Nursing school teaches you how to pass exams but it doesn’t always prepare you for the emotional, mental, and real-life realities of the job.

In this episode of Strength N Scrubs, Dr. Jakeiyah Triplett breaks down the lessons nursing school often skips: building confidence, handling mistakes, navigating unit culture, advocating for yourself, and learning how to grow into your role without burning out.

Whether you’re a new nurse, nursing student, or early in your career, this episode is your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing it means you’re learning.

Real talk. Real growth. Real nursing.

In this episode, Dr. Jakeiyah Triplett shares her academic journey. From barely passing nursing school to earning her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. This conversation breaks down what perseverance really looks like and why titles don’t define your worth or potential.

In this first episode of Strength N Scrubs, Dr. Jakeiyah Triplett shares the story behind the podcast — her journey, her mission, and the vision for what’s to come. This episode sets the foundation for honest conversations about nursing, growth, health, purpose, and resilience.

If you’ve ever had to rise while life was falling apart, this space is for you.

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