CE Podcasts for Nurses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - A $150 Million Mistake Part 2  SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        In this episode, we dive into the largest malpractice case ever filed against a nurse practitioner. This story begins with a young family NP working alone in a rural, four bed emergency room, caring for a patient rushed in after a syncopal event and a subsequent head injury sustained in the ER. Lack of resources and ineffective protocol blocked proper care for this patient, leading to a catastrophic pulmonary embolism. We dive into the incongruence of court protections for NPs vs. MDs, and the detrimental implications of restrictive practice scopes. Explore the connections between healthcare deserts and poor patient outcomes, and where NPs fit into this complex puzzle. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - A $150 Million Mistake Part 1 SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        In this episode, we dive into the largest malpractice case ever filed against a nurse practitioner. This story begins with a young family NP working alone in a rural, four bed emergency room, caring for a patient rushed in after a syncopal event and a subsequent head injury sustained in the ER. Lack of resources and ineffective protocol blocked proper care for this patient, leading to a catastrophic pulmonary embolism. We dive into the incongruence of court protections for NPs vs. MDs, and the detrimental implications of restrictive practice scopes. Explore the connections between healthcare deserts and poor patient outcomes, and where NPs fit into this complex puzzle.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - A Fatal Fib SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        A series of inconclusive tests muddied the waters of a patient's heart health and ultimately resulted in a life-altering stroke. In this episode, Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, shares this tragic account of a patient "falling through the cracks" of the healthcare industry. Learn how you can use your power as an NP to support patients through each stage of life, and how to avoid negligence in your practice.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - Competence or Compromise SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        Did an FNP's decision lead to sepsis? Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she dissects a malpractice case that questions the line between a NP's role and a surgeon's. Was it a lapse in judgment or a scope of practice issue? We explore the murky waters of training, competence, and where the buck stops in healthcare.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - The 5th Vital Sign SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        A seemingly routine rehab stay turns tragic. A patient's abdominal pain is dismissed as a minor issue, but a missed diagnosis leads to a devastating complication. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she explores the case, raising questions about clinician's actions and the fight for a life lost.    ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - Failure to Diagnose SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        A young woman's routine checkup takes a devastating turn when a missed diagnosis leads to metastatic turmoil. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she dives into the malpractice case, exposing missed red flags and the importance of advocating for patients.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - Who's On First? SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        Lost in a labyrinth of white coats, his silent symptoms became twisted in “on-call” tangles. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for a true patient story that will leave you questioning where the ultimate responsibility truly lies.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice - A Friendly Favor SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice is a podcast series that explores the critical role of nursing scope of practice in ensuring patient safety and reducing malpractice claims. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the boundaries of nursing responsibilities, the consequences of exceeding or neglecting these boundaries, and actionable strategies to align practice with legal and ethical standards. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering accountability, transparency, and excellence in nursing care.        When a seemingly harmless act of kindness takes a dark turn, a dedicated APRN finds herself at the center of a malpractice lawsuit. From off-the-books treatments to misdiagnoses, we dive into the impact of one fateful decision. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for a cautionary tale that will leave you questioning where the line between compassion and professional responsibility truly lies.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Nursing Scope of Practice

