When you first came into your role as a nurse you used to love the fast-paced environment, the adrenaline rush of handling critical cases, and the deep fulfillment of helping patients and their families during some of their most difficult times. Rewarding was an understatement. Your drive and dedication to the profession grew with each shift and each patient.

But recently, something’s different. The energy that came when your alarm went off is now replaced with apathy and sometimes dread as you clock in for each shift. The long hours, constant understaffing, lack of resources, overwhelming bureaucracy, and emotional toll have left you feeling tired, uninspired, and if you're honest with yourself - maybe ready to quit …

When you are honest with yourself and think about your future, it’s pretty clear you can't keep doing this, like this, forever. But when you mull over the possibilities, decision paralysis sets in and you get stuck.

One of the greatest things about nursing (and one of the biggest factors that drew you to the profession in the first place) is the huge variety of opportunities that the profession of nursing can provide you. But now that you’re at your wits end with your current role and you’ve started exploring those options, a ton of questions and doubts start creeping in…

I have to go back to school to progress in my career.

While additional education can be hugely valuable, it’s not the only path to professional growth. Many nurses have found success by leveraging their existing skills and exploring new roles within healthcare and outside of healthcare. You don’t need to hit the books again or take on more student loans to have a nursing career you love. The possibilities within nursing are nearly endless, and not all of them require that you add extra letters behind your name.

I can’t stay in my current position if I’m at the end of my rope.

Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you have to jump ship entirely. I get it, you may be feeling beyond burned out and trapped in your current role. You may think the only way forward is to make a drastic change. But I’m here to tell you that you have more options than you might realize.

There are likely untapped opportunities to find renewed passion and purpose right where you are – as well as putting into place some practical, actionable changes that can restore your work-life balance and reignite your spark.

The system has to change before you can be happy.

Waiting for the healthcare system to change is like waiting for a coding patient to revive themselves – it ain’t happening without intervention. Waiting for top-down change can leave you feeling powerless.

It's easy to think that the only way out of burnout is through a complete overhaul of the healthcare system. After all, how much impact can one person have within such a vast, flawed machine?

Our healthcare system is in dire, drastic, long overdue need of a complete revamp. Systemic change is crucial to addressing the burnout crisis in the long run. But this inevitable change is proving to be a slow, drawn-out process. You shouldn't have to live in burnout limbo waiting for a broken system to change.

Morning Huddle: Giving Report on Yourself

Picture this: you’ve reached the end of your night shift, ready to give report to your colleague coming in on days. But this time, the patient is you. 😯 In Module 1, we’ll guide you through a unique, tangible, self-reflection process that will help you examine your nursing career in a whole new light.

You’ll use the following tools:

• ‘What is Your Nurse Personality Type?’ Quiz: These carefully crafted questions will shed light on your unique strengths, communication style, and work preferences. Whether you’re a [type name] or [type name], this quiz will provide an enlightening, fun look at how your personality shapes your career.

• Differential Diagnosis Assessment: This innovative assessment will help you connect the dots between your day-to-day tasks and the overarching aspects of your job that you love (or don’t!). You’ll pinpoint the key factors that contribute to your job satisfaction, allowing you to make more informed decisions about your career path.
• Reconnecting To Your Why: Rediscover the passion that drove you to become a nurse in the first place. This reflection tool will guide you through a series of thought-provoking journal prompts and questions designed to help you reconnect with your purpose and reignite your enthusiasm for nursing.

Stabilizing the Patient

Now that you’ve given report, it’s time to stabilize the patient (remember, that’s you!). In Module 2, we’ll focus on providing immediate relief from the burnout that’s weighing you down. Think of it as your own personal crash cart, packed with all the tools you need to jumpstart your well-being – at work and in your life. Let’s work on giving yourself the care you so generously provide others so you can create space for greater impact and change in your own life.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Stability Assessment: Diagnose your current state of well-being and identify the areas that need a little TLC. It’s time to put yourself first!

• Your Weekly Care Plan: Create a personalized treatment plan for self-care success. We’ll help you create a realistic plan, monitor your progress each week, and celebrate your wins along the way. And I promise, this ain’t just a prescription for bi-weekly hot yoga (unless of course, that’s your thing!) 

To School or Not to School … That is the Question.

You’ve assessed your current situation and taken steps to stabilize yourself. Now it’s time to look to the future. In Module 3, we’ll tackle that age-old nursing question: should you go back to school?

