No Bad Shifts

Welcome to my 2025 end-of-year reflection on letting go, trusting redirection, and finding momentum after a year that shifted everything. I talk about burnout, travel, nurse coaching, building Nurse Duda, and what happens when you finally put yourself first. A reminder that what feels like derailment might actually be realignment. Here's to another amazing era, see you in 2026 in the year of...

Welcome back my friends! In this episode, I dive into what it means to process change, let go of things that no longer serve you, and realign your energy when life throws unexpected shifts your way. It may be a career pivot, a personal challenge, or simply realizing a goal or relationship isn’t bringing you joy anymore, I reflect on how to honor those feelings, process them, and move forward. I sh...

In this episode, I talk about steps you can take while you're in nursing school to help you land your first job. The process of getting a job can be overwhelming, so if you can start to grow your network, talk to hiring managers, connect with recruiters, and gradually document your experiences in nursing school, I believe your future self will be so thankful. Help secure your dream job by sta...

In this episode, I talk about floating!! I suggest ways to get through the shift when you're pulled from your unit and asked to help on another. Especially as a newer nurse, this can be very stressful and overwhelming. I offer tips to improve communication and ways to ensure you feel safe taking care of your patients even if you are unfamiliar with the population. Floating can be a great oppo...

In this episode, I talk about the most common nursing programs that you can attend to be eligible to sit for the NCLEX and obtain your nursing license as an RN. As well as things to consider when finding the right program for you!  Connect with me on Instagram @nurseduda

In this episode, I talk about why we should be kinder to the nurses on the other shift. As a former "rotater" I spent so much time on each shift during my first two years as a nurse and have an appreciation for both. Recently, I spent 2 weeks on nights and was very clearly reminded of the challenges of both days and nights. Let's take some time to consider what it's like for ev...

In this episode, I talk about some of the most common nursing school studying tips you will read and hear and break them down. I also share some of my own studying habits I picked up along the way in school that helped me succeed in my accelerated program while still doing the things I loved to do in my life. I encourage you to explore all the learning styles and be ready to immediately drop anyth...

In this episode, I talk about giving yourself permission to say yes when someone offers to help you during your busy days as a nurse. I suggest kind and respectful ways to use your voice to ask for help when you need it. Avoid slipping into hyper-independence mode and taking on too much in your days. You are deserving of a hand, and remember,  accepting help does not make you any less of a nurse!

In this episode, I talk about ways to physically and emotionally put your day down and leave work where it belongs. You are not your career and you deserve to go home feeling free of any emotions you adopted or absorbed during the day. Let's avoid burn out by caring for ourselves and protecting our energy. Hildegard Peplau Interpersonal Relations: https://pmhealthnp.com/hildegard-peplau-inter...

Connect with me on tiktok: @nurseduda.   In this episode, I talk about practical tips to have a more engaging day on the floor regardless of the nurse you are paired with and how much they involve you in the day. You are in charge of your own learning. Advocate for the experiences you want to have! 

Connect with me on Instagram: @nurseduda.   In this episode, I talk about ways you can be kinder to yourself as you embark on the journey of being a beginner again! Whether you are starting nursing school, are a new nurse, or just picking up a new hobby, we all go through similar experiences on the learning curve. Give yourself more grace as you're starting out, tell yourself the words you wo...

Connect with me on Instagram: @nurseduda. In this episode, I talk about the importance of the people in your life and how they impact your mindset, attitude, motivation, and your drive to make your dreams come true. Let's go into 2023 feeling loved, supported, and inspired by the people around us. 

Connect with me on Instagram: @nurseduda. In this episode, I talk about 3 routines I’ve incorporated into my mornings to have a more intentional approach to my day.   They say life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you respond. And yes of course our response and reaction to life is crucial, but I might argue that the 90% actually comes from how you approach a situation and the mindset you hav...

Connect with me on Instagram: @nurseduda. In this episode, I introduce you to the 'No Bad Shifts' podcast!  A show for nursing students, new nurses, and all those who spend their days caring for patients. It’s the self-help of nursing and the idea that even though every day might not be our best, we can still learn and grow from every shift. It’s a glass-half full approach to the nursing...