Colton breaks down what really goes on behind the triage desk — from decoding ESI levels 1–5 to using your gut instincts like the clinical queen (or king 👑) you are. Whether you’re calling shots in the ER or juggling six patients on the floor, triage is part of your everyday nursing DNA.

We’re talking about prioritizing care, trusting your intuition, and knowing when to up-triage — because sometimes that “something feels off” moment can literally save a life. 💉

So grab your coffee, pop in your earbuds, and let’s talk about the organized chaos that is the emergency room. 🚨

>>How to Triage Like a Pro and Prioritize Patients Under Pressure

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:01:13] Triaging patients in emergency care.
[00:04:12] Emergency Severity Index Explained.
[00:07:11] Emergency patient triage levels.
[00:10:11] Trusting your medical instincts.
[00:13:41] Fast track area in ER.
[00:16:30] Level 2 Emergency Room Triage.
[00:21:55] Suicidal ideations and triage.
[00:24:33] Triage process in the ER.
[00:28:27] Podcast and healthcare updates.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

This week on Nurse News we’ve got dogs, drama, and a dash of social media magic. Here’s the roundup, babes:

• @ScrubHacks’ Lindsey – her emotional dog adoption story lands on The Today Show.
• @HospiceNurseJulie – celebrates 500k followers with a sweet giveaway.
• Nurse Blake – on tour, making nurses everywhere laugh ‘til they cry.
• Nurse Jackie – the comeback is real: addiction, drama, and messy realism on Amazon Prime.
• Dog CPR hero – Stowe nurse saves a choking pup’s life.
• Black lab as a patient – nursing student goes viral with her dog Bella in scrubs.

>>Nurse Blake’s ‘But Did You Die?’ Comedy Tour Kicks Off This Fall!

>>‘Nurse Jackie’ Will Return A Decade Later... Without Her Nursing License!

>>Ohio Nurse Honored After Saving Neighbor’s Rescue Dog With Heimlich and CPR

>>Dog Goes Viral for Playing “Patient” in Nursing Student’s Sim Lab

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:02:55] Social media roundup for nurses.
[00:07:44] Nurse Jackie returns without license.
[00:12:21] Nurses saving animals' lives.
[00:14:07] Dogs are better than humans.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Colton gets real about how he’s dodged night shift for seven years straight. From weekend-only hacks to mid-shifts and per diem freedom, he’s dropping the kind of advice that’ll save your sleep, your social life, and your sanity. If night shift’s got you feeling like a zombie with a stethoscope, this ep is your sign to protect your peace and find a schedule that actually vibes with your life.

>>4 Ways Nurses Are Avoiding Night Shift

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:01:27] Night shift challenges for nurses.
[00:05:49] Avoiding the night shift.
[00:09:10] Outpatient nursing job benefits.
[00:10:15] Working weekends in nursing.
[00:15:18] Night shift struggles and health.
[00:18:36] Per diem work flexibility.
[00:20:30] Avoiding night shift jobs.
[00:23:18] New grad nursing opportunities.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Hey Nurse Fam—Colton is back with your weekly dose of Nurse News!

• The Pitt sweeps the Emmys! Katherine LaNasa makes history and Noah Wyle shows up in a custom FIGS tux. Hollywood is finally giving nurses their flowers—we love to see it.
• Brown University Health shifts all nurses to 12-hour schedules, cutting out 4s and 8s. I’m breaking down why this change isn’t as “patient-focused” as they claim.

>>The Pitt Sweeps Emmys, Honors Healthcare Workers: ‘Respect Them, Protect Them, Trust Them'

>>Noah Wyle Wins Emmy in FIGS Tux, Honors Nurses & ER Workers

>>'The Pitt' Charge Nurse Katherine LaNasa Makes Emmy History—And Nurses Are Cheering!

