Nurses Taking Over TikTok With Viral Trends You Can’t Miss

Image sources: #NurseTok

Nurses have always been masters of multitasking, balancing high-pressure work with endless compassion. Now, more and more are showing off new skills: turning viral TikTok trends into a hilarious mix of education, entertainment, and relatable content that only #NurseTok can deliver.

From pop diva parodies to daydreaming about escapes and nostalgic TV vibes, here’s the lowdown on the funniest TikTok trends nurses are tackling—and totally owning.

Nicki Minaj Balance Challenge

• What’s the hashtag? #nickiminajchallenge, 150.4K posts, >1.3 billion views
• What’s the trend? The “Nicki Minaj Balance Challenge,” featuring a tricky balancing pose (usually in heels) set to her song, “High School,” quickly spread as users tried to replicate the move—some nailing it, others hilariously failing. Nurses jumped on the trend by adding their own spin: balancing stethoscopes, medical charts, or even coffee cups while on shift. The mix of impressive coordination amid chaotic hospital environments, plus the humorous struggles of juggling nursing gear, struck a chord.
• Which Nurses Are Crushing It?
  • bellapark09 - OR Nurse
  • schwesterkim - ER Nurse
  • daddy.dazoo - ER Nurse (and Nurse Converse guest!)
  • lashandbrowboss - nursing student
  • charleybain - nursing student

 

@bellapark09 It’s not clocking to you that in this OR we stand on business @Nicki Minaj #nickiminajchallenge #legposechallenge #fyp #nurse #ornurse The real mvps were @Anna Moolman @Haley Leonhard ♬ High School - Nicki Minaj

Jet2 Holiday—The Ultimate “Wish I Was There” Challenge

• What’s the hashtag? #jet2holidays, 481.4K posts
• What’s the trend? The Jet2 Holiday soundbite caught fire as the soundtrack of choice for daydreaming about vacations—sun, sand, and zero beeping monitors. Nurses, exhausted by endless shifts, jumped right in, using the clip to whimsically imagine ditching work for a tropical escape. Nurses are making this trend their unofficial anthem for “Send Help (or a holiday).”
• Which Nurses Are Crushing It?
  • cesimarie - “black blood”
  • gabbieaguillard - “hospital on fire”
  • brittbacci - “memory care”
  • rachellllll_cx - “saving lives”

@cesimarie Yes that’s black blood, yup. Mhm. #nursehumor #codesbelike #nursesoftiktok #jet2holidays ♬ original sound - Kendy

Charting #facts

• What’s the trend? These short TikToks feature a nurse (or other medical professional - the originator of the sound was Leila the PA), typing notes at a computer, seemingly grateful for the way a patient described him/her. Because what nurse doesn’t appreciate a compliment every now and then?
• Which Nurses Are Crushing It?
  • adrianpsychiatry - “hang loose”
  • rachelfoster24 - “if you don’t chart it, it didn’t happen”
  • brooke.s.spams - "Facts. Ehh!"

 

@adrianpsychiatry

If you didn’t document it, did it really happen?

#nursehumor

#nursetok

#nursesoftiktok

#registerednurse

#healthcareworker

♬ original sound - Leila the PA

 

What’s This #NurseTok Buzz All About?

For newbies, #NurseTok is the online hive where nurses spill their stories, share tips, and turn the tough stuff into comedy gold. It’s education, community, and therapy rolled into viral videos.

But heads up: there’s drama on the horizon. The US government still might ban TikTok. A deadline is approaching which could put a pause on the joy and knowledge nurses share every day. The good news? Nurse creators aren’t backing down—they’re spreading their wings across Instagram, YouTube, and more to keep those good vibes alive.

Why These Trends Matter

Laughter is the best medicine. Literally. In high-stress healthcare environments, these viral moments give nurses a chance to connect, destress, and remind themselves—and all of us—that behind every scrubs-clad nurse is a person who deserves to dance, dream, and drop sick beats now and then.

So whether you’re scrolling, laughing, or creating your own trend, join in the fun—and let the world see the heart and humor that makes nursing so special. Just a friendly reminder: while having fun on social media is great, always be sure to follow your workplace’s guidelines and protect patient privacy. Keep those TikTok antics safe, respectful, and professional!

 

🤔 Nurses - do you follow #nursetok? What's your favorite trend? Let us know in the discussion forum below.