Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to be a nurse on America’s final frontier—or to leave the traditional hospital grind behind entirely? In this episode, we talk with Jen about her remarkable journey from bedside nursing to leadership, from the icy wilds of Alaska to launching her own projects outside corporate healthcare!

Jen shares with Lindsey what first inspired her to become a nurse and how she landed in remote Alaska, offering vivid stories about the unique challenges, rural medicine, and unforgettable cases she encountered. We also dig into her time as a House Supervisor: the big responsibilities, and the best and worst parts of leadership.

Jen opens up about deciding to leave traditional bedside care altogether. Did she have a plan or jump cold turkey? She also shares the most rewarding parts of building something new, including working with our other guest, Emily, on Modern Nurse Fest.

Get some candid and practical advice about wanting to leave or remain in the industry, just press play!

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The Guest: @n4nurses

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The Host: @scrubhacks

In this episode, we talk with Emily Knife, nurse, entrepreneur, founder, and creator of The Nurse Dream Lab. Aimed at helping nurses with mental health, trauma healing, and rewiring subconscious patterns. She shares her journey, what inspired The Nurse Dream Lab, and explains Somatic Nursing as a practical approach to tracking limiting beliefs and supporting mental health.

We chat about what it means to make subconscious shifts, use tools like “unstacking trauma,” and rewrite personal narratives to transform struggle into strength. We hit tough questions about mandatory therapy for nurses, the role of sensitivity training, and how nursing becomes a deep part of personal identity.

Emily & Lindsey open up about their own strategies for coping with grief and trauma, and share visions for Modern Nurse Fest, where Lindsey will be a keynote speaker!

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The Guest: @nursebossvibes

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Meet one of our favorite advocates - Jaz Vergara @iamjazv on IG and join us as we talk with her about being a dedicated nurse, DACA recipient for Mexico, and passionate advocate for the immigrant community in the U.S. Hear her inspiring and unique journey as an immigrant who chose a career in healthcare to serve others, and learn how she champions immigrant rights, highlights the work ethic and value of immigrants, and fights for greater protections and recognition for the community!

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The Guest: @iamjazv

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The fun didn't end last week, the convo was so good we have a part 2!

ICU nurses Lindsey Shelton and Jason Wolf keep the convo going for the second half of their raw, hilarious catch up. Opening up about navigating weird patient encounters and reading new grad stories while sharing a few of their own!

To balance it out, they go deeper on life after leaving toxic jobs, what’s changed (or hasn’t) in the nursing world, and how they're using their platforms to advocate, cope, and connect.

They unpack:

• Burnout & Boundaries – What they wish they knew before hitting the wall

• Going Viral – The good, bad, and ridiculous of nursing TikTok fame

• Nurse Identity – Who are you after leaving the bedside?

• Toxic Positivity – Why it’s okay not to be okay, even online

• Humor as Healing – The power of laughing at the worst moments

More stories, more honesty, and even more reasons to laugh-cry and potentially chuck your stethoscope at someone.

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The Guest: @sir_master_wolf

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The Host:  ⁨@scrubhacks⁩ 

If you've been needing a laugh, this one's for you!

ICU nurse Lindsey Shelton and Jason Wolf reunite after two years from the first time they collaborated to share the raw, real, ridiculous, and funny sides of being a nurse on and off the clock. From getting fired and facing nurse bullies to navigating the chaos of ICU life during the pandemic and shanking a patient - it's all in this episode.

They dive into:

• Getting Fired & Still Creating – How they stayed resilient and kept making content

• Toxic Work Environments – Dealing with older nurses and negativity online and IRL

• ICU Struggles – The emotional toll of being blamed by patients you can’t save

• Male Nurse Bullying – Jason opens up about being targeted in a female-dominated field

• Anti-Union Upbringing – How their past shaped their perspective on nurse advocacy

• New Grad Nurse Fails & Teaching Moments – Laughs, lessons, and cringeworthy memories

This episode is a candid reminder that behind every viral video is a nurse just trying to survive shift to shift, with a little cry and a lot of dark humor.

In this episode, we dive deep into the wild world of dating in healthcare—from hospital hallway flirtations to the eternal debate: Should healthcare workers date each other or not? We’ve got stories (some cute, some cringey), and real talk from two married nurses whose first date was in… yep, the hospital cafeteria.

We've been out of the dating game for over a decade, so should you even take advice from us? Probably not. But that’s where our sponsor, DownToDate, comes in. It’s the new dating app built specifically for healthcare workers—because sometimes, only another night-shifter can really understand you.

Whether you're a nurse, tech, doc, healthcare-adjacent, or swingers trying to connect with like-minded healthcare workers (no judgement), this one’s for you!

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What really goes on behind the scenes of nursing unions? Our guest this week, ER Nurse and the President of the Registered Nurses Association at UCMC (A union!), Kylee Ham, breaks down how nursing unions actually work!

In this chat we talk about the most common myths that keep nurses divided, and why management, not fellow nurses, is the real opposition. We dive into how to start organizing in your workplace, what protections you legally have against retaliation, and why fear still plays a powerful role in keeping nurses silent. If you've ever felt burned out, undervalued, or unsure about unions, this episode is your roadmap to understanding your rights and reclaiming your power.

Find more about unions at: https://bsky.app/profile/rnaucmc.bsky.social

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In this powerful episode, Lindsey and Jared delve into the growing crisis of workplace violence in healthcare. They break down the alarming statistics, share real-life stories, and explore why this issue can no longer be ignored. For many frontline workers, it's no longer a question of if they'll face violence—but when.

Tune in as Jared and Lindsey recount their intensive week-long training with Gracie Medical Defense, a program designed to empower healthcare professionals with practical, non-violent safety strategies. From situational awareness and verbal de-escalation to effective physical defense techniques, this training provides real solutions that protect without escalating the threat.

Their key takeaway?
“The one who controls the distance controls the damage.”

Press play and discover how healthcare workers can stay safer, more prepared, and supported in today’s increasingly dangerous workplace environments.

Learn more about the Gracie Medical Defense program HERE.

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Think Remote Nursing Only Has 3 Job Options? Think Again — We are debunking that myth with David from @GoBeyondTheBedside!

Remote nursing is growing fast, but too many nurses still believe there are only a few legit virtual roles. In this episode, we debunk that myth with David, a Remote RN and founder of @GoBeyondTheBedside — a platform helping nurses find real, high-quality remote nursing jobs.David shares his journey from burnout at the bedside to building a thriving remote nursing career. Learn how he transitioned from scrubs to screens and is now guiding other nurses to do the same through multiple telehealth jobs! Let's make NFH a new trend.

🎧 Listen now and discover how you can go beyond the bedside.

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"I was tired of getting yelled at" is a common theme in this industry, but it has not deterred ER nurse Madalyn.

Madalyn got a degree in business and was managing moving theaters (where she was getting yelled at) when she decided to go back to school for nursing (and get yelled at there instead). An accomplished student, she has her associates, bachelor's, and master's, but she's currently working towards her doctorate while working in the ER, while also being a nurse instructor! She has her hand deep into nursing, she thrives on the chaos, and she loves what she does. A refreshing dose of someone trying to make a change to bullying in nursing, making it a safer profession, and teaching new grad nurses with kindness!

Take a listen and if you're considering going back to school for nursing, then this ER nurse may be able to help you make the decision!

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The Guest: @madmspin

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