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The FreshRN Podcast with Kati Kleber Kati Kleber, MSN RN
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- Health & Fitness
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4.7 • 318 Ratings
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Your first year as a registered nurse is challenging. This podcast is hosted by Kati Kleber, MSN RN and features experienced nurses from FreshRN.com, who discuss the basics of that first year. From orientation, code blues, tricks of the trade, and personal experiences, to time management, delegation, patient deaths, and more.
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[Partial Dose] "What Are Your Weaknesses?" How to Answer This Common Nursing Interview Question
In this mini episode, I discuss how to answer the common "what are your weaknesses?" interview question with confidence and without compromising credibility - all while coming off authentic and honest. To check out my full nurse resume and interview course, click here: Get weekly tips, encouragement, stories from the bedside and more - just for nursing students and new nurses at: Click here for my podcast for students and new nurses: Connect With Me Online! Facebook: Twitter: Pinterest: Instagram: TikTok:
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Nurses Arrested After Missing Dressing Changes
On Dec 5, 2022, two LPNs in South Carolina were arrested after dressing changes were not performed on two vulnerable adults from Sept. 9-11, 2022 resulting in worsening of their health. In this video, I SBAR the situation, why it may have led to criminal charges, and go over important considerations for nurses. Get weekly tips, encouragement, stories from the bedside and more - just for nursing students and new nurses at: https://www.freshrn.com/ Blog: Courses [free and paid]:
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[Partial Dose] What to Say When a Patient Wants to Harm Themselves
[MINI-EPISODE] When a patient gets admitted to the hospital, we ask routine questions to assess risk for self-harm. But... what should you say when they say yes? I asked my husband (professional counselor, worked in mental health for 10+ years) for some talking points! My free ebook called 10 Mistakes Nursing Students Make (and how to avoid them): Get weekly tips, encouragement, stories from the bedside and more - just for nursing students and new nurses at:
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The Ideal NCLEX Prep Study Timeline
In this episode, Kati covers how to plan your time to successfully pass the NCLEX. She starts by outlining what to do during your last semester, laying the post-graduation groundwork, and how to practically structure your study time. This episode was sponsored by TrueLearn. Go to and use promo code FRESHRN for 20%. To sign-up for Mission Accomplished: A Guide to Conquiring Your Final Year of Nursing School, click here: To take out all of the guess work and land your first real bedside nurse job, click here: My article on the Best NCLEX Reviews for 2023:
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4 Nurses on TikTok Fired: My Thoughts
Four labor and delivery nurses were recently terminated over one TikTok video. In this episode, Kati outlines what happened, the response, and her thoughts. To sign-up for the FreshRN email list, head to . To learn more about our non-Facebook online community for nurses, head to .
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NCLEX Next Generation and NCLEX FAQ's
Get ready, people! The NCLEX is being updated in 2023! In this episode, Kati outlines the specific changes to scoring and new question formats, as well as answers common questions students tend to have regarding the NCLEX in general. This episode was sponsored by TrueLearn. Head to and use promo code FRESHRN for 20% off. If the whole concept of applying for the NCLEX and to your state board of nursing is confusing, we go over that process in detail in this free mini-course:
Customer Reviews
So good
I’m a month into my accelerated BSN program and I am not exaggerating I have learned more from this podcast than my nutrition and patho classes combined. I love breaking up studying and going for a walk and listening to this. They don’t teach you a lot of this in school! I love the topics and you are v relatable. Thank you !!!
Great topics
Kari,
A friend referenced your neuro content that she finds helpful in her work. When I read watched you, I found I was already subscribed to your podcast. Small world! I love your topics and believe there is so much we need to do to help the newest nurses.
I’ve just listened to your walking ICU episode- fascinating. I have worked in oncology for many years. Your guest shed light on the patient experience I never would have considered as a nurse outside critical care. I learned so much!
Thanks for this learning opportunity. I will email you separately and hope we can connect.
Natalie
Audio and playback issues
I love this podcast! So informative and easily digestible. The only thing is sometimes the audio isn’t the best and certain guests seem to be whispering so I can’t hear very well. Also the past two episodes for some reason won’t load and I can’t finish listening to. Other than that one of my favorite nurse podcasts!