Life After Nursing School
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!
Life After Nursing School
38: The Real Reason 33% of New Nurses Quit Within Their First Year
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Did you know that 33% of new graduate nurses leave their first job within a year, and nearly one in five leave nursing altogether? In this episode of Life After Nursing School, host Caroline Danna, MSN, RN (a clinical instructor and new nurse career coach) dives into why so many new nurses are walking away from the bedside… and what you can do to protect your passion, peace, and purpose in this profession.
Caroline breaks down the real reasons behind new nurse burnout and turnover - from unsafe staffing and poor preceptorship to emotional exhaustion and lack of support. She also shares actionable strategies to help you survive and thrive during your first year, including how to set boundaries, find your people, and rebuild confidence when work feels overwhelming.
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I can’t do this anymore,” this episode will help you see that you’re not the problem, the system is. But you can take steps to protect your career, strengthen your mindset, and create a version of nursing that actually fits your life.
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