Life After Nursing School

Nurse Coach Caroline
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Life After Nursing School is a podcast for new nurses navigating their first year in healthcare. Hosted by Nurse Coach Caroline, each episode offers practical advice, expert interviews, and real stories to help you build confidence, manage stress, and overcome imposter syndrome. From landing your first new graduate nurse job to battling imposter syndrome on the unit, this podcast will provide the support and guidance you need to succeed beyond nursing school. Tune in to every episode to thrive in your nursing career!

  1. 2d ago

    How One ER Nurse Used Humor to Build an Extraordinary Nursing Career | Joscel James

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Life After Nursing School, Caroline sits down with ER nurse, content creator, speaker, and entrepreneur Joscel James to discuss how embracing authenticity—and not taking yourself too seriously—can open doors you never imagined. Known for his hilarious healthcare videos and relatable nursing content, Joscel shares the story behind his unconventional career journey, from working in the emergency department to becoming one of nursing's most recognizable creators. Along the way, he opens up about burnout, personal growth, social media, and the importance of building a career that aligns with your values instead of other people's expectations. In this episode, we discuss: How humor can improve resilience and connection in healthcareJoscel's journey from ER nurse to entrepreneur and content creatorNavigating burnout and redefining successThe importance of authenticity in your nursing careerWhy nurses don't have to fit into one career pathThe impact of Filipino nurses on the nursing professionWhether you're a nursing student, new graduate, or experienced nurse, this conversation is a reminder that your greatest strengths may be the very things that make you different. If you've ever questioned whether there's room to be yourself in nursing, this episode will inspire you to embrace your unique gifts and create a career that truly reflects who you are. Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline  Instagram: instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline  Website: www.nursecoachcaroline.com Connect with Our Guest: Joscel James Instagram: @josceljames TikTok: @josceljames Website: Joscel StanStore

    How One ER Nurse Used Humor to Build an Extraordinary Nursing Career | Joscel James

  2. Aug 11

    How Nurse Coaching Can Transform Your Career (And Your Life) With Julia Joseph

    Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your résumé or your experience - but the way you see yourself? In this episode of Life After Nursing School, Caroline sits down with ICU travel nurse and Professional Nurse Life Coach, Julia Joseph to explore how coaching can help nurses build confidence, navigate career transitions, prevent burnout, and create a life they truly love. Drawing from her unique background in critical care nursing and professional life coaching, Julia shares her philosophy of "coaching with a twist", an approach that goes beyond career advice to help nurses reconnect with their strengths, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. Rather than telling clients what to do, Julia creates a supportive, low-pressure environment where they can discover their own answers and recognize the potential that's been there all along. In this episode, we discuss: What nurse coaching actually is (and what it isn't)Building confidence as a new nurseNavigating burnout and career transitionsThe importance of mentors and asking the right questionsWhy your nursing career doesn't have to fit into one boxWhether you're a nursing student, a new graduate, or an experienced nurse searching for your next step, this conversation will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and excited about what's possible in your nursing career. Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline  Instagram: instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline  Website: www.nursecoachcaroline.com Connect with Our Guest: Julia Joseph  Instagram: @juliadelea Coaching Website:  https://juliajosephconsulting.com/jj  Bedside Baddie Merch Free Virtual Nurse’s Station Resource: Join Here!

  3. Aug 4

    The Productivity Trap: Why Slowing Down Might Be the Best Career Move You'll Ever Make

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you needed to keep doing more, achieving more, and checking off one more task just to feel worthy? In this solo episode, Caroline shares the unexpected story behind her three-month podcast pause - and why it became one of the most transformative seasons of her life. As nurses, we're often conditioned to tie our worth to productivity. But what happens when your intuition tells you it's time to slow down? Caroline opens up about the guilt of stepping back, the pressure of constantly achieving, and how learning to be present helped her gain clarity on the future of her career and business. In this episode, you'll learn: Why productivity isn't the same as progressHow to recognize and trust your intuitionThe importance of creating space for reflection and creativityPractical ways to reconnect with your goals and purposeWhy slowing down may be the key to moving your nursing career forwardWhether you're a nursing student, new graduate, or experienced nurse feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or uncertain about your next step, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the greatest breakthroughs happen when you stop forcing the path and start listening to yourself. ✨ If this episode resonates with you, be sure to subscribe and join us for Season 2 of Life After Nursing School, where we'll continue exploring career growth, confidence, and the many paths nursing can take you. Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline  Instagram: instagram.com/nursecoachcaroline  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachcaroline  Website: www.nursecoachcaroline.com

  4. Apr 7

    60: Why I’m Pitching Myself to Nursing Schools (And Why It Scares Me)

    Send us Fan Mail My business is evolving again… and this next step feels exciting, aligned, and honestly a little scary. In this episode of Life After Nursing School, I talk about why I’m starting to pitch my workshops to nursing schools and how my nursing career keeps changing in ways I never expected. We talk about:  • Career growth as a nurse  • Imposter syndrome when you put yourself out there  • Becoming a nurse entrepreneur  • Teaching, speaking, and coaching nursing students  • How to know when your career is evolving  • Following your strengths instead of staying comfortable I also share how working as a clinical instructor helped me realize that education, career coaching, and helping new nurses navigate the job market might actually be part of my purpose. If you’re a nursing student, new grad nurse, or experienced nurse feeling called to do more, this episode will remind you that growth often feels uncomfortable, but that doesn’t mean you’re on the wrong path. ⬇️ Follow the show for weekly nursing career advice 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow @NurseCoachCaroline for more nurse tips Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline: Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ Youtube → Nurse Coach Caroline  Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠ Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you!

