All Episodes

May 16, 2025 23 mins
Did you know...
 
In this episode, Shenell Thompkins explores the complex relationship between professional identity and personal fulfillment, particularly in the nursing field. She discusses the potential pitfalls of overly identifying with job titles, the importance of maintaining a balanced life, and her personal journey through challenges and growth as a nurse and individual. The conversation emphasizes self-reflection, resilience, and the need to embrace one's identity beyond professional roles.
 

Key Takeaways

  • Identifying too closely with a job title can lead to emotional exhaustion.
  • Nursing is a holistic profession that goes beyond just a job.
  • Personal experiences shape our professional journeys.
  • Balancing work and family is crucial for overall well-being.
  • Adversity can lead to significant personal growth.
  • COVID-19 challenged many nurses' identities and roles.
  • Self-care is essential for those in caregiving professions.
  • Embracing a holistic identity can enhance personal fulfillment.
  • Self-reflection is key to understanding one's true self.

 

As mentioned in this episode: 

️ The Rapid Response RN podcast episode: Ruptured Ectopic Pregnancy with guest Shenell, RN

What is Nursing? Your Questions Answered | ANA

Additional Information & credit to: Job Titles as Identity Badges: How Self-Reflective Titles Can Reduce Emotional Exhaustion - People Analytics

The Importance of Separating Your Job Title from Your Personal Identity

Let’s CONNECT!

Stay connected with Nurse Shenell Thompkins, your host of All One Nurse!

Instagram: @allonenurse_shenell
Facebook: All One...

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.