"A Nurse’s First Night Shift"
“I was scared, excited, and overwhelmed — all at once. But when I helped deliver my first baby, I knew I was exactly where I belonged.”
Real experiences from real people in healthcare
HospitalStories.org is a platform to collect and share real stories from doctors, nurses, and patients. These personal experiences shine a light on the triumphs, challenges, and humanity within the world of healthcare.
“I was scared, excited, and overwhelmed — all at once. But when I helped deliver my first baby, I knew I was exactly where I belonged.”
“After 14 days in isolation and three days on oxygen, I was finally strong enough to call my family. I cried the entire time.”
“We’re trained to save lives, but we’re rarely trained on how to say goodbye. That’s the hardest part of this job.”
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