This is where the scrubs meet the side-eyes. A space for real talk about life in healthcare — the chaos, the compassion, and everything in between. This space is where I share the experiences, emotions, and lessons that come with life in and out of scrubs — unfiltered, honest, and human.
First Overnight Shift 👀
It’s been a while since I’ve checked in from the nursing trenches. And honestly? That’s probably because things have been… dare I say… smooth. 😂 Work has been settling down a bit lately. This weekend especially has been pretty calm. No major emergencies, no huge problems, no shifts where I’m wondering how I’m going to…
When Nurse Brain Meets Mom Brain
There are two sides of me that apparently do not know how to work together very well. Nurse brain. And mom brain. Today, mom brain is winning. My daughter is going in for a PET/CT scan today, and let me tell you… anything medical involving my own kid? My anxiety goes straight to DEFCON 1.…
What Nursing School Didn’t Teach Me
I walked into work today expecting a regular shift. I did not expect to walk in and find out that our newest resident had passed away. She had only been with us for about a day and a half. One day you’re admitting someone, learning their routine, trying to get to know them, figuring out…
😒 Scrubs and Side Eyes 