4NPs Podcast

In Episode 27 of the 4NPs Podcast, our hosts share some wine and reflect on their favorite interviewees from season one of the podcast!

In Episode 26 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Donna Cardillo — The Inspiration Nurse — about embracing change in nursing, finding a nursing community to thrive in, and the endless opportunities open to nurses willing to take them. SHOW NOTES: Website: https://donnacardillo.com/ Follow Donna on all social media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/donnacardillo Blog: https://donnacardillo.com/blog/ Podcast: https://donnacardillo.com/tag/podcast/ Upcoming Retreat: Empowered Nurse, Enlighted Practice™ Canyon Ranch Resort & Spa September 15-18, 2022 – Lenox, MA https://donnacardillo.com/events/ Books - Donna has a 4 book special on her website - https://donnacardillo.com/shop/save-15-on-donnas-4-book-special/ A Daybook for Beginning Nurses Donna Cardillo, RN, MA Falling Together: How to Find Balance, Joy, and Meaningful Change When Your Life Seems to be Falling Apart Paperback – April 5, 2016   The ULTIMATE Career Guide for Nurses: Practical Advice for Thriving at Every Stage of Your Career by CSP Donna Wilk Cardillo, RN, MA | Aug 30, 2018 Your First Year As a Nurse, Second Edition: Making the Transition from Total Novice to Successful Professional Part of: Your First Year (5 Books)  | by Donna Cardillo | Nov 9, 2019 A life altering book that Donna recommends The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal Paperback – Illustrated, January 1, 2003 by Jim Loehr (Author), Tony Schwartz  (Author)   The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo. Other mentions: https://www.ccrnreview.com/faculty/laura-gasparis-vonfrolio-rn-phd

In Episode 25 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Sharon Fisher — Adult Primary and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, owner of Nurtured Well, author and so much more — about owning her own practice, being dually certified as an NP, and the misinformation surrounding fertility. SHOW NOTES: Beyond the Egg Timer: A Companion Guide For Having Babies in Your Mid-Thirties and Older is  here!  Nurtured Well: https://nurtured-well.com/ Nurtured Well Blog: https://nurtured-well.com/blog-for-women-by-women/blog-2/ Social Media @Beyond_The_Egg_Timer

In Episode 24 of the 4NPs Podcast, we continue our interview with Dr. Jill Brennan-Cook, one of our most favorite professors from our BSN days at MSMC.  Dr. Brennan-Cook is an Assistant Professor in the ABSN program and a member of the Healthcare in Adult Populations Division at Duke University School of Nursing. She has more than 30 years of nursing experience including acute, critical care and emergency department experience. Before working at DUSON, Dr. Brennan-Cook served for 15 years as nursing faculty at Mount Saint Mary College, where she taught in the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. She has expertise in nursing education and gerontology. Dr. Brennan-Cook is a mentor for ABSN Health Equity Scholars and works closely with members of the Health Equity Academy. Current clinical and research interests include improving care for vulnerable populations such as frail older adults and patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms and sickle cell disease. Her teaching interests are related to mentoring students and cultivating equity in the classroom and clinical setting.

In Episode 23 of the 4NPs Podcast we interview Dr. Jill Brennan-Cook, one of our most favorite professors from our BSN days at MSMC. We enjoyed our conversation so much that we had to make it a 2-parter, so please enjoy Part 1! Dr. Brennan-Cook is an Assistant Professor in the ABSN program and a member of the Healthcare in Adult Populations Division at Duke University School of Nursing. She has more than 30 years of nursing experience including acute, critical care and emergency department experience. Before working at DUSON, Dr. Brennan-Cook served for 15 years as nursing faculty at Mount Saint Mary College, where she taught in the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. She has expertise in nursing education and gerontology. Dr. Brennan-Cook is a mentor for ABSN Health Equity Scholars and works closely with members of the Health Equity Academy. Current clinical and research interests include improving care for vulnerable populations such as frail older adults and patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms and sickle cell disease. Her teaching interests are related to mentoring students and cultivating equity in the classroom and clinical setting.   SHOW NOTES: GANPA: https://www.gapna.org/ National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence: https://www.nhcgne.org/

