Plugged In To Nursing

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.    Episode 35: Pediatric Nursing: Care that's “Just for Kids” Summary:In November's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Alli Overfield, RN, clinical nurse educator, discuss the pediatric service line at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn why compassion, family-centered care, and advocacy are essential traits for all nurses, but how these traits are especially highlighted through pediatric care. Alli reminds us pediatric nursing is not just caring for small adults; pediatric nursing requires age-appropriate knowledge, strong communication within the family dynamic, and a passion for helping our youngest patients. Speakers:Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Alli Overfield, RN, CPHON Clinical Nurse Educator Show Notes:www.nortonchildrens.com www.nortonhealthcare.com/shadow   ‘SNAP' is the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program ‘PALS' is Pediatric Advanced Life Support ‘NRP' is the Neonatal Resuscitation Program    About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing PracticeNorton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org       Audio Editing and Production:  www.unmuteaudio.com 

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. Title: Emergency Services- Nursing Care From Triage to Disposition Summary:In September's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Katie Geary, RN, clinical nurse educator, discuss the emergency services service line at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn why critical thinking, prioritization, and compassion are essential traits for emergency services nurses. As Katie shares, while the emergency department can be high stress, we have many processes in place to ensure optimal outcomes and the best care for our patients. Speakers:Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Katie Geary, RN, CEN Clinical Nurse Educator   Show Notes: ‘Order sets' are medical orders approved by licensed providers to organize and enhance patient care ‘BLS' is Basic Life Support ‘ALS' is Advanced Life Support ‘PALS' is Pediatric Advanced Life Support ‘SHA' is the Student Healthcare Assistant role ‘SNAP' is the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing PracticeNorton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org     Podcast Editing and Production:  www.UnmuteAudio.com

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. Title: The Bells & Whistles of Critical Care Summary:In July's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Katie Kruer, RN, clinical nurse educator, discuss the critical care service line at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn why flexibility, critical thinking, and team work are essential traits for critical care nurses. As Katie shares, the bells and whistles of critical care are not to overwhelm, but to help our nurses shine in providing exceptional care to our sickest patients. Speakers:Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Katie Kruer, MS, BSN, CCRN Clinical Nurse Educator Helpfule Notes:TOR-RBST is Toronto Bedside Swallowing Screening Test CRRT is continuous renal replacement therapy   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org     Audio Editing and Production:  www.unmuteaudio.com 

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. Episode 36 Title: Caring For All Patients: Care Continuum and Care Management at Norton Healthcare Summary: In June's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Cristina Proffitt, RN, system director of Care Continuum and Care Management, discuss patient care management at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn how the team supports resource needs for a patient's admission, a safe discharge, and next step planning. As Cristina shares, care management is a great career pathway for nurses, as it highlights the importance of an individualized care plan for all patients across the Norton Healthcare system. Speakers:Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital Cristina Proffitt, RN System Director, Care Continuum and Care Management Show Notes:‘Clark' is Norton Clark Memorial Hospital ‘Scott' is Norton Scott Hospital ‘Auth Management' is Authorization Management ‘CMS' is Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ‘HRIP' is Hospital Rate Improvement Program LHC: www.lhcgroup.com ‘EPIC' is Norton Healthcare's electronic medical documentation system   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practicecis responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org     Audio Editing and Production:  www.unmuteaudio.com 

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   Episode 35: The Orchestra of Surgical Nursing Care Summary: In May's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Jessica Massouda, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPAN, CNOR, system nurse educator, discuss Surgical Services and the nurse's impact through its many phases of care. Jessica's description highlights the orchestra of teamwork and collaboration for successful surgeries. Listen to learn why being organized, having strong communication skills, and leading with compassion are essential traits for surgical nurses. Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital Jessica Massouda, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPAN, CNOR System Nurse Educator   Show Notes: ‘UofL' is University of Louisville ‘PACU' is post anesthesia care unit ‘PCA' is patient care assistant ‘CCRN' is Critical Care Registered Nurse ‘EP Lab' is Electrophysiology Lab ‘ERAS' is enhanced recovery after surgery ‘SCIP' is surgical care improvement project Job shadow interest, https://nortonhealthcare.com/careers/students-in-healthcare/job-shadowing/ Email address: Jessica.Massouda@nortonhealthcare.org   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing PracticeNorton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org     Audio Editing and Production:  www.unmuteaudio.com 

