Marilyn McCullum BSN, RN, CEN’s Post

I see a lot of posts by nurses wanting to leave the bedside. It seems like the goal of so many nurses, the ephemeral hands-off nurse job while raking in the cash. That's not my goal. I like being a testifying expert, but I also like being a nurse. Emergency nursing takes a special breed, and it suits me well. Besides not being built for a desk job and liking the adrenaline, I enjoy seeing how healthcare evolves through the years and what impact I can make, whether that's a personal change, a change in my department, or a regional/nationwide change. I use that knowledge to write publications and speak in webinars and conferences. My dad once said, "you're not just a nurse." But I am. I'm the full package, a nurse who is here for the entire experience, a nurse who has a seat at many tables. I write, I consult with attorneys, I testify, I speak at conferences, and then I clean up vomit or hold a hand. I'm a nurse. #nurse #expert #ernurse #emergencynurse #emergencydepartment #ethics #law #lawyer #attorney #patientsafety #medmal #wrongfuldeath #triallaw #triallawyer #litigationlaw #litigationlawyer #litigationattorney #personalinjurylawyer #medicalnegligence #criticalcarenurse #acutecare

And another one! NEW NURSE landed her DREAM position! Peds OR Nurse! OFFER 2 days after interview!! Woohoo 🎉 we ain't playing in 2024! 💅 #slay mentality is on! YOU TOO can get the dream role that you want! Do not listen to all the naysayers!! yea yea yea, I heard that mess too, you do NOT need to start in Med Surg! Out with the old narratives! testimonial loading.... So proud!! Love what I do as a Nurse Career Coach! #careerdevelopment #nursingjobs #nursingopportunities what advice would you give to a new nurse? Share in the comments

Hey, Healthcare Heroes! I just dove into the latest Nurse.com 2024 Nurse Salary and Work-Life Report, and the findings are more than just eye-opening—they're a call to action for all of us in talent acquisition and healthcare management. Workplace Challenges: Did you know 64% of nurses face verbal abuse, and 23% endure physical threats from patients or family members? It's not just shocking; it's unacceptable. How can we, as leaders, reshape our environments to better shield our front liners? And what resources do we provide to nurture their mental health? Professional Growth: Nurses' demand for further education and certifications is not just a voice; it's a chorus for recognition and growth. Are we doing enough to answer the call and show them their professional development matters to us? Here's my take: We need to step up. Implementing robust safety protocols isn't just necessary; it's overdue. BEEN necessary. Expanding support for professional development isn't "nice to have"; it's crucial. I want to hear from you! What innovative strategies have you implemented that increased safety and well-being in your facilities? How has supporting further education and certification impacted your team's dynamics and retention rates? Let's turn these insights into a roadmap for actual change together. Your stories and ideas are invaluable in this process. Let's brainstorm and collaborate to make healthcare not just a job but a safe and fulfilling career for all. #HealthcareHeroes #NurseLife #TalentAcquisition #HealthcareManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SafetyFirst

The most frustrating thing about working in the nurse coaching space? Unethical nurses who want to steal my intellectual property or model their value proposition after mine and swap out one or two words. Through #LeapToCorporateNursing, I provide #registerednurses with relevant, timely and scalable feedback on how to market their clinical skills specifically for #corporatenursing roles, including resume revamp, mindset coaching and behavioral interview preparation. As a reminder, corporate nursing jobs aren’t listed everywhere and working remotely as a nurse doesn’t mean that you’re a #corporatenurse. Corporate nursing jobs are non-hospital/clinic/facility jobs that allow nurses to use their clinical skills within companies that provide products and services to other health care professionals, health care entities or patients. #corporatenurses do NOT work directly with patients. The main difference when you work with me as your #nursecoach is that I help you create goals with short-term, task-related targets so that you’re clear about the #nursingcareer goals that you’re striving for and HOW you plan to get there. Please put some respect on my name, my craft and, most importantly, my intellectual property. There’s only one #TheCorporateNurse who can help you secure the kind of roles that my clients and I are working in. If you believe #NursesBelongInTheBoardroom and you’re ready to use your clinical skills to increase your impact and income, then #LEAP2CN is the only LEAP you need to take! 🏥💃🏾 🤝🏾 Let’s work together to get you hired! 🤝🏾 The Corporate Nurse® #nursingskills #nursingjobs #nursingsuccess #nursejobs #remotenursing #nursingdegree

Awesome Nurse Do you have a dream job that has not been realised🤔? I met a nurse months ago. I was surprised to hear why she chose the mid career conversion program to become a nurse! She gave me permission to share her story and photograph. She gave up the idea of being a nurse in her younger days due to strong objections from her family members. Her children have grown up and they encourage her to fulfill her dream. I think being a nurse is tough (3 shifts, changing diapers and showering elderly patients who require help, etc.), hence I am impressed that she did it to fulfill her dream to be a nurse! She is awesome🥰🥰🥰! My niece had wanted to be a nurse. Two of her classmates wanted to take up nursing course and they persuaded her to join them. I see her growing up and I know she will not like the role. I discouraged her. A few years later, she met those two classmates when my mum was hospitalized and they regretted their decisions to enter into nursing. My niece was glad that I had stopped her.  Phew! my niece could have ended up like the nurse😥.  I think we all should pursue our dreams so go for it. If it does not work out, at least you have tried it☺. On the other hand, I would like someone to point it out to be before I go to the wrong track/path and waste some time. What do you think? #Nursing #dreamjob #career #parenting

