38: The Real Reason 33% of New Nurses Quit Within Their First Year

Send us Fan MailDid you know that 33% of new graduate nurses leave their first job within a year, and nearly one in five leave nursing altogether? In this episode of Life After Nursing School, host Caroline Danna, MSN, RN (a clinical instructor and new nurse career coach) dives into why so many new nurses are walking away from the bedside… and what you can do to protect your passion, peace, and purpose in this profession.Caroline breaks down the real reasons behind new nurse burnout and turnover -  from unsafe staffing and poor preceptorship to emotional exhaustion and lack of support. She also shares actionable strategies to help you survive and thrive during your first year, including how to set boundaries, find your people, and rebuild confidence when work feels overwhelming.If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I can’t do this anymore,” this episode will help you see that you’re not the problem, the system is. But you can take steps to protect your career, strengthen your mindset, and create a version of nursing that actually fits your life.Connect with Nurse Coach Caroline:Instagram →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠TikTok →⁠ @NurseCoachCaroline⁠Website →⁠ nursecoachcaroline.com⁠Join the Community →⁠ The New Nurse SocietyApplication Advantage - Resume/Cover Letter Course HEREPlease consider rating & subscribing to the show if this episode brought value to your life! I am here for you <3