Before working in the hospital and home care, I was a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) on their rehab unit. My time in Long Term Care made me have so much respect and appreciation for all the staff- from nurses to CNAs to housekeepers! I learned so much from the amazing nurses I worked with and it helped make me into the nurse I am today. This episode I'm sharing what a typical day looked like along with the good and the bad of long term care. NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Ment ..read more

A few days ago I officially hit the 2 year mark from the last shift I worked in the hospital as a bedside nurse. I'm sharing lesson I have learned, happiness I have found in home health nursing, and more on today's episode! NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses.com/support-groups/ Support NSN & The Podcast: https://givebutter.com/20aMro Peace Love Nursing Blog: https://peacelovenursing.com Peace Love Nursing Instagram: @pe ..read more

After an unplanned break from the podcast- I am excited to be back with a new episode! Today is a little life update, mental health discussion, and I am sharing the four intentions I have set for November (and some ideas for setting goals/intentions for yourself as well!) NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses.com/support-groups/ Support NSN & The Podcast: https://givebutter.com/20aMro Peace Love Nursing Blog: https://pea ..read more

Today we are discussing the history of pre-hospital medicine and how it came to be. The Freedom House Ambulance Service was the first formal paramedic program and Emergency Medical Services in the United States. Staffed by Black men and women from Pittsburgh's poorest neighborhood, these paramedics paved the way to save countless lives. My apologies for the occasional background noise in the episode. I'm trying out a new mic and I need to work on the background noise cancelation (or maybe not record around my dog, lol) NPR Article- https://www.npr.org/2022/09/27/1124161896/at-freedom-house-th ..read more

CW: Suicide June is Men's Mental Health Month and today we are discussing this very important topic! Thanks to society, culture, and more- men may have a hard time seeking mental health treatment, expressing emotions, etc. One of the ways to lead to better mental healthcare for men is by having the hard conversations and creating safe and open spaces for me to share their experiences.  NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses ..read more

On today's episode- I am sending alllll the love and appreciation to the backbone of healthcare- the CNAs! Sharing stories and my appreciation for how amazing CNAs have been throughout my nursing career. In the second part of the episode- I am sharing my thoughts and personal experience with a question I hear all the time- should I be a CNA before I become a nurse? While I don't believe anything is black and white- I do have a pretty strong opinion on this and I will share why! As always, if you are a CNA, nursing student or nurse looking for support and mentorship- send me a DM on Instagram ..read more

After a little time away, I'm sharing a life update with you! We're talking mental health, self care, work life, and a few podcast episodes I'm loving lately!  The Cellfie Show- The Fertility Fantasy  https://www.cellfiepodcast.com/podcast/episode/19b01400/the-fertility-fantasy-tori-sam-tell-all-about-their-fertility-journey The Self Care Unit- Alexis Hinkley https://theselfcareunitpod.com/alexis-hinkley NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https ..read more

The National Alliance for Mental Illness has started a campaign in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. The More than Enough campaign is a way to spread hope, awareness, and support. Listen to hear my thoughts on this awesome initiative! Because no matter where you are in life or your struggles, you are more than enough. NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses.com/support-groups/ Support NSN & The Podcast: https://givebutt ..read more

Join me for a little life update and a discussion about the power of a haircut. Things like bubble baths, haircuts, and face mask can be seen as frivolous- but I'm here to say it can be an important part of the healing journey. NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses.com/support-groups/ Support NSN & The Podcast: https://givebutter.com/20aMro Peace Love Nursing Blog: https://peacelovenursing.com Peace Love Nursing Instagram ..read more

After ten years as a nurse I am making a transition to home health and for the first time in a long time, I have some of the feelings of being a "new nurse" again. In this episode I share my thoughts and experience, tips for new nurses, and tips for how experienced nurses can support our nurslings. NSN Instagram: @nurses.supporting.nurses NSN Website: https://nursessupportingnurses.com ^Support Groups, Mentorship, Self Care Newsletter & More^ Join the Support Group: https://nursessupportingnurses.com/support-groups/ Support NSN & The Podcast: https://givebutter.com/20aMro Peace Love ..read more