😒 Scrubs and Side Eyes

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  • What Nursing School Didn’t Teach Me

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    Julie Kay
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    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…

  • Four Days Off… But My Brain Didn’t Get the Memo

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    Julie Kay
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    And just like that… the work week is over. Four days off again. 🙌🏽 I’m not going to lie—I am really loving this schedule. I don’t even mind working the weekend doubles when I know I have four days waiting for me on the other side. But this weekend? Whew. It was a very anxiety-driven…

  • 🌙 Three Doubles Down (and Somehow Still Standing)

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    Julie Kay
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    I’ve officially completed my third double…and somehow— this one was surprisingly calm. Everything just… flowed. Nothing out of the ordinary,No major chaosNo alarms going off nonstopNo beds or chairs screaming for attentionNo running room to room trying to put out fires It was just… steady. The healthcare gods were definitely on my side this weekend—because…