Voices In Scrubs
A safe space where nurses speak and healing begins. Hosted by longtime ICU nurse Fatsani Dogani, this podcast shares real stories from the frontlines of healthcare. from burnout to breakthroughs, each episode explores the heart behind the scrubs and the power of story telling to heal, connect, and uplift.
Voices In Scrubs
Episode 7: Who Am I Beyond the Scrubs: Redefining Professional Identity in Nursing
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What happens when being a nurse becomes your entire identity?
In this episode of Voices in Scrubs, we dive deep into the concept of professional identity in nursing—how it’s formed, how it shapes the way we see ourselves, and what happens when we lose sight of who we are beyond our roles.
As healthcare professionals, especially in high-intensity environments like critical care, we are often defined by our strength, resilience, and ability to show up for others. But what is the cost of always being “the strong one”?
In this honest and reflective conversation, we explore:
How professional identity develops in nursing
The hidden pressure behind the “strong nurse” role
Signs your identity may be too tightly tied to your job
The emotional and mental impact of losing yourself in your work
Practical ways to reconnect with who you are outside of nursing
This episode is a reminder that you are more than your title, your shift, or your scrubs.
If you’ve ever struggled to separate who you are from what you do—this conversation is for you.