In Episode 22 of the 4NPs Podcast we talk to Lauren Knobeloch, emergency medicine NP and creator of NPsOfInsta - a place where NPs can network and encourange one another. Lauren has also recently published a book: "Pocket Passed: Nurse Practitioner," a book small enough to fit in your pocket that contains 1500 questions and answers NP students are sure to be asked during clinical rotations, and on the AANP/AANC Board Exams. She wrote it for NP students and new grad NPs, but it has proved to be a valuable resource for experienced NPs as well! We also spoke to Lauren about her journey through nursing, the importance of nurses supporting eachother, and how she has been an amazing advocate for her daughter. Listen now to learn more! Lauren's Book: https://pocketpimped.com/collections/pocket-passed/products/pocket-passed-nurse-practitioner NPsOfInsta: https://www.instagram.com/npsofinsta/ More information about Pediatric Unilateral Coronal Synostosis: https://www.childrens.com/specialties-services/conditions/unilateral-coronal-synostosis

In Episode 21 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Diane Volk — a Kidney transplant NP at Westchester Medical Center — about her 25 years as a flight nurse, the rewards of working with transplant patients, and the benefits of meditation in the medical field.

In Episode 20 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Alex Yacco. Alex graduated in 2019 with her FNP, and has been a urology nurse practitioner for a little over one year. She has been a nurse for 10 years, having worked in different settings including the operating room. She is an immigrant from Colombia who moved to this country when she was 16 years old. She is a proud mom to an amazing 2 year old and an amazing husky puppy. On this episode, Alex shares how she has been navigating her new role in urology and how she manages to work as a team with all of the providers and staff in her office.

In Episode 19 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Erica Dorn — Family Nurse Practitioner and Burnout Coach for NPs striving for a better work-life balance — about the rise of burnout in the pandemic, the NP's personal experience with burnout, and what Erica offers to NPs looking to take control of their lives and conquer burnout for good!   For more information: Erica can be found at https://www.ericadornnp.com/ Facebook: The Burned-out Nurse Practitioner Instagram: burnedoutnp

In Episode 18 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Stephen Ferrara — DNP, FNP-BC, FAAN, FAANP, Executive Director of the NPA of NY, Associate Dean at Colombia's School of Nursing and so much more — about the myriad benefits of getting invovled with your state Nurse Practitioner Association, current issues at hand in the New York NPA sphere, and Stephen's experience with mentorship as a "male nurse practitioner." SHOW NOTES: Stephen Ferrara, DNP, FNP-BC, FAAN, FAANP | Columbia School of Nursing NY NPA https://www.thenpa.org/ The Nurse Practitioner Association New York State: 12 Corporate Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065 Ph: (518) 348-0719 Fx: 518-348-0720   BLOG: The Nurse Practitioners View:  http://npview.blogspot.com SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK: I'm Just a Bill (Schoolhouse Rock!) - YouTube Nurse Practitioners Modernization Act: In 2015, New York State adopted the Nurse Practitioners Modernization Act to remove required written practice agreements between physicians and nurse practitioners (NPs) with at least 3,600 hours of practice experience. https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/s3056 The CARES Act permanently authorizes PAs (physician assistants) and nurse practitioners (NPs) to order home healthcare services for Medicare patients (in a manner consistent with state law). As healthcare facilities gird for an influx of COVID-19 patients, capacity will become a critical issue, and this authorization will ease some of that burden. https://www.aanp.org/news-feed/aanp-applauds-president-trump-on-signing-of-cares-act AANP and AAPA are supporting legislation to improve Medicare patients with diabetes access to therapeutic shoes. 2,3 The new bill Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act, S.800, would authorize NPs to certify their patients' need for therapeutic shoes.Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act This bill allows a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to fulfill documentation requirements for coverage, under Medicare, of special shoes for diabetic individuals. Under current law, such requirements may be satisfied only by a physician. https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/ Use this tool to send a message to legislatures in support of this bill.  Takes 2 minutes! https://www.aanp.org/advocacy/advocacy-center A nursing compact state is a state that has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) after passing legislation that accepts the Compact and incorporating the provisions into the state's Nurse Practice Act. The NLC is an agreement among member states to honor nurse licensure of other member states for registered and practical/vocational nurses. https://www.ncsbn.org/nurse-licensure-compact.htm  Nurse Practitioners are not included in NLC

