More nurses are leaving the bedside every year and it has created a shortage nationally. If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably already know good and well about this issue. So what can be done to attract and keep more nurses? Former ANA president Ernest Grant, PhD, RN, FAAN joins us to sort through this pressing issue within the profession and sha ... Show More
Jan 21
Culture Matters: How Everyday Behaviors Shape CRNA Well-Being (Part 1)
Workplace culture in anesthesia doesn’t just live in policies or mission statements, it shows up in hallways, handoffs, and yes, even the lounge. In Part I of this conversation, Lynn and Garry welcome guest Meri Gilman-Mays, CRNA, DNP, for an honest, thoughtful conversation about ... Show More
53m 44s
Jan 20
Grade 1 View – S2, E2 – Applying to CRNA School - Rejection, Reapplying, and Resilience
Applying to CRNA school can feel overwhelming—stats, GPAs, ICU experience, GRE scores, interviews, and endless comparisons to peers and strangers alike. It’s easy to talk yourself out of applying (or reapplying) so today we’re going to back the curtain on the application process ... Show More
43m 1s
Jun 2020
#104: Job, NCLEX and Life Tips for the New Grad Nurse
Making the transition from nursing student to new grad nurse is one of the most intense, nerve-wracking and amazing experiences you’ll ever have. Even though you’re excited, you’re likely also a little bit nervous (maybe even scared!). These tips for new grad nurses will help you ... Show More
51m 29s
Nov 2021
#33 - Nursing Specialties Pt. 2
Happy Thursday! This week I’m going over more nursing specialties beyond the bedside. I’m still in Texas with my husband Brett (with two T’s), and we talk about how all of our favorite things come from Austin, our spiritual walk, and how our break has been. My favorite thing this ... Show More
53m 2s
May 2022
NurseCon at Sea Recap + 3 Things Every Nurse Needs to Hear
In This Episode, You Will Learn: Our trip to NurseCon at Sea, including what we did, our favorite things, and what we would have changed about it. Three things every nurse needs to hear right now. Resources + Links: Connect with us on Instagram | @lifeinscrubspodcast Follow along ... Show More
38m 17s
Aug 2022
#235: BONUS! So You Want to be a Nurse Practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced practice nurses that fulfill a variety of roles in the healthcare setting. Having an NP license enables a nurse to write orders, prescribe medications, diagnose health conditions and, in some states, can even operate independently without physicia ... Show More
34m 59s
Jul 2021
#17 - Nurses Support Their Young
<p><strong>This week is all about nurses eating their young, and why instead nurses should SUPPORT their young.</strong></p>
<p><strong>BRETT IS BACK! My favorite thing this week, besides recording with my husband again, is the Velocicoaster at Universal Orlando. The Florida rain ... Show More
52m 32s