Our Top 5 Nursing Must-Haves & Dealing with Unit Bullies

What are the simple things that make the biggest difference for the best shift at work? In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are sharing each of their top 5 items they can’t go a shift without, as well as advice for dealing with cliques and bullies at work. It’s all about taking control of what you can to make for a smooth shift! Tune in for the simplest things that bring us joy like chapstick and a cute stethoscope, to how we create a healthy and positive team environment!   01:30 Kristen, what is the number one thing you can’t go a shift without? 03:20 What is your go-to bag to take everything to work, what do you pack in it? 07:00 Maddi, what are your must-haves you use for every shift? 10:00 What are your favorite scrubs? 12:00 Controversial opinion on the fanny pack trend! 14:15 My favorite chapsticks! 15:00 What do you keep in your clipboard that has storage? 18:15 Have you ever had to deal with clicks and unit bullies at work? 23:00 How can you create a good environment within your unit? 24:00 Our advice to the nurse who is unhappy in their work and team environment. Find our list of our must-haves on the blog! http://potato-cone-5k3k.squarespace.com/blog/our-top-5-nursing-must-haves   …………………………..   Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en   Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen  https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @nurse.maddi   https://www.instagram.com/nurse.maddi/?hl=en