Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside

This week I sit down with my brother Sam, a travel nurse recruiter, to discuss travel nursing from his perspective.  We talk about the highest and lowest paid states for travel nurses, what it means for a recruiter to "take a margin", how much a recruiter margin should be, and why travel nurses get paid differently.  If you want to connect with Sam, find me on Instagram and I will pass along his information!   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here! Join the Facebook Community:  Nurses Love Travel

This week Kylee is interviewed by Mia, a nursing student asking all of the burning questions any new nurse or nursing student would want to know.  Mia and Kylee discuss whether or not nursing school prepares you to be a nurse, what the biggest misconception is about nursing, the best place to be a travel nurse, what the best scrubs are, and so much more!  This is the perfect episode if you're a nursing student who needs a little bit of motivation, or a new nurse wanting some guidance.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here! Join the Facebook Community:  Nurses Love Travel

This week I'm popping in to give a quick update, share some really exciting travel news, and also talk about my three month trip to Europe.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here! Join the Facebook Community:  Nurses Love Travel

This week I sit down with Alex McCoy, a travel nurse who has transitioned her life from living in a house with two young children and a husband, to traveling the US with her family in an RV.  Alex's husband is a traveling physical therapist, and she discusses how they make life on the road work with children.  Alex gives great tips for travel nurses who want to live in an RV, nurses who dream of traveling despite having a family, having a side hustle, and so much more.  You don't want to miss this episode!   Connect with Alex on Instagram:  @alexmccoy_rn   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here! Join the Facebook Community:  Nurses Love Travel

This week I sit down with Haleigh, a Canadian based travel nurse who has also worked as a team ambassador for a travel nurse company and is now going back to school to get her MSN.  Haleigh and I discuss the differences in nursing - America vs Canada.  We also talk about the beauty of Canada and some of Haleigh's favorite destinations in Canada.  This is a great episode for Canadian nurses or those interested in the differences in being a nurse in the US vs Canada.   You can connect with Haleigh on Instagram @thetalesof.hales or on her blog The Tales of Hales.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here! Join the Facebook Community:  Nurses Love Travel

In this episode, Lindsay and I discuss a plethora of topics in both the travel and nursing space.  Lindsay shares her experience on being a travel nurse with only one year of experience, what it's like being a CRNA and why she works as a 1099 employee.  Lindsay is candid about what it's like to travel with a baby and tips for other families traveling with littles.  Lindsay and I discuss traveling on points and she gives her pointers on how to use your points when traveling.  Plus Lindsay recalls her trip to Antarctica and gives tips for how to travel to Antarctica on a budget.  I learned so much from Lindsay during this talk and if you're interested in travel nursing, family travel, traveling with points, or being a CRNA, this episode is for you!   Follow Lindsay on Instagram:  @lindsay_taylor3   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week I'm sitting down to talk with Meliss from @meliss.meetsworld where we discuss working as an RN in England!  Meliss is from the US and her and her husband moved to England to pursue a life abroad.  Meliss and I discuss how she got started working as an RN in England, how much she gets paid, and the highs and lows of working for the NHS. Meliss is so candid and open about her experience.  This episode is for you if you're a registered nurse looking to pursue international nursing in the UK.   Check out Meliss's website!   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week I'm talking with you about how much I have gotten paid as a a staff nurse, travel, nurse, and international nurse.  Plus I discuss how much every travel nurse should be getting paid and my thoughts on pay working in Saudi Arabia.   This episode was brought to you by Fusion Marketplace.  If you're interested in becoming a travel nurse - or you're a travel nurse wanting more transparency - fill out a traveler profile today.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week I'm joined by Attaliah Strubel, former NICU nurse and business coach.  Attaliah and I discuss failing at things – specifically the time that she failed the NCLEX.  We also discuss what led her to abruptly quit bedside nursing, meeting her German husband in Thailand, moving to Germany to start a life, and transitioning to making money online.  We deep dive into having a money mindset, why nurses should stop posting on Instagram for free, and and why your biggest power as a creative is being able to say "no".   This episode is for you if you've ever failed in life, if you've failed the NCLEX, if you're considering quitting bedside nursing and want to make money online, how to start asking brands for money, and general anecdotes about life.   Connect with Attaliah: Website:  https://www.attaliahstrubel.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attaliahstrubel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/attaliahstrubel Tiktok: http://www.tiktok.com/@attaliahstrubel  Tiktok: http://www.tiktok.com/@thestrubelfamily     Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week's episode is coming to you straight from Huntsville, Alabama with a very real conversation on something so many of us experience but rarely talk about:  loneliness. From middle school to my journey as a travel nurse, feeling alone has been a thread in my life.  And with the holidays right around the corner, I know this season can bring up a lot, especially for nurses who are working away from home, starting new assignments, or spending the holidays in unfamiliar cities. In this episode, we talk about... – Why loneliness is so common in nursing and travel nursing – The emotional weight of working holiday shifts – Feeling left behind while friends "move on" with partners, families, and traditions – The pressure to work holidays (and why hospitals scheduling you before/after the holiday should be illegal) – Ways I kept myself grounded while on assignment – How to stay connected even when you're physically alone – The mindset shifts and routines that helped me cope – Small traditions that made the holidays feel less isolating – Why courage and travel nursing go hand‑in‑hand I also share honestly about what this season has looked like for me — including navigating loneliness after moving to France — and a tool that's helped me reframe my mindset. If you're a nurse who's ever felt alone during the holidays, I want you to know this; you're not weird. You're not behind. You're not alone. I'll be taking Thanksgiving week off, but I'll be back December 2 with a guest you already know and love. Take care of yourself this season.   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com

