Welcome to a brand new series featuring.... YOU — the new nurses! New Nurses, Real Voices is a series that highlights authentic experiences from the frontlines of healthcare. We dive into the real, raw experiences of new nurses stepping into their professional roles as independent practitioners. From the first day on the job to navigating the challenges of patient care, our guests—New Grad LPNs, RNs, and RPNs—share their personal journeys through the transition from nursing school to clinical practice.Listen as they open up about their triumphs, struggles, and everything in between: the overwhelming feeling of being on your own for the first time, building confidence in skills, managing stress, and learning how to trust yourself as a caregiver. Whether you’re a new nurse or just want to hear what it’s like to step into those shoes, these episode offer valuable insights and encouragement from those who have lived it.Tune in for stories that will inspire, challenge, and remind us all why we chose this incredible profession.This week's episode features Reid D, a determined New Grad who found his passion right away in nursing school. He sits down with RKC Kelsey to discuss his journey through the REDEP program, graduating as an ER nurse. Learn insight about ward nursing from Reid- how he found it valuable before joining REDEP, as well as what he really enjoys about being in the ED now. If you are thinking about doing a specialty like REDEP as a new grad, this episode is for you!