Today, we’re turning the spotlight on Madi Fogel, RN, a pediatric home care nurse based in Minnesota. She’s talking about her take on nursing stereotypes, advocating for vaccinations, and sharing self care tips.

Q: TRUE or FALSE: “Nurses eat their young.” 

A: False from my experiences, although I did have some clinical instructors in school that were pretty tough and expected us to know everything when we were there to learn.

Q: What is your specialty and where are you based?

A: Pediatric home care, eventually want to move into Aesthetic nursing. Based in Minnesota

Q: Any self care or mental health tips for new nurses?

A: Schedule self care time in just like you would your homework/work schedule. This way it is a priority just like work is. Also, working out is good for physical and mental health. I stick to a workout schedule because it makes me feel good and refreshed!

Q: What current events in the nursing field are you most passionate about?

A: Encouraging vaccinations, especially against COVID-19. It's important not only to protect our individual self, but to protect those around us.

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