In this fun and wildly honest episode of Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside, I sit down with my very special guest - my husband, Julien - for a casual conversation about what it's really like being married to someone from another country. We're talking about cultural quirks, how French healthcare stacks up to the U.S. system (spoiler: it's a LOT cheaper), and what happens when an American girl with three credit cards falls in love with a French guy who doesn't believe in credit cards at all. Whether you're a nurse curious about global healthcare systems, someone who's lived abroad (or dreams of it), or just love a good cross-cultural love story - this one's for you. In this episode, we cover: American fast food Our very different daily rhythms (5 PM dinner?!) The shocking truth about France's healthcare costs Why traveling - and marrying someone from another country - changes you What really grosses Julien out about American food (deep dish pizza fans, beware) And of course, we end with some laughs, a little romantic banter, and Julien's favorite travel destinations. Subscribe and share if you're loving these more personal episodes, and don't forget to leave a review.  It helps me reach more nurses who are dreaming beyond the bedside.   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com

After a major crash, I did what I always do when life feels too heavy, I booked a trip. I hopped on a train six hours south of home and spent a few days exploring Costa Brava, Spain. In this episode, I'm catching you up on that getaway, how travel helps me reset, and what it really feels like to find balance after leaving bedside nursing behind.   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com The Ultimate Travel Nurse Bundle - https://www.passportsandpreemies.com/product/album/   

Imagine flying across the world for a few nursing shifts, then heading home to Sweden for family time. That's real life for Courtney, a NICU nurse who's figured out how to work per diem in California while living abroad. She shares how she built a life filled with freedom, travel, and flexibility all while keeping her nursing career intact.   Follow Courtney:  IG @courtneyelrefai TikTok @courtneyelrefai YouTube @courtneyelrefai Minimal Nurse IG @minimal.nurse   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com  

Frida grew up in the U.S. but became a nurse in Norway and trust me, her story is nothing like nursing school back home. We get into what it's really like being a nurse abroad, the surprises of Norway's healthcare system, and the lessons every nurse and nursing student can take away.  Connect with Frida:  TikTok @frida_eiane Instagram @frida_eiane Youtube @frida_eiane   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com  

I'm kicking off Season 2 with a full life update! I just announced dates for our next Beyond the Bedside nurse trip to France, shared all the details from my Bordeaux wedding, and opened up about starting fresh with new content in France. This season is about big changes, new beginnings, and building life beyond the bedside.   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com

This week Kristine is behind the mic talking about her time as a nurse working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.  Kristine is originally from Canada where she went to nursing school and briefly worked before moving to the US to become a travel nurse.  In 2010 Kristine took what she thought was a one year nursing job, working for VIP clientelle in Riaydh, Saudi Arabia. That one year turned into seven years and before you know it Kristine had spent nearly a decade of her life living in the Kingdom. Kylee and Kristine discuss the intricacies of being a westerner in Saudi Arabia, why it's so challenging to work there, but also how incredibly warm and welcoming the people of Saudi Arabia are.  Kylee grills Kristine on her favorite and least favorite travel destinations, inspiring her to consider some countries she's never thought of visiting. Kristine is incredibly candid and open talking about her travel experiences and her experiences working in Saudi Arabia.  You can find Kristine on Instagram at @kristinewanders and on her blog Kristine Wanders.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies

This week Kylee talks about why you should be a travel nurse in Seattle!  She discusses her favorite (and least favorite) aspects about Seattle.  The weather, boys, food, wine, hikes, all of it!  Having lived in Seattle on and off for a year and a half, Kylee knows this city in and out.  She discusses where to live, the best restaurants to eat at, day trips to take and more.  Plus Kylee discusses launching group trips in Seattle which will come in August of 2023.   This week Kylee's trying:  Castor oil on her eyebrows - stay tuned for her final thoughts!   Read more about Seattle: The Ultimate Travel Nurse Guide to Seattle The Ultimate Guide to the Seattle Food Scene 5 of the Best Hiking Trails Near Seattle Day Trips and Weekend Getaways from Seattle   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week as Kylee transitions back into the world of travel nursing, she shares her top tips for shifting your mindset from staff nurse to travel nurse.  Kylee also reads a letter she wrote back in 2021 when she quit travel nursing, certain that she would never go back.  Being able to reminisce on five years of travel nursing has Kylee both anxious and excited about her future in travel nursing.   What Kylee's loving this week:  The Blonde Files Podcast!  For all things beauty and wellness.   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week Courtney from @melanin.and.medicine comes on the podcast to share all of her best tips for new grad NICU nurses!  Courtney and Kylee discuss the highs and lows of the NICU, bath time in the NICU (Kylee hates it, Courtney loves it), supporting new grads, and showing compassion for parents going through the unimagineable.  Kylee and Courtney also  discuss mistakes they've made as nurses and deep dive into infant loss and how to help parents through it.   If you're a new grad NICU nurse listening, don't miss these helpful guides: 10 Tips for New Grad NICU Nurses NICU Lingo - 42 Terms for New Nurses 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Neonatal Nurse   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!

This week Kylee chast all about her past three months in the magical city of PARIS.  How she healed and moved on from the trauma of Saudi Arabia, what it was like to spend Christmas and New Years in France, tips for long distance relationships, plus some of her favorite restaurant discoveries in Paris this time around.   Kylee's favorite thing this week:  The app, Mobile Passport Control   Keep up with Kylee and all things Passports and Preemies... Podcast:  @PassportsandPreemies_Talks Website:  www.PassportsandPreemies.com Instagram:  @PassportsandPreemies Monthly Newsletter:  Sign up here!