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Nursing Lyfe 101Bloopers: Behind the Scenes at Nursing Lyfe 101Christopher 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 story tangents• Dog interruptions throughout recording sessions• Voice issues and physical challenges during long recording days• Patient stories with false starts and corrections to maintain privacy• Moments of uncontrollable laughter when segments don't go as plannedWe're excite...2025-05-091h 03Nursing Lyfe 101Urinals Fly, Boundaries Apply: Real Talk on Handling Difficult PatientsConflict 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 recounts being called racial slurs by patients, while Colby describes an incident where a confused patient attempted to pull her into bed. These aren't isolated events but common occurrences that nurses traditionally accepted as "part of the job." Th...2025-04-101h 10Nursing Lyfe 101Surviving Your First Year – Finding Balance & Avoiding Burnout📢 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 new nurse...2025-03-2656 minNursing Lyfe 101Navigating Your First Year as a Nurse: Thriving as a Clin 1💡 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 This Episode:✅ The top 3 things every Clin 1 should focus on2025-03-1255 minNursing Lyfe 101Elevating Nursing through Effective CollaborationDiscover 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 mutual support and efficiency, benefiting both staff and patients alike.Find out how effective communication and delegation can make or break a nursing team. We highlight the often-overlooked training gaps in nursing schools and stress the need...2025-02-2600 minNursing Lyfe 101Nursing with Integrity Amidst Political PressuresWhat 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, patient rights, and the core mission of healthcare equity. By revisiting historical injustices like the Tuskegee Experiment, we spotlight the urgent need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare settings...2025-02-121h 07Nursing Lyfe 101Navigating Frugality and Waste: Stories from the Frontlines of NursingThe 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 care quality • Consequences of the Baxter plant shutdown on healthcare • Role of nurses in managing costs and awareness • Meal prepping strategies for improved self-care • Note on hospital profit margins affecting care decisionsSe...2025-01-2950 minNursing Lyfe 101From Classroom to Profession: Mastering Nursing Interviews and CareersWe 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 interviews • Tips for dressing smartly for interviews, both in-person and virtually • Best practices for practicing interview skills • The importance of asking insightful questions during interviews • Recommendations for shadowing units before accepting a roleSend us a textSupport the show...2025-01-151h 20