Life In Scrubs

How do you start a podcast? Kristen and Maddi are back sharing how they went from googling that exact question to now being 7 months into sharing this podcast with you! From advice as you create the concept of your podcast, to what goes into running and marketing it, Kristen and Maddi are here to pass on what they’ve learned to make the process easier for you! (If this isn’t your first episode, you know that’s basically what they do here!) There are so many ways you could start and run a podcast, this episode is full of questions that will help point you in the best direction for you, because your podcast should be as unique as you are! Tune in for some amazing podcasting tips as well as updates for where you can order our limited edition merch! YES! It’s here! As well as grab your ticket to our first live event! We can’t wait to see you in your Life in Scrubs tee, and join us for the live event too!

01:15 Exciting news!

04:00 How has it been having a podcast?

05:00 Our advice for where to start! (Hint: WHO is your audience?)

06:40 Choosing a podcast production company vs DIYing your podcast!

09:00 How our plans and goals have changed throughout our first 7 months.

10:15 How are you marketing your podcast?

12:40 What our recording days look like!

14:30 Merch is HERE!

16:00 Sizing for our limited quantity tee’s!

17:30 Mark your calendars for our first LIVE event!

18:40 What questions do you have for us? (Ask us at the event during the live Q&A!)

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What is Work-Life Balance? How do you measure something like that? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing how work-life balance looks uniquely different to them, how they stay organized, and some things they enjoy doing just for fun! Taking time for yourself, especially in a career where you work long hours pouring into the needs of others, takes being intentional! Tune in for ways you can find the best balance that works for you, from loving your job to not being afraid to take PTO, we’re here to cheer you on in this amazing life of nursing while growing and enjoying your time off the clock too!

00:50 The fine balance of wanting to pick up shifts and having time to knock out to-do lists and relax at home!

04:30 Watching Grey’s Anatomy as a nurse.

08:40 Evaluating what activities we’re doing for fun, and what we’re doing for work!

11:00 When you’re saying “yes” to some things, what are you saying “no” to?

12:00 How do you manage your to-do list and prioritize sleep?

14:15 What do you use to stay organized?

21:00 Setting time aside for yourself to work towards goals or rest.

24:15 Having hobbies outside of work.

26:00 Don’t be afraid to use PTO.

28:30 The difference having a job you love can make on how you feel in life.

29:30 What you can learn about yourself by tracking how you feel throughout the month.

31:20 The power of doing 1 thing each day that makes you happy!

35:00 Repeat after us, “Resting is productive!”

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You are doing incredible things! Why is it so easy for us to be our own worst critics? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are talking all about Imposter Syndrome! That feeling of questioning ourselves as we take on a new role, a big leap, or get well-deserved recognition. It’s time you recognize the good you are doing in the world, and step into the confident person you are meant to be! Tune in to hear some of these moments Kristen and Maddi have felt imposter syndrome in life and nursing. As well as a challenge to help you boost your confidence in everything you do! 

01:00 What is imposter syndrome?

03:30 Letting go of the feeling of not being deserving.

07:50 The exercise of saying 5 positive things about yourself.

09:00 Giving yourself grace in life and as you are mastering nursing skills!

10:15 Act as if you are confident, and true confidence will follow!

11:00 What actions can I take to feel more confident?

15:15 How the support of a friend turned into this podcast.

18:00 Is it easy for you to accept compliments?

19:30 Our challenge to focus on the good things happening in your life, and the good YOU do!

24:15 Recognizing your power! 

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There are SO MANY different areas you can work in within the field of nursing! Today’s guest is proof of that as she has worked in a handful of different units over the years. Our hosts Kristen and Maddi sat down with Tracie Cotton to talk about all things nurse aesthetics! Tracie is a Cardiac Nurse Practitioner and Aesthetics Nurse Practitioner. Combining her wealth of knowledge from bedside to 6+ years experience doing injections, Tracie shares everything we need to know about being a nurse injector. Tune in to hear advice from Tracie whether you’re interested in getting some injections yourself, or if you’re interested in nurse aesthetics as a career!

01:00 Meet Tracie!

03:00 Gaining experience through a wide range of nursing jobs!

