Cup Of Nurses

In this episode, we will be discussing Central Lines. We’ll try to hit everything about PICC lines, what they are, why we use them, and how to properly maintain them. We will also be discussing the different veins where the central line can be inserted and the risks and complications along with it. Another informational episode for nurses and incoming nurses as we delve into these topics.   Go to...

In this episode, we are going to talk about Afghanistan. We're going to discuss how the US got involved in Afghanistan, what happened, and why are we pulling out the US troops. Afghanistan is located in the Middle East between Turkey and Iran. Afghanistan has been on the news because we have recently left, the US military has left. Our efforts in Afghanistan have ended.   Cup of Nurses: https://fa...

In this episode, we would like to introduce Tina Vinsant, the host of The Good Nurse, Bad Nurse Podcast, a podcast that uses storytelling and conversation to encourage and unite nurses and other medical professionals. Tina Vinsant is a CVICU nurse that has turned to travel nursing. She is currently pursuing her MSN with Emphasis on care coordination. Podcast: Anywhere you listen to podcasts. Websi...

In this episode, we will talk about the updated nutrition labels that were implemented since Jan. 1, 2020. The updated label appears on the majority of food packages. Manufacturers with $10 million or more in annual sales were required to update their labels by January 1, 2020; manufacturers with less than $10 million in annual food sales were required to update their labels by January 1, 2021. We...

In this episode, we will talk about the amazing side of nursing, which is creating memorable patient experiences. What is your most memorable nursing experience? Is it your first code blue? Interaction with the patient or the family? Having a Hollywood actor-director patient? Is it your very first patient? Or perhaps a review on your company's website by one of your patients? All fun and memorable...

In this episode, we are going to talk about the first artificial heart transplant with the Aaeson device and the Covid-19 lab leak hypothesis. A surgical team at Duke University Hospital, led by Drs. Jacob Schroder and Carmelo Milano, successfully implanted a new-generation artificial heart in a 39-year-old man with heart failure, becoming the first center in North America to perform the procedure...

Why did you choose to be a nurse? There are many reasons to become a nurse, from good pay to job satisfaction. A career in nursing is an unselfish one, to say the least. Nursing allows for a wide variety of opportunities inside and outside of work. Growth opportunities through education combined will allow flexible hours to pursue multiple ventures. Join us as we discuss why people become nurses a...

We live in a society where a solution is often some kind of drug. Let that be for weight loss, muscle gain, cognitive performance, and even drug addiction. People want a quick and easy fix so that is what is provided to them, unfortunately, this does not solve the root cause of certain ongoing issues. The “take a pill for this” method does not work in every situation but that is what the consumer...

The relationship between nurses and physicians is sometimes strained. We are going to talk about how to strengthen your relationship with your doctor as a nurse. Developing a dynamic and grounded relationship with your physician will have an enormously positive impact on patient safety, quality of care, and overall job satisfaction. In this episode, we will talk about our experience communicating...

In this episode, we are going to be talking about eggs. The different types of eggs, the ways to store them and which eggs are the healthiest. The biggest question here is, should we refrigerate our eggs? We will also share some information about salmonella and its occasional prevalence in the US along with its symptoms and prevention care.   Cup of Nurses: https://fanlink.to/CONsite Frontline War...

In this episode, we will talk about our experience working as a dayshift nurse & some expectations vs reality. As a nurse, depending on your shift, your workflow and experience are going to differ. We have worked both shifts, mainly 4 years on nights but today we are going to share our experience to discuss the expectations vs reality of working the day shift as a nurse. Are you someone who consta...

In this episode, we are going to talk about the Law of Attraction, what is it, how it works, how to implement it, and our experience. It is an ancient spiritual principle that says what you think and feel about something will attract it to you. It's been around for centuries but has risen in popularity recently due to the book, "The Secret." The law of attraction teaches us that our thoughts are p...