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Benevolence's Bitter Bite SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      This case is a terrifying reminder that an NP can do everything right and things still may go wrong. Dr. Sally K. Miller recounts a story centered around a patient with a persistent and mysterious skin lesion. After a dizzying amount of appointments, referrals, biopsies, and inconclusive examinations spanning years, this case simply slipped through the cracks and ended in disaster. Here, listeners learn what should have been done differently and who truly is at fault in complex healthcare scenarios.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Worst Headache Ever SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      When the strong, silent, working-class man calls out of work sick—it's time to pay attention. This case details a story that starts with a simple headache and ends with a premature death due to a catastrophic aneurysm. While hindsight is 20/20 in instances like this, is the implicated healthcare team really to blame? This week, Dr. Sally K. Miller emphasizes the importance of trusting your gut as an NP, and why it's sometimes worth it to prepare for the worst.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Cleared to Play Part 2 SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      He was cleared to play during a mandatory sport physical, but a hidden heart condition slipped through the cracks. Join special guest Dr. Wendy L. Wright, expert witness, as tackles the devastating consequences of this medical error.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Cleared to Play Part 1  SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      He was cleared to play during a mandatory sport physical, but a hidden heart condition slipped through the cracks. Join special guest Dr. Wendy L. Wright, expert witness, as tackles the devastating consequences of this medical error.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Workplace Disaster  SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      An average day, until a routine milk run at work turned his world upside down. A painful injury, a raging infection, and suddenly the workplace becomes battleground for his life. Would a seemingly minor injury claim him, or could he fight his way back from the brink? Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for an actual patient story with an infectious outcome. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - The Invisible Storm SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      She felt a searing pain in her chest. Dismissed as stress or a GI issue. A family that wasn't prepared for the truth - a ticking time bomb in her heart, a missed diagnosis that would turn their world upside down. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for heartbreaking patient story. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - A Whooping Miss SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      A chronic cough. A missed diagnosis. This is more than a routine URI. One woman fights for her breath and for justice. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for true story with a curious finding.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Teenage Nightmare  SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      A rising college athlete, her future as bright as the stadium lights. A seemingly minor spot became a monster, devouring her health and dreams. Now, the once vibrant teenager is haunted by chilling memories of needles, machines, and an unfortunate missed diagnosis. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for gripping patient healthcare story.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Beware of the Anchor SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      The pain in his jaw is just TMJ, a stress-induced nuisance, right? But as the day goes on and night begins to fall, a misdiagnosis would leave a family shattered and a haunting question: what if the practitioner had done something different? Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for chilling patient case that will remind us all to beware of the ‘anchor'.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Hidden in Plain Sight  SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      Maybe it's just a headache, too much stress, just part of being an adult. But the truth lurked beneath, a silent predator in the labyrinth of his body. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as we uncover the human cost of medical mistakes.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses - Diagnosis Roulette SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnosis is a podcast series that explores the critical issue of missed or delayed diagnoses in healthcare, a leading cause of malpractice claims in outpatient settings. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the factors contributing to diagnostic errors and actionable strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and continuous improvement in patient care.      The charts lied, the tests deceived, but her body screamed the truth. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as we unravel the chilling tale of an APRN in the middle of a medical misdiagnosis. Buckle up, the stakes are high.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Missed Diagnoses

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps - Care in Chaos SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps is a podcast series that delves into the critical issue of medication errors in healthcare, a leading cause of preventable harm to patients. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the causes of medication errors, their consequences, and actionable strategies to prevent them. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement in medication management.     In a psychiatric emergency, every decision is crucial. In this sad case, a patient in metal health crisis lost his life under the care of a medical team—leading to a charge against the attending NP on the scene. We explore this rare instance in which following protocol to a tee isn't realistic or safe, and how providers must walk a fine line between acting from instinct and following the rules. Listen in for our hosts' expert takes on what could be done differently in these cases, and where fault truly lies.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps - Marked by MedicineSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps is a podcast series that delves into the critical issue of medication errors in healthcare, a leading cause of preventable harm to patients. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the causes of medication errors, their consequences, and actionable strategies to prevent them. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement in medication management.     When a routine prescription refill goes wrong, an FNP is slapped with a malpractice suit. This episode features a 20-year-old female patient permanently scarred by a seemingly “harmless” corticosteroid. We examine how dosing instructions can be open to interpretation, spelling out trouble for patients and providers. While no deaths occurred here, this case is a solemn reminder that going on “autopilot” as an NP can result in disaster.    ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps - QTastropheSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps is a podcast series that delves into the critical issue of medication errors in healthcare, a leading cause of preventable harm to patients. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the causes of medication errors, their consequences, and actionable strategies to prevent them. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement in medication management.     A young patient in detox suffers a fatal outcome after a routine medication. A malpractice lawsuit alleges a deadly drug interaction caused by a nurse practitioner's oversight. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she dives into the complicated case, questioning if the NP was truly at fault.    ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps - A Heart WrongedSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps is a podcast series that delves into the critical issue of medication errors in healthcare, a leading cause of preventable harm to patients. Through real-life malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the causes of medication errors, their consequences, and actionable strategies to prevent them. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement in medication management.     His life hung by a thread. The medication coursing through his veins, meant to help, was maybe instead a lethal invader? Now, the race against time starts, with each beat of his heart. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for shocking patient story that reminds us of the importance of best practices.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Medication Missteps

