Ep 4. Shock to the Heart

Jordan and Krista go on an ambulance ride-along that ends up becoming much more than they bargained for. The call starts off as a standard case of a woman in her 30s who is experiencing chest pains, but things quickly escalate when the patient goes into cardiac arrest. Jordan and Krista fight to keep the woman alive while en route to the hospital, but they are forced to make a difficult decision when the patient's condition rapidly deteriorates.

Meanwhile, TC tries to keep a young couple calm when they arrive at the hospital with their newborn baby who is suffering from a serious heart condition. The couple is struggling to process the news that their child needs life-saving surgery, and TC does his best to provide comfort and support to them in their time of need. However, things become even more complicated when the baby's biological father arrives at the hospital and demands custody.

Elsewhere in the hospital, Paul receives an unexpected visit from his estranged father who is in town for a medical conference. Paul is forced to confront his complicated relationship with his father, which is made even more difficult when his father reveals some shocking news about his health.

Throughout the episode, the Night Shift team works tirelessly to save lives and help their patients in any way they can. However, Shock to the Heart highlights the emotional toll that this kind of work can take on healthcare professionals, as they are forced to navigate complicated situations and make tough decisions on a regular basis.

As the episode comes to a close, the Night Shift team reflects on the events of the day and tries to process the emotions that come with working in such a high-stress environment. Despite facing difficult challenges, they are determined to keep fighting and saving lives, no matter what comes their way.