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!) Resources + Links:   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   Check out Maddi’s daily tips on TikTok | @nurse.maddi   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?

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Which specialty will best suit you and your personality. The personality traits and mindsets necessary for each specialty.   Resources + Links:   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: 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?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Going into a specialty as a new grad What it’s like working in Labor & Delivery How 1 year of therapy has benefited Clara’s life The inspiration behind creating The Asian Care Unit   Resources + Links: Check out this episode’s sponsor: The Mama Coach www.themamacoach.com   Follow Clara on Instagram | @nurseclara And @theasiancareunit Check out Clara’s blog | https://www.nurse-clara.com/   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: 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?

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!