Heya fellow nurses, nursing students, NICU champions and everyone else! My name is Cheyeanne, I'm a 24yo NICU nurse living in eastern North Carolina. I started this podcast to educate others about the NICU, being a nurse, and work-life balance. If you want to know everything there is to know about preemie kiddos, surviving nursing school, and/or what to do outside of work to avoid burnout, you're in the right place!
Disclaimer: I do not use any real names, patient health information, or anything that would violate HIPAA. I also may use outside sources in some episodes to provide more information other than just my experience/personal knowledge. I cite my sources in my show notes :)
It’s your day off! Let’s go explore the great outdoors. Today we’re discussing hiking as a hobby to maintain some good work-life balance. I’ll share stories of hikes I’ve done in Utah, Hawaii, Vegas, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. Go put on your boots or your chacos and I’ll see you out there!
14 Apr 2026
Nursing School Survival Guide: CNA life
School is in session, but first let’s get some experience! Today we’re talking about working as a CNA. We will discuss environments you can work in, your scope of practice, and some personal stories. All names of facilities are changed and patient privacy is maintained.
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Alzheimer's Association . (2022). Dementia with Lewy Bodies. Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia/types-of-dementia/dementia-with-lewy-bodies (https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia/types-of-dementia/dementia-with-lewy-bodies)
Parkinson's Foundation. (2019). What Is Parkinson’s?Parkinson’s Foundation. https://www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/what-is-parkinsons (https://www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/what-is-parkinsons)
Alzheimer's Association. (2025). What Is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s Association. https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers (https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers)
14 Apr 2026
NICU Diaries: Omphalocele
We’re back at the bedside and today we’re talking about Omphalocele. This is an abnormality of the abdominal wall. We will discuss diagnosis, patho/physio, complications, causes, and treatment. We will also discuss empathy and bedside manner as healthcare providers.
Sources:
CDC. (2024). Omphalocele. Birth Defects. https://www.cdc.gov/birth-defects/about/omphalocele.html (https://www.cdc.gov/birth-defects/about/omphalocele.html)
26 Mar 2026
Nursing School Survival Guide: Introduction
So you want to go to nursing school! I may be totally biased, but I think that's a great idea ;)
This introductory episode explains the requirements, a very general cost breakdown, and what to expect. ATI is a beast, but we can conquer it together. Good luck, and I'll see you in class!
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Jividen, S. (May 14, 2025). Top Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programs. https://nurse.org/education/top-adn-programs/ (https://nurse.org/education/top-adn-programs/)
American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2025). Accelerated Nursing Programs. https://www.aacnnursing.org/students/nursing-education-pathways/accelerated-programs (https://www.aacnnursing.org/students/nursing-education-pathways/accelerated-programs)
Robinson, C. (July 9, 2025). How Much Does Nursing School Cost? https://nursejournal.org/resources/how-much-does-nursing-school-cost/ (https://nursejournal.org/resources/how-much-does-nursing-school-cost/)
26 Mar 2026
NICU Diaries: What is the NICU?
Are you a NICU parent, a nursing student interested in working in the NICU, or a new graduate nurse starting your career in the NICU? You've come to the right place. In this episode, I give you a very general overview of what the NICU is and what a typical day in the NICU looks like. Stay tuned for more specific info about the NICU in future episodes.
Sources
Stanford Medicine Children's Health. (2025). The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=the-neonatal-intensive-care-unit-nicu-90-P02389 (https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=the-neonatal-intensive-care-unit-nicu-90-P02389)
Uhing, M. (August 8, 2016). What Does it Mean to Have a Level IV NICU? https://childrenswi.org/at-every-turn/stories/2016/08/what-is-a-level-iv-nicu (https://childrenswi.org/at-every-turn/stories/2016/08/what-is-a-level-iv-nicu)
Cleveland Clinic. (May 18, 2021). Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10026-necrotizing-enterocolitis (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10026-necrotizing-enterocolitis)
26 Mar 2026
It's a Beautiful Day to Catch up
Welcome back! It's been a couple years, and things are a little different! Let's talk about it :)
This podcast will continue to have three different episode categories: NICU for moms and RNs, the Nursing School Survival Guide, and life outside of the hospital! You have one host: Cheyeanne! I am a 24yo NICU nurse living in eastern North Carolina. I enjoy traveling, hiking, and hanging out with my golden retriever Winston. I can't wait to continue this journey with you, and I hope you'll join me.
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