In this episode of the FreshRN Podcast, Kati interviews Morgan Melancon MSN, RN, CCRN-K and Annabeth Davis, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, both from St. Jude...
Behind the Scenes of Oncology Nursing: Insights from Two Nursing Leaders at St. Jude’s
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New Nurse
How to be the Unit’s Favorite New Grad Nurse
Graduation is upon us and there will be many new grad nurses among hospital units very soon if they have not started already. Starting a job in...
For the Overwhelmed New Graduate Nurse
So you’ve just started your new job as a new graduate nurse. You have a great preceptor, you like your unit, and your manager seems pretty cool. But you dread going to work. You get report and you’re already an hour behind. You’re already an overwhelmed nurse. There are so many things to do right this second that you shut down. You can’t do this. It’s too much. You struggle through each day, just trying to get to the end of the shift. You are elated for days off. You dread going back. Is this really what you signed up for? Will this EVER end?
How to Talk to Your Nurse Manager
If you’re a new nurse and not sure how to talk to your nurse manager, this post outlines some important considerations when approaching your new boss.
Often Overlooked IV Tips For Nurses
No matter how much experience you have, IV insertion can be a challenge. Here are my top often overlooked IV tips for nurses.
What’s it Like to be a New Nurse
Wondering what it’s like to be a new nurse? Here are four helpful tips from an RN to help you navigate the new job
Healthy Eating For Nurses
Working 12 hour shifts can really it difficult to stay on track with health and wellness, but healthy eating for nurses is...
How to Trust Your Nursing Judgment
I’ve received a lot of questions from new nurses saying that one of their biggest struggles is when they’ve learned a lot but are having trouble learning how to trust your nursing judgment. You think you know what you’re doing, but you’re not sure…
35+ Nurse Hacks That Will Save Your Sanity
You've heard of Life Hacks? Well, here are 35+ clever nurse hacks that will save your sanity on those really long shifts. Nurse Hacks That...
How To Master Nursing Delegation
This is so important! Nursing delegation frees up your mind so you can focus on the most important tasks first. Here’s how to master it.
Organization Tips for New Nurses
Feeling frazzled? These organization tips for nurses will help you maintain your sanity and stay in control.
I know how it feels when it seems like everything is spinning out of control. Life is moving on and you are just holding on, trying to keep up. And it happens to all of us, not just the new nurses!
Overcoming Anxiety – Top Tips for New Graduate Nurses
Beat the first year nurse anxiety. These top tips for new graduate nurses will help you learn how to become more confident.