What is the ATI TEAS exam? 03:00 Is the TEAS a pass or fail exam like the NCLEX? 04:40 How did you get started working with ATI? 09:50 Why are nursing entrance exams needed? 10:30 The different subjects included in the TEAS exam. 13:50 How often are the study materials re-vamped 15:40 Where did the TEAS exam originate from? 17:15 Other than the TEAS and NCLEX, what other tests do you administer through ATI? 19:30 What sets ATI apart from other test preps? 20:15 Tips for studying! 24:00 Are questions weighted differently on the exam? 26:00 Take the time to prep and take advantage of these products to study! 30:15 Rapid-fire TEAS questions! In which part of the body do T cells mature? Which of the following classes of biomolecules can influence the rate of a specific chemical reaction in a living cell? An atom has 3 protons, 4 neutrons, and 3 electrons. What is the atom's mass? A defining characteristic of a scientific hypothesis is that it is…. Which of these structures divert food into the esophagus and prevents it from entering the lungs? Which of the following chemical compounds keeps the lungs from collapsing? Which of the following helps prevent pathogens from entering the body? Which of the following glands is the primary producer of insulin? Which of the following options represents the composition of a normal human zygote? Stores of subcutaneous fat can be found in which of the following layers of the skin in the human body? 41:20 How many times have you sat and cried in your car after your shift?
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| 05 Jan 2021 | Day Shift vs Night Shift | 00:38:35 | |
We’re back with another episode of Life In Scrubs, and our hosts Kristen and Maddi are talking about the Pro’s and Con’s of Day vs Night Shift! Since both of these nurses happen to work different shifts, they each give their perspective of what they like about their shifts and things to consider when choosing which shift may be best for you! Kristen, as our night shift nurse, gives great tips for adjusting your schedule to nights and the Pro’s of working nights as a new grad nurse! Maddi also shares insight into the fast pace of day shift, what it’s like coming on shift at 7 am, and needing to be prepared to do rounds at 8:30! Plus, she also asks the ever-important question, when night shifters wake up to go into work, do they eat breakfast foods or dinner foods!? 01:05 Do you work Day Shift or Night Shift? 03:40 What are Pro’s and Con’s of each shift for new grad nurses? 09:30 Are there different personalities of Day Shift and NIght Shift nurses? 11:15 Things to take into consideration when choosing which shift is best for you! 13:00 How do you adjust your schedule as a night shift nurse? What helps you sleep? 17:30 When you wake up to go into your night shift, do you eat breakfast or dinner food? 19:50 Do you prep food and snacks before your 12-hour shifts? 21:20 Pro’s of night shift being “quieter” (knock on wood!) 24:00 The simultaneous Pro and Con of more procedures going on during the day! 27:30 How do you plan what you get done during the day as a night shift nurse? 29:15 Are there any little things that you’ve had to learn or adjust now that you work nights? 31:00 How we could all benefit from setting our phones to “Do Not Disturb”. 32:40 Have you gained any bad habits because of working night shift? 34:15 The cycle of multiple days on and multiple days off - the mental game of both shifts! 36:30 Once you start working days or nights - are you stuck there? How do you transition? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 27 Jul 2021 | How to Podcast + Merch, and LIVE Event Updates! | 00:20:32 | |
How do you start a podcast? Kristen and Maddi are back sharing how they went from googling that exact question to now being 7 months into sharing this podcast with you! From advice as you create the concept of your podcast, to what goes into running and marketing it, Kristen and Maddi are here to pass on what they’ve learned to make the process easier for you! (If this isn’t your first episode, you know that’s basically what they do here!) There are so many ways you could start and run a podcast, this episode is full of questions that will help point you in the best direction for you, because your podcast should be as unique as you are! Tune in for some amazing podcasting tips as well as updates for where you can order our limited edition merch! YES! It’s here! As well as grab your ticket to our first live event! We can’t wait to see you in your Life in Scrubs tee, and join us for the live event too!
01:15 Exciting news! 04:00 How has it been having a podcast? 05:00 Our advice for where to start! (Hint: WHO is your audience?) 06:40 Choosing a podcast production company vs DIYing your podcast! 09:00 How our plans and goals have changed throughout our first 7 months. 10:15 How are you marketing your podcast? 12:40 What our recording days look like! 14:30 Merch is HERE! 16:00 Sizing for our limited quantity tee’s! 17:30 Mark your calendars for our first LIVE event! 18:40 What questions do you have for us? (Ask us at the event during the live Q&A!)
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| 30 Mar 2021 | Turning Social Media Into a Side Hustle | 00:37:30 | |
Attention Nurseprenuers: We’re talking about how we have turned Instagram into a side hustle! Regardless of what you are wanting to build community around, Nursing related or otherwise, Instagram is such a good way to reach people that will resonate with YOU. In this episode, we share how we started growing a following on Instagram and how that has translated into multiple side hustles. As nurses who love their full-time careers, having side hustles and creating content on Instagram have been amazing ways to connect with like-minded people, have a creative outlet, and create other streams of income! Tune in to hear our stories of organically growing community by sharing our journeys, and tactical ways you can grow a side hustle on Instagram yourself!
02:15 When did you start sharing more of your nursing journey on Instagram? 04:40 What does it really look like creating content for Instagram? 06:00 Was your intention of creating your nursing page to become an influencer? 08:00 Pro’s and Con’s of building a community and following! 10:15 What are ways to stand out and grow a following? 13:30 What about the algorithm? Are static posts or stories better? 15:15 How do you plan the content you want to share? 17:00 Do you need to have a specific camera or professional photos? 20:15 What apps do you use to edit your photos? 24:30 Do you reach out to brands to collaborate? 26:30 What is a Media Kit? What do you include in it? 29:15 How important is follower count vs engagement? 31:00 Do this to see post analytics! 32:40 How important is it to have a niche vs sharing your daily life? 35:00 What are the side hustles you have grown? 36:00 When is the best time to start a side hustle?
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| 21 Dec 2021 | Coffee Chats: New year, new you ;) | 00:38:22 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: Do you have your goals set for 2022? It’s that time of year where we look back on past years so we can start looking forward! This episode, we’re sharing with you our five goal challenge for 2022. From relationships to finances to health and career, we want to help you set your goals for the new year and a new you! As we go along, we discuss our reflections of previous years and our personal resolutions for the upcoming one. Join us for a chill episode in this chilly season, and find the motivation and inspiration to better yourself today!
01:30 Happy holidays from Life in Scrubs! 02:00 What are your shopping habits? 04:40 What are Coffee Chats? 07:00 What were your goals for 2021? 09:10 What are your goals for the new year? 13:35 How has this past year helped you explore more of what you enjoy? 15:25 The 2022 five goal challenge. 16:50 What are your relationship goals? 18:10 What is the joy of reaching out to others? 20:35 What are your plans to improve your health? 21:45 How do you find motivation for your health goals? 24:25 Nurturing happiness in your career. 26:50 How do you keep a work-life balance? 27:50 What are your financial goals this year? 32:35 What is your goal for yourself? 36:00 The meaning behind “New Year, new you”. | |||
| 08 Feb 2022 | Jobs, COVID, Updates OH MY! | 00:29:29 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a new Life in Scrubs episode! After our unexpected hiatus, we are finally back and ready to share our latest life updates with you! This episode is here to keep you up-to-date with the newest shifts and future happenings you may have missed since the New Year started. First, we’ll talk about our experiences with having COVID-19. Then, it’s time to discuss what’s new with our jobs and positions, and why we made the shifts we did. A lot has changed and a lot more is coming your way next, so stay tuned and stay updated to see what’s in store for 2022!
00:45 Welcome back to Life in Scrubs! 02:40 What was it like having COVID? 04:25 How did we test for COVID? 06:00 What are the persisting effects and symptoms of COVID? 08:55 Stepping away from working bedside. 12:10 Why can it be difficult to take a step back? 13:25 New job updates. 17:35 What is most exciting and most scary about changing jobs? 20:40 What is Aspen and Ash? How is it different from the old shop? 24:30 How did you come up with the name? 26:00 What is coming up next for the podcast? | |||
| 14 Jun 2022 | Breaking Down the Stigma Surrounding Death with Hospice RN Courtney | 00:58:11 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: A new perspective on hospice that most people don’t know about. Advice for new nurses in hospice & nurses interested in going into end of life care. The difference between critical care and end of life care. How to start creating content for an online space.
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Show Notes: We all know working hospice can get a bad rep, but is any of it true? In today’s episode, we’ll be breaking down the stigma and beliefs surrounding end of life care with hospice RN, Courtney! Courtney has a background in oncology and ICU and is working towards graduating with her DNP. She’ll give her perspective of hospice care as well as share expert advice for new nurses starting in or interested in hospice. Then, we’ll touch on the issues with glorifying the struggle of nursing life, how to start prioritizing your own health, and tips for creating online content. Get ready to rethink everything you know about the life of a hospice nurse with @court.nurse!
