The Why…
The reason The Code Team is here is simple. You. The story behind it however, is incredible. It’s a personal and significant journey in my life.
The Nursing Station
The Ritual Nurse: A Manifesto for the Walking Wounded
The Ritual Nurse is more than a podcast—it’s a healing practice for nurses who’ve become the walking wounded. Born from trauma, built on research, and grounded in ritual, this movement is reclaiming our humanity through science, shadow work, and soul. This is where nurses learn to resuscitate themselves
The Four Agreements of Nursing: A Path Back to Center
Nurses were never taught to build boundaries—but we can learn. This reflection explores how The Four Agreements offers a practical, soulful framework to survive nursing without burning out. Grounded, honest, and deeply human, this post invites you to reclaim clarity, connection, and sustainable practice—one agreement at a time.
Pride in Practice: EQUITY and Equality means affirming care for every patient
Pride Month presents a perfect opportunity for healthcare professionals to examine how we provide care to LGBTQIA+ patients, particularly those who identify as transgender or non-binary. As nurses, we’re bound by ethical codes and professional standards that transcend our personal Read more…
Fast regulation in high action/high stress environments? It’s possible and here’s how.
Emotional regulation is a critical skill for nurses, yet rarely discussed in clinical settings. In today’s high-stress healthcare environments, nurses face constant emotional and physical demands with minimal opportunities for recovery or processing. The latest episode of The Ritual Nurse Read more…
This weeks podcast episode: Handle the Dumpster Fire!
Emotional chaos in healthcare isn’t a flaw—it’s a signal.
Last week, I was late, overwhelmed, and on the verge of spiraling.
But using focused skills, I met the moment with radical acceptance and self-respect.
Nurses, you deserve more than survival. You deserve compassion, clarity, and space to breathe.
Go listen to the podcast. Share it with as many nurses as you can. If you are a nurse, know a nurse, love a nurse… this podcast is it!
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Birthday Special, The List Episode, and Dopamine
Cognitive overload is silently destroying healthcare professionals, particularly nurses who juggle clinical responsibilities with personal demands. The pressure to remember every detail – from medication schedules to family commitments – creates a mental burden that manifests as burnout, decreased compassion, Read more…
The Meditation Tapes: Ancient Circle Awaits
Healthcare professionals give everything—until there’s nothing left. In ‘The Meditation Tapes,’ Riva, the Ritual Nurse, guides nurses, doctors, and caregivers through a deeply restorative meditation, offering a sacred space to release trauma, reclaim resilience, and truly heal. Step into an ancient circle of healers, let go of the weight you carry, and reconnect with your strength. This isn’t just meditation—it’s a lifeline. Ready to feel lighter?
The Meditation Tapes: The Ancient Tree Awaits
Feeling overwhelmed? This blog post dives into a powerful guided meditation designed to restore your center and resilience. Read now to explore the practice, then download the episode to experience the soothing journey for yourself. Your peace starts here!
The Meditation Tapes: Part 2
In Episode 2, host Riva and guest Molly discuss balancing caregiving and personal well-being through mindfulness and meditation. She emphasizes personalized meditation practices, the importance of intentional routines, and self-grounding techniques for managing stress, particularly for caregivers. Listeners are encouraged to find moments of mindfulness to foster peace in their busy lives.
The Meditation Tapes: Part One
This series emphasizes the importance of grounding and resilience for nurses facing overwhelming challenges in a flawed healthcare system. We meet Molly an incredibly gifted colleague in an unusual and often misunderstood role. It explores the reality of how hard it is to find center and protect your peace, highlights emotional complexities in caregiving, and underscores self-care for caregivers to enhance overall well-being.