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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.

Nurse Residency Programs – An Interview With Nursing Leaders From St. Jude’s

May 2, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

In this episode, Kati Interviews Morgan Melancon MSN, RN, CCRN-K and Annabeth Davis, MSN, RN, NPD-BC about their unique nurse residency program at St. Jude’s. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a leading pediatric treatment and research facility located in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to finding cures for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its mission is […]

Filed Under: New Grad Nurse, Podcasts Tagged With: interview, st. judes

What’s the Big Deal With Delirium? An Interview with Sarah from the Rapid Response RN Podcast

April 24, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

Delirium Podcast

Sarah Lorenzini, MSN, RN, CCRN, CEN – Rapid Response Nurse and host of the Rapid Response RN Podcast What You’ll Learn In this episode, I interview Sarah Lorenzini from the Rapid Response RN Podcast about delirium. We discuss a powerful experience Sarah had with delirium in the ICU, common mistakes new nurses make regarding delirium, […]

Filed Under: Critical Care, Podcasts

From Chaos to Clarity: Tackling Delirium in the Hospital Setting

April 11, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN 2 Comments

If you’re an ICU nurse who regularly cares for intubated and sedated patients, you’re going to want to read this post! Spoiler alert: mind-blowing delirium info ahead.

Filed Under: Critical Care, Podcasts Tagged With: delirium

“What Are Your Weaknesses?” How to Answer This Common Nursing Interview Question

March 28, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

What You’ll Learn In this mini episode, I discuss how to answer the common “what are your weaknesses?” interview question with confidence and without compromising credibility – all while coming off authentic and honest.

Filed Under: Nursing Jobs & Interviews, Podcasts Tagged With: interviews

Nurses Arrested After Missing Dressing Changes

March 13, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

What You’ll Learn On Dec 5, 2022, two LPNs in South Carolina were arrested after dressing changes were not performed on two vulnerable adults from Sept. 9-11, 2022 resulting in worsening of their health. In this video, I SBAR the situation, why it may have led to criminal charges, and go over important considerations for […]

Filed Under: Nurses in the News, Podcasts

What to Say When a Patient Wants to Harm Themselves

March 9, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

What You’ll Learn When a patient gets admitted to the hospital, we ask routine questions to assess risk for self-harm. But… what should you say when they say yes? I asked my husband (professional counselor, worked in mental health for 10+ years) for some talking points!

Filed Under: Partial Dose, Podcasts

The Ideal NCLEX Study Timeline 

January 10, 2023 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

the ideal NCLEX study timeline freshrn

If you’re getting ready to graduate nursing school this year and curious about about how to manage your time as you prepare for the NCLEX, this post is for you! We will go through the ideal NCLEX study timeline.  (Side note: There is a massive NCLEX change that will be implemented on April 1, 2023. […]

Filed Under: Nursing School and NCLEX®, Podcasts Tagged With: NCLEX

NCLEX Next Generation: What You Need to Know

December 2, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

school desk with sharpened pencil, NCLEX Next Generation: What You Need to Know written in foreground

Alert! Alert! A massive update to the NCLEX is COMING PEOPLE! It is called NCLEX Next Generation, often referred to as NCLEX Next Gen. This will go into effect on April 1, 2023. Let’s chat about everything you’ll need to know about it.  Estimated Read Time: 11 minutes I recorded a podcast episode version of […]

Filed Under: Nursing School and NCLEX®, Podcasts Tagged With: affiliate, NCLEX

Major Differences Between ER Nurses and Floor Nurses

November 15, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN 1 Comment

Trying to decide on a career in nursing? Let’s talk about the differences between ER and floor nurses so you can pick the best for you.

Filed Under: Med-Surg, Podcasts Tagged With: emergency department, med surg

4 Reasons Why Nurses are Mean to Nursing Students

October 18, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: nurse, nurse bully, nurse bullying, nurses, nursing school

How to Study for Nursing School

September 20, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Nursing School and NCLEX®, Podcasts Tagged With: affiliate, studying & exams

How to Pass Nursing School Exams

August 9, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

How to Pass Nursing School Exams

It’s time for nursing students to gear up and start their new school semester. Let’s dig into some practical tips for how to pass nursing school exams.

Filed Under: Nursing School and NCLEX®, Podcasts Tagged With: affiliate, studying & exams

July Update

July 21, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

In the July update, Kati updates listeners on the new schedule for the FreshRN Podcast for the foreseeable future.

In the July update, Kati updates listeners on the new schedule for the FreshRN Podcast for the foreseeable future.

Filed Under: Podcasts

Military Nursing – An Interview with a 20-Year Veteran, Julie Florentin, DNP Student

July 14, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN 1 Comment

Military Nursing - An Interview with a 20-Year Veteran, Julie Florentin

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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: military nurse, nurse, nurses

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and Researcher -An Interview with Tamar Rodney

July 7, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: psychiatry, ptsd, trauma

Traits to Develop as a New Grad Nurse – An Interview with Nurse Mo

June 23, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN 1 Comment

S7E74: 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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: amz, new grad nurse, nurse, nurses, nursing school, tips for new grad nurses

Why I Hate “Fake it Til You Make it”

June 16, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: helpful hints, nurse, nurses

How to Take Charge of Your Nursing Career with Irnise Williams, Esq

June 9, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

S7E72: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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: helpful hints, nurse, nurses

Are Digital Stethoscopes Worth The Money?

May 19, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Digital stethoscopes, Eko, Eko Stethoscopes

Should I Work in the ICU as a New Grad?

May 13, 2022 By Kati Kleber, MSN RN Leave a Comment

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.

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