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Nursing Lyfe 101

Nursing Lyfe 101

Welcome to Nursing Lyfe 101! 🩺✨Join Colby and Christopher, two seasoned nurses navigating the highs and lows of healthcare, as they share personal stories, practical advice, and insights on nursing, wellness, and career growth. Whether you"re a student, a new grad, or an experienced RN, Nursing Lyfe 101 is your go-to for real talk on life in scrubs, mental health, and tips to thrive inside and outside the hospital.Tune in, connect, and find your strength with us – because nursing is more than a

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72:24

Clinicals: The Unfiltered Start of Every Nurse’s Story

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2025/12/10

Remember walking onto the unit as a student nurse, heart racing, praying your patient wouldn’t code while you were in the room? Yeah… same.In this episode of Nursing Lyfe 101, Christopher and Colby head back to their clinical days — the rotations that built their confidence, broke their nerves, and taught them what kind of nurses they wanted to be. We’re talking: Christopher’s first real code in cardiac surgery ICU (and where his love of chest compressions began)A med student who actually dia...

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75:15

New Title, New Shoes: Stepping Into Nursing Leadership

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2025/11/26

Ever wonder what really changes when a bedside nurse becomes a manager? We pull back the curtain on a leap that wasn’t about a title or a pay bump, but about finding the right fit: outpatient leadership in cardiac rehab and the stress lab, where patient momentum meets sustainable work-life balance. You’ll hear why timing and alignment matter more than ambition, how imposter syndrome sneaks in even with a decade of experience, and why earning trust starts with orienting shoulder to shoulder be...

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84:00

Nurses, 12-Hour Shifts, And The Pets Who Love Us

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2025/11/12

Long shifts, leashes, and a lot of love. We open up about what it really takes to be a nurse and a pet parent, from the 12-hour stretch to the 2 a.m. vet run, and why a wagging tail can still turn the worst shift into a decent day. This conversation gets practical—how night shift routines can help puppies settle, why “a tired dog is a well-behaved dog” actually works, and how crates, enrichment, and pet cams reduce chaos when you’re not home. We also get real about the money side: insurance v...

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64:21

Nursing Superstitions: Fact, Fiction, or Full Moon?

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2025/10/29

Welcome back to Nursing Lyfe 101 — Season 2 is officially in session! 🎉 In this hilarious and relatable premiere, Christopher and Colby dive into the weird, wild, and downright spooky world of nursing superstitions — from the infamous Q-word that jinxes your shift to the full moon frenzy every nurse swears is real. They swap stories about sports rituals, haunted hospital halls, “black cloud” coworkers, and why you should never order Chinese food on shift. Plus, in this episode’s Medical

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73:45

Nursing Life Unveiled: Season One Reflections

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2025/08/13

From bloopers to backfires (literally!), Christopher and Colby celebrate the conclusion of Nursing Life 101's inaugural season with a heartfelt reflection on their podcasting journey. Diving into listener favorites like "Battling Burnout: Self-Care Strategies for Nurses" and the politically charged episode on nursing with integrity, they unpack what made these conversations resonate so deeply with their audience. The duo tackles a fascinating array of listener questions that reveal both the ...

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75:21

Work, Love, and Code Blue: Dating in Healthcare

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2025/06/18

Is it love… or just shared trauma and back-to-back 12s? In this episode of Nursing Lyfe 101, Christopher and Colby dive into one of the most controversial topics in healthcare—dating your coworkers. From dating within your own unit to navigating relationships across departments, they unpack the real-life stories, workplace drama, and lessons learned from love on the floor. 💬 Should you tell your manager? 📋 What’s the risk of unit gossip and awkward breakups? 📣 How do you keep things

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49:50

Friends in Scrubs: How Nursing Builds (and Breaks) Bonds

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2025/06/04

Ever wonder why nursing friendships hit different? When you've held pressure on a bleeding wound together or laughed hysterically at 3 AM after your fifth admission, something profound happens between colleagues that non-healthcare friends simply cannot understand. Christopher and Colby dive deep into the fascinating paradox of nursing relationships – how spending 12-hour shifts together can either forge unbreakable bonds or create uncomfortable tensions. They explore the complexity of maint...

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71:34

Battling Burnout: Self-Care Strategies for Nurses

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2025/05/21

The nursing profession faces a crisis that rarely makes headlines but affects nearly every healthcare worker: burnout. With alarming numbers of nurses leaving bedside care within just five years, we tackle the critical question of sustainability in a career meant to span decades.<br><br>Stress and burnout might seem like synonyms in healthcare, but they represent different points on a dangerous continuum. We explore the subtle warning signs that appear long before you reach your b...

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38:49

Bloopers: Behind the Scenes at Nursing Lyfe 101

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2025/05/10

Christopher and Colby explore the human side of podcasting by sharing their funniest outtakes, mishaps, and behind-the-scenes moments from previous recording sessions. This unique episode reveals the reality of creating content while balancing nursing careers. • Technical difficulties including microphone issues, sound problems, and recording software glitches • Forgotten lines, lost trains of thought, and impromptu story tangents • Dog interruptions throughout recording sessions • Voice iss...