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - A Shocking TurnSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   She thought the worst was over. Confined to the sterile walls of the prison infirmary. But with each antibiotic, the infection seemed to recede. Cleared and deemed healthy, she returned to the normalcy of her cell. But the clock was ticking, and the fight for survival had just begun. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for shocking patient story with an unexpected twist. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Fatal Family FlawSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   This episode explores a case between a gynecological NP and a patient diagnosed with breast cancer. Who is at fault when a patient declines to speak about a sensitive subject? Is diagnosis possible when a patient refuses care besides treatment of acute conditions? We explore these hypotheticals and more during this episode highlighting the importance of women's cancer screenings, well-woman's visits, and family history disclosure.---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - The Ulcerated TruthSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   The aging process is wildly unpredictable. A person's health can go from pristine to poor in a matter of months, no matter the quality of medical care they receive. In this episode, we explore the complicated timeline of a woman who resided in multiple elder care homes before dying due to chronic infection. Learn about this sweeping lawsuit forged against multiple medical entities, and the importance of meticulous documentation and time-sensitive interventions. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - A Whole HandfulSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   What started as a complaint of hand pain in an elderly patient turned into a full-fledged malpractice suit against an NP. In this episode, we examine how ordering the “wrong” test can land a provider in hot water—even if it does not directly lead to a patient's death. Hear expert witness Sally K. Miller weigh in on whether wrongdoing was really committed, or if this is another case of excessive legal force used in the medical field. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Severed TrustSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   This episode proves how the arrogance of one healthcare provider can cause irreparable harm. Our case concerns a vascular surgeon vs. a diligent patient, and shines light on how “doing everything right” after suffering an injury may not be enough. Listen in for a candid discussion on the ways NPs can fill in the gaps of care between ailing individuals and the ‘high-level' medical professionals many people trust with their lives. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Plot TwistSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   A brief stay in a county correctional facility led to the sudden and mysterious death of a young inmate. While many questions around this fatality remain unanswered, solid documentation by attending nursing staff was a strong defense in court. In this episode, Dr. Sally K. Miller recounts her expert testimony from this emotionally charged case, including pushback from an unqualified consulting physician and uncertainty around a definitive cause of death. Listen in to learn how important the little details are when interacting with federal entities and patients in mental health crisis. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - The Art of the Chart Part 2SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   They say, "If you didn't chart it, it didn't happen." But how true is this medical motto? Host Jannah and expert witness Dr. Sally Miller discuss the implications of charting omission, and how the fine details of patient records can be used to sway juries. Tune in for a deep dive into the ways documentation can make or break medical malpractice cases. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - The Art of the Chart Part 1SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   They say, "If you didn't chart it, it didn't happen." But how true is this medical motto? Host Jannah and expert witness Dr. Sally Miller discuss the implications of charting omission, and how the fine details of patient records can be used to sway juries. Tune in for a deep dive into the ways documentation can make or break medical malpractice cases. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Spinal Shock Part 2SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   A seemingly routine case of back pain turns sinister. A young woman endures months of dismissal and dismissive treatments. Numbness creeps in, ignored by the one who should be her advocate. Finally, a shocking truth emerges, a hidden malignancy feeding on wasted time. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for this 2-part episode where she'll  peel away the layers of chilling consequences when a provider ignores the signs.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Spinal Shock Part 1SUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   A seemingly routine case of back pain turns sinister. A young woman endures months of dismissal and dismissive treatments. Numbness creeps in, ignored by the one who should be her advocate. Finally, a shocking truth emerges, a hidden malignancy feeding on wasted time. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, for this 2-part episode where she'll  peel away the layers of chilling consequences when a provider ignores the signs. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Scale FailSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   A seemingly healthy senior, a routine checkup, and a simple weigh-in takes a disastrous turn. But who's to blame? Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she dives into a surprising medical malpractice case involving a medical assistant and the practice. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - The Misread MarkSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   A simple vaginal lesion? Or is there more than meets the eye? Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as she exposes a tragic case of misdiagnosis and missed opportunities—and a stark reminder for thoroughness and vigilance in healthcare. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas - Every Minute MattersSUMMARY: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas is a podcast bundle that explores the critical role of documentation in healthcare and its impact on patient safety and malpractice claims. Through real-life stories of medical errors and malpractice cases, this series provides insights into the consequences of inadequate documentation and the steps needed to improve practices. Each episode serves as a cautionary tale and a guide to fostering a culture of accountability, empathy, and excellence in healthcare.   The clock ticks. Hope dwindles. When clinicians get it wrong, lives hang in the balance. Join Dr. Sally Miller, expert witness, as we explore a high stakes true story that will leave you asking how this happened.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Scrubs and Subpoenas: Documentation Dilemmas