05:15 What is nurse aesthetics?

07:00 What are some reasons you see young patients come in wanting injections?

09:40 What drew you to aesthetics?

11:00 Other benefits and how simple injections can impact lives for the better.

14:40 With working 2 jobs, what is your schedule like?

18:30 What kind of training do you need to have to be an injector?

21:00 How long does it take to complete training?

25:30 What credentials do you want to check for when choosing a medspa to go to?

27:50 Is there a website where you can find open positions for training?

29:00 What is your favorite type of injection to do?

32:15 Do you recommend new grads get experience before going into injecting?

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We’re kicking off Season 3 with a fun game of Would You Rather! As our hosts, Kristen and Maddi both share updates as we head into summer, including some changes as things are slowly changing in hospitals here in Arizona! For those of you that have been with us since Episode 1, to the ones that are listening to their first episode with us today, thank you for being here! We are excited to bring more great conversations, education, and build this community around the amazing career of nursing! Play along with us on this game of would you rather and tag us on Instagram with your favorite ones!! We’d love to see you ask your friends these questions too!

01:15 Our first live, in-person event!

05:00 Work and life updates!

08:15 Summer staffing and students in hospitals.

11:15 Are there still limitations with visitors at your hospital?

14:30 Have you had to do your ACLS?

17:50 Would you rather do admission or discharge?

21:00 Have a long commute and get paid more, or short drive and get paid less?

22:00 Hospice care or psych?

24:50 Would you rather call/go to a stroke alert or rapid response?

26:15 Hospital or Outpatient?

26:40 Would you rather have co-workers love you and manager hate you? Or have your co-workers hate you and your manager love you?

27:40 Slow and boring shift, or busy shift where you don’t get to take lunch?

29:30 Would you rather have a rude patient’s family or a confused and impulsive patient?

31:00 Spilled urine on your pants or trach sputum on your shirt?

32:00 Donuts vs pizza!

35:30 C-Diff patient or GI bleed?

37:30 THANK YOU for those who have left reviews!

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Season two is in the books and we’re celebrating in true Life In Scrubs fashion! Our hosts Maddi and Kristen love answering your questions, so we’re wrapping up season 2 with a Live Q&A! There are so many things Kristen and Maddi wished they would have known as they were just getting started in their careers as nurses, and they’ve learned so much along the way. In this episode, they’re answering everything from the most rewarding part of their job, how to stand out when applying for your next nursing position, and they even gave a sneak peek at their upcoming Merch AND their first in-person event!

02:40 Kristen - Can you give us some insight on your new unit?

04:50 Sneak Peek into our upcoming merch!!

06:30 Tips for preparation before going into nursing school!

08:45 What tips do you have for someone just starting nursing school?

11:20 Have either of you considered going into long term care or end of life care?

13:40 What is the most rewarding part of your job?

16:40 What we wish we knew before starting our careers.

19:30 Have you ever considered travel nursing?

21:15 Advice for going back to work after being on medical leave.

23:15 What advice do you have for a new grad going into critical care?

26:50 What do you do to find joy in the day-to-day?

28:40 How hard is it to get into a specialty like pediatric oncology?

31:15 How do you deal with failure or rejection as a nurse?

33:00 Why do they say CVICU nurses are crazy?

34:10 How the pandemic affected us as nurses?

38:00 Settling into life and nursing now that we have the vaccine.

40:00 Did you apply to jobs before you graduated?

42:30 Tips for creating your resume.

44:15 Is it necessary to take a new grad program?

46:30 What do you do to help prevent burnout?

47:50 Do you feel it’s better for new grads to start on day or night shift?

51:30 Tips for taking manual blood pressures and stethoscope recommendations.

53:30 Sneak peek into our next in-person Q&A!

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What is your Change if Shift report routine? We know that as a new nurse Shift Report can feel intimidating! This episode is full of tips for your next Change of Shift Report from staying organized, to doing report at bedside so you can catch details or any changes you may not have otherwise. With every episode of Life in Scrubs we're excited to help share what has worked for our hosts Kristen and Maddi, so you have all the tools you need to succeed in the amazing career of nursing!

