Season 1 • Episode 46

Certified Nurse but Panicking During a Code? You’re Not Alone—Here’s How to Feel Ready (With Susan Davis)

Dec 17, 2025

39:28

Episode Description

Not gonna lie… most of us are “certified” but still low-key panicking when a real code pops off. 😅 This episode with Susan B. Davis, DNP, RN, EMT-P (Rescue RN + the brain behind CodePRep) is all about closing the gap between knowing the basics and actually feeling ready to use them. We get into why traditional mock codes aren’t cutting it, what actually builds confidence (hint: quick, hands-on reps), and how empowered teams = better outcomes. If you’ve ever frozen in a high-stakes moment, this one’s for you. ⚡🫶

>>Certified Nurse but Panicking During a Code? You’re Not Alone—Here’s How to Feel Ready

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:02:02] Nursing career transitions.
[00:05:49] Flight nursing experiences and insights.
[00:07:36] Code Blue Practice Education.
[00:11:28] Confidence in nursing emergencies.
[00:15:14] Code preparation program.
[00:18:06] Cardiac arrest response times.
[00:20:27] New nurse code experience.
[00:27:06] Empowering healthcare decision-making.
[00:30:08] Importance of hands-on training.
[00:32:02] Code training preparedness gaps.
[00:36:44] Master instructor program for nurses.
[00:38:22] Giving yourself grace in nursing.

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Instagram: @rescue.rn
Website: https://www.rescuern.com/

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