Welcome to Off Shift, On Point
After nearly 30 years in nursing, I’ve seen a lot. I've watched healthcare evolve, technology change the way we work, and nursing grow into a profession with more opportunities than I could have imagined when I first started.
I’ve also seen the challenges. The long shifts. The staffing struggles. The decisions that make you wonder if the people making them have ever actually worked a shift.
And I’ve learned that sometimes you have to laugh. Because, well, nursing.
That’s why I created Off Shift, On Point.
This isn’t another newsletter filled with information you could find in a textbook. It’s a place for honest conversations about what’s happening in nursing, what’s changing, and what it all means for those of us doing the work.
We’ll talk about the latest nursing trends, AI and new technology, career opportunities, leadership, workplace culture, and the issues nurses are talking about when nobody else is listening.
Some weeks we’ll tackle serious topics. Other weeks we might have a little fun. Either way, you can expect straight talk, useful information, and a perspective shaped by almost three decades in the profession.
I don’t claim to have all the answers. But I’ve learned a thing or two along the way, and I’m not afraid to share my perspective.
Whether you’re a new nurse, a seasoned veteran, a future leader, or someone wondering what comes next in your career, there’s a place for you here.
Off the Clock. In the Know.
That’s the idea.
One newsletter a week. Five minutes of your time. A fresh take on the profession we all know and love, even on the days it drives us a little crazy.
I’m glad you’re here.
Heather Collins, MSN, RN, CNOR
Founder, Off Shift, On Point