Nursing Lyfe 101

Ever wonder why nursing friendships hit different? When you've held pressure on a bleeding wound together or laughed hysterically at 3 AM after your fifth admission, something profound happens between colleagues that non-healthcare friends simply cannot understand.

Christopher and Colby dive deep into the fascinating paradox of nursing relationships – how spending 12-hour shifts together can either forge unbreakable b...

The nursing profession faces a crisis that rarely makes headlines but affects nearly every healthcare worker: burnout. With alarming numbers of nurses leaving bedside care within just five years, we tackle the critical question of sustainability in a career meant to span decades.<br><br>Stress and burnout might seem like synonyms in healthcare, but they represent different points on a dangerous continuum. We explore the...

Christopher and Colby explore the human side of podcasting by sharing their funniest outtakes, mishaps, and behind-the-scenes moments from previous recording sessions. This unique episode reveals the reality of creating content while balancing nursing careers.

• Technical difficulties including microphone issues, sound problems, and recording software glitches
• Forgotten lines, lost trains of thought, and impromptu st...

Conflict is inevitable in healthcare, but how you respond to it defines your nursing practice. In this raw conversation, Colby and Christopher tackle the challenging reality of patient aggression toward nurses – from verbal abuse and name-calling to physical threats and inappropriate touching.

Drawing from their combined experience, they share powerful stories that illuminate the daily challenges nurses face. Christopher r...

📢 Description:

In this follow-up to Episode 8, Christopher and Colby continue the conversation on what it’s really like to be a new nurse. They discuss the pressures of picking up extra shifts, why it’s essential to have a life outside of the hospital, and how to avoid early career burnout.

💡 Key Topics:

✔️ Why you should limit overtime in your first year

✔️ The importance of finding hobbies outside of work

✔️ Financial tips for ...

💡 Episode 8: “Navigating Your First Year as a Nurse: Thriving as a Clin 1”

Welcome to another episode of Nursing Lyfe 101! Today, Christopher and Colby dive into the realities of being a Clin 1, or a brand-new nurse. From managing nerves and mastering medications to handling tough shifts and advocating for yourself, we’re giving you the real talk on how to not just survive, but thrive in your first year.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in...

Discover the key to mastering respectful relationships in nursing teams and revolutionize your healthcare environment! Promise yourself a shift towards better collaboration as we explore the invaluable roles of Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and nurses. Learn how establishing rapport at the beginning of shifts and maintaining fair workloads can transform the working atmosphere into one of mutu...

What if the very institutions we trust for care and compassion could also be centers of enforcement and fear? This episode challenges you to confront the ethical dilemmas in nursing as we explore the shifting role of healthcare providers in the face of immigration enforcement. We promise an insightful look into how hospitals, once sanctuaries, are now arenas where the presence of ICE agents raises tough questions about privacy, pat...

The podcast explores the frugality within nursing practice and the dichotomy between wastefulness and cost-saving measures in healthcare. The co-hosts delve into the impact of supply changes on patient care, the implications of recent hospital practices, and the importance of meal prepping to maintain wellness in a demanding profession. 
• Discussion on waste vs. frugality in nursing 
• Impact of supply changes on patient c...

We explore effective strategies for succeeding in nursing interviews, including preparation tips, the importance of appearance, and how to present specific examples. Throughout the discussion, we encourage listeners to engage in self-reflection and preparation to ensure a successful job application experience. 
• Techniques for researching potential employers 
• The significance of specific personal examples during intervie...

What if goal-setting could be as fun and engaging as a game of bingo? Join us as we usher in 2025 with stories from Colby and Christopher, who share their creative approaches to New Year's resolutions using a bingo card. Colby celebrates a win with her goals, while Christopher reflects on his journey and plans to tackle unfinished objectives. You'll walk away with fresh ideas to keep your personal, financial, and leisure ...

Have you ever wondered how a career in nursing can shape your life in unexpected ways? Join us, Christopher and Colby, as we invite you into our world of nursing, where student loans and career uncertainties are just the beginning of an incredible journey. Hear Colby's reflections on the challenges of nursing school and the reality of managing student debt while discovering passion in patient care. Meanwhile, Christopher share...

Welcome to Nursing Lyfe 101! 🎉 In this very first episode, your hosts, Colby and Christopher, take you on a journey through their nursing careers—sharing the pivotal moments, challenges, and joys that brought them to where they are today.

You’ll get a glimpse into:

🩺 Why Colby and Christopher chose nursing as their career path

💡 The experiences that shaped their perspectives as nurses

🎙️ What inspired them to create Nursing Ly...