00:40 Say hello to our friend, Courtney, a hospice nurse here to discuss end of life care! 02:00 Who is Courtney? 05:05 What was your first experience with end of life care? 06:35 How did you find out that ICU wasn’t for you? 07:45 Did you want to know what you wanted to do after graduation? 08:55 What is the difference between critical care and end of life care? 12:30 The stigma surrounding hospice. 13:40 As a hospice nurse, what terminology do you use with patients’ families? 16:55 Why is it important for healthcare workers to be transparent about death? 19:05 What advice do you have for newer nurses having to deliver news? 21:40 What do most people not know about hospice? 25:35 Tips for nurses interested in going into hospice. 29:45 Where do you recommend starting? 32:15 What options are there working outside a hospital setting? 34:55 Why should we stop glorifying the struggle? 38:45 What is DNP? 40:40 What made you build an Instagram? 42:45 How do you create your content for Instagram? 45:45 TikTok versus Instagram. 48:20 How do you get started on TikTok and Instagram? 52:00 Challenging the stigma of Botox, fillers, and other cosmetic surgery. | |||
| 02 Mar 2021 | Nurse Off Duty | 00:27:07 | |
What have you done lately to energize yourself and fill your cup? As nurses, it’s in the job description to take care of others. In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are talking about the importance of taking care of yourself and taking advantage of your days off! In such a physically and emotionally demanding job it can be easy for new and seasoned nurses to burnout if they’re not careful. Tune in to hear our ideal day off, reminders to leave work at work, and how you can make your own ideal, energizing, restful, and fulfilling day off a reality with a little intentionality. 01:00 How important is self-care when you’re working in healthcare? 03:10 How to pace yourself to avoid burnout! 06:00 What do you do to energize yourself on your days off? 11:20 How do you manage taking time to rest and accomplishing things on your days off? 16:40 The importance of leaving work at work - you’re not clocked in at home! 20:00 What would your perfect day off look like? 23:30 How to make plans ahead of time to create your ideal day! 25:15 The importance of making yourself a priority! ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en
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| 18 May 2021 | Strengthening the Nurse and Doctor Relationship with Dr. Maskin | 00:44:45 | |
Grab your scrubs and get ready to listen, because Life in Scrubs is back with a new episode! From personal pet peeves to learning how to collaborate with one another, today with our guest Dr. Maskin, we’re showing you how we can build and strengthen the relationships between doctors and nurses! How can we establish communications? What are the different dynamics between doctors, nurses, and patients? What can we learn from each other’s perspectives, and how can we use those perspectives to grow and become better healthcare professionals? Because at the end of the day, we’re all one team working towards the same goal - so let’s help each other achieve it!
00:45 Guest-starring Dr. Maskin! 1:45 What is your backstory? 3:15 How to interact with doctors when you’re a new nurse. 6:50 How to establish communication between nurses, doctors, and patients. 8:00 What are some tips for nurses on how to communicate? 12:35 What do doctors want to hear from nurses? 16:50 What tips do you have for someone who is afraid to talk to stern doctors? 20:15 Knowing your chain of command. 22:15 What is your biggest pet peeve with nurses? 25:25 Knowing your patients. 27:00 When should you approach doctors? 28:45 In your years of experience, what have you learned from nurses? 32:20 What should a nurse do if they get shut down by a doctor? 34:40 What do you respect most about nurses and working with nurses? 38:15 What is the dynamic working in and out of the hospital? 41:55 The underappreciated aspect of nursing.
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| 23 Nov 2021 | Making your dreams a reality with Pediatric NP @katybpnp | 00:43:33 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: There are so many options out there in the world of nursing! We’re here with another reminder that your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s! You don’t have to work in a specific unit just to check a box if it’s not the right fit for you! In this episode, we’re joined by our friend and Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner, Katy (aka @katybpnp)! From navigating school, to evolving life goals, we’re diving into what led Katy to getting her dream job and what she does to avoid burnout. Tune in to hear her answer the controversial question of whether or not she thinks you should have bedside nursing experience before becoming a Nurse Practitioner!
02:00 Meet Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner, Katy (aka @katybpnp). 05:20 What led you to become a nurse? 11:40 What did your Nurse Practitioner program require? 14:00 Landing her dream job in neurosurgery. 16:15 Who are the patients you see, and what does your schedule look like? 18:00 Do you feel it’s best to have bedside experience before becoming an NP, or do a direct entry program? 23:00 You DON’T work on a unit that you don’t want to work on, just to check a box. 24:40 What helps you show up on social media on top of your busy schedule? 28:30 What goals do you have for the future? 31:30 What is something that leads your life and has helped you make career decisions? 34:00 It’s ok if the goal changes! 36:40 Questions to ask yourself to make sure you are taking care of yourself. 39:00 Are you taking time to infuse happiness into your life in more ways? 40:15 How can we connect with you? | |||
| 12 Jan 2021 | Choosing the Right Nursing Job | 00:29:49 | |
In the field of nursing, there is no such thing as “one size fits all” when it comes to the best nursing job for you! There are so many pros and cons to consider, and so many specialty areas you can dive into! In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi talk about their own experiences choosing the right nursing job for them and questions you should ask yourself to find what might be the best nursing job for you! From deciding on what specialty might be right for you, down to choosing the right hospital and if the unit itself is the right vibe for you, Kristen and Maddi dive into it all! Tune in for more on choosing the right nursing job for you, and even a few tips to take into your interview! 00:50 When did you start applying for nursing jobs? 02:30 Is there a “right” unit to start in as a new grad? 05:20 Breaking the stigma that one area of nursing is better than another! 06:30 Do you know what area of nursing you want to go into? 08:30 What to consider when choosing the right hospital or facility for you! 11:25 What is the pay like? Day vs Night shift? 14:15 What is the vibe of the director and unit you would be working on? 17:10 What if you realize the job/unit isn’t where you want to stay? 19:30 Is there a path I should follow to get to a specific specialty area? 21:15 The experience I gained from working in Tele and ICU! 25:40 What we can ALL learn from each other! 27:10 What is the teamwork like on the unit? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward https://www.instagram.com/themaddiward/?hl=en
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| 02 Nov 2021 | Making the New Grad Transition with @thenursesyd | 00:40:44 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Sydney got into her nursing program after rejection. Benefits Sydney has gained from networking and working as a CNA first That it’s ok to take time to find your niche in nursing! Sydney’s Top Advice for New Grads!
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Show Notes: We’re back for Season 4 of Life In Scrubs podcast, and couldn’t be more excited to dive in with new grad and pediatric nurse, Sydney, @thenursesyd! We can often put so much pressure on ourselves to get everything “right” the first try, from applying to nursing school, taking your NCLEX, to getting your dream job right out of school as a new grad. This episode is a refreshing conversation to remind you that it’s ok of you don’t get everything you want the first try. In fact, all three of us in this conversation have experienced this in one way or another, and in a diverse career like nursing, you might just find that your experiences will lead you where you need to be! Tune in to hear Sydney’s journey to where she is now, in her residency as a pediatric nurse! She’s sharing her tips, and some incredible advice for new grads to prepare for this amazing career!
01:30 From wanting to become a Doctor, to falling in love with nursing. 04:00 Rejection, persistence, and getting into nursing school. 11:15 What was it like working as a CNA and phlebotomist during nursing school? 13:00 Gaining experience working at the same hospital that she just started her residency at. 15:40 What was your experience like as a nursing student during the pandemic? 20:00 What does your schedule look like now that you’re in your residency? 23:00 Are you hoping to work in the NICU? 29:30 What helps you show up authentically at work and online? 32:40 Letting go of the pressure to land your dream job as a new grad. 33:50 Top advice for nursing students and new grads! | |||
| 22 Jun 2021 | [LIVE] Q & A: Season Two | 00:54:46 | |
Season two is in the books and we’re celebrating in true Life In Scrubs fashion! Our hosts Maddi and Kristen love answering your questions, so we’re wrapping up season 2 with a Live Q&A! There are so many things Kristen and Maddi wished they would have known as they were just getting started in their careers as nurses, and they’ve learned so much along the way. In this episode, they’re answering everything from the most rewarding part of their job, how to stand out when applying for your next nursing position, and they even gave a sneak peek at their upcoming Merch AND their first in-person event!