Before you start filling out those BSN, NP, CRNA, or even PhD/DNP applications, let’s take a closer look at your unique career goals. From weighing the pros and cons of each career path and identifying the characteristics that will light YOU up, we’ll guide you to understanding each option so you can navigate the decision-making process to create a more fulfilling and joyful life.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Further Education Resource Guide: Take a deep dive into different nursing specialties and roles to explore whether going back to school is a perfect fit for your skills, lifestyle, interests, and overall happiness.

• Day in the Life Comparison Tool: Get a sneak peek into the daily responsibilities and challenges of these positions to help you make an informed decision for your next steps.

Choosing a New Non-Clinical or Creative Career Path

As a nurse, you’ve honed a unique set of skills and expertise that can open doors far beyond the bedside. In this module, we’ll guide you through non-clinical career options for nurses, helping you discover new ways to apply everything you’ve learned to a fulfilling career.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Sweet Spot Exercise: Identify where your passions, skills, talents, expertise, and market demand intersect to brainstorm creative opportunities for new careers.
• Day in the Life Comparison Tool: Dive into the day-to-day lives of nurses in non-clinical roles, from teaching, administration, freelance medical writing to legal nurse consulting, pharmaceutical sales, advocacy, and more.

Choosing a New Clinical Career Path

In this module, we’ll explore how you can break free from the traditional clinical routine to find a clinical career that works for you. Just because direct patient care doesn’t feel like the end all be all for you, doesn’t mean you have to leave behind the pieces and parts of one-on-one clinical care that you DO enjoy. In Module 5, I’ll be your personal tour guide as you embark on a journey to discover the perfect role that aligns with your passions and skills.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Day in the Life Comparison Tool: Get a sneak peek into the daily responsibilities and challenges of various clinical roles, from school nursing to aesthetic medicine and beyond. It’s like shadowing multiple jobs without leaving your couch!

• Resource Guide – Where to Find Alternative Careers: Unlock access to our curated list of resources, organizations, and job boards that will help you find your dream role.

Stethoscopes & Soundbites - Becoming A Media Expert

It’s time to take your rightful place in the spotlight! Have you ever noticed how nurses are rarely featured as media experts? The latest research shows that media outlets look to nurses to be their health experts only 2% of the time, yet we are the most trusted profession as voted by the American public 22 years running. We also make up the largest segment of the healthcare workforce.

It’s time to change that narrative and show the world the incredible knowledge and insights you have to offer as an expert. Whether you’re looking to stick with clinical care or explore options outside of the hospital, becoming an expert in the media can be a creative and fulfilling way to supplement your career while making a positive impact on so many people’s lives.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Pitch Perfect: Journalists receive as many as 10 pitches every single day. Learn how to craft your message, nail your value proposition, and create a compelling pitch that showcases your unique perspective and expertise, making you indispensable to all types of media outlets and journalists.
• Pitch Template: We’ll help you plug your message and expertise into our simple, proven template guaranteed to get the attention of journalists and producers. 
• Resource Guide: Access our curated list of the most pressing topics you can advocate for in the media.

Your Care Plan

It’s time to put on the pacer pads, charge up, and get ready to create the ultimate care plan to resuscitate your professional future. In Module 7, we’ll guide you through the process of designing a personalized career path that uses everything we’ve covered so far and aligns with your passions, skills, and goals.

You’ll use the following tools:

• Career Plan Builder: Our step-by-step blueprint will help you identify your ideal career destination and map out the milestones to get there. It's like GPS for your nursing career!
• Action Step Planner: Break down your big career goals into manageable, actionable steps. This tool will help you prioritize your tasks and stay on track toward your dream career.

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All the answers for the next steps in your nursing career are right at your fingertips.

It’s time to finally stop the endless cycle of overanalyzing, crowd-sourcing answers from your fellow nurses, and late-night Googling. The truth is, no one knows the right path forward for you but YOU. When you move through a systematic and scientific process for tapping into your deep-rooted talents, desires, (and let’s be real: dislikes), you’re able to confidently assess the right steps forward for your career and your life.

I’d be thrilled to help you get there. Through this immersive 7-week experience, my goal is to open your eyes to all the possibilities waiting for you right within your grasp, determine what career moves make the most sense for you, and clearly lay out the first steps to get into action.

The next phase of your career starts now. Are you ready?