The Role of the Nurse ScientistSUMMARY: Nurse scientists play a pivotal role in advancing healthcare through research, innovation, and evidence-based practice. As both clinicians and researchers, they drive improvements in patient outcomes and healthcare systems. Despite their critical contributions, the role of nurse scientists is often underrecognized. 'The Role of Nurse Scientists in Healthcare' explores how these professionals bridge the gap between clinical practice and scientific discovery, driving evidence-based improvements in patient care and healthcare systems. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: The Role of the Nurse Scientist

Positioned for Healing: Comprehensive Care in Prone PositioningSUMMARY: This episode explores prone positioning as a critical intervention for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and severe respiratory conditions such as COVID-19. With insights from an experienced critical care clinician and educator, the discussion covers the science, history, and practical application of this life-saving technique, including the development of safe implementation tools and protocols. Listeners will learn about the physiological benefits of prone positioning, key clinical indicators and contraindications, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovations that enhance patient and provider safety. This episode provides actionable knowledge for healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes, reduce complications, and integrate evidence-based practices into critical care settings. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Positioned for Healing: Comprehensive Care in Prone Positioning

Cannabis Legalization: Progress or Patchwork?SUMMARY: Cannabis Legalization: Progress or Patchwork' provides insights into the impact of legalization on clinical practice, patient education, and public health. Learn about the benefits and risks of cannabis use, legal and ethical considerations, and the evolving landscape of cannabis policies.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Cannabis Legalization: Progress or Patchwork?

Pulse Oximetry: What Impacts AccuracySUMMARY: Pulse oximetry is a standard tool in healthcare, yet research has revealed that its accuracy may be compromised in patients with darker skin tones. This segment reviews how pulse oximeters function, why light absorption is critical, and how skin pigmentation can interfere with readings. Listeners will gain insight into the clinical impact of occult hypoxemia, the historical oversight in device validation, and how these inaccuracies contribute to health disparities. Scientific findings and expert perspectives highlight the urgent need for awareness and reform.  Solutions to bias in pulse oximetry require collaboration between clinicians, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies. This segment presents practical strategies for healthcare professionals to identify and address inaccuracies in oxygen saturation readings. It also discusses advancements in device technology, the need for updated FDA oversight, and broader efforts to eliminate algorithmic bias in healthcare tools. Emphasis is placed on advocacy, inclusive design, and the role of providers in promoting equitable care.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Pulse Oximetry: What Impacts Accuracy

Stopping the Spread of Misleading InformationSUMMARY: This episode explores the growing impact of misinformation in healthcare and the vital role clinicians play in addressing it. Listeners will gain insights into how false claims, social media influence, and ethical challenges can impact patient care and outcomes. The discussion highlights strategies for identifying, communicating, and collaborating to counteract misleading information in both clinical settings and the broader public sphere.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Stopping the Spread of Misleading Information