02:40 Kristen - Can you give us some insight on your new unit? 04:50 Sneak Peek into our upcoming merch!! 06:30 Tips for preparation before going into nursing school! 08:45 What tips do you have for someone just starting nursing school? 11:20 Have either of you considered going into long term care or end of life care? 13:40 What is the most rewarding part of your job? 16:40 What we wish we knew before starting our careers. 19:30 Have you ever considered travel nursing? 21:15 Advice for going back to work after being on medical leave. 23:15 What advice do you have for a new grad going into critical care? 26:50 What do you do to find joy in the day-to-day? 28:40 How hard is it to get into a specialty like pediatric oncology? 31:15 How do you deal with failure or rejection as a nurse? 33:00 Why do they say CVICU nurses are crazy? 34:10 How the pandemic affected us as nurses? 38:00 Settling into life and nursing now that we have the vaccine. 40:00 Did you apply to jobs before you graduated? 42:30 Tips for creating your resume. 44:15 Is it necessary to take a new grad program? 46:30 What do you do to help prevent burnout? 47:50 Do you feel it’s better for new grads to start on day or night shift? 51:30 Tips for taking manual blood pressures and stethoscope recommendations. 53:30 Sneak peek into our next in-person Q&A!
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| 09 Mar 2021 | 10 Things I Wish I Knew As A New Grad Nurse | 00:35:08 | |
Congrats New Grad! As you are diving into this amazing career, allow our hosts Kristen and Maddi to be your virtual preceptors! In this episode, they share 10 things they wish they knew as they started their first nursing jobs! From ways to be efficient, to how to feel part of your new team on your unit, our hosts share what helped them get their bearings as they were new nurses themselves. Grab a pen and enjoy this conversation on 10 things our hosts wish they knew when they were a New Grad Nurse! 01:00 How to find the right mentor to help guide you as a new nurse? 03:30 Take responsibility for your own education! 06:30 Always ask questions! 09:00 How do I ask questions to find out what makes the most sense for me? 12:00 Do you have the right emergency equipment in your patient rooms? 16:10 Make sure to do a good assessment! Never go off of what you were told in report! 20:15 Are all of your patient’s belongings still there? 21:40 What we do to make sure your patient’s rooms are tidy and organized. 25:50 Our tips for charting! 27:40 The benefits of doing cluster care! 32:50 What are ways that will help you feel part of the team as a new nurse? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @nurse.maddi | |||
| 15 Jun 2021 | Tips for Change of Shift Report & Improving Time Management | 00:26:15 | |
What is your Change if Shift report routine? We know that as a new nurse Shift Report can feel intimidating! This episode is full of tips for your next Change of Shift Report from staying organized, to doing report at bedside so you can catch details or any changes you may not have otherwise. With every episode of Life in Scrubs we're excited to help share what has worked for our hosts Kristen and Maddi, so you have all the tools you need to succeed in the amazing career of nursing!
00:40 Check out Content Vault! 02:15 The dread of Change of Shift Report as a new nurse! 04:00 It’s ok to stop and ask when you don’t understand something. 06:30 Tips for new nurses to prep for report as you come on shift! 08:40 Does your assessment match what you were told during Change of Shift Report? 11:40 What report sheet do you use? 16:15 Ways to give a cohesive and clear report. 17:40 How do you stay organized when you work multiple days in a row? 20:00 What do you do to manage your time throughout your shift? 23:40 Ask for help and help other co-workers in return!
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| 19 Apr 2022 | Nursing School Prep 101 | 00:34:49 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: Today, we’re taking you to school! This episode is all about helping you prepare for nursing school before you go. We’ll be sharing our do’s and don’ts of nursing school prep, so you can head into the first semester ready to succeed and achieve! We talk about avoiding procrastination, planning ahead, setting goals, saving money, and more. You won’t want to miss out on the advice and tips you should know from experienced nurses who have been there and done that! Tune in and find out how to prep yourself, rock your classes, and most importantly of all: enjoy the journey!
00:40 What is new with us? 04:00 Going to NurseCon at Sea! 06:05 What was Maddi’s new experience over the weekend? 08:50 How do you prep for nursing school? 09:35 Why is procrastination your biggest enemy? 12:00 How much money should you spend on required items? 14:50 Setting semester goals for yourself. 17:10 How can you work on skills more efficiently? 19:10 What kind of rewards can you give yourself after you succeed? 20:40 What tools do you need to plan ahead? 25:25 Why should you do your research? 28:40 Taking the time to relax while you can. 32:00 What is the most important thing to remember? | |||
| 26 Jan 2021 | Getting the Most Out Of Your Preceptorship | 00:40:07 | |
In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing their best tips for getting the most out of your preceptorship! You’re starting your new job as a nurse and it’s time to dive in and learn the ropes working as a team with your preceptor(s)! Kristen and Maddi share the experiences they had with their preceptors, and well as Maddi’s experience being a preceptor herself! From creating good communication and trust, knowing how you personally learn best, and when they felt confident working as a nurse on their own - Kristen and Maddi talk all things preceptorship and taking the reigns in your new nursing job! 00:45 You’ll get out - what you put into it! 02:30 How long was your preceptorship? 03:15 How important is your relationship and trust with your preceptor? 04:50 What if you are paired with a preceptor that you don’t feel comfortable with? 07:00 Did you have one or multiple preceptors? Did you mesh with them right off the bat? 09:00 Did your preceptors let you take the reigns and be hands-on? 12:40 Different styles of how you learn as a preceptee! 15:50 What are the Pros and Cons of having multiple preceptors? 18:15 What is the routine you have found works best for you for assessments, meds, and charting? 21:20 How did you become a preceptor? 23:00 What is your experience like being a preceptor? 25:40 Eliminating the fear of asking “dumb” questions! 28:15 How to deal with other nurses that aren’t open to new nurses? 30:15 The best advice I got as a new nurse for creating relationships with my unit! 31:40 Was there a moment it hit you that you were confident as a nurse? 34:00 What was your experience starting in Tele and the ICU on your own when you finished your preceptorships? 37:00 One thing that will help you really get the most out of your preceptorship! ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 05 Jan 2021 | Life In Scrubs Official Trailer | 00:00:42 | |
Welcome to Life In Scrubs Podcast – a podcast hosted by nurses, for nurses! Our podcast is mainly geared toward nursing students and new graduate nurses, however, we hope all healthcare professionals can find our information helpful. Our goal is to inspire, educate, and empower future and current nurses as they navigate the world of nursing. Join us weekly as we share our insights and experiences, answer common nursing questions, and dive into all things related to life in scrubs! | |||
| 25 May 2021 | A Day In The Life of an ICU Nurse with Nurse Maddi | 00:32:28 | |
Are you interested in working in the ICU? In this episode, we get to hear from one of our hosts, Maddi, about what a shift looks like for her as a CVICU nurse! From tips for handoff to morning rounds and making sure everything is wrapped up by the end of her shift, Maddi walks us through how she typically runs through her day in the ICU! Whether you’re simply curious, or have your sights set on working in the ICU at your hospital, this is the perfect inside look into a day in the life of an ICU nurse!
01:20 What unit did you start on as a New Grad? 02:00 What types of patients do you see in the CVICU? 04:15 How do you start your shifts? Tips for handoff! 07:30 What are morning rounds like? 10:00 How I typically plan to get assessments and charting done! 15:00 Do you have techs that help with patient care? 16:40 Monitoring patients during transport runs. 18:30 Responding to Codes and Rapids! 21:00 How do you wrap things up at the end of your shift? 24:15 Tips for nurses that want to work in the ICU! 25:30 My first experience with the ICU as a nursing student. 29:00 What was the interview process like for the ICU?
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| 12 Jul 2022 | Working From Home as a Clinical Quality Nurse Specialist | 00:45:10 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: What a clinical quality nurse specialist is. What the day to day of a clinical quality nurse specialist looks like. The pros and cons of working from home.
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Show Notes: How do you know if working from home is right for you? Today, Kristen is flying solo in order to answer your questions about working a remote position as a clinical quality nurse specialist! First, we’ll dive into what a clinical quality nurse specialist is, including what they do, what they can expect from patients, and what their daily routine looks like. Then, it’s time to explore the pros and cons of working from home. What does Kristen miss about working in the hospital? Is it possible to achieve work life balance? How and where can you find remote positions for yourself? If you’re curious about remote work or uncertain if it would suit you, this episode may help you find the answer you’re looking for!
00:40 Why am I flying solo today? 02:40 What is my background in pharmacy? 05:55 What is a clinical quality nurse specialist, and what do they do? 08:30 Breaking down pulmonary hypertension WHO groups. 10:20 What should you expect from patients as a clinical quality nurse specialist? 13:05 What are the three different medication pathways we use? 15:05 What does my day to day look like? 21:50 How much time & money do you save when you don’t have to commute? 22:50 Why do I prefer working day shift? 23:50 How does remote work give you way more flexibility? 25:00 How can you increase your productivity? 26:05 Finding your work life balance. 27:00 Why is working from home so comfortable? 29:15 How does it help promote eating healthier? 30:50 Is there good pay in remote work? 32:00 What skills do you use (and lose) from remote work? 33:10 How much socialization do you miss out on while working from home? 34:30 Is it difficult finding an office space at home? 36:15 What are the cons of scheduling? 37:50 Combatting the lack of movement & exercise. 39:25 How can you keep yourself disciplined? 41:25 How do you know if working from home is right for you? Where can you find remote positions? | |||
| 27 Apr 2021 | Burnout | 00:26:26 | |
With a career that can be very physically and emotionally demanding, burnout can be all too common among nurses. The good news is it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, our hosts Maddi and Kristen are sharing warning signs that they’re on the brink of burnout, and how you can pour back into yourself and set boundaries to not just avoid burnout, but feel energized! Tune in for tools from therapy to infusing fun and creativity in your life! Because, after all, this is LIFE in Scrubs!
