Category: Nurse Life
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The Power of a Right Hand Woman
I’ll admit it—I’ve been staring at my screen with a serious case of writer’s block. Nothing, nada, zilch. Then it hit me: why not just write about what’s right in front of me? So here we are. Let’s talk about something that has changed my work life in a big way: hiring the right second-in-command. Read more
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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
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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
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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