>>From 8 to 12 Hour Shifts: Why Brown University Is Changing Per Diem Nurse Schedules

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:03:46] The Emmys.
[00:05:11] Charge nurse Katherine LaNasa.
[00:06:55] Noah Wyle in FIGs tux and Emmy win.
[00:09:53] 12-hour shifts in nursing at Brown University.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Remote nursing: dream life or just different drama with comfier pants? Colton spills the tea on his hybrid transfer-center role—how he got it (no night shift, queen), what he actually does (triage + surgeon ringmaster), pay/benefits (numbers that make your ER badge quiver), licensing across states, and real-talk on WFH focus, boundaries, and burnout recovery. If you’re flirting with remote, hybrid, or “anything-but-nights,” this episode is your permission slip to choose your peace and your paycheck.

>>WFH Nursing Looks Perfect Online…Here’s What It’s Really Like

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:01:23] Remote nursing roles and questions.
[00:03:30] Remote nursing flexibility challenges.
[00:08:40] Transfer center job responsibilities.
[00:12:09] Triage in emergency care.
[00:14:26] Licensing for remote nurses.
[00:19:44] Remote nursing job search tips.
[00:20:38] Remote nursing opportunities and insights.
[00:24:08] AI and the role of nurses.
[00:28:30] Hybrid nursing job pay comparison.
[00:32:02] Essential skills for remote nursing.
[00:34:01] Remote nursing roles for new grads.
[00:37:31] Remote nursing possibilities.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Colton sits down with Maggie from Advocates for Nurses to unpack the legal side of nursing that no one talks about — from board investigations and depositions to the documentation mistakes that can cost you your license. With 25 years of experience, Maggie shares hard truths about liability insurance, charting pitfalls, and why education is a nurse’s best defense. This conversation is eye-opening, empowering, and a must-listen for any nurse who wants to protect their practice.

>>Documentation Mistakes That Could Cost You Your License

Jump Ahead to Listen: 

[00:02:29] Nurse advocacy and legal support.
[00:06:26] Nurse liability insurance importance.
[00:09:30] Nurse legal guidance and advocacy.
[00:12:23] Educational peace of mind.
[00:14:48] Nursing documentation importance.
[00:19:10] Documentation mistakes in nursing.
[00:22:51] Best practices in documentation.
[00:26:19] Documentation in nursing practice.
[00:28:11] Importance of nursing documentation.
[00:32:01] Charting late in nursing.
[00:36:18] Resources for nurses' legal support.
[00:37:54] Self-care for caregivers.

Connect with Colton on social media:

• Instagram:  @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
• TikTok: @nursecolton

Connect with Maggie on LinkedIn and on social media:

• Instagram: @advocates4nurses
• TikTok: @advocates4nurses
• Facebook: Advocates4nurses
• YouTube: @Advocates4nurses

Don't forget to explore her website, Advocates for Nurses

Hello, hellooo babes—your daddy Colton here with this week’s hot brew of nursing news. Here’s what we’re spilling today:

• NCLEX goes remote: At-home testing with 360° AI proctoring. Convenient or chaos?
• Tylenol & ibuprofen drama: New research says they may fuel antibiotic resistance.
• Imposter nurse alert: Fake nurse in New Mexico nearly killed a patient with morphine.
• Children’s Hospital LA layoffs: 439 roles cut, mostly admin/management.
• $951M birth injury verdict: Utah jury delivers record-breaking malpractice award.
• CDC in chaos: Director fired, walkouts, and even an armed attack at HQ.

It’s a lot, but you know Club Nurse is here to keep you informed without making you carry the weight alone.

>>The NCLEX Is Moving Remote in 2026 — What Nursing Students Need To Know

>>Fake Nurse Faces 27 Years After Morphine Error Nearly Fatal for Hospice Patient

>>Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to Cut 439 Jobs Amid Financial Strain

>>$951M Birth Injury Verdict: Nurses in Training, Sleeping Doctor Blamed

>>Chaos at the CDC: What Nurses Need to Know

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:00:48] NCLEX moves to remote option.
[00:03:46] Antibiotic resistance and pain relievers.
[00:06:43] New Mexico Nurse impersonation scandal.
[00:07:44] Children's Hospital of Los Angeles workforce reductions.
[00:10:06] Utah's largest medical malpractice verdict.
[00:13:02] CDC leadership crisis and implications.
[00:17:21] Community engagement for a better world.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