02:30 What are factors that have added to times we’ve hit burnout? 05:15 Signs that you are on the brink of burnout! 08:00 How can I be proactive about true self care? 12:30 The power of saying “no”. 17:15 How we’re changing the culture of the constant need to be busy! 19:20 How do you infuse time to destress and relax without judgment? 21:00 The power of therapy! 24:15 What you can do to re-evaluate what you want to be doing in your career!
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| 10 May 2022 | NurseCon at Sea Recap + 3 Things Every Nurse Needs to Hear | 00:38:17 | |
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Show Notes: We’re back and ready to dive into a new episode, just in time for Nurses Week! Today, we’re covering our trip to NurseCon at Sea and the three things every nurse needs to hear. First, we’ll recap our incredible experiences at NurseCon and our top stories we can’t wait to share with you. What did we do there? What were our favorite things? What would we have changed? Then, we’ll go over three important things we think every nurse should hear. We have an exciting episode for you, so come and join in on the fun!
00:40 Our NurseCon at Sea recap! 02:40 How was our live episode at NurseCon? 03:20 What happened to our live event recording? 05:25 Staying up for 37 hours. 10:20 What did we do after boarding? 13:15 What makes NurseCon so fun? What can you do there? 16:50 What was Kristen’s favorite part of the trip and what would she have changed about it? 18:15 What was Maddi’s favorite part of the trip and what would she have changed about it? 20:40 How was the staffing at NurseCon? 23:05 What are three things every nurse needs to hear? 24:10 Is it okay to change your mind? 29:35 Why are you more than just a profession? 32:10 What helps you refill your cup? 34:50 Taking the time to appreciate you. | |||
| 09 Nov 2021 | Establishing good habits + Season Updates | 00:45:42 | |
In This Episode, We Talk About: Ways we are prioritizing goal setting and rest! How your life can change by working towards being 1% better each day. Goals we are setting for ourselves.
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Show Notes: How are we already in SEASON 4!? We’re coming up on our 1 year anniversary of the podcast and whether you have been with us from our very first episode, or this is the first one you’re tuning into….thank you for being here! We are sharing some life updates, a new perspective towards the goals we are setting for ourselves, and the importance of making time for both growth and rest! We are so excited to continue to connect and educate her on Life In Scrubs, and can’t wait to see you in person at our upcoming meetups!
02:00 Updates at our hospitals: COVID, staffing, and travel nursing. 07:30 Are you currently precepting? 09:15 Tips for balancing precepting and getting things done in a timely manner. 12:00 What are your plans for the holidays? 14:00 How would your life change if you improved by 1% each day? 18:15 Some of our goals, and ideas you can steal from us! 23:30 Balancing productivity and rest. 26:40 Maddi’s Monday cleaning and self care routine. 29:30 Don’t overcommit! 32:15 How 1 compliment a day can change someone’s day (and yours too!) 36:00 Do you usually make homemade meals? 43:15 Join us for brunch and happy hour!
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| 30 Nov 2021 | Working the holidays + gift ideas for nurses | 00:33:50 | |
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Show Notes: Do you feel ready for the holidays? With November coming to a close, today’s episode is here to prepare you for the upcoming season! What is it like working during the holidays? Is it really as bad as it sounds? How can you make it better for not only yourself but your patients and co-workers, too? Then it’s time to dive into our top gift ideas for nurses! No matter what your budget may be, big or small, you’re sure to find the perfect present for the healthcare professional in your life! Whether you’re home for the holidays or not this year, we’ve got you covered!
00:45 What is it like working holidays in healthcare? 02:45 What if you absolutely cannot work the day you’re scheduled? 05:55 How does the holiday ranking system work? 07:20 How do you feel about working holidays? 08:50 Traveling during the holidays. 10:10 What is it like having a birthday around Christmas? 12:20 If you have to work during the holidays, what can you do to build morale? 16:35 What are some good gifts for nurses? 18:00 Self-care, pampering, and wellness. 21:35 Loungewear, scrub sets, and other comfy clothing options. 24:10 New shoes for work and activity. 25:40 Hydroflasks and stickers. 26:40 What are some pricier gift ideas? 30:30 Gift cards and other stocking stuffers. 32:15 What is the greatest gift of all? | |||
| 20 Apr 2021 | Our Top 5 Nursing Must-Haves & Dealing with Unit Bullies | 00:27:42 | |
What are the simple things that make the biggest difference for the best shift at work? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing each of their top 5 items they can’t go a shift without, as well as advice for dealing with cliques and bullies at work. It’s all about taking control of what you can to make for a smooth shift! Tune in for the simplest things that bring us joy like chapstick and a cute stethoscope, to how we create a healthy and positive team environment!
01:30 Kristen, what is the number one thing you can’t go a shift without? 03:20 What is your go-to bag to take everything to work, what do you pack in it? 07:00 Maddi, what are your must-haves you use for every shift? 10:00 What are your favorite scrubs? 12:00 Controversial opinion on the fanny pack trend! 14:15 My favorite chapsticks! 15:00 What do you keep in your clipboard that has storage? 18:15 Have you ever had to deal with clicks and unit bullies at work? 23:00 How can you create a good environment within your unit? 24:00 Our advice to the nurse who is unhappy in their work and team environment.
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| 04 May 2021 | Nurses Week with Nurse Blake! | 00:36:32 | |
Who is going to be attending NurseCon? Being part of this amazing nursing community, there are so many different roles you can take as you enter the field of nursing! To chat about it all, we are so excited to welcome Blake, aka Nurse Blake on the podcast! Blake is a nurse, community builder, comedian, influencer, and creator of NurseCon! Tune in for ways Blake and other nurses like him are changing the world from ending FDA bans, impacting patients 1-on-1 at bedside, and beyond!
01:30 How do you come up with the ideas for your videos? 05:30 Do you ever have patients recognize you from your viral videos? 06:40 What did your journey look like to become a nurse? 09:00 What was it like working as a tech while going through nursing school? 09:30 How did you create change by ending the ban on gay men being able to donate bood? 11:50 What inspired you to start creating funny nursing videos? 15:40 What is Nursecon? 18:15 How are you connecting with your audience more between your podcast and comedy tour? 20:00 How do you avoid burnout with everything you are pursuing? 21:00 What departments have you previously worked in? 26:15 What is your favorite area of nursing you’ve worked in? 31:40 What do you have that you are working on next? 32:30 If you had one piece of advice for a new nurse, what would it be?
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| 05 Jan 2021 | I Graduated Nursing School, Now What? | 00:29:08 | |
Congratulations, you finished nursing school! Now what? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi talk about what it was like for them as they graduated nursing school and took the next steps to become a real nurse! All of the work in nursing school has led to this moment, taking your NCLEX exam! From knowing yourself and how you study best, to taking advantage of practice test resources, this episode is full of our best advice for this time after finishing nursing school! With completing nursing school, prepping to take the NCLEX, and getting hired for your first job as a nurse don’t forget to celebrate all the hard work you’ve done! Tune in to hear our stories of this exciting time when we finished nursing school, and what we did next! 01:10 What was your game plan to study for the NCLEX? 03:00 What was the timeline like from graduation to your test date? 04:40 Kristen, how did COVID-19 affect testing for the NCLEX? 08:00 What resources did you find helpful when studying? 11:40 How NCLEX will be changing in the future - select all that apply. 13:10 Knowing how you learn and study best to prepare for the NCLEX. 15:00 Resources we used to study and take practice tests! 18:40 When did you decide you were ready to take the test? 20:15 Our prep strategies and advice for the day before your test! 23:20 Our best advice for this time after you’ve finished nursing school! 25:30 How we prepped and applied for our first nursing jobs!
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| 03 Aug 2021 | Nursing Student Do’s & Don'ts | 00:34:30 | |
This one is for the students! (Or really anyone curious to hear our advice for the intense and exciting time that is nursing school!) As nurses who have been through nursing school themselves, and have mentored nursing students as preceptors, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing some game-changing do’s and don’ts for nursing students! So many of these good habits that will help you through nursing school will be the same ones that help you thrive as a new grad and beyond! From study tips to staying organized, to looking around at who you’re surrounding yourself with in nursing school, this episode is full of ways you can maximize your experience as a student to set you up for success as a nurse! Tune in to hear how things are looking in Kristen and Maddi’s units with a COVID update.
