Travel Nurse Reality Check 2025 - What It's Actually Like vs the Instagram Version with Jess Casper
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
Release Date: 07/01/2025
Nurses, Let’s Talk Money: 401ks, Investing & Getting Paid Beyond the Bedside with April Waddell from NurseMoneyDate®
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
We’re talking nurses + money: 401ks, investing, and what actually builds wealth beyond picking up extra shifts. Kylee sits down with April, a former ICU nurse turned finance coach, to break down what nurses aren’t being told about financial freedom and how to take control of your money from day one. Follow April On Instagram Check Out NurseMoneyDate® website: Join our for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - Follow us on Instagram & Follow Kylee on - Follow Kylee on - Check out our nurses only group trips on at @beyondthebedside Check out the...
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Failing Forward as a NICU Nurse with Tori Meskin
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
We’re diving into what it really looks like to fail the NCLEX, struggle through nursing school, and still find success as a NICU nurse. Tori shares how those setbacks shaped her career and led her to launch her own nursing education company. We also get into burnout, career pivots, and what it means to build something beyond the bedside. Where to find Tori: Follow Tori on Instagram Follow Tori on TikTok Listen to Tori's Podcast Follow Tori on YouTube Where to find Tori's company NICUity: Visit Nicuitys webside at Make sure to use code...
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What It’s Actually Like to Nurse in France vs. America with Claire Speaks
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
Ever wonder what it’s really like to be a nurse in France compared to the U.S. healthcare system? I sat down with Claire, a French-trained nurse now living in Arkansas, to talk about everything from international licensure and the NCLEX to pay, patient ratios, and what nurses are expected to do in each country. Follow Claire on Instagram Join our for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - Follow us on Instagram & Follow Kylee on - Follow Kylee on - Check out our nurses only group trips on at @beyondthebedside Check out the website
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What Happens When Nursing Was Never The Dream With Sara & Stacy?
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
Ever felt like nursing swallowed your whole identity? Kylee chats with twins Sara and Stacy, former OR nurses turned certified nurse coaches, about navigating nurse burnout, reconnecting with creativity, and what life can look like after leaving bedside nursing behind. Connect with Sara and Stacy on Instagram Find out more about Sara and Stacy on their website - Learn about Sara’s other passions on Instagram and Etsy - Join our for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - Follow us on Instagram & Follow Kylee on - Follow Kylee on - Check out our...
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Travel Nurse Reality Check 2025 - What It's Actually Like vs the Instagram Version with Jess Casper
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
My recruiter Jess and I got into it about what travel nursing actually looks like in 2025 - not the highlight reel version you see online. She's placed over a thousand nurses in nine years, so when she says certain hospitals are absolute chaos or that pay expectations are completely off, I listen. We covered realistic take-home numbers, contract red flags that'll totally save you, and why some people absolutely thrive as travelers while others are ready to go home after one assignment. If you want Jess to be your recruiter, fill out this - Otherwise, connect with Jessica on -...
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What Even Is a Soft Nursing Job? Because We Want One with Hannah Kimmel
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
What happens when you hate nursing school… but still become a nurse and a flight attendant? 👀 In this episode, we chat with Hannah who’s juggling scrubs, sky miles, and a seriously dreamy “soft nursing job.” We talk nurse burnout, life after bedside nursing, and what it really looks like to take the non-traditional path. If you’ve ever wondered what else is out there beyond the hospital, this one’s for you. Follow Hannah on , , and Follow Kylee... Join our for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness Follow us on Instagram & Check out...
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Burnout, Bedside, and Big Life Changes: Why I Clocked Out and Moved to France
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
Okay, it’s been a minute, but I’m finally back! In this first episode of the newly rebranded Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside, I’m giving you the full scoop, why I stepped away from the bedside, what burnout really looked like, and how a short podcast break turned into a year of traveling the world and moving to France. From my last travel nurse assignment in Seattle to building a life that feels more aligned, I’m sharing where I’ve been and where we’re headed this season. If you’re a nurse feeling burnt out, craving freedom, or just curious what life can look like beyond the...
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From Nursing to New Adventures Meet Clocked Out
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
Okay, big news, I’ve rebranded Passports and Premiums to Clocked Out! I’m spilling all the tea on why I needed a fresh start, what to expect (think travel, lifestyle, and life after nursing), and why this podcast is about to become your new go-to. Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - Follow us on Instagram & Check out our nurses only group trips with Check out our website
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Travel Nursing from a Travel Nurse Recruiter Perspective
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: Website: Instagram: Monthly Newsletter: Join the Facebook Community: ...
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What Every New Nurse & Nursing Student Should Know About Being a Nurse (in the Real World)
Clocked Out: Life Beyond the Bedside
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: Website: ...
info_outlineMy recruiter Jess and I got into it about what travel nursing actually looks like in 2025 - not the highlight reel version you see online. She's placed over a thousand nurses in nine years, so when she says certain hospitals are absolute chaos or that pay expectations are completely off, I listen. We covered realistic take-home numbers, contract red flags that'll totally save you, and why some people absolutely thrive as travelers while others are ready to go home after one assignment.
If you want Jess to be your recruiter, fill out this form - https://info.fusionmedstaff.com/kylee/elevate-your-career?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=passportsandpreemies
Otherwise, connect with Jessica on Instagram - @that.one.fusion.recruiter
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Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside
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