This is Episode 2 of the series: School Nurse EmergenciesEpisode 1: Common Emergencies in School SettingsIn this episode, we focus on the most common emergencies that school nurses encounter, including asthma attacks, allergic reactions, injuries, and chronic conditions like diabetes and epilepsy. We'll explore their causes, initial response strategies, and best practices for management. This episode aims to help healthcare professionals understand how to effectively handle these frequent medical emergencies to improve preparedness and student safety in the school environment.Episode 2: Strategies and Collaboration in School EmergenciesIn the second episode of the series, we dive into advanced strategies for managing complex school emergencies. Emphasis is placed on the importance of collaboration between school nurses, teachers, staff, parents, and the broader healthcare community. We discuss the implementation of emergency action plans, the use of simulation training, and how nurses can advocate for better resources to enhance emergency preparedness. This episode aims to provide healthcare professionals with practical tools and insights to improve response coordination and emergency management in schools. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: School Nurse Emergencies

This is episode 1 of the series: School Nurse EmergenciesEpisode 1: Common Emergencies in School Settings In this episode, we focus on the most common emergencies that school nurses encounter, including asthma attacks, allergic reactions, injuries, and chronic conditions like diabetes and epilepsy. We'll explore their causes, initial response strategies, and best practices for management. This episode aims to help healthcare professionals understand how to effectively handle these frequent medical emergencies to improve preparedness and student safety in the school environment. Episode 2: Strategies and Collaboration in School Emergencies In the second episode of the series, we dive into advanced strategies for managing complex school emergencies. Emphasis is placed on the importance of collaboration between school nurses, teachers, staff, parents, and the broader healthcare community. We discuss the implementation of emergency action plans, the use of simulation training, and how nurses can advocate for better resources to enhance emergency preparedness. This episode aims to provide healthcare professionals with practical tools and insights to improve response coordination and emergency management in schools. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: School Nurse Emergencies

Caring for Long CovidSUMMARY: This episode explores the challenges of identifying and managing long COVID, a condition with a wide range of lingering symptoms that vary from person to person. Listeners will learn about the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, symptom tracking, and validating patient experiences. The discussion also highlights barriers to diagnosis, emerging research, and supportive strategies to improve quality of life. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Caring for Long Covid

The ERAS Protocol: Faster, Safer Surgical RecoverySUMMARY: This episode introduces listeners to the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol, exploring its origin, guiding principles, and the rationale behind its evidence-based practices. Listeners will gain an understanding of how ERAS differs from traditional surgical care pathways and the ways in which it improves patient outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in successful ERAS implementation. Building on foundational knowledge, this episode examines how ERAS principles are integrated across the perioperative continuum—from patient education and nutrition to multimodal analgesia and early mobilization. Real-world examples from clinical settings will illustrate how nurses and other healthcare providers can implement ERAS strategies to reduce complications, shorten hospital stays, and improve patient satisfaction.   ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: The ERAS Protocol: Faster, Safer Surgical Recovery

This is a special one-episode podcast: Holistic Approaches in Palliative CareSUMMARY: This episode explores the foundational elements of holistic palliative care, emphasizing the importance of addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs in patient care. Healthcare professionals will gain insight into assessing holistic needs, using non-pharmacological methods for pain management, and incorporating complementary therapies into care plans.This episode focuses on the emotional, psychological, nutritional, and spiritual aspects of holistic palliative care. Listeners will gain insight into how healthcare teams can support patients and families through diverse interventions, foster meaningful connections, and address challenges in implementing holistic care practices.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Holistic Approaches in Palliative Care

