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Podcasts
The FreshRN® Podcast focuses on a wide variety of nursing topics and issues specific to newly licensed nurses and graduating nursing students. This page includes show notes plus additional details and resources for each podcast episode. View the FreshRN® Podcast page for more information about the podcast.
4 Reasons Why Nurses are Mean to Nursing Students
Has an instructor or nurse been really mean to you as a nursing student? Let’s go over a few reasons why nurses are mean to nursing students.
How to Study for Nursing School
Now that the fall nursing school semester is underway, let’s look at some practical tips that will help you know how to study for nursing school.
July Update
In the July update, Kati updates listeners on the new schedule for the FreshRN Podcast for the foreseeable future.
Military Nursing – An Interview with a 20-Year Veteran, Julie Florentin, DNP Student
Get ready to learn about what it’s like to be a military nurse! In this episode, Julie shares with us what it’s like to work in the military vs a civilian nurse. Plus what she wishes she knew as a new grad.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and Researcher -An Interview with Tamar Rodney
Join Kati and Dr. Rodney as they discuss her unique professional journey, the origins of her interest in mental health and why she loves it so much, as well as thoughts about the future of our profession.
Traits to Develop as a New Grad Nurse – An Interview with Nurse Mo
Join Kati and Nurse Mo as they discuss helpful traits to develop as a new grad nurse. These traits will help you as a new nurse and beyond.
Why I Hate “Fake it Til You Make it”
“Fake it til you make it” is a common term we use to encourage people who are learning in a really intimidating and challenging environment. In this episode, Kati discusses why she’s not a fan of that saying.
How to Take Charge of Your Nursing Career with Irnise Williams, Esq
Today, I’m joined by Irnise Williams who is both a nurse and an attorney. We discuss legal considerations for nurses, the realistic likelihood of malpractice situations, and how we can take charge of our day-to-day lives at the bedside.
Are Digital Stethoscopes Worth The Money?
Digital stethoscopes are all the rage. But are digital stethoscopes worth the money? Join Kati as she discusses this topic.
Should I Work in the ICU as a New Grad?
Should I work in the ICU as a New Grad? A Fresh RN VIP asked if it would be wise to work in the ICU as a new grad. Listen for Kati’s perspective and some Q&A from her Instagram followers.
What’s an Awake and Walking ICU? An Interview with Kali Dayton, DNP AGACNP
Have you wondered what’s an Awake and Walking ICU? Join me for an interview with Kali Dayton, DNP AGACNP on this topic.
Common Questions about Malpractice Insurance for Nurses
Many nurses have a lot of questions about malpractice insurance. Let’s go over some of those common questions about malpractice insurance for nurses.
RaDonda Vaught Trial – Part 2, Interview with Lorie Brown, RN MN JD
This week I talked with Lori Brown about the RaDonda Vaught Trail about what it means for nurses and professional liability insurance.
Deep Dive: RaDonda Vaught Trial, Charges, and Timeline
The RaDonda Vaught trial has been a major issue for the nursing community. Let’s dive into what actually happened and what I think this means for nurses.
Surviving Your First Code Blue or RRT – An Interview with Will Kelly, MSN FNP-C
Who You’ll Hear Kati Kleber, MSN RN – Nurse educator, former cardiac med-surg/stepdown and neurocritical care nurse, author, speaker William Kelly, MSN, FNP-C – Family Nurse Practitioner who runs Health And Willness. former telemetry nurse, ER nurse, ER nurse practitioner, and inpatient hospitalist Surviving Your First Code Blue or RRT – An Interview with Will […]
How to Study for the CCRN
Nicholas McGowan, MSN, RN, CCRN – critical care nurse with 12 years of experience in cardiovascular, surgical intensive care, and neurological trauma nursing. How to Study for the CCRN More Resources for Studying for the CCRN
Exploring Publication Bias
Publication bias results from the selective publication of studies. In this episode we discuss exploring publication bias and what it means.
Communication Tips – Your Loved Ones
Communicating with loved ones can be hard. These communication tips – your loved ones can help make these conversations more effective.
Communication Tips – Difficult Conversations
No one likes difficult conversations. These communication tips – difficult conversations can help make these conversations a little better.