01:15 COVID updates at our hospitals. 04:50 Nurses leaving bedside throughout the pandemic. 06:40 How nursing has felt different with the challenges of COVID. 08:50 Are students back in your unit? 09:40 How do you learn and study best? 13:40 Don’t cram and pull all-nighters! 15:40 Memorizing won’t help you and your future patients, learn to understand WHY you’re doing what you’re doing! 17:00 Create or join a study group! 18:00 Block scheduling is great for school and life in general! 20:00 Benefits of being organized and planning ahead. 21:15 Don’t be afraid to ask for help! 23:20 Be open-minded when you’re going into clinicals! 25:00 Have your resume ready + our resume tips! 28:00 Our opinion when it comes to choosing your nursing program. 31:30 Who are you surrounding yourself in nursing school?
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| 08 Jun 2021 | Life Updates & 5 Things We've Recently Learned | 00:42:51 | |
You are constantly learning new things as a nurse! Whether in life or specifically in your specialty of nursing, the goal is to always be learning and growing! In this episode, we get to hear a few life updates from our hosts Kristen and Maddi, as well as 5 things each of them have learned recently. Tune in for mindset shifts, the always important need for self-care, and a trip to New York City to celebrate Figs going public! After all, this is about our life in scrubs!
01:30 Maddi’s experience going to NYC with Figs! 04:00 What was the agenda for the day celebrating Figs going public? 06:20 Kristen adjusting back to night shift as she ends orientation! 09:00 Are there specific trainings or certifications you can do on your unit? 10:15 How Open Heart training is going for Maddi! 14:40 Receiving an award for Nurses Week! 16:00 Comparison is the thief of joy. 19:20 The importance of being patient with yourself as a new grad! 23:15 Would you ever teach a class or become a clinical instructor? 25:30 How can I give myself grace when I feel like I failed at something? 27:30 It’s ok to say “no” to things! 30:00 The perspective gained from this past year, and never taking anything for granted. 31:40 The power of working as a team within your Unit! 35:15 What do you do to refill your cup and do true self-care? 36:00 Prepping food is healthy and saves money. 39:00 Take things one step at a time and focus on what is within your control.
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| 04 Jan 2022 | The Benefits of being a CNA prior to Nursing School with @yourpctabailey | 00:32:26 | |
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Show Notes: Are you an aspiring nursing student? Would you like to apply to a nursing school, but aren’t sure where to start? Today, we’ve got all your answers! We’re joined by our guest Bailey, a nursing tech who is applying for nursing school! As a PCTA and CNA, she’s giving us a closer look into her daily life of a nursing tech and the experiences and skills she’s learned. She also shares her top tips, tricks, and resources to help you prepare for nursing school. Join us and take another step towards your healthcare journey!
00:40 Meet Bailey, a nursing tech! 01:15 What is your background in nursing? 02:35 What are the requirements for becoming a PCT? 04:10 The differences between PCTA, CNA, and nurse techs. 05:25 What are your daily tasks? 06:50 How many techs do you have for your unit? 10:30 What is the number of beds in your unit? 11:35 How have your CNA experiences helped you to grow? 15:05 As a nurse, how has COVID affected you? 16:50 Preparing for nursing school. 21:25 Will you still work while in nursing school? 22:35 What did you not expect about being a CNA? What are you taking away from your experiences? 26:15 What are your goals for the future? 27:40 Resources for nursing school. 28:35 What advice would you give to aspiring nurses? | |||
| 05 Oct 2021 | Q&A [Season 3 Finale] | 00:33:06 | |
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Show Notes: That’s a wrap for season THREE!! Per tradition we’re back with another Q&A to chat about everything from whether we regret going into nursing, what you should study before starting your nursing job, and whether we or our units create our schedules! We have had so much fun discovering an even deeper love for teaching here on the podcast! Thank you to everyone who has listened, downloaded our episodes, and left reviews. We are so glad to have you as part of this Life In Scrubs community! Nursing is such an incredible career, and it’s one that requires learning and helping each other! Check out this special Season 3 Q&A, and let us know which question was your favorite!
03:15 Do you regret going into nursing? 05:00 Our one piece of advice for new grads! 06:30 Why did you choose the ICU? 09:50 Our favorite work shoes! 13:00 Did you study outside of work as a new grad? 16:50 What should I review before starting as a new nurse? 20:15 Have you ever made a mistake? How did you handle it? 22:40 Do you create your own schedule, or does your work? 23:20 Goals we’re currently working towards on our units. 25:15 What does a typical day off look like for you? 28:45 Did you learn the majority of your knowledge in school or on the job? 29:50 How do you deal with a toxic work environment?
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| 20 Jul 2021 | Work-Life Balance | 00:36:26 | |
What is Work-Life Balance? How do you measure something like that? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing how work-life balance looks uniquely different to them, how they stay organized, and some things they enjoy doing just for fun! Taking time for yourself, especially in a career where you work long hours pouring into the needs of others, takes being intentional! Tune in for ways you can find the best balance that works for you, from loving your job to not being afraid to take PTO, we’re here to cheer you on in this amazing life of nursing while growing and enjoying your time off the clock too!
00:50 The fine balance of wanting to pick up shifts and having time to knock out to-do lists and relax at home! 04:30 Watching Grey’s Anatomy as a nurse. 08:40 Evaluating what activities we’re doing for fun, and what we’re doing for work! 11:00 When you’re saying “yes” to some things, what are you saying “no” to? 12:00 How do you manage your to-do list and prioritize sleep? 14:15 What do you use to stay organized? 21:00 Setting time aside for yourself to work towards goals or rest. 24:15 Having hobbies outside of work. 26:00 Don’t be afraid to use PTO. 28:30 The difference having a job you love can make on how you feel in life. 29:30 What you can learn about yourself by tracking how you feel throughout the month. 31:20 The power of doing 1 thing each day that makes you happy! 35:00 Repeat after us, “Resting is productive!”
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| 17 May 2022 | Work Updates & Sharing our Favorite Nursing Resources | 00:33:02 | |
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Show Notes: What resources do real, working nurses in the field use and depend on? This episode will be going over our life updates, including what’s new with our health and work, before we share some of our favorite nursing resources! We also talk about ECMO, how to train for it, our experiences with it, and what you should know before going into it. If you’re a post-grad nurse curious about ICU, or if you’re a nursing student planning for the future, we’ve got your answers! Join in today and pick up some new resources we know you’ll love to use!
00:40 What are our health updates? 02:30 How did we celebrate Nurses Week? 05:00 What did our hospitals do to celebrate? 08:45 What is ECMO? What was Maddi’s first experience working with it? 11:35 How do you train for ECMO? 15:00 What were you most nervous about when running ECMO? 18:15 Studying for the CCRN. 20:20 What is new with Kristen and her work? 25:40 What nursing resources does Maddi recommend? 28:35 What nursing resources does Kristen recommend? 31:10 What is coming up next? | |||
| 16 Feb 2021 | Fighting New Grad Anxiety | 00:24:22 | |
Stress and Anxiety are unavoidable. As a nurse, especially a new grad, you share a lot of responsibility as an integral part of your patient’s care team. The good news is, the fear and weight of that responsibility is evidence that you care, which shows what an incredible nurse you are! The even better news is, this feeling of anxiety will alleviate more and more over time and experience. In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi share their experiences with anxiety as new nurses, tips for what you can do in a moment of feeling anxious, and how you can set up your shifts for success! 01:20 How did you feel when you were finishing your preceptorship? 05:00 What did you do to prepare for your shifts that helped with your anxiety? 07:15 What is your routine before you go to work? 08:50 How researching and continuing to learn will help you as a new grad. 11:40 How seasoned nurses also continue to refresh! 13:30 What can you do to eliminate stress in the future and in the current moment? 17:40 What can you do to avoid burnout? 20:00 Treating each shift as a new shift! 22:00 Who is your support group? 23:30 Tell us: How do you handle stress and anxiety? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 13 Jul 2021 | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Boosting Confidence | 00:26:59 | |
You are doing incredible things! Why is it so easy for us to be our own worst critics? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are talking all about Imposter Syndrome! That feeling of questioning ourselves as we take on a new role, a big leap, or get well-deserved recognition. It’s time you recognize the good you are doing in the world, and step into the confident person you are meant to be! Tune in to hear some of these moments Kristen and Maddi have felt imposter syndrome in life and nursing. As well as a challenge to help you boost your confidence in everything you do!
01:00 What is imposter syndrome? 03:30 Letting go of the feeling of not being deserving. 07:50 The exercise of saying 5 positive things about yourself. 09:00 Giving yourself grace in life and as you are mastering nursing skills! 10:15 Act as if you are confident, and true confidence will follow! 11:00 What actions can I take to feel more confident? 15:15 How the support of a friend turned into this podcast. 18:00 Is it easy for you to accept compliments? 19:30 Our challenge to focus on the good things happening in your life, and the good YOU do! 24:15 Recognizing your power!
