Hey There!

I’m Kelly, the nurse behind ShineOnRN - a space for nurses who want careers that actually support their lives, not consume them.

I created this after navigating my own winding, burnout-filled journey through traditional nursing roles and realizing something important:


There isn’t one “right” path in nursing — there’s the right path for YOU.

From hopeful to burned out (and back again)

During the early part of my career, I worked in everything from TCU to psych to neuro/trauma - and like a lot of nurses, I poured myself into every role hoping this one would be the “right fit.”

But instead of fulfillment, I found burnout, anxiety, and a creeping sense that maybe I was failing at the very career I once felt so excited to start.

Then a turning point…

In the middle of the COVID pandemic - exhausted and overwhelmed on my neuro unit - I enrolled in an MBA program. At the time, I wasn’t sure what I wanted. I just knew I needed options.

That decision changed everything.
I stopped seeing myself as a nurse who had “given up.” I started seeing myself as a nurse with possibility.

My MBA helped me realize I could build a career that works for me - one that uses my nursing background and honors the life I want to live.

Now, I’m a clinical educator helping other licensed professionals grow into new roles - and I created ShineOnRN to share the lessons I wish I’d had much sooner.

What ShineOnRN Is All About

ShineOnRN is for nurses who:

  • Want clarity about their next step (even if they’re not looking to leave bedside)

  • Crave more balance, direction, or confidence in their career decisions

  • Are tired of vague advice or feeling boxed in by traditional roles

  • Know there’s more out there — they just need help figuring out where to start

Through honest insights and practical tools, I’m here to help you:

  • Reflect on your values, strengths, and goals

  • Discover the roles that align with your life

  • Actually go after the career you want (with realistic guidance along the way)

Because your career should grow with you — not hold you back.

The ShineOnRN Values

Wanting something different doesn’t mean you’ve failed - it means you’re growing. Whether you're feeling burned out, boxed in, or just curious about what else is out there, I believe every nurse deserves the freedom to evolve without shame or second-guessing.

Growth Without Guilt

Flexibility & Fluidity

Your career doesn’t have to follow a straight line. Life shifts, priorities change, and that’s okay - you’re allowed to pivot. At ShineOnRN, we embrace nontraditional paths, career detours, and the idea that your job should fit you, not the other way around.

Empowerment Through Practical Tools

I believe nurses should have access to real, actionable career support - without spending thousands. I share the strategies and tools I learned in my MBA so you can gain clarity, explore your options, and confidently make your next move - no business degree required.

Contact us

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