Just starting your nursing journey? I've got you 😆 Here are some essential tips I wish I had known back in nursing school from understanding vital signs and common medical abbreviations to must-have nursing school essentials. Whether you're walking into your first clinical placement or cr

I always see topics on TikTok about how and why people should not be nurses…. Here are some reasons why nursing may be for you and you should become a nurse! #nurselife #nursingstudent #nursecareer #nurseaesthetic #nurselifestyle #nursingstudenttips #nursingstudentinspo #nurseadvic

Sharing a few tips on how I survive 12 hours night shifts as a nursing assistant!! Working in the Postpartum Unit has been an amazing learning experience. How I interact and care for my patients is always my top priority, so here’s some things that keep me motivated to push through 12 hours wit

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🩺 Long 12-hour clinical shifts can feel never-ending — but with a little prep (and a lot of coffee ☕️), you can actually thrive instead of just survive. From packing your bag the night before to resetting your energy after your shift, here’s how to make those marathon days a little lighter — men

Here is what my routine looks like as a NICU nurse! I have been working for 8 months now!!! 👩‍⚕️🍼🐯🐣🐥 #nursevlog #hospitalworker #nurse #nicunurse #nursecareer #dayinthelife #nurseonduty #nursejourney #lemon8challenge #nurselife

your journey or you’re a seasoned nurse, these 175 essentials will boost your confidence, sharpen your skills, and make every shift smoother. From quick clinical facts to time-saving hacks, this list is your go-to survival guide! 💪✨ 📌 Save this post for later — you’ll thank yourself during your

Hey Lemon8 fam! ✨ Let’s talk numbers. Yes , I make over $200K/year as a travel nurse working just three 12-hour shifts a week. Sounds wild, right? But here’s the real tea. That kind of money doesn’t come without doing your homework and in this world, pay transparency is EVERYTHING. 💵 What My

My third year has been my best, but still not my easiest. I don’t think it will ever get easy. Bedside, or not; but reflecting on what I enjoyed most and getting back to that area has given me a greater appreciation for it. I hope you find that place in nursing too so that you can feel less like a

What Is Hypertension? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is when the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. It’s often called the “silent killer” because it can go unnoticed while damaging the heart, kidneys, and brain over time. As a Nurse, What Should You Do? &#

A lot of people ask me what I do while i'm in school and I get to tell them about this awesome opportunity! ⭐️Student Nurse Extern is a position that allows you to be 1on1 with a nurse and get more comfortable in the nursing role. ⭐️It helps you with all the skills you learn in class. You

Hey Girlies!!🩷✨ I thought it’s be fun to make a list of things that may be telling you to stay away from becoming a nurse!!💉💉 Here are ten reasons someone might reconsider becoming a nurse: 😵‍💫Can’t Handle High-Stress Situations: Nursing often involves life-or-death scenarios, unexpected e

I work mid-shift as an emergency nurse, my shift starts at 12pm and ends at 12:30 midnight so I always treat myself to a coffee on my way to work. I start EVERY shift by checking all my rooms and making sure all equipment are in place and where I need them incase of an emergency. My 12 hours is fil

hey friends, it’s been a while 😅 since i last been on here i’ve graduated nursing school and found out I passed my NCLEX today!! On my first try in 85 questions!!! I’m so happy and just proud of myself. To God be the glory. This has all been worth it🥹 Lil miss BSN, RN #nurse #registerednurse

Being an OR nurse at just 25 years old has definitely pushed me to grow quickly, and I’m proud of the confidence I’ve built in such a high-pressure environment. Despite my age, I’ve learned to speak up, advocate for my patients, and communicate assertively with surgeons and team members—even when I

It's not just about clocking in hours; it's about making every minute count! Here's a glimpse into my fulfilling day as a medical assistant and pre-nursing student. 🚑💪 #FutureNurse #Lemon8career #healthcare #prenursingstudent #diml

People see the scrubs. They see the calm face during chaos. The IV hanging. The charting. The polite smile after 12 hours on your feet. But they don’t see what it costs to care that much. Being a nurse means showing up, even when you’re running on 3 hours of sleep, even when your own heart

This is what a typical day looks like for me on the floor as a mother baby nurse extern. Being a nurse extern can be so rewarding, interesting and a great way to gain experience meanwhile getting paid 🤑👩🏾‍⚕️💉 #nursingstudent #nurselife #nurseextern #postpartum #motherbaby #motherbabynur

Hi nursing girlies!! I’m a new grad nicu nurse and wanted to share some of the good and bad parts of nursing that I’ve discovered so far! ~Truth is, every job will have its up and down sides, but nursing is definitely worth it and even when the bad days can be really bad, the good days always m

Everyone who works night shift knows that the work starts hours before the shift even starts ! You gotta start preparing all your things before you sleep so you can rest enough before the shift. A good shower before bed is always a must, especially so I don’t have to deal with it when I wake up.