The Peel — Week 12

Whether you just passed the NCLEX or you’ve been charting and charging for over a year, this season still comes with a reset. Schedules pick up. Units get busy. Life outside of work doesn’t pause - and somehow, you’re still figuring it out as you go.

This issue of The Peel is your fall reset:

• Tools for staying organized on and off shift

• Career resources (certs, CEUs, and scholarships)

• Burnout prevention tips that actually work

• One way to gain experience without adding another 12-hour shift

Still adjusting to your new role? Want to build more patient-facing confidence without committing to another full-time job? We’re still hiring Patient Champions - a paid, flexible opportunity for nursing students and graduates. Work with patients remotely, improve health literacy, and strengthen your communication skills while maintaining your current schedule!

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Scholarship Spotlight 💸

FNSNA Promise of Nursing Regional Scholarship
Award: Up to $7,500 for continuing nursing education (BSN, MSN, DNP)
Who’s eligible: New nurses pursuing further education or specialty certification

Not sure which certification is right for you?
Check out NurseJournal’s certification guide - a breakdown of the most recognized RN and APRN certifications by specialty, job role, and experience level. It’s a great starting point if you’re considering career advancement but don’t know what path fits best.

Weekly Motivation ☀️

Professional Life
[ ] Update your resume with recent experience or certifications
[ ] Ask your manager/preceptor about annual evals + growth goals
[ ] Set a reminder for license renewal deadlines
[ ] Save your CEU tracker or create one if you haven’t yet

Shift Organization
[ ] Reorganize your report sheet or shift “brain”
[ ] Restock scrubs, badge reels, pens, compression socks
[ ] Prep a small “reset kit” for your locker or bag: deodorant, protein bar, etc.
[ ] Build a folder with updated protocols or unit-specific resources

Personal Systems
[ ] Reclaim a routine outside of work - sleep, meals, movement, therapy
[ ] Plan one weekend just for yourself (no errands, no overtime)
[ ] Set one financial goal for this fall (debt, savings, travel fund)
[ ] Ask for help when you need it - burnout sneaks up quietly

Freshly Squeezed Jokes 🍊

Team Night Shift?

One Last Thing 💡

Fall isn’t just a new season, it’s a chance to recalibrate. Whether you’re gaining momentum in your role, navigating burnout, or thinking about what’s next, this is a moment to reset - not by doing more, but by getting clear on what matters.

Progress might feel slow or uncertain, but it’s still progress. You’re building your practice with every shift, and we’re here to support you as you do.

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The Grapefruit Health Team