Life After Nursing School – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Are you a new grad nurse preparing for your first interview?

In this episode, we dive into the 5 most common interview mistakes new grad nurses make and how to avoid them. From rambling during your introduction to failing to prepare for behavioral-based questions, we cover it all. 

Learn expert tips on acing your new grad nurse interview, improving your self-introduction, and impressing hiring managers. Whether you're applying for your first nursing job or looking to improve your interview skills, this episode will give you the confidence and strategies you need to succeed. Tune in for valuable new grad nurse interview tips that will help you stand out from the competition and land the job you’ve been working towards

✨ Episode Resources ✨

List of Questions New Grads Should ask Hiring Team in an Interview Downloadable Resource: ⁠https://stan.store/nursecoachcaroline/p/life-after-nursing-schoolquestions-for-hiringteam⁠

Check out the New Nurse Society 

⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about ⁠

Check Caroline’s Stan Store for Webinar Sign Ups! 

⁠https://stan.store/nursecoachcaroline⁠

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: ⁠⁠https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm⁠⁠ 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Website: ⁠⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠⁠

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠⁠

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In this episode, we are discussing what your clinical instructor wants to see from their nursing students. Whether you're starting your first clinical or you're a few rotations in, Caroline, a clinical instructor, shares her experience and advice on what instructors expect from students. You'll learn how to approach your clinical shifts with confidence, manage downtime effectively, and build relationships with the healthcare team. This episode is perfect for students looking to reduce anxiety and make the most of their clinical rotations while building the foundation for a successful nursing career.

Who it's for: Nursing students preparing for clinical rotations or those wanting to improve their clinical performance.

Key topics: Professionalism, preparing for clinical, engaging with staff, critical thinking, handling downtime, developing confidence.

Takeaways: Practical tips on professionalism, time management, and maximizing learning opportunities in clinical settings.

Purposeful Rounding Tool 

https://stan.store/nursecoachcaroline/p/life-after-nursing-schoolpurposeful-rounding-tool 

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website:⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

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This episode is to help you avoid overwhelm at the bedside.

Information from the Mel Robbins Podcast Episode: “Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel OverWhelmed” was heavily shared in this episode. 

This Episode is for: 

• Nurses who often feel overwhelmed during their shift

• Nurses and healthcare professionals seeking strategies to manage stress, prevent burnout and improve workflow efficiencies

Episode Topics & Takeaways: 

• Understanding Overwhlem

• Applying Mel Robbins Overwhelm framework to the bedside

• 5 Practices that can reduce overwhelm at work

Episode Resource: The RN Shift Clarity Tool ⬇️ https://stan.store/nursecoachcaroline/p/life-after-nursing-school-rn-shift-clarity-tool 

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

In today’s episode, I’m debunking a common myth in the nursing world: that landing your first nursing job is easy. We’ve all heard phrases like, “There’s a nursing shortage, you’ll get a job” or “As long as you have a pulse, you’ll find work.” But the reality? The new grad nurse job market is highly competitive, and it’s likely the toughest job market you’ll face in your entire career.

On average it takes 3 to 6 months to secure your first RN position and many find themselves close to a year without job traction. In this episode, I will explain why the new graduate nurse job market is so competitive and strategies to help you prepare and tackle the job market. 

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

In today’s episode, we're diving into the art of studying, which—let’s be honest—everyone in nursing school struggles with at some point! Whether you're preparing for a nursing exam, the NCLEX, or an entrance test like the TEAS, study strategies are crucial for success.

I’m sharing tips and techniques that helped me during my nursing school journey - and a few I wish I knew about! We’ll talk about the power of visual and auditory learning, self-explanation, retrieval practice, and more. I also cover the importance of planning ahead, setting boundaries, and finding the best study environment for maximum productivity.

And don’t forget: I’ve created a free "Study Playbook" with all the tips and tricks I cover in this episode, so check out the link below for your copy!

Click Here - Study Playbook Free Resource

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Affiliate

• Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20”to get 20% off: CLICK HERE

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

Welcome to our first episode of Life After Nursing School Podcast! Here I will be sharing my life after nursing school, which was nothing I had EVER expected. I share my story in order to help you learn from my blind spots and anticipate some of the obstacles I wish I had prepared for. 