This week, Colton is hanging out with two absolute powerhouses, Rebecca Love and Shannon Lunn, to talk about how nurses are finally getting a seat at the table when it comes to healthcare innovation. They’re diving into the Nurse Pavilion at HLTH and the very first nurse-led hackathon, where all those “what if” ideas we’ve had at the bedside can actually come to life. From napkin sketches to real prototypes, Rebecca and Shannon share how nurses are turning frustrations into solutions—and proving that we have what it takes to change the future of healthcare. Whether you’re curious about starting something of your own, want to link up with other nurse leaders, or just need a little inspo to keep going, this convo is one you don’t want to miss.

>>Nurses: Turn Your Ideas Into Prototypes at HLTH Hackathon—Discount Tickets Available

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:02:14] Nurses' representation at conferences.
[00:04:00] Nurse-led innovation and hackathons.
[00:06:02] Nurse innovation and entrepreneurship.
[00:10:51] Nurse-led healthcare innovation hackathon.
[00:12:24] Engaging nurses in healthcare solutions.
[00:19:13] Nurses' Pavilion at HLTH
[00:23:06] Nurse representation in healthcare innovation.
[00:25:06] Investing in nursing careers.
[00:28:04] Networking on LinkedIn for HLTH.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @nursedaddies, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Connect with Rebecca and Shannon on LinkedIn:

• Rebecca Love
• Shannon Lunn

Colton’s back with the latest nurse news you need to know:

• A patient with MS was left behind in an empty clinic. Alone. No phone. No staff. This one’s a PSA for everyone in healthcare—check your rooms. 
• A Colorado nurse wins $20 million after being falsely charged and racially targeted at work. The details? Absolutely infuriating—and a major win for justice. Slay, Joppy. 
• The plague is back, again. A camper near Lake Tahoe tests positive. Flea bites. Enough said. 
• Epic’s teaming up with Microsoft to roll out new AI tools for both patients and providers. Colton’s asking the real question: Where’s our AI charting assistant for nurses?!

>>Disabled Patient Says She Was Abandoned in Clinic, Rolled Off Exam Table to Call Help

>>Jury Awards Nurse DonQuenick Joppy $20M for Discrimination Lawsuit

>>Two U.S. Plague Cases: Fatal in Arizona, Patient Recovering in California

>>EPIC AI Tools Promise to Cut Nurse Charting Time—Reality or Gimmick?

Jump Ahead to Listen:
[00:02:18] Patient left alone in clinic.
[00:05:18] Racial discrimination in nursing.
[00:07:16] California resident tests positive for the plague.
[00:08:38] Epic's AI advancements for patients.
[00:10:14] AI documentation for nurses.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram: @coltonalanlord, @nursedaddies, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Colton chats with Dr. Jason Bolton, CRNA about his journey from ICU hustle to running the show at the head of the bed. Jason shares how he discovered anesthesia, the grind of ICU life, and what it really takes to survive CRNA school. From mentorship and emotional intelligence to the hard truths about the profession, this convo is packed with insight and inspiration for anyone curious about the CRNA journey.

>>Why Most Applicants Don’t Get Into CRNA School—and How to Stand Out

Jump Ahead to Listen: 

[00:01:06] CRNA career journey insights.
[00:05:35] Inspiration to become a CRNA.
[00:08:16] Career path to CRNA.
[00:12:20] Travel nursing trends and opportunities.
[00:14:29] ICU vs. ER experience for CRNA.
[00:19:21] Interview process for nursing students.
[00:20:24] Competitive admissions process insights.
[00:23:00] CRNA application requirements overview.
[00:27:57] CRNA school challenges and realities.
[00:30:31] CRNA lifestyle and experiences.
[00:32:39] Solo work in anesthesia.

Connect with Colton on social media:
Instagram:  @coltonalanlord, @nursedaddies, @club.nurse
TikTok: @nursecolton

Connect with Jason on social media:
Instagram: @bolt_crna