Thinking about a career in nursing? 🩺 Wondering if it’s the right fit for your lifestyle, personality, and goals?

In this episode of Get Career Curious, host Marita McCahill sits down with veteran nurse Robyn Rhinehart, who shares what 13 years in nursing has taught her about flexibility, fulfillment, and finding the right role.

From working in med-surg and ICU to dermatology and urgent care, Robyn opens up about:
◼️ The wide range of nursing specialties you don’t hear about in school
◼️ How to avoid burnout and find work-life balance
◼️ The character traits that make someone a great nurse
◼️ Her top advice for nursing students and career changers
◼️ Why nursing culture can make or break your experience—and how to ask the right questions in interviews

Whether you’re exploring healthcare careers, preparing for nursing school, or just curious about what nursing is really like, this episode is packed with real-world insights you won’t want to miss.

⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Get Career Curious
00:15 Meet Robin Reinhardt: A Veteran Nurse
00:57 Robin's Journey into Nursing
02:24 First Nursing Role: Med Surg
04:18 Transition to Charge Nurse
06:42 Critical Care and ICU Experience
08:42 Exploring Dermatology
09:59 Finding Balance in PACU
11:11 Current Role in Urgent Care
12:03 Advice for Aspiring Nurses
12:50 The Impact of Nursing Culture
14:16 Certifications and Specialties
15:59 The Future of Nursing with AI
17:09 The Rewards of Nursing
18:58 Traits of a Successful Nurse
23:29 Final Thoughts and Advice
26:27 Conclusion and Takeaways

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