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| 07 Sep 2021 | Advocating + Finding Your Why with Jackie Darling RN | 00:36:45 | |
What is your “WHY”? That thing that motivates you as you tackle the long hours of studying, or a tough shift at work. In this episode, we’re excited to chat with fellow nurse, ambitious entrepreneur, student, and advocate, Jackie Darling. Jackie shares her journey to nursing, and where she is now finishing up school to become a Nurse Practitioner. So much of what Jackie is doing with her goals for the future in primary care, and with the community she has built with her brand Riot Healers, has to do with her WHY! The desire to make change in the world. Tune in to hear more of Jackie’s story, how she shows up to advocate for others beyond the bedside, and advice for how you can have confidence in your unique journey in the world of nursing.
01:30 What has your journey looked like that led you to nursing? 04:50 Going back to school to become a nurse practitioner. 06:30 Have you continued to work at bedside while going to school? 09:00 Do you switch up specialties as a clinical instructor? 14:00 The perspective a newer nurse can bring as an instructor. 16:00 What are your goals? What do you hope your future career looks like? 19:15 Choosing to work in primary care to focus on preventive healthcare. 21:30 Making a difference doesn’t have to only look like bedside nursing. 22:40 What inspired you to create Riot Healers? 31:15 What is your advice for our listeners that are trying to find their path in nursing? 33:00 Let go of other’s opinions on what your path should look like.
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| 02 Feb 2021 | Code Blue | 00:28:46 | |
We’ve all watched dramatic scenes on TV shows of Code Blue’s, but is it actually like they depict on TV? In this episode, Kristen and Maddi give us a real look at what Code Blues are like from their personal experiences! Maddi, as a CVICU nurse, is part of the team that gets assigned to respond to Codes and Rapids! As part of the code team Maddi breaks down the different roles as they respond to these emergencies, and both Kristen and Maddi talk about the most underrated roles of those helping during the code! Tune in to hear all about codes, rapid responses, and Kristen’s first time being thrown into a Code Blue as a nursing student!
00:40 Are Code Blue’s actually like they depict on TV shows? 02:00 What was your first experience with a code blue? 06:20 What are the different roles in the code team? 08:25 How do you know which role is best for you? 09:30 The most underrated jobs of everyone helping during the code! 13:50 What is the code team like at your hospital? 15:30 How has the code team changed because of COVID? 16:40 What do you bring to the code? 18:15 If you’re the nurse that called the code for your patient, what do you do when the code team arrives? 20:00 What happens at your hospital after the code? 23:20 What about calling rapid responses? 26:40 Does it become easier over time of running to codes and rapids? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward https://www.instagram.com/themaddiward/?hl=en
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| 12 Apr 2022 | Making Your Health a Priority with Integrative Medicine RN, @naturallyheather | 00:45:48 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
Resources + Links: Create your Fusion Market Place Travel Nurse Profile! Connect with Heather on Instagram | @naturally_heather Follow @thatnurseheather on Tiktok! Connect with us on Instagram | @lifeinscrubspodcast Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! Connect with Kristen on Instagram | @thenursekristen Connect with Maddi on Instagram | @nurse.maddi Show Notes: What can you do to make your health a priority? Today, our guest is an integrative nurse, Heather, who is here to share her knowledge and expertise on all things integrative medicine! We’ll go over what integrative medicine is, what its benefits are, and how it can help take your health to the next level. What does the life and duties of an integrative nurse look like? What makes preventative treatments and self-care so important? What advice does she have for new grads and nurses interested in integrative medicine? It’s time to start living a healthier life for a healthier you! 00:40 Say hello to Heather, an integrative medicine nurse in NYC! 03:35 What was it like working as a new grad in New York during the pandemic? 07:10 How did you get into integrative medicine, and what is it? 08:45 Where did you first hear about integrative medicine? 11:10 Why are preventative treatments so important? 14:25 The day-to-day of an integrative medicine nurse. 18:20 What does your practice in NYC look like? 20:00 How do you approach remedies at your practice? 22:00 What tips and advice do you have for someone interested in integrative medicine? 23:40 How much experience does someone need to get into integrative medicine? Into IV? 26:15 The benefits of having experience. 28:00 How can nurses start to live a healthier lifestyle? 31:25 Why should we make ourselves a priority? 32:40 What are the four pillars of health? 36:10 What are your favorite products that you think nurses can benefit from? 39:00 What products do you like from an integrative health perspective? 42:40 What parting words do you have for the listeners? | |||
| 29 Jun 2021 | Would You Rather? (Nurse Edition) | 00:39:09 | |
We’re kicking off Season 3 with a fun game of Would You Rather! As our hosts, Kristen and Maddi both share updates as we head into summer, including some changes as things are slowly changing in hospitals here in Arizona! For those of you that have been with us since Episode 1, to the ones that are listening to their first episode with us today, thank you for being here! We are excited to bring more great conversations, education, and build this community around the amazing career of nursing! Play along with us on this game of would you rather and tag us on Instagram with your favorite ones!! We’d love to see you ask your friends these questions too!
01:15 Our first live, in-person event! 05:00 Work and life updates! 08:15 Summer staffing and students in hospitals. 11:15 Are there still limitations with visitors at your hospital? 14:30 Have you had to do your ACLS? 17:50 Would you rather do admission or discharge? 21:00 Have a long commute and get paid more, or short drive and get paid less? 22:00 Hospice care or psych? 24:50 Would you rather call/go to a stroke alert or rapid response? 26:15 Hospital or Outpatient? 26:40 Would you rather have co-workers love you and manager hate you? Or have your co-workers hate you and your manager love you? 27:40 Slow and boring shift, or busy shift where you don’t get to take lunch? 29:30 Would you rather have a rude patient’s family or a confused and impulsive patient? 31:00 Spilled urine on your pants or trach sputum on your shirt? 32:00 Donuts vs pizza! 35:30 C-Diff patient or GI bleed? 37:30 THANK YOU for those who have left reviews!
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| 22 Mar 2022 | Real Talk with NYC ER Nurse @nikkialvarezz | 00:36:35 | |
In This Episode, We Talk About: Nikki’s experience diving into being an ER nurse in Manhattan as a New Grad. Each of our experiences navigating the pandemic, and what that was like in New York City. Advice for New Grads considering going directly into a specialty unit. How creating social media content has given us a sense of community and gratitude for nursing!
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Show Notes: Whether you were navigating the pandemic as a seasoned nurse, new grad, or nursing student these past two years we’ve all worked and learned through uncharted territory. In this episode we’re excited to welcome our very first ER nurse on the podcast, Nikki Alvarez! Nikki graduated nursing school in 2019 and dove right into being an ER nurse in New York City. With COVID hitting Manhattan hard, Nikki shares her experience having her fellowship cut short, navigating the pandemic, and discovering a whole new appreciation for her career as an ER nurse. Whether you share Nikki’s experience, are curious about what it was really like working as an ER nurse in NYC, or you want details on the process of becoming a nurse in the city…there is something for everyone in this episode! Including what it’s like to create TikTok videos that resonate with nurses everywhere!
