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Author: Misty

  • Show Me Yours and I will Show You Mine-Stethoscopes

    The Stethoscope: From Chest Trumpets to Clinical Icons Welcome back to Scrubs & Shift Notes—where coffee is strong, shifts are long, and nursing stories never get old. Today, we’re diving into something you probably have around your neck right now: the humble stethoscope. But did you know this essential tool has been around for over Read more

  • Is Nursing a Calling? Or Just the Best Damn Job I Ever Chose?

    When people ask why someone becomes a nurse, the answer is almost always the same:“I just want to help people.” And while that’s beautiful… it’s also vague. The guy at the drive-thru helps people get fed.The cashier at the bank helps people manage their money.Your hairstylist helps you feel like your best self (shoutout to Read more

  • Welcome to Scrubs & Shift Notes: Real Talk from Every Corner of Nursing.

    Hi there,I’m so glad you’re here. Welcome to Scrubs & Shift Notes, a space created by a dialysis clinic manager (that’s me!) who’s lived every shift, every code, and every side conversation in the breakroom. Whether you’re a new grad nurse, a veteran RN, or someone just trying to survive a 12-hour shift without losing Read more

  • 5 Signs Your Dialysis Clinic Needs Better Staffing

    Managing a dialysis clinic isn’t just about scheduling treatments—it’s about creating a safe, efficient, and compassionate environment for both patients and staff. But how do you know when your clinic is truly understaffed or if the workload is simply being mismanaged? Here are five unmistakable signs your dialysis clinic needs better staffing: 1. 📉 Patient Read more