In Episode 17 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Michele Persico — MSN, RN-BC, CCRN-CSC, and Director of Nursing Education & Professional Development at Northern Westchester Hospital — about the challenges (and rewards!) of her role as a nurse educator, the state of education for new nurses in the field, and her journey to finding a career she considers the "perfect marriage" of her two passions: nursing and teaching.

In Episode 16 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Beverly Lang — MScN, RN, ANP-BC, FAANP, Executive Director for the Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland (NPAM) and much more — about the importance of 'socialization' as an RN looking to become an NP, the many benefits of getting involved with your state's nursing association, current roadblocks the profession is facing and what organizations like hers are doing to push through them.   Notes: You can reach Beverly at NPAMExDir@npedu.com Mailing Office: 5372 Iron Pen Place Columbia, MD  21044 443-367-0277 (Office) 410-404-1747 (Mobile) Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland (npamonline.org) NPAM Email: NPAM@npedu.com Beverly is on Linkedin linkedin.com/in/beverly-lang-178a6082 Dental Sleep Solutions of Maryland, LLC - www.4abettersleep.com

In Episode 15 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Dr. Elaine Suderio-Tirone — DNP, FNP, pediatric hospitalist, college professor, preceptor, mentor to all 4 NPs and so much more — about how she finds the time to follow her many pursuits, the importance of humility in healthcare, and the value of understanding the "why" of everything you learn. Dr. Elaine Suderio-Tirone New York Aesthetics Consulting and Training 845-242-5514 New York Aesthetics Training.org   Courses offered: Basic Anatomy and Basic Botox Basic Fillers Combo Basic Botox and Fillers Advanced Injections

In Episode 14 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Wendy Wright — adult and family nurse practitioner, owner of two nurse practitioner owned and operated clinics and founder of the NH Chamber of Entrepreneurial Nurse Practitioners — about saying yes to new opportunities, the importance of finding a role you love, and "knowing what you know, and using your resources." https://www.4healtheducation.com Wendy Wright, DNP, on Diagnosing and Treating Dizziness and Vertigo | Primary Care (consultant360.com) Faculty – Fitzgerald Health Education Associates (fhea.com) Concord Nurse Practitioners - Wright & Associates Family Healthcare, PLLC (wrightfhc.com)

This is part two of a 2-part episode loaded with pearls: The 4NPs interview Maureen and Jess about NP education, the decision to return to school, things to consider when choosing a school, potential and opportunities with this education and licensing and challenges in NP education.

This is part one of a 2-part episode loaded with pearls: The 4NPs interview Maureen and Jess about NP education, the decision to return to school, things to consider when choosing a school, potential and opportunities with this education and licensing and challenges in NP education.

In Episode 11 of the 4NPs Podcast, the NPs discuss imposter syndrome — what it is, their experience with it and some of the tools you can use to move through it. Notes: How you can use impostor syndrome to your benefit | Mike Cannon-Brookes - YouTube New Nurse Practitioner Transition | YOU'RE NOT ALONE - YouTube Nurse Imposter Syndrome: Feeling Inadequate, Stupid, or Fake - YouTube What is imposter syndrome and how can you combat it? - Elizabeth Cox - YouTube The Surprising Solution to the Imposter Syndrome | Lou Solomon | TEDxCharlotte - YouTube

In Episode 10 of the 4NPs Podcast, we talk to Trish McPartland — a Nurse Practitioner who works in a busy GI practice — about precepting, contract negotiations, and "incident to" billing.