01:15 Meet NYU Nursing School Alumni and ER nurse, Nikki! 03:00 Did you have previous experience in the medical field before becoming a nurse? 05:40 What are characteristics that make a great ER nurse? 07:15 Nikki’s experience working in the ER in New York City during the pandemic. 12:30 What is the fellowship process like for new grads in NYC? 13:15 Nikki’s first interview changing from her cap and gown to interview clothes after graduation! 15:50 Different experiences transitioning from nursing school to your first year as a new grad. 18:15 How did you get started creating your TikTok? 21:30 Ways creating content has helped Nikki gain a whole new appreciation for her career. 22:40 What are your goals for this upcoming year? 24:50 Creating content and a shoutout to the Instagram husbands and boyfriends out there! 27:00 What are some Pros and Cons of being a New Grad in the ER? 30:00 Advice for New Grads jumping immediately into a specialty unit. 33:30 The importance of self care and taking care of your health! 35:00 Where can everyone connect with you? | |||
| 19 Jul 2022 | Code Blue | 00:28:53 | |
This week we're throwing it back to one of our most popular episodes, Code Blue! In this episode, you will learn:
We’ve all watched dramatic scenes on TV shows of Code Blue’s, but is it actually like they depict on TV? In this episode, Kristen and Maddi give us a real look at what Code Blues are like from their personal experiences! Maddi, as a CVICU nurse, is part of the team that gets assigned to respond to Codes and Rapids! As part of the code team Maddi breaks down the different roles as they respond to these emergencies, and both Kristen and Maddi talk about the most underrated roles of those helping during the code! Tune in to hear all about codes, rapid responses, and Kristen’s first time being thrown into a Code Blue as a nursing student! 00:40 Are Code Blue’s actually like they depict on TV shows? 02:00 What was your first experience with a code blue? 06:20 What are the different roles in the code team? 08:25 How do you know which role is best for you? 09:30 The most underrated jobs of everyone helping during the code! 13:50 What is the code team like at your hospital? 15:30 How has the code team changed because of COVID? 16:40 What do you bring to the code? 18:15 If you’re the nurse that called the code for your patient, what do you do when the code team arrives? 20:00 What happens at your hospital after the code? 23:20 What about calling rapid responses? 26:40 Does it become easier over time of running to codes and rapids? ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @themaddiward | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | Navigating COVID and Dealing with Death as a Nurse | 00:29:48 | |
Being a nurse is knowing you will at some point or another deal with death. What we couldn’t have predicted is what it would be like working as a nurse in a pandemic that has taken so many lives. In this episode, Kristen and Maddi open up about what it has been like working on the front lines in the COVID units of their hospitals. Kristen shares her experience learning to care for her patients as a new nurse, and navigating this virus that has challenged both new and seasoned nurses. Maddi, as a CVICU nurse, shares her experience treating the most critical COVID patients, working overtime to keep up with the demand, and what it has been like dealing with death throughout the pandemic. 01:15 What was it like working in the ICU during the first surge of COVID in 2020? 03:10 How did you adjust to the constant policy changes as your hospital was filling with COVID patients? 05:20 How have you responded to questions about what treatment is working to combat COVID? 07:15 The most common question: What is the recovery rate you see working on COVID units? 08:40 How did you handle seeing patient after patient decline? 12:00 What did your hospital do to prepare as supplies were running out in other parts of the country? 13:30 What was it like starting your first nursing job and treating COVID patients as a new nurse? 16:20 How do you handle dealing with death as a nurse? 17:40 How has COVID changed the experience of supporting patients and their loved ones as the patient passes away? 20:40 How has it affected you as a nurse doing everything you can to care for a patient and not getting the result you want? 22:00 What got you through working overtime to keep up with the demand? 22:40 The kind gesture that kept me going after losing a patient I cared for over 6 straight shifts. 26:30 Things you can do to find support when dealing with death as a nurse. ………………………….. Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @nurse.maddi | |||
| 29 Mar 2022 | Living in the Now | 00:25:49 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
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Show Notes: Are you feeling restless? Can’t stop thinking about what comes next? This episode is your wake up call! Today, we want to focus on the now and why it’s so important to live in, appreciate, and embrace! We all know how important planning for the future and setting goals are, but sometimes we can forget to live in the present when that’s all we do. We’ll be talking about taking things at your pace, enjoying the little moments, and staying open-minded, so we can start living presently to enjoy life fully! The journey is just as important as the destination, so come and join us in the now!
00:40 Where is today’s special recording location? 01:50 Kristen’s new job and our busy schedule updates. 02:55 What did we do over the weekend? 05:50 How can we live in the now? 07:30 What happens when we focus too much on the future? 11:00 How can we start living presently? 13:35 Why do we always need to get to the next step? How can we get out of that mindset? 15:25 Do things happen for a reason? 18:45 How to avoid the negative and find the positive. 20:50 Why is it important to be open-minded? 23:40 The sign you’ve been waiting for. | |||
| 23 Mar 2021 | New Jobs and Certifications, COVID Updates, and Big Announcements! | 00:26:13 | |
We can’t believe we’re already kicking off SEASON 2!! As this podcast has gone from idea all the way to your earbuds so much has been happening at work and in our personal lives! In this episode, we’re talking about what we have coming next from new jobs and certifications to finally cashing in some PTO this summer after a long, hard summer with COVID last year. Tune in for what we will be changing in Season 2, along with some fun announcements!
01:15 What will be changing in Season 2? 03:00 What has it been like creating the first season of Life In Scrubs? 07:20 We’re creating Merch!!! 09:30 What has it been like starting your new job at a new hospital? 13:30 How are the COVID numbers looking from your experience? 14:50 What certification are you working towards? 16:00 What are some of the certifications you can get within the ICU? 18:40 How has it been helping your parents remodel their house? 20:30 Do you have any vacations coming up? 21:15 Where I’m going now that I’m finally getting to use PTO! 25:20 What we hope to plan to meet up with you soon!
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| 06 Jul 2021 | Nurse Aesthetics with Tracie Cotton | 00:36:40 | |
There are SO MANY different areas you can work in within the field of nursing! Today’s guest is proof of that as she has worked in a handful of different units over the years. Our hosts Kristen and Maddi sat down with Tracie Cotton to talk about all things nurse aesthetics! Tracie is a Cardiac Nurse Practitioner and Aesthetics Nurse Practitioner. Combining her wealth of knowledge from bedside to 6+ years experience doing injections, Tracie shares everything we need to know about being a nurse injector. Tune in to hear advice from Tracie whether you’re interested in getting some injections yourself, or if you’re interested in nurse aesthetics as a career!
01:00 Meet Tracie! 03:00 Gaining experience through a wide range of nursing jobs! 05:15 What is nurse aesthetics? 07:00 What are some reasons you see young patients come in wanting injections? 09:40 What drew you to aesthetics? 11:00 Other benefits and how simple injections can impact lives for the better. 14:40 With working 2 jobs, what is your schedule like? 18:30 What kind of training do you need to have to be an injector? 21:00 How long does it take to complete training? 25:30 What credentials do you want to check for when choosing a medspa to go to? 27:50 Is there a website where you can find open positions for training? 29:00 What is your favorite type of injection to do? 32:15 Do you recommend new grads get experience before going into injecting?
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| 28 Sep 2021 | Authenticity Over Approval with Nurse Clara | 00:57:54 | |
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
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Show Notes: We sat down to chat with highly requested guest, Nurse Clara, and had the best time talking about her journey to becoming a Labor and Delivery nurse as a new grad, blogging, therapy, and goals for the future! Clara has shared her life through blogging from high school, to where she is now working part-time in L&D, continuing to grow with her following online, and preparing for graduation! Along with bonding over commonalities we share in this incredibly diverse career of nursing, we have a real conversation about the benefits of going to therapy. Just like Clara, this episode is about showing up authentically, connecting with link-minded people, and making a difference in your community!
03:00 What drew you to nursing as a career? 08:15 Going into a specialty as a new grad. 10:30 Does your hospital do a new grad program/residency? 13:40 What is it like working on a Labor and Delivery unit? 19:50 What does your day look like working in L&D? 24:15 What is it like blogging along with working in L&D? 28:00 How much time do you put into blogging? 30:30 Setting goals for the future with school and work. 33:40 Graduating and leaving bedside. 37:00 What if I change my mind about what I want to do in my nursing career? 39:00 What drives you each day? 40:40 Benefits of therapy and breaking the stigma of needing support. 47:00 How did you find the right therapist for you? 50:45 What is ACU? Why did you create it? | |||
| 02 Aug 2022 | Let's Chat DNP with RN Courtney | 00:50:52 | |
In This Episode, We Talk About: WHY apply to a DNP program and how to choose the right one. Similarities and differences between nursing school and DNP school! Why Courtney is passionate about getting her DNP and her best advice for pursuing your career goals!
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Check out our last episode with Courtney: Episode 63 Breaking Down the Stigma Surrounding Death with Hospice RN Courtney
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Show Notes: Let’s chat all things DNP! We’re excited to have Courtney back on the podcast to get her tips and behind the scenes look at her journey of navigating DNP school! If you are thinking about applying for DNP school, or just curious about the benefits and what the process looks like, Courtney isn’t holding back! She shares candid advice from things she doesn’t like about her DNP program, how to find the right one for you, and how to not let negativity and naysayers get in the way of pursuing your goals. We loved getting to have Courtney back, and learn from her and the reasons she personally decided to get her DNP. Tag is on Instagram with your favorite moment from this episode, and don’t forget to check out our first episode with Courtney in the resources section!
01:00 What have you been up to since we recorded last!? 05:00 What led you to the DNP program? 10:15 Do most programs offer a DNP program? 14:15 The shift we’re seeing in what degrees nurses need to get their dream job. 16:20 What is the difference between a PhD and a DNP? 19:15 Frustrations Courtney has experienced in her DNP program, and tips for choosing the right program. 23:40 What tips would you give someone thinking about going into a DNP program? 26:00 How common is it to have to find your own preceptors for clinicals? 31:00 Benefits of getting your DNP. 37:15 Tips for studying and preparing for your boards. 45:00 Where can we connect with you? 47:00 Don’t let negativity stop you from pursuing your career goals! | |||
| 13 Apr 2021 | Handle The Situation: Angry Family Members, Disagreements with Doctors, and Med Errors | 00:32:46 | |
How do you handle tough conversations at work? In this episode, our hosts Maddi and Kristen are answering your questions about how to handle tough situations with doctors, other co-workers, patients, and their family members. Regardless of where you work in the field of nursing, the constant is you are going to be working with people! When doing patient care there can be a number of difficult situations to navigate on top of what you may find in a typical 9-5 at the office. From how to set boundaries with patients, to how they have guided the conversation with family members as a patient is at the stage of needing end-of-life or comfort care, Kristen and Maddi are sharing their own experiences of how they’ve carried out those tough situations. Tune in for ways you can confidently tackle these situations, and feel empowered in the work you do as a nurse!