00:40 Check out Content Vault!

02:15 The dread of Change of Shift Report as a new nurse!

04:00 It’s ok to stop and ask when you don’t understand something.

06:30 Tips for new nurses to prep for report as you come on shift!

08:40 Does your assessment match what you were told during Change of Shift Report?

11:40 What report sheet do you use?

16:15 Ways to give a cohesive and clear report.

17:40 How do you stay organized when you work multiple days in a row?

20:00 What do you do to manage your time throughout your shift?

23:40 Ask for help and help other co-workers in return!

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You are constantly learning new things as a nurse! Whether in life or specifically in your specialty of nursing, the goal is to always be learning and growing! In this episode, we get to hear a few life updates from our hosts Kristen and Maddi, as well as 5 things each of them have learned recently. Tune in for mindset shifts, the always important need for self-care, and a trip to New York City to celebrate Figs going public! After all, this is about our life in scrubs!

01:30 Maddi’s experience going to NYC with Figs!

04:00 What was the agenda for the day celebrating Figs going public?

06:20 Kristen adjusting back to night shift as she ends orientation!

09:00 Are there specific trainings or certifications you can do on your unit?

10:15 How Open Heart training is going for Maddi!

14:40 Receiving an award for Nurses Week!

16:00 Comparison is the thief of joy.

19:20 The importance of being patient with yourself as a new grad!

23:15 Would you ever teach a class or become a clinical instructor?

25:30 How can I give myself grace when I feel like I failed at something?

27:30 It’s ok to say “no” to things!

30:00 The perspective gained from this past year, and never taking anything for granted.

31:40 The power of working as a team within your Unit!

35:15 What do you do to refill your cup and do true self-care?

36:00 Prepping food is healthy and saves money.

39:00 Take things one step at a time and focus on what is within your control.

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Are you interested in working in the ICU? In this episode, we get to hear from one of our hosts, Maddi, about what a shift looks like for her as a CVICU nurse! From tips for handoff to morning rounds and making sure everything is wrapped up by the end of her shift, Maddi walks us through how she typically runs through her day in the ICU! Whether you’re simply curious, or have your sights set on working in the ICU at your hospital, this is the perfect inside look into a day in the life of an ICU nurse!

01:20 What unit did you start on as a New Grad?

02:00 What types of patients do you see in the CVICU?

04:15 How do you start your shifts? Tips for handoff! 

07:30 What are morning rounds like?

10:00 How I typically plan to get assessments and charting done!

15:00 Do you have techs that help with patient care?

16:40 Monitoring patients during transport runs.

18:30 Responding to Codes and Rapids!

21:00 How do you wrap things up at the end of your shift?

24:15 Tips for nurses that want to work in the ICU!

25:30 My first experience with the ICU as a nursing student.

29:00 What was the interview process like for the ICU?

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Grab your scrubs and get ready to listen, because Life in Scrubs is back with a new episode! From personal pet peeves to learning how to collaborate with one another, today with our guest Dr. Maskin, we’re showing you how we can build and strengthen the relationships between doctors and nurses! How can we establish communications? What are the different dynamics between doctors, nurses, and patients? What can we learn from each other’s perspectives, and how can we use those perspectives to grow and become better healthcare professionals? Because at the end of the day, we’re all one team working towards the same goal - so let’s help each other achieve it!

00:45 Guest-starring Dr. Maskin!

1:45 What is your backstory?

3:15 How to interact with doctors when you’re a new nurse.

6:50 How to establish communication between nurses, doctors, and patients.

8:00 What are some tips for nurses on how to communicate?

12:35 What do doctors want to hear from nurses?

16:50 What tips do you have for someone who is afraid to talk to stern doctors?

20:15 Knowing your chain of command.

22:15 What is your biggest pet peeve with nurses?

25:25 Knowing your patients.

27:00 When should you approach doctors?

28:45 In your years of experience, what have you learned from nurses?

32:20 What should a nurse do if they get shut down by a doctor?

34:40 What do you respect most about nurses and working with nurses?

38:15 What is the dynamic working in and out of the hospital?

41:55 The underappreciated aspect of nursing.

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