Nursing Student Coach

Apr 24 2024 1
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Join Lauren Chapnick, RN, as she takes you through the journey of becoming a nurse! On Nursing Student Coach, Lauren, who is a new nursing professional, along with her knowledgeable guests will give you the tools to succeed in your nursing career. They will discuss ways to reduce anxiety and stress, share tips on studying and preparing for your NCLEX, and so much more - you won't be alone in this adventure! New episodes air every Thursday.

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Best vs. First Questions: NCLEX and Nursing Exam Practice Questions with Nurse Lauren

Apr 24 2024 16 mins  
Have you ever found yourself stumped by those 'best' versus 'first' questions on nursing exams? Fear not! I'm here to coach you through mastering these tricky questions, a must-have skill for acing your tests and conquering the NCLEX. With my guidance, we'll dissect a practice scenario involving a patient with a leg injury after a car accident, emphasizing the critical decisions th

Brainwash Yourself: Overcoming Exam Anxiety with Nurse Lauren Chapnick

Mar 26 2024 11 mins  
Ever felt your heart racing at the mere thought of an upcoming exam? I've been there, and I'm here to tell you that it's possible to turn that dread into anticipation. Join me, Lauren Chapnick, on Nursing Student Coach as I unpack the transformative journey from exam anxiety to a genuine excitement for the challenge. Drawing from my own experiences as a registered nurse, this episo

Nursing Exam Hacks: Essential Tips for Nursing Students

Mar 19 2024 14 mins  
Embark on a journey toward academic excellence with your guide, Lauren Chapnick, a dedicated RN who knows the ins and outs of mastering nursing studies. Forget the frustration of ineffective cram sessions; we're here to unravel the secrets behind selecting the perfect study environment that suits your learning style. Whether you're a lone wolf who thrives in the silent corners of t

Mastering Your Clinical Rotations: Nurse Lauren's Top 10 Tips for Nursing Student Success

Feb 28 2024 17 mins  
Are you ready to level up your clinical skills with Nurse Lauren's exclusive top 10 tips? I'm here to guide you through the crucial steps to ensure you shine during your rotations. First impressions last, so be the early bird in scrubs, setting a professional vibe from the get-go. But it's not just about clock-watching; it's about seizing every opportunity to network and volunteer,

Think But Don't Overthink: Mastering Multiple Choice Nursing Exams

Feb 20 2024 10 mins  
This episode is a goldmine for anyone aiming to conquer the NCLEX, infused with strategies that will morph your test-taking from tentative to triumphant. Nurse Lauren doesn’t just offer advice; she offers a mindset overhaul, arming you with critical thinking skills that will make you the Sherlock Holmes of the nursing exam world.Join us for a riveting session where we don't just

Conquering Nursing Exams: What Is This Question Asking?

Feb 13 2024 9 mins  
Ever felt like you knew the study material inside out but still struggled to ace the test? Nurse Lauren gets it, and she's coming to you live from her Toyota Highlander to share her secret sauce for conquering nursing exams. This episode is a game-changer for nursing students who are ready to shift from memorization mode to mastering the critical thinking skills that'll help you de

Contagious Energy in Healthcare: How to Shed Negativity to Provide Compassionate Nursing

Jan 30 2024 9 mins  
In this season of Nursing Student Coach, I, Lauren Chapnick, am ready to share heartfelt stories and insights from my journey as a registered nurse. Through my transition into this second career and immersion into the emergency department's intensity, I've gleaned lessons that are pivotal not just for those entering the nursing field, but for any professional striving to provide co

Tales from the ER: The Curious Case of "Betty" and Her Jar of Black Sludge

Jan 25 2024 10 mins  
Have you ever been handed a Tupperware container of evidence by a patient? Sounds bizarre, right? Well, let me take you through an ER shift that was anything but ordinary, featuring our memorable patient, "Betty." She waltzed in with abdominal pain and a very direct approach to communicating her symptoms. Betty's self-diagnosed treatment plan, rooted in decades-old research assista

Seizing Every Opportunity: How to Thrive During Clinicals with Lauren Chapnick

Jan 23 2024 9 mins  
Ever found yourself eyeing the clock during clinical rotations, counting down the minutes until freedom? That's a mindset I'm here to challenge, because as I report back to you as a working nurse post nursing school, I know firsthand the power of embracing every learning opportunity that comes your way. In this episode of Nursing Student Coach, I'm peeling back the curtain on how t

End Stage Liver Failure: Lessons from the ER on Jaundice and Ascites

Jan 18 2024 10 mins  
Have you ever seen someone with skin as yellow as the sun or a belly so swollen it seems almost fictional? It's a stark image, one that I, Lauren Chapnick, encountered with a patient we will call Bill during my early ER days—his body ravaged by end-stage liver failure. In this fresh season of Nursing Student Coach, I'm eager to share the critical lessons from that moment, offerin