Unfortunately, nursing school does not cover the true realities of the profession and this podcast was made to fill in the gaps. Enjoy my nursing story, it is full of unique, unanticipated and incredible chapters - just as yours will be! 

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Affiliate

• Mometrix: NCLEX Prep Course and HESI & TEAS . Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: LINK HERE

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline
• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠

• Website: www.nursecoachcaroline.com

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

In this episode of the Life After Nursing School Podcast, host Caroline Danna sits down with Ashleigh Small, a seasoned NICU nurse, certified critical care expert, and founder of Flip the Shift. With over a decade of experience working nights in a Level 4 NICU, Ashleigh knows exactly what it takes to go from sleep-deprived zombie to thriving night shift nurse—and she's here to share her wisdom.

Whether you're a new grad nurse struggling to adjust to nights or an experienced RN feeling the burnout, this episode is packed with practical advice, real stories, and actionable strategies to help you find balance and actually enjoy your off-hours.

Ashleigh dives into the three biggest mistakes new nurses make on night shift—from falling for the “night shift is terrible” stigma to living without boundaries—and how to fix them fast. You’ll also hear her inspiring journey from bedside nurse to business owner, and get the inside scoop on Night School, her coaching program for nurses ready to reclaim their sleep, schedule, and sanity.

We talk burnout, circadian rhythms, mental health, and what every new nurse needs to know to survive and thrive on night shift—before you find yourself crying in the frozen food aisle (trust us, we’ve been there).

🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The top 3 mistakes new night shift nurses make

• How to protect your energy, sleep, and mental health

• Why mindset matters more than melatonin

• Ashleigh’s journey from NICU to nurse entrepreneur

• Tools to transition smoothly into night shift life

If you're a new nurse, night shifter, or just need some nurse-to-nurse real talk, this episode is your lifeline.

Connect with Ashleigh Small:

• Instagram: @that.nightshift.nurse https://www.instagram.com/that.nightshift.nurse

  TikTok: @that.nightshift.nurse https://www.tiktok.com/@that.nightshift.nurse

  Website: www.fliptheshift.com

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Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community for New Grad Nurses: The New Nurse Society ⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

Stepping into your first nursing job can feel like a mix of excitement, fear, and pure exhaustion. In this episode, I sit down with my younger nurse self—fresh out of school, full of ambition, and completely unprepared for what was ahead. If you're a new grad nurse or in your first year of practice, this one's for you.

I’m sharing the five things I wish I had known when I started my nursing career—from building resilience and setting boundaries, to letting go of perfectionism and rediscovering your identity outside the scrubs. We’ll also touch on burnout, pivoting in your career, and why it's okay to change direction.

Grab a coffee, take a breath, and join me for some honest, heart-centered nursing advice to help you survive—and thrive—through your transition to practice.

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3

Landing your first nursing job as a new grad nurse can be overwhelming, but avoiding key mistakes can make all the difference! In this episode, we dive into the most commonly asked questions from my wildly popular New Grad Nurse Interview Webinar. From crafting an impactful resume objective statement to understanding the best way to stand out in a competitive job market, I break down actionable tips that will help you secure your dream nursing job.

We also tackle tricky topics like when to expect a salary offer, if you can negotiate pay, and whether a nurse residency program is worth it. Plus, if you've ever wondered about creating a nursing portfolio for your interview—I've got thoughts!

With years of experience as a hospital recruiter, nurse manager, and hiring committee member, I’m sharing insider secrets to help you shine in the application and interview process. If you’re ready to level up your job search, join the New Nurse Society for exclusive resources, resume templates, interview coaching, and live Q&A calls!

Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it truly helps! Let’s get you hired, nurse! 🎉👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ #NewGradNurse #NurseInterviewTips #NursingCareer #FirstNursingJob #NurseResidency

Thank you to our Life After Nurse School Podcast Affiliate

-Mometrix: Study for the NCLEX or entrance exams (HESI & TEAS) with affordable resource Mometrix. Apply “ Caroline20” to get 20% off: ⁠https://ref.mometrix.com/1191-852.htm⁠ 

Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline 

• Instagram: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ ⁠https://instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠

• TikTok: @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline⁠⁠⁠

• Website:⁠ ⁠www.nursecoachcaroline.com⁠⁠

• Caroline's Online Community: The New Nurse Society

⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/the-new-nurse-society-5514/about⁠ ⁠⁠

Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3