  5. Mar 31

    59: Success in Nursing Isn’t What Nursing School Told You

    Send us Fan Mail What does success really look like as a nurse? Is it working in the ICU, ER, or going back to school to become a nurse practitioner… or is that just what we’ve been told success should look like? In this episode of Life After Nursing School, we talk about the pressure nurses feel to chase high-stress specialties, advanced degrees, and job titles that sound impressive… even when they don’t lead to happiness or work-life balance. We’ll cover:  • Nursing burnout and career pressure  • How your definition of success changes over time  • Why more money or higher titles don’t always mean fulfillment  • How to build a nursing career that fits your life If you’re a nursing student, new grad, or experienced nurse questioning your path, this episode will help you redefine success in nursing (on your terms). ⬇️ Follow the show for weekly nursing career advice 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow @NurseCoachCaroline for more nurse tips Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline: Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ Youtube → Nurse Coach Caroline  Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠ Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you!

  6. Mar 24

    58: How to Start a Side Hustle as a Nurse

    Send us Fan Mail Thinking about starting a side hustle as a nurse? In this episode, I talk about what it really looks like to build something outside of bedside while still working in nursing. We cover:  • Why nurses are uniquely positioned to start side hustles  • How to figure out what you actually want to build  • What the beginning of a side hustle really looks like (hint: not overnight success)  • My personal story of starting a business while working as a nurse  • How side hustles can give you more flexibility, creativity, and career options Over the past few years, I’ve met so many nurses who started businesses, passion projects, or extra income streams without quitting their jobs. If you’ve ever felt like you want more freedom in your career but still want the stability of nursing, this episode will show you what’s possible. ⬇️ Follow the show for weekly nursing career advice 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow @NurseCoachCaroline for more nurse tips Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline: Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ Youtube → Nurse Coach Caroline  Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠ Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you!

  7. Mar 17

    57: How One ER Nurse Turned a Bedside Problem Into a Business

    Send us Fan Mail Every nurse knows the smells that come with patient care. One ER nurse decided to do something about it... and ended up building a business. In this episode of Life After Nursing School, Caroline sits down with Jennifer, an ER nurse and the founder of StinkBalm, an odor-blocking stick designed for healthcare professionals. Jennifer shares how her experience with strong clinical odors led her to create a simple but innovative solution that is now used by healthcare workers across the country. What began as a small experiment eventually grew into a successful product-based business. In this episode, we discuss: • How Jennifer went from bedside nurse to nurse entrepreneur • Why nurses are natural problem-solvers and innovators • The power of networking in growing a business • Lessons learned while building a brand from scratch If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible beyond the bedside, or have an idea of your own, this episode will inspire you to think bigger about your nursing career. ⬇️ Follow the show for weekly nursing career advice 📲 Follow @NurseCoachCaroline for more nurse tips Connect with StinkBalm team: Instagram: @StinkBalm Website: www.StinkBalmOdorBlocker.com *USE DISCOUNT CODE: “NCC20” for 20% of Nurse Gift Sets link here!  Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline: Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ Youtube → Nurse Coach Caroline  Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠ Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your bedside life!

  8. Mar 10

    56: How to Quit Your Nursing Job Without Regret

    Send us Fan Mail Thinking about quitting your nursing job? Before you hand in your notice, this episode walks you through how to leave strategically and professionally. In Part 2 of this series, we break down how to plan a nursing career pivot with clarity instead of emotion. You will learn: • How to define what you are running toward, not just what you are escaping • How to identify your natural talents and align them with your next role • Why you should not quit without another job lined up • The pros and cons of internal transfers versus resigning • How to negotiate, line up references, and protect your professional reputation • Why PTO, seniority, and guilt are not good reasons to stay If you are a nursing student, new grad nurse, or experienced RN considering a job change, this episode will help you make a confident, strategic decision about your next move. Because leaving well is just as important as choosing well. 💛 ⬇️ Follow the show for weekly nursing career advice 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow @NurseCoachCaroline for more nurse tips Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline: Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠ Youtube → Nurse Coach Caroline  Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠ Please consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you!

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Life After Nursing School is a podcast for new nurses navigating their first year in healthcare. Hosted by Nurse Coach Caroline, each episode offers practical advice, expert interviews, and real stories to help you build confidence, manage stress, and overcome imposter syndrome. From landing your first new graduate nurse job to battling imposter syndrome on the unit, this podcast will provide the support and guidance you need to succeed beyond nursing school. Tune in to every episode to thrive in your nursing career!

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  • Creator
    Nurse Coach Caroline
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Life After Nursing School
  • Show Website
    Life After Nursing School

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