Welcome to the Nursing Uncharted Podcast, where raw and real stories of nurses are told. Join us as we navigate the uncharted territories of nursing, together. We delve into candid conversations covering travel nursing, career advice, nurse empowerment, unique nursing experiences, and some of the technologies that are driving nurse satisfaction and engagement. Tune in for laughter, learning, and discovering new aspects of the incredible profession of nursing. Welcome to our show, where every nurse’s story finds its voice.
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From New Grad to PACU Pro—Resume, Interview, and Career Tips Every Nurse Needs with Nurse Maddy
In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, host Ann welcomes Maddy, a PACU nurse with six years of experience and a passion for helping new graduates break into the field. Mad
Oct 15 45 min
What Travel Nurses Must Know Before Your Next Contract - Recap of TravCon 2026
Ever wonder what actually happens behind the booth at TravCon? What do travel nurses really want to know before signing their next contract?
In this episode of Nursing U
Sep 29 46 min
The Reality of Strike Nursing From the Front Lines
Have you ever wondered what it truly feels like walking into a hospital unit you've never seen before, with patients depending on you within hours of landing? Do you want
Sep 15 37 min
How Two RNs Built a Thriving Brand for Nurses: Uni Shoes Is Back with Big Updates
What happens when two registered nurses get tired of ruined shoes, aching feet, and energy crashes on 12-hour shifts? They build a brand from scratch, and they don't stop
Sep 1 36 min
How Travel Nursing Changes You: Confidence, Community, and Finding Your Way
Travel nursing does more than change your zip code. It changes how you carry yourself into a new unit, how you build relationships from scratch, and how you define what m
Aug 18 29 min
Your First Travel Nursing Assignment: What No One Tells You (But Should)
That first travel assignment sounds like a dream on paper: a new city, a fresh start, and the freedom to explore while doing the work you love. Then you actually arrive,
Aug 4 25 min
The Real Story of Finding Your First Nursing Job with Stella Leiken
Landing your first nursing job sounds straightforward after graduation—but for many new grads, the reality is far more difficult. In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, ho
Jul 21 36 min
Skip the Scramble and Plan Your Winter Travel Nurse Assignments Now with Bianca Otero
What if the secret to a stress-free holiday season started months in advance?
In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, host Ann welcomes back Bianca O., Recruitment Direct
Jun 23 41 min
The Realities of Strike Nursing with Zach Klemo
Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes during a nursing strike? In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, we kick off a special mini-series with Zach C.
Jun 9 38 min
Travel Nurse Besties Take on the Peds ER
In Part 2 of our special Nurses Month series on Nursing Uncharted, we welcome back pediatric ER travel nurses Jess and Sam. They dive deeper into their experiences travel
May 26 35 min
Finding Your "Why" and Celebrating Nurses Month with Jess and Sam
Key Topics Covered
Finding and holding onto your core "Why" in the nursing profession.
The unique challenges and immense emotional rewards of pediatric emergency nursin
May 8 25 min
Set Yourself Up for Travel Nurse Housing Success with Natalie Dobrijevic
Have you ever arrived at a travel assignment only to discover your new home is a nightmare? Do you want greater control of your living situation while on the road?
In th
Apr 28 42 min
Travel Nurses Forge a New Path
We all desire greater control of our nursing careers. To feel empowered, capable, and equipped to take on our daily challenges, we must boldly embrace new experiences. In
Apr 14 38 min
Finding Positivity in Nursing with Laurel Prince
Welcome back to Nursing Uncharted! In this episode, host Ann reconnects with the inspiring Laurel Prince, a returning guest who brings her unique perspective on navigatin
Mar 31 24 min
Embracing Change in Modern Nursing with Taniqua Mighty
Nursing is changing fast, and new degrees, more travel gigs, and bedside tech are all part of the ride. In this episode, we chat with neurosurgery nurse Taniqua Mighty ab
Mar 17 39 min
Finding Your "Why" & The Journey from Travel to Staff Nursing with Alex Craft
In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, we sit down with Alex, a dedicated nurse with nearly 12 years of experience, from rehab facilities to Level 1 trauma centers. Alex j
Feb 17 28 min
The Importance of Nurse-Recruiter Relationships with Audrey Tate
Episode Highlights & Key ThemesThe Power of the Recruiter Relationship: We discuss why the bond between a travel nurse and their recruiter is the cornerstone of a success
Feb 4 1 h 00 min
Manifesting Your Best Year Yet
Episode Highlights
Reflecting on 2025 & Setting Intentions
Ann shares how embracing the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of 2025 helped shape her current perspective. Rath
Jan 21 22 min
Embracing Change and Moving Forward
Episode Overview
In this solo episode, Ann wraps up 2025 by looking back on a year filled with growth, change, and plenty of new experiences. Her word for the year, "emb
Dec 19 2025 21 min
Part 2: Unlocking Mobility – A Nurse’s Guide to Fitness and Wellness with Hailey Abell
In this second part of the series of “Unlocking Mobility,” we dive into the critical role of mobility and fitness in the nursing profession. Hailey Abell, a physical trai
Nov 11 2025 25 min
Chart positions
Where Nursing Uncharted ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Oct 28, 2026).
A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
Listening to this podcast literally feels like breathing a huge sigh of relief—hearing other people’s stories about nursing and the intricacies of the day-to-day, the funny, happy, surprising stories and the common frustrations that nurses encounter. The medical field really needs more spaces like this podcast to talk about our motivations, our struggles, and our journeys...especially after the intensity of this past year. It allows us to connect and feel validated while sharing ideas and solutions. At the very least, listening to nursing uncharted will make you feel less alone, but more likely, this podcast will help to reignite a passion for nursing and even reveal new opportunities that maybe you hadn’t considered before. I look forward to new episodes/can’t wait to hear more stories :)! 10/10 recommend. Thank you Maggie Reichard for being the best host for this much needed podcast!!
jujubeeans · Jun 2021
As someone that does not work in the medical field, it was hard for me to really wrap my head around what others were experiencing throughout this last year. Maggie and Sam do a great job here painting some of the highs and lows of not only what it was like to be a nurse in this pandemic, but an ICU nurse in the pandemic and the sort of realities you have to brace yourself for. Really eye opening and a perspective I think a lot of the general population could also benefit from.
Emily Faustino · Jun 2021
A very needed podcast in the ever changing world of medicine and nursing. Looking forward to learn, laugh, and know that what so many of us nurses have experienced is shared amongst so many. Looking forward to more episodes!
sben16 · Jun 2021
Such a great podcast! Maggie is so eloquent and well-spoken and you can hear her passion and love for what she does. I love the format and hearing stories of other nurses and their experiences is so interesting. I recommend this podcast to all nurses out there!
nicole b michonski · Jun 2021
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Here you find the Apple Podcasts chart positions of Nursing Uncharted, its latest episodes to listen to directly, and reviews from listeners. Rankings are updated daily for the United States.
