ENCORE! #290: The #1 Mistake New Grad Nurses Make

ENCORE! #290: The #1 Mistake New Grad Nurses Make

Author: Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN - Nursing school educator, author, and nursing student enthusiast. October 21, 2025 Duration: 31:52
You’ve survived nursing school, passed the NCLEX, and landed your first job, but being a new grad nurse comes with its own unique set of challenges. In this encore episode, I’m joined by my nurse bestie and incredible educator, Stephanie Griffeth, to talk about the number one mistake new grad nurses make — and what to do instead. (Spoiler alert: It’s not about charting, IVs, or time management.) In this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ What this common mistake looks like in real-world practice 💬 How to shift your mindset from self-doubt to self-trust 🧠 The key to turning every shift (even the tough ones) into growth 💪 Practical ways to build confidence as you transition from student to nurse And because confidence is so important, you’re invited to check out a sneak peek inside Confident Nurse Academy 2.0 — a CE-approved roadmap for new and early-career nurses who want to finally feel calm, capable, and in control. 🎥 Watch the sneak peek video here You’ll see exactly how CNA helps you build clinical judgment, manage your shifts, and step into the confident nurse you’re meant to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maureen Osuna, known to many as Nurse Mo, brings her experience as a nursing school educator and her genuine enthusiasm for student success to every episode of Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEX. She understands that feeling of sitting in a lecture where the concepts just aren't clicking, or the overwhelm that comes from a mountain of complex material. That's precisely where this podcast steps in. Maureen dedicates each session to breaking down those challenging nursing school topics-from pharmacology to pathophysiology-into clear, manageable explanations that actually stick. You'll hear practical strategies for studying more effectively, not just harder, with the direct goal of performing better on your course exams and ultimately, the NCLEX. It's about building a foundation of real understanding that translates directly to clinical confidence, so you can move from anxiety to assurance at the bedside. Tune in for a supportive, expert-guided resource that feels like having a knowledgeable mentor right in your ear, helping you navigate the demanding journey of nursing education one clear concept at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEX
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ENCORE! #51: The Scoop on Poop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:12
Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes from my backlog of over 450 episodes. This week I'm highlighting Episode 51, which is about all things poop - and a reminder to treat your pa…
#474: PodQuiz - Ostomies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:23
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#473: Ostomy Tips and Tricks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:53
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#472: MMM - Why Magnesium is Given in Preeclampsia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:11
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ENCORE! #46: V/Q Mismatch Explained Simply [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:31
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Duration: 12:46
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#470: Behind the Badge - Clinical Nurse Educator [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:46
Clinical nurse educators do far more than teach classes or run in-services. They support nurses across the entire span of their careers, from onboarding at their very first job through ongoing professional development. I…
#469: MMM - Three Reasons for a Low Calcium Level [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:45
Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm breaking down hypocalcemia causes and complications. See you there! ___________________ ⁠⁠FREE…
ENCORE! #279: Bone Marrow Transplant Nursing Guide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:38
Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes from my backlog of over 450 episodes. This week I'm highlighting Episode 279, which is all about bone marrow transplants. ___________________…
#468: PodQuiz - Groin Management [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:20
It’s PodQuiz Monday! Test your knowledge from last week’s episode on groin management after femoral access with a quick set of audio flashcards designed to reinforce what you learned. These mini-reviews are a great way t…