Preceptors for nurse practitioner students can be hard to find. Many NP programs rely on students to coordinate their own clinical rotations, which can take up a ton of time, cost money, contribute to overwhelm, frustration and may even affect your graduation timeline! Fear not, today’s episode is your guide to finding an NP preceptor using my 4-part framework. I’m sharing the exact steps, questions to consider, how to reach out & follow up correctly, and more! Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/109 And hey NP students: join me for a live workshop where I teach you how to find and secure preceptors - step by step! http://www.theresumerx.com/preceptor If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
Anxiety is a prevalent mental health issue among nursing students. Yet, is any positive impact being made at the education level to help students manage & cope with their anxiety? Sarah Michelle is back to discuss reform in NP education, the learning gap, anxiety in the clinical setting, cutting through self-doubt and more. She also shares a nursing school experience related to anxiety that almost prevented her from graduating! Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/108 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
Sex-positive healthcare providers are those who understand & *embody* a well-educated approach to handling sensitive topics such as sexuality and sexual activity, without shame or judgement. But how does one become a sex-positive provider? And what are some impactful contributions NP’s can make towards creating safer spaces for our Queer communities? WHNP and Psychiatric NP, Featherstone, joins me to share insightful personal stories that led them to unifying the field of reproductive & sexual health with perinatal and mental health. Featherstone also shares resources and inclusive-informed action steps on how to be a safe sex-positive ally for patients. Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/107 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
In this special “Best Of'' episode, I’m bringing back answers to this top behavioral topic that you’re likely to hear as a nurse practitioner: “Can you tell me about a time when…” Listen to learn how to form concise and captivating work-related stories that you can show off in your next interview! Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/106 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
Dreaming of traveling as an NP? Ebony Thyme is a Locum Tenen NP, aka Travel NP, who has built an amazing life for herself integrating her nursing career with her love of travel. Learn how to become a travel nurse practitioner, the differences between being an LTNP vs a traditional nurse job, and advice for new aspiring travel nurses. Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/105 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
You don’t get a second chance at a first impression. So the best way for knowing how to ANSWER: “Tell me about yourself” in a job interview is this… Tune in to learn my Present/Past/Future Formula for crafting the perfect answer. I’m also sharing three sample prompts you can use to confidently speak about yourself in your next interview. Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/104 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️ By the way… Interview Prep Magic is open for enrollment! For more info (and debut pricing) head to www.theresumerx.com/interview
With grad season here and more & more nurses applying for jobs - Today I’m bringing back a “Best Of” episode with Dr. Ashlee Hayes, PharmaD/MHA to wow us with great tips & techniques for preparing for job interview success! We discussed the top 5 biggest MISTAKES people make in an interview, how to negotiate, and confidence skills to build NOW so that you can shine in your next job interview! Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/103 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
You’ve studied for years to become a nurse practitioner, and now you’re ready to start job hunting. Amazing! But to start the job search - let alone actually LAND your dream job as a new graduate - is an uphill climb. Nurse Clara and I unpacked this topic together on how to job search as a new NP, how to reach out to clinics professionally, and *when* to actually start applying. I also share my best practices for applying for a job when it requires “2-3 years of experience”. Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/102 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
Do you have trouble asking for what you’re worth? Heck, do you even *know* what you’re worth? Negotiation is a hot topic, and in today’s episode I’m joined by Claire Ellerbrock, nurse practitioner and NP transition mentor. Hear a refreshing take on negotiation from Claire, as we discuss what negotiation does and doesn’t entail, why it’s so hard, and Claire’s 4 step approach to negotiation. Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/101 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️
It’s our 100th Episode AND it’s Nurses Week!!! And the best present ever is that TikTok star Jen Hamilton agreed to be interviewed on the podcast! Jen is a labor and delivery nurse, mom, and overall funny person with more than 1.6 million followers on TikTok. On today’s episode we chat about everything from her personal journey as a nurse to her accidentally becoming a viral social media sensation. I know you’ll love Jen as much as I do after hearing this episode! Read today’s show notes for more info and links from today’s episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/100 If you enjoyed this episode and would like to support me in being able to create new & valuable content for The Nurse Becoming Podcast, buy me a coffee here ️