LPNs are not "real nurses" ... This statement right here 👆 is the one that gets under our skin THE MOST!!! Yes we are real Nurses! No, we don't need to go get the "real nurse" to take your vitals, do your dressing (aka bandage/wound care), take your blood, suction your trach, start your IV... I mean, you see where I'm going with this right? So not only do we have to deal with the crap working conditions, we have to deal with this 👆 garbage on top of it. You see why we're looking for other opportunities? Would you want someone questioning your professional competence EVERY SINGLE DAY? Doubt it! Angie saw the vision and is fed up of the burnout from the physical and mental load that comes with being an LPN. Can't say I blame her being an LPN for the last 15+ years 🤷♀️ Welcome Baddie to the BABS Fam 🥳 🥳 🥳 "This queen is a traveling LPN and has traveled the country with her two doggos but she’s burnt out and looking to travel on her OWN terms - not just where she can find an assignment 👏🏼 She’s never done any sort of network marketing before but she’s not gonna let that stop her!!! She saw the vision and knows our products are top notch 🙏🏼 (especially with her traveling to different RV parks and how inconsistent the water can be 😬)" Are you an LPN that's fed the F up? Wanting change? Do you want fair compensation and to choose who you work with? Comment "LPN" and let's chat ✨ A chat with me is FREE 🫶 #Mindset #health #wealth #freedom #opportunity #entrepreneur #legacy #highticketsales #highticketcoaching #GenerationalWealth

🌟 Do's and Don'ts for New Grad Nurses! 🌟 Starting your journey as a new grad nurse? Here are some essential tips to help you succeed: Do’s: Be Open to Learning: Embrace the opportunity to learn and grow from your experiences and colleagues. Ask Questions: Never hesitate to ask questions. It shows your commitment to understanding and performing your job well. Stay Humble: Recognize that every day is a learning opportunity. Don'ts: Don’t Assume You Know Everything: Coming in with the attitude that you know it all can be a huge turnoff and make you less likable among your peers. It also hinders your ability to absorb necessary knowledge. Avoid Overconfidence: Overconfidence can close you off to valuable advice and feedback, which is crucial in your early career. Remember, it's all about growth and learning. Being open and receptive will set you on the path to becoming an excellent nurse. Chelsea is looking for dedicated nurses to join our team. If you or someone you know is a new grad nurse ready to make a difference, share this post and help them apply! 📧 Send your resume to Rebeca@chelseahhc.com or michelle@chelseahhc.com for immediate hire. #NewGradNurse #NurseLife #NursingTips #JoinOurTeam #HealthcareHiring #CareerGrowth Share this post to help a nurse kickstart their career with Chelsea! 🚀🌟

#Nursepractitioners consider more than how much they'll make per hour and per year as they decide where to live and work. So, for #nationalnursepractitionerweek this year, NurseJournal's senior nurse writer, Joelle Jean, the editor who brought you Best States to Work as a Nurse, Joseph Morris, and I worked to bring #NPs a list of Best States to Work as an NP. We ranked each state using factors that are most important to NPs looking for a place to work, like scope of practice, hourly wage, annual salary adjusted for cost of living, and job growth. Find out where your state ranks.

I remembered being a shapeshifter while I was working as a nurse in a pediatric hospital years ago. In a span of a week, I became a zombie, then a bedside nurse, then a nurse educator, then a worm. Nurses are as fluid as water, shapeshifting when the situation calls for it. They wear many hats, often beyond their job descriptions. In a single shift or a single day, they can be electricians, plumbers, therapists, counselors, chefs, hairdressers, bartenders, entertainers – all while ensuring their patients receive the best care possible. This is why it's so important to take care of our nurses. They do so much, often beyond what is asked of them. In today’s healthcare landscape, let’s continue advocating for them through: 👉🏼Fair compensation - Nurses deserve wages that reflect their dedication and the multifaceted roles they play. 👉🏼Mental health support - Access to mental health resources and regular check-ins to support their well-being. 👉🏼Adequate staffing - Ensuring nurse-to-patient ratios that allow for safe and effective care. 👉🏼Professional development - Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. 👉🏼Recognition and respect - Valuing and acknowledging the hard work and sacrifices nurses make daily. 👉🏼Research and policy development - Investing in research to identify best practices and policy changes that support nursing roles and improve working conditions. Let’s continue to support and advocate for our nurses, who are the backbone of healthcare. #Nursing #Healthcare #NurseAdvocacy #SupportNurses #MondayMotivation #NursesOnLinkedin

One of my least favorite things in Nursing is a recently hired employee or agency person being perpetually "new". The fact that you are not familiar with a person is not an excuse to not perform the basic functions of your job. It is certainly not a reason to just act as though you have never taken care of a person in your life, and never a reason to be lazy. As agency nurses we have all the knowledge with a bit less familiarity, which means we need to listen more, and be more open to learn quickly. There are people that choose to work with agencies and job jump so they can pick and choose what they will do and not do often with the tired threat of "I'll go home". Well if a person isn't going to do the job they were brought in to do, they might as well go home, everyone else will have to pick up the slack either way. At least if you go home we won't have to hear your voice and see your face, moral will immediately go up, and the remaining employees have a chance to strengthen their relationships and communications between one another. Ultimately these toxic rentals will become less necessary and hopefully pushed out of the profession.