03:00 How do you deal with a patient’s angry family member? 07:30 What do you do to still get everything done when you have a needy patient? 12:15 How do you handle a med error? 14:50 What would you do if you’re paired with a nurse that isn’t open to teaching a student or preceptee? 18:40 Have you ever had a disagreement with a doctor? How would you handle that? 24:15 What if a co-worker makes an unprofessional joke about a patient? 26:30 How do you approach talking to family members about end-of-life or comfort care? 32:00 What questions do YOU have for us!?
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| 16 Mar 2021 | Q & A: Season 1 | 00:47:41 | |
We’re answering YOUR questions!! In this special “bonus” episode we are so excited to be wrapping up our very first season of Life In Scrubs Podcast! As we cross this milestone it felt fitting to celebrate with you all by answering your questions! This has been such a fun passion project for us and at the end of the day we love connecting with this amazing community and helping share everything we wish we knew throughout nursing school, and as we New Grads! Honestly, we just enjoy connecting over this amazing career in general, regardless of where you are on your nursing journey! Tune in for this rapid-fire Q & A, and what we have coming next! Cheers to Season One!
01:00 We’re so excited to celebrate Season 1 with you! 01:30 What made you choose Nursing School vs Med School? 02:15 Are the doctors you work with bossy? Do they have a God complex? 03:00 What motivates you to do your side hustles outside of your nursing career? 04:30 What would you be doing if you weren’t a nurse? 05:30 If you weren’t in your specialty, what would you choose? 06:00 What is the biggest mistake you see new grads make? 07:20 Kristen, how do you feel about being 35 and starting in this new career? 08:30 Would you recommend working on a Med Surg unit right out of school? 09:30 How did you stay motivated during nursing school? 11:30 Maddi, when did you start feeling confident working in the ICU? 12:40 When did you start applying for jobs? 14:00 How can I be a helpful student during ER and ICU clinicals? 16:00 Side tangent (Warning!) - never touch a pump or turn things off! 17:00 Any tips for nursing students who have had no in-person lab time due to COVID and feel like they don’t know what they are doing going into clinicals? 19:10 What inspired you both to become nurses? 21:15 What are your best tips for preparing for NCLEX style questions? 22:40 How long has it taken you to feel confident as an independent nurse? 23:40 What resources helped you in your first couple of years in nursing school? 25:30 Have you ever regretted becoming a nurse? 26:50 How do you two know each other? 28:00 How do you handle a hard shift? 30:50 What was it like transitioning into a new unit/position? 33:40 What are some essentials you keep in your work bag/locker? 35:30 Please talk more about New Grads into the ICU! Do you find New Grads have more difficulty coming straight to the ICU? 37:00 Do you plan to work bedside for your whole nursing career? Any plans for NP school? 40:00 What are your tips for how to deal with floating as a nurse? 43:00 If you took out any student loans did you have a timeframe plan of when to pay them off? 44:20 If you could create a new department within your hospitals, what would it be? 46:00 Bonus: Special guest LIVE question!
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| 16 Nov 2021 | Finding Financial Freedom + Managing Student Loan Debt with @the_debtfreenurse | 00:39:39 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: Other ways you can get creative with earning more and picking up shifts as a nurse. How your story and mindset around money could be sabotaging your finances. What you can do today to eliminate debt and start saving. How you can balance enjoying life, and getting your finances in order.
Resources + Links:
Check out the sponsor of today’s episode: ATI the creator of the TEAS Exam
Connect with Allie on Instagram | @the_debtfreenurse
Use code LIFEINSCRUBS to save on Allie’s courses:
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Show Notes: It’s time to ditch your debt! We’re talking all about money on the podcast today with Allie @the_debtfreenurse! If you have the weight of student loans and credit card debt weighing you down, you’re not alone. Allie paid off 46K in one year, as well as grew her savings to 10K+ in the next 6 months. You’ve worked so hard to become a nurse, AND continue to work hard to earn those paychecks! The good news is, not only can you get rid of your debt, but you can still treat yourself to the things you love. It’s finding a balance in getting rid of debt, without feeling like you have to sacrifice everything in the process. Tune in for some incredible tips from Allie, and as always, some relatable stories too!
01:30 Meet Pediatric ICU nurse, Allie! (aka @the_debtfreenurse) 05:40 Loving bedside nursing, and finding other ways to generate income beyond the bedside. 10:00 How to get creative with earning more money, and paying off debt. 13:00 What is your story about, and mindset around money? 16:40 How you can automate your savings! 20:15 What are the 3 phases to financial freedom? 23:40 Where can we find out more about your course? 24:30 What is something we can do TODAY, to eliminate debt and start saving? 29:00 Enjoy having a budget set aside to treat yourself on things that matter most to you. 31:15 What goals are you working towards right now? 36:30 Start the conversation and don’t wait to start getting your finances in order!
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| 11 May 2021 | Nursing as a Second Career - Don’t Let Age Stop You! | 00:16:10 | |
Is it too late for me to start a career in nursing? In this episode of Life In Scrubs we get to hear the first-ever solo episode from our host Kristen all about her background and what led her to become a nurse! Kristen having worked in Pharmacy for 15 years before going to nursing school share’s her experience feeling like one of the older nursing students in her cohort, and how pushing past that initial fear of being “too late” or “too old” to make a career change, has been one of the best decisions she has ever made! Tune in for advice on breaking past limiting beliefs and making the decisions that will move you towards your dream career!
02:00 How did you start your 15-year career in Pharmacy? 04:00 When did you begin working at a compounding pharmacy making medications? 05:15 Did you consider becoming a Pharmacist? 08:00 Did you have other nursing students in your program that chose nursing as a second or third career? 10:00 What advice do you have for anyone that thinks it’s too late to start nursing school? 12:15 How do you feel having pushed past that hesitation of feeling like you were too “old” to become a nurse. 13:00 How has it been having preceptors that are younger than you? 14:15 Don’t allow yourself or other's thoughts hold you back from your dream career!
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| 26 Jul 2022 | Off We Go with Travel Nurses Matt & Peter from @cupofnurses | 00:42:42 | |
In This Episode, You Will Learn: The top Pros and Cons of travel nursing! What Matt and Peter wish they knew before becoming travel nurses. Experiences they’ve been able to have in and outside of work as they’ve traveled!
Resources + Links:
Follow Cup of nurses on Instagram | @cupofnurses Follow Frontline Warriors on Instagram | @wearefrontlinewarriors
Check out Cup of Nurses Travel Checklist http://cupofnurses.com/best-travel-nursing-checklist/
AND Cup of Nurses NCLEX Study guide https://cupofnurses.com/nclex-study-guide/
Find more resources on their website Cup of Nurses https://cupofnurses.com/ Frontline Warriors https://frontlinewarriorsclub.com/
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Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too!
Connect with Kristen on Instagram | @thenursekristen
Connect with Maddi on Instagram | @nurse.maddi
Show Notes: Is travel nursing for you? What experience do you need to have before becoming a travel nurse? In this episode, we’re chatting with Matt and Peter from @cupofnurses about all things travel nursing! Matt and Peter both share their experiences, what they wish they knew before becoming travel nurses, and advice for those that want to take on the adventurous life of a travel nurse! They’re sharing the Pros, Cons, and where some of their favorite assignments have been. Matt and Peter also share why they started Cup of Nurses, and how that has led to creating Frontline Warriors! Tune in to this episode to see if travel nursing might be right for you, and make sure to check out all the links we have listed because there are some great resources!
01:40 What led you to nursing, and eventually becoming travel nursing? 04:30 How has the pandemic changed travel nursing? 07:00 For nurses interested in travel nursing, how should they get started? 09:00 The top 3 Pros of travel nursing. 12:20 Do you see travel nurses who have kids and families, or are most travel nurses single? 13:40 Our top 3 Cons of travel nursing. 17:00 Do you usually take a break in between assignments or go directly from one to another? 18:30 How much experience do you think nurses should have before traveling? 23:00 Have you had any contracts you’ve extended because you’ve loved the hospital? 26:20 What is something you wish you knew about travel nursing before getting into it? 29:20 Having experienced different hospitals, what do you wish hospitals everywhere implemented? 34:00 What inspired you to start your podcast Cup of Nurses?
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