We’re so happy to have Nina Stevenson joining us! Nina, your heart for helping people become nurses, especially those who might think the door is closed to them is truly beautiful. You’re opening pathways and creating real opportunities for people to step into their calling, and that kind of work doesn’t go unnoticed. Check out the amazing work Nina’s empowering other with at https://ninanurses.org/. What stands out most about you isn’t just what you do, but how you do it: with vision, with care, and with a genuine desire to see others win. You’re empowering aspiring nurses to believe in themselves and take that leap, and that’s the kind of energy we love to see in this community. Nina, here are your flowers: 💐💐💐 Thank you for the work you’re doing to lift up others, and thank you for supporting this community and the mission we’re building together. Your presence here means so much. Stronger Nurse fam, let’s give Nina her flowers! Drop a comment below and share what resonates with you about her story or just say welcome. Nina, we’d also love to hear from yoy about what’s inspiring you right now, and what are you hoping to connect with or contribute here? So glad you’re with us!

You can have thousands of followers, impressive engagement metrics, and what looks like influence from the outside. But there’s a difference between having an audience and having a true community The Real Measure of Connection Community isn’t measured by how many people click “follow” or drop a quick like on your content. The true test comes in the unexpected moments… like when your presence suddenly disappears from their feeds, when something unforeseen disrupts your usual rhythm. That’s when you discover who was truly with you. Do they notice you’re gone? Do they seek you out on other platforms, reach out to check on you, or express that your energy and value are genuinely missed from their daily experience? Or do they simply scroll past, never registering your absence because the connection was never deep enough to matter ? Beyond Surface Engagement Research shows that while social media managers report engagement rates averaging just 0.05% to 5% of followers, true brand communities see nearly 50% of members actively engaged with meaningful participation. This distinction reveals everything: reach without participation rarely moves the needle. A follower might consume your content and keep scrolling, a one-way exchange with no real feedback loop. A community member chooses to participate, connect, and return because they find lasting value in the shared experience. They don’t just engage when it’s convenient; they show up when it matters most. When Crisis Reveals Truth The hardest lesson I’ve learned is this: just because you have a lot of followers does not mean you have true community. True community is expressed when the unforeseeable happens and your people come stand by you. They support you, help you rebuild what was taken, and remind you that you’re not alone in the darkness. Community members don’t just consume, they contribute to a shared environment where ideas, feedback, and relationships take root. They become advocates who respond to questions, share stories, and attract others through organic momentum that no algorithm can replicate.

Hey Stronger Nurse family 💛 We’re launching something special this week! Our new Sunday newsletter, A Stronger Way, created to help you reclaim your energy, root into clarity, and rise with confidence every single week. Think of it as your calm before the shift. A moment to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your why. Here’s what you’ll find inside: ✨ A Grounding Note A real, honest check-in about what nurses are carrying and a reminder that you’re not navigating this alone. ✨ Something to Spark Curiosity A story, insight, or truth that invites you to see your week with fresh eyes. ✨ The Pulse of Nursing What’s trending in our world + one practical step you can take to stay informed and empowered. ✨ Community Highlights Upcoming ebooks, events, webinars, and voices from our Stronger Nurse village. ✨ Wellness in 5 Minutes Quick resets rooted in our five pillars and simple enough to do between shifts. ✨ The Meme We All Needed Because humor is medicine, too. ✨ Nurse Ashley’s Corner Books, playlists, thoughts, and tools from my own journey shared to strengthen yours. ✨ Stronger Nurse Spotlight A story from a nurse in our community who’s reclaiming, rooting, or rising in real time. ✨ Your Week at a Glance A gentle roadmap for the days ahead aligned with our pillars, our SAFE strategy, and your well-being. Every issue is crafted with intention: to support your wholeness, your clarity, and your journey toward a career that actually feels like you. Watch your inbox this Sunday. Your ritual is waiting. 🌿💌 Have a question or want to be featured in a Spotlight? Drop it in the comments or message us anytime. We rise stronger together.

Travel nursing will give you some of the highest highs you’ve ever felt in your career — the freedom, the flights, the pay bumps, the new cities, the identity glow of finally being valued. But it also carries lows nobody warns you about: the kind that don’t show up on TikTok flexes, Reddit threads, Facebook groups, or recruiter hype videos. Here’s the part the internet doesn’t talk about: If you chase the check without a strategy, it will eventually cost you more than it pays. Because the truth is… Traveling without direction becomes a lifestyle you can’t sustain. The constant moving. The emotional whiplash of leaving. The fatigue that stacks up contract after contract. The feeling of “I can’t do this anymore.” And one day, the thing that once felt like freedom starts feeling like a trap. And when that day hits, you usually end up with only two options: 1️⃣ Keep traveling even though you’re exhausted, numb, or burnt down to the wick… because you financially have to. or 2️⃣ Go home and work 2–3 jobs just to keep up with the lifestyle you built on the road… burning out in the exact place you returned for rest. Nobody talks about that part. It’s easier to hype the money than name the cycle. But I will, because I lived it. And here’s what I wish someone had told me in Contract #1…before the highs hit, before the burnout hit, before the crash hit: “You don’t need more information… you need a strategy.” A strategy that protects your: - money - license - mental health - relationships - long-term stability - future goals - sense of self A strategy that lets you: - travel intentionally - earn sustainably - rest deeply - rise consistently - and exit strong when you’re ready to stop moving. That’s exactly why I built Jet Set Nurse. Not as another “how-to-travel-nurse” list you can find on YouTube. But as a custom-designed career pathway; something you build with me, rooted in: - your values - your boundaries - your long-term goals - your financial reality - your emotional wellbeing - your personal definition of “freedom”

I'm thrilled to share something I've poured my soul into: a FREE ebook written for every healthcare hero, educator, and student who believes we can build a stronger, more connected future for healthcare. ✨ Download Your Free Copy Here: [Stronger Together] Why This Matters The S.A.F.E. strategy—Strength, Advocacy, Freedom, and Empowerment—is more than a framework. It’s a philosophy of care and collaboration that guides how we work, connect, and solve challenges side-by-side. And you are the catalyst for the future of healthcare. Whether you're a nurse on the front lines, an allied health professional, an educator shaping tomorrow's leaders, or a student stepping into your career, this book is for you.​ When we rise together, we don't just heal patients, we heal systems, cultures, and communities. A S.A.F.E. strategy starts with each one of us, committing to collective power over isolated struggle.​ 🙏 Here's My Ask - Download your copy and take what resonates. - Share this ebook with anyone you know in healthcare, education, or who's training to be a healer—colleagues, mentors, students, friends.​ - Let's start conversations. Let's build momentum. Let's remind each other that we are stronger together.​ 💬 I'd Love to Hear From You After you've had a chance to read it, drop a comment below or send me a message. What resonated? What challenged you? What part of the S.A.F.E. strategy will you put into practice first?​ Let's reclaim our collective power one download, one conversation, one courageous step at a time. With gratitude and hope, 💙 Nurse Ashley