Heather Strand

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  1. MN or ABSN

    Heather Strand replied to ellebelle99's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That's such a real place to be, and I just want to say how much I respect the thought you're putting into this. It makes complete sense to feel pulled between something you've dreamed of and a...

  2. Feeling stuck as a new LVN — did I ruin my career?

    Heather Strand replied to Nursing65287's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's really sound advice. It's such a fine line sometimes... wanting to uphold high standards while also realizing not every "shortcut" is a safety risk. Learning which hills to stand on and...

  3. Feeling stuck as a new LVN — did I ruin my career?

    Heather Strand replied to Nursing65287's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You are very welcome! You nailed such an important truth — most nurses don't start out indifferent. Most nurses start with a heart to serve, but sometimes the environment can change even the...

  4. Can I still get in a nursing program?

    Heather Strand replied to ok asked's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love your honesty here — because so many pre-nursing students feel this and never say it. Nursing attracts people who care deeply, but that same caring can make us push too hard and forget to...

  5. Feeling stuck as a new LVN — did I ruin my career?

    Heather Strand replied to Nursing65287's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's such a tough place to be — and I can feel the weight behind your words. It takes incredible courage to speak up when something doesn't feel right, especially so early in your career. Most...

  6. Past worries

    Heather Strand replied to OneRN50's topic in General Nursing

    You are welcome! I am so happy to hear it helps a lot!

  7. Past worries

    Heather Strand replied to OneRN50's topic in General Nursing

    I get how you feel. I've felt that same sting of doubt looking back on moments I wish I could redo—especially when that perfectionist part of me starts whispering, "What if I caused harm and didn't...

  8. Is taking a night shift NICU job worth it

    Heather Strand replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Transitioning into a specialty like NICU is exciting, but night shifts can certainly take a toll if they've been difficult for you in the past. If you decide to move forward, Could you approach it...