This is episode 2 of the series: Trauma Informed Care: Healing through UnderstandingEpisode 1: Foundations of Trauma-Informed CareTrauma-informed care is essential in healthcare as it recognizes how trauma impacts patients' physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. In this first episode, listeners are introduced to the foundational principles of trauma-informed care, including safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, and cultural humility. Through discussion and real-world examples, healthcare professionals will gain insight into how trauma shapes patient experiences and how providers can shift their approach to create safe, supportive, and responsive care environments.Episode 2: Applying Trauma-Informed Care in PracticeBuilding on the foundational concepts introduced in Episode 1, this episode focuses on practical strategies for implementing trauma-informed care across healthcare settings. Listeners will explore the roles of policy, environment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technology in delivering trauma-sensitive care. The episode also addresses common barriers such as staff burnout and cultural misunderstandings, and provides actionable solutions to help professionals integrate trauma-informed practices in ways that are sustainable, inclusive, and patient-centered. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Trauma Informed Care: Healing through Understanding

This is episode 1 of the series: Trauma Informed Care: Healing through UnderstandingEpisode 1: Foundations of Trauma-Informed CareTrauma-informed care is essential in healthcare as it recognizes how trauma impacts patients' physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. In this first episode, listeners are introduced to the foundational principles of trauma-informed care, including safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, and cultural humility. Through discussion and real-world examples, healthcare professionals will gain insight into how trauma shapes patient experiences and how providers can shift their approach to create safe, supportive, and responsive care environments.Episode 2: Applying Trauma-Informed Care in PracticeBuilding on the foundational concepts introduced in Episode 1, this episode focuses on practical strategies for implementing trauma-informed care across healthcare settings. Listeners will explore the roles of policy, environment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technology in delivering trauma-sensitive care. The episode also addresses common barriers such as staff burnout and cultural misunderstandings, and provides actionable solutions to help professionals integrate trauma-informed practices in ways that are sustainable, inclusive, and patient-centered. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Trauma Informed Care: Healing through Understanding

This is episode 2 of the series: Living with Lyme: Diagnosis, Treatment, and HealingEPISODE 1: Understanding and Diagnosing Lyme DiseaseLyme disease is a complex condition that can mimic many other illnesses, making accurate diagnosis difficult. This episode explores the stages of the disease, challenges in testing, and the importance of clinical judgment. Listeners will learn how to identify key symptoms, evaluate risk factors, and navigate diagnostic uncertainty to better support patient outcomes.EPISODE 2: Treatment Strategies and Support for Lyme Disease Effective treatment for Lyme disease requires a personalized, integrative approach that goes beyond antibiotics. This episode discusses complementary therapies, long-term symptom management, and the emotional toll of chronic illness. Listeners will gain strategies to manage side effects, support patient resilience, and incorporate holistic care practices in clinical settings. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Living with Lyme: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Healing

This is episode 1 of the series: Living with Lyme: Diagnosis, Treatment, and HealingEPISODE 1: Understanding and Diagnosing Lyme DiseaseLyme disease is a complex condition that can mimic many other illnesses, making accurate diagnosis difficult. This episode explores the stages of the disease, challenges in testing, and the importance of clinical judgment. Listeners will learn how to identify key symptoms, evaluate risk factors, and navigate diagnostic uncertainty to better support patient outcomes.EPISODE 2: Treatment Strategies and Support for Lyme Disease Effective treatment for Lyme disease requires a personalized, integrative approach that goes beyond antibiotics. This episode discusses complementary therapies, long-term symptom management, and the emotional toll of chronic illness. Listeners will gain strategies to manage side effects, support patient resilience, and incorporate holistic care practices in clinical settings. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Living with Lyme: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Healing

This is a special one-episode podcast: Nursing Reimbursement: The history and potential futureSUMMARY: In this podcast episode, the evolution of nursing reimbursement is explored, focusing on the historical context and the challenges faced by nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in achieving equitable pay. The discussion highlights the role of Medicare and Medicaid in transforming healthcare reimbursement models, the bundling of nursing services into hospital costs, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in the area of telehealth. The episode emphasizes the importance of nursing advocacy and value-based payment models, pointing to the future of nursing reimbursement and the need for policy reforms to better recognize the contributions of nurses and APRNs to patient care and healthcare access.  ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Nursing Reimbursement: The history and potential future