In Episode 9 of the 4NPs Podcast, we welcome Amber Tresca — IBD expert, medical writer, public speaker, patient advocate, and host of the About IBD podcast — to share her story as an Ulcerative Colitis patient, and provide us, as nurses and providers, insights on what to look for, what to listen for, standard course of care and how to best support and advocate for patients with IBD. 

In Episode 8 of the 4NPs Podcast, our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — discuss the importance of striving for a healthy work/life balance as you pursue your nursing journey.

In Episode 7 of the 4NPs Podcast, we hear stories, nuggets and clinical pearls from Linda Heckett Ruta, FNP, who has played a pivotal role in the lives of the 4NPs. In this interview, Linda teaches us a few things, and shares stories and expertise from her experiences in nursing and as a nurse practitioner.  She has been a nurse for over 45 years in Emergency Medcine, Urgent Care, Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, and is a natural educator who has literally "seen it all."  After you listen, you will surely love her as much as we do! Home - Medgeeks Website   Continuing Medical Education | Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University   Advanced EM Boot Camp - Center for Medical Education (ccme.org)   The NPA| The Nurse Practitioner Association New York State  

In Episode 6 of the 4NPs Podcast, we welcome Dr. Sandra Pagenta — nurse practitioner, urologic proceduralist, and the host of the Doctor Nurse Podcast — to discuss the value of moving into fear, knowing your worth as an NP, and "making nursing work for you."

In Episode 5 of the 4NPs Podcast, we welcome Kimberly Ottensmeyer, family nurse practitioner and host of The 5-Minute NP podcast, to share what she learned on her journey to good health, wellness, positive mindset, good sleep and longevity.

In Episode 4 of the 4NPs Podcast, our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — continue their discussion about the ins and outs of NP contracts, share tips on what to negotiate for, and talk about NP state licensing. 

In Episode 3 of the 4NPs Podcast, our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — discuss the difference between a CV and a resume, and share their experiences with what comes after getting your new nursing job.

In Episode 2 of the 4NPs Podcast, our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — provide their insights into the many career paths one can take after becoming a Nurse Practitioner, and share their experiences approaching the job market as an NP.

In Episode 1 of the 4NPs Podcast, our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — provide some knowledge on what being an NP actually means, share the resources they used to pick which board exam to take, and give insight into some of the best board exam study tools out there.   RESOURCES: Judge-Ellis, T. (T., & Wilson, T. R. (2017). Time and NP Practice: Naming, Claiming, and Explaining the Role of Nurse Practitioners. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 13(9), 583–589. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nurpra.2017.06.024  https://campaignforaction.org/resource/types-advanced-practice-registered-nurses/ AANP: https://www.aanp.org/all-about-nps/what-is-an-np/ ANCC https://www.nursingworld.org/ Fitzgerald https://www.fhea.com/index.aspx Liek: https://npreview.com/ Barkley: https://www.npcourses.com/ Board Vitals: https://www.boardvitals.com/ BSN vs ADN: https://nightingale.edu/blog/adn-vs-bsn-differences/ ANCC - Free test questions: https://www.nursingworld.org/certification/our-certifications/study-aids-ce/sample-test-questions/stq-fnp/ Brian Wallace PA-C podcast: https://www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/ NY BSN in 10 LAW: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2015/s2145/amendment/original  

In Episode 0 of the 4NPs Podcast, we meet our four Nurse Practitioner hosts — Christina, Colleen, Alicia and Oneida — and learn about the medical journeys that brought them to this podcast, and to each other.