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70:07

Urinals Fly, Boundaries Apply: Real Talk on Handling...

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2025/04/10

Conflict is inevitable in healthcare, but how you respond to it defines your nursing practice. In this raw conversation, Colby and Christopher tackle the challenging reality of patient aggression toward nurses – from verbal abuse and name-calling to physical threats and inappropriate touching. Drawing from their combined experience, they share powerful stories that illuminate the daily challenges nurses face. Christopher recounts being called racial slurs by patients, while Colby describes a...

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56:56

Surviving Your First Year – Finding Balance &...

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2025/03/26

📢 Description: In this follow-up to Episode 8, Christopher and Colby continue the conversation on what it’s really like to be a new nurse. They discuss the pressures of picking up extra shifts, why it’s essential to have a life outside of the hospital, and how to avoid early career burnout. 💡 Key Topics: ✔️ Why you should limit overtime in your first year ✔️ The importance of finding hobbies outside of work ✔️ Financial tips for new nurses – insurance, 401(k), and more ✔️ The impact of

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55:10

Navigating Your First Year as a Nurse: Thriving as a...

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2025/03/12

💡 Episode 8: “Navigating Your First Year as a Nurse: Thriving as a Clin 1” Welcome to another episode of Nursing Lyfe 101! Today, Christopher and Colby dive into the realities of being a Clin 1, or a brand-new nurse. From managing nerves and mastering medications to handling tough shifts and advocating for yourself, we’re giving you the real talk on how to not just survive, but thrive in your first year. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The top 3 things every Clin 1 should focus on ✅

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60:00

Elevating Nursing through Effective Collaboration

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2025/02/26

Discover the key to mastering respectful relationships in nursing teams and revolutionize your healthcare environment! Promise yourself a shift towards better collaboration as we explore the invaluable roles of Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and nurses. Learn how establishing rapport at the beginning of shifts and maintaining fair workloads can transform the working atmosphere into one of mutual support and efficiency, benefiting both staff and patients ...

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67:45

Nursing with Integrity Amidst Political Pressures

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2025/02/12

What if the very institutions we trust for care and compassion could also be centers of enforcement and fear? This episode challenges you to confront the ethical dilemmas in nursing as we explore the shifting role of healthcare providers in the face of immigration enforcement. We promise an insightful look into how hospitals, once sanctuaries, are now arenas where the presence of ICE agents raises tough questions about privacy, patient rights, and the core mission of healthcare equity. By rev...

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50:36

Navigating Frugality and Waste: Stories from the...

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2025/01/29

The podcast explores the frugality within nursing practice and the dichotomy between wastefulness and cost-saving measures in healthcare. The co-hosts delve into the impact of supply changes on patient care, the implications of recent hospital practices, and the importance of meal prepping to maintain wellness in a demanding profession. • Discussion on waste vs. frugality in nursing • Impact of supply changes on patient care quality • Consequences of the Baxter plant shutdown o...

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80:04

From Classroom to Profession: Mastering Nursing...

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2025/01/15

We explore effective strategies for succeeding in nursing interviews, including preparation tips, the importance of appearance, and how to present specific examples. Throughout the discussion, we encourage listeners to engage in self-reflection and preparation to ensure a successful job application experience. • Techniques for researching potential employers • The significance of specific personal examples during interviews • Tips for dressing smartly for interviews, both in-pe...

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75:22

Keeping Spirits Bright on Holiday Shifts

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2025/01/01

What if goal-setting could be as fun and engaging as a game of bingo? Join us as we usher in 2025 with stories from Colby and Christopher, who share their creative approaches to New Year's resolutions using a bingo card. Colby celebrates a win with her goals, while Christopher reflects on his journey and plans to tackle unfinished objectives. You'll walk away with fresh ideas to keep your personal, financial, and leisure goals on track throughout the year.The holiday season brings unique chal...

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63:54

Embracing Change: A Nurse's Career Adventure

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2024/12/18

Have you ever wondered how a career in nursing can shape your life in unexpected ways? Join us, Christopher and Colby, as we invite you into our world of nursing, where student loans and career uncertainties are just the beginning of an incredible journey. Hear Colby's reflections on the challenges of nursing school and the reality of managing student debt while discovering passion in patient care. Meanwhile, Christopher shares his whirlwind ascent to an assistant nurse manager position, whil...

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72:40

Meet Colby & Christopher: Behind the Scrubs

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2024/12/04

Welcome to Nursing Lyfe 101! 🎉 In this very first episode, your hosts, Colby and Christopher, take you on a journey through their nursing careers—sharing the pivotal moments, challenges, and joys that brought them to where they are today.You’ll get a glimpse into:🩺 Why Colby and Christopher chose nursing as their career path💡 The experiences that shaped their perspectives as nurses🎙️ What inspired them to create Nursing Lyfe 101Whether you’re a seasoned nurse, a student in scrubs, or

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