Code blues are one of the scariest situations to be in as a nurse. Every nurse should know the basics of a code blue because they can happen at any time. Many times a nurse is the first one to witness a patient going into cardiac or respiratory arrest. There is a lot to know about how to run a good code blue. Join us as we delve into the dos and don'ts of nurses during a code blue.   Cup of Nurses...

In this episode, we are going to talk about Walmart’s new Insulin brand, what that means to the market and how Psilocybin can regrow brain tissue that was lost in depression. Walmart just launched a more affordable analog insulin branded ReliOn. The Brand is designed to overcome common impediments, like the affordability of and access to diabetes care, especially for those without health insurance...

If you’ve been feeling like you’re stagnating in life or just can’t seem to figure out what to change, we have a list of 5 habits for you to start incorporating into your life outside of work and inside. We always try to better ourselves or change in some way, you usually start with a self-reflection and then some research. Unfortunately, many people fail to realize that the best habits are foster...

In this episode, we are going to talk about some common preservatives called nitrates and nitrites. We will also share some research we found regarding NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide). According to the IARC, International Agency for Research on Cancer, run by WHO states: Nitrates or nitrites found primarily in meat sources are probably carcinogenic to humans, conclusions from epidemiologic studi...

So, you finally finished nursing school, Yey! What's next? Should you move out immediately after nursing school? What are the things to consider and what are the benefits of moving out? Moving out is a big part of your life, so make sure to think it through. Why do you want to move out? Is it because everyone is doing it, you want more space, you want more freedom, etc? Join us as we discuss the b...

In this episode, we are going to talk about a new breakthrough in CRISPR technology and Ivermectin. The new major breakthrough in gene modification, researchers at University College London (UCL) injected CRISPR into the blood of six people with a genetic condition between the ages 46 and 64. Three of those people showed positive results, creating the opportunity to further trials using this appro...

Managing your finances is something schools and universities still neglect. Coming out of college some people don’t know how to open a bank account. A career in nursing can be lucrative when it is done right. The highest nursing salaries also allow you to pick and choose where you will work around the US. In this episode, we delve into different strategies that you can apply to handle your finance...

After 8 months of staying in California, it's time for the well-deserved break from travel nursing. Being travel nurses, we are privileged to take mini-vacations in between contracts. To start our break, we took a little RV trip for 2 weeks exploring the Pacific West to reconnect with ourselves and keep grounded amidst all the chaos in reality and the internet. We strongly recommend taking these m...

Today we’d like to welcome Tasha Triana. Tasha is a Southern California native, world traveler of 25+ countries, a registered nurse of 8+ years, certified yoga and meditation teacher, and Reiki practitioner. Tasha founded her business, The Nurtured Nurse, to teach nurses how to prioritize their own self-care and wellness so they can show up feeling replenished and empowered to live their best live...

In this episode, we are going to talk about what the future of medicine and health technologies will be in the next 25 years covering the following topics: - Universal health coverage in the U.S. - Patient empowerment due to the tech revolution - Brain-computer interfaces bring hope for the paralyzed - 3D printing drugs - Do new technologies potentially bring new diseases? - Artificial food will b...

In this episode, we are going to discuss the things you have to do once you’ve passed your NCLEX. In nursing, the work seems to never stop. So, you’ve passed your NCLEX and you are crossing over from student to practitioner. Your next step should be applying to jobs, but on a unit, you want to work on. As travel nurses, we have a lot of tips and recommendations for you based on what we learned thr...

In this episode, we are going to talk about The World Economic Forum, or in short WEF. In summary, The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. This is a non-profit organization that joins public and private companies in collaboration with certain agreed-upon goals. The WEF's mission is stated as "committed to improving the state of the world by engagi...

Oncoming nurse what do you say? In order to wrap up your shift successfully, you need to do a final sweep of your room, orders, patient status, and a good nurse note. In this episode, we cover all end-of-shift duties. When we first started nursing, there always was anxiety properly wrapping up a shift. Questions always ran through the mind of what else: -What is my patient's status? -Did I empty a...