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   Title: Guided by Faith and Committed to Serve: Faith & Health Ministries Summary: In April's episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Stacy Cohen, RN, director, discuss Faith & Health Ministries at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn why care is at the essence of this team and how community health nursing, assistance, resources, and education are delivered to those we serve. As Stacy shares, our faith-based heritage drives collaboration with congregations and our community, weaving faith and health together. Speakers: Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Stacy Cohen, RN Director, Faith & Health Ministries Helpful Show Notes:Faith Leaders Conference- November, 2024 at The Olmstead in Louisville, Kentucky ‘NNI' is Norton Neuroscience Institute ‘NCI' is Norton Cancer Institute Inaugural Health Fair- Scottsburg, Indiana with Norton Scott Hospital Phone: 502.629.2700 mail: fhm@nortonhealthcare.org Website: https://nortonhealthcare.com/about-us/community-outreach/faith-and-health-ministries/   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing PracticeNorton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org     Audio Editing and Production:  www.unmuteaudio.com

Title: Obstetric Nursing: Delivering Care for Mom and Baby Summary:In March's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN, and Brittany McCarty, clinical nurse educator, discuss the obstetric service line and how all aspects of nursing care are incorporated. Listen to learn why critical thinking, flexibility, and emotional adaptability are essential skills for nurses taking care of moms and babies. Too, hear Brittany share the cutting edge virtual reality technology being customized for obstetric education to improve safe nursing care and positive delivery outcomes at Norton Healthcare.   Speakers:Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Brittany McCarty, MSN, RNC-MNN Clinical Nurse Educator   Show Notes: ‘TLC' is The Learning Channel ‘A Baby Story' is a television show on TLC, part of the Discovery Channel ‘EPIC' is Norton Healthcare's electronic medical record ‘S.T.A.B.L.E.' is a neonatal education program for Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood pressure, Lab work, and Emotional support ‘HealthStream' is a workforce learning platform ‘NRP' is the Neonatal Resuscitation Program ‘ALS' is Advanced Life Support Certification ‘BLS' is Basic Life Support ‘EST' is Norton Healthcare's Essential Staff Training ‘AWHONN' is the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses ‘The Foundation' is the Norton Healthcare Foundation   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing PracticeNorton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. Title: Serving All, Norton Healthcare Medical Librarians Summary: Did you know Norton Healthcare has its own medical librarians, medical journal, and archivist? In February's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN, Beth Johnson, system medical librarian, and Cece Railey, system medical librarian, discuss the many educational resources Norton Healthcare offers through its medical librarian team. Learn whom the librarians support, expectations when literature requests are placed, and how to connect with resources in-personand virtually. As Cece shares, the role of a librarian is similar to the work of an investigator; our librarians are here to help us gather information so we can provide the best care to all those we serve! Speakers: Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Beth Johnson, MSLS, MSET System Medical Librarian Cece Railey, MSLS, AHIP-D, MPH  System Medical Librarian   Helpful Show Notes: ‘VML' is Norton Healthcare's Virtual Medical Library ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's intranet ‘Epic' is Norton Healthcare's internal electronic medical record platform PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ CINAHL: https://www.ebsco.com/products/research-databases/cinahl-database ClinicalKey: https://www.clinicalkey.com/#!/ Medline: https://medlineplus.gov/ UptoDate: https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/solutions/uptodate DynaMed: https://www.dynamed.com/ ‘PDR' is the Physician's Desk Reference: https://www.pdr.net/ library@nortonhealthcare.org ‘RSV' is respiratory syncytial virus Shirley.Harmon@nortonhealthcare.org   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Episode 31: Inpatient Specialty Nursing: The Foundation of Nursing Care Summary:In January's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Varese Howard, RN, system nurse educator, discuss the Inpatient Specialty service line at Norton Healthcare and its foundational roots for nursing care. Listen to learn about the many sub-specialties within the service line and which Norton Healthcare facilities feature these specialties. Varese discusses why focused orientation, communication, time-management, and genuine care are integral hallmarks of the Inpatient Specialty service line. Speakers:Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital Varese Howard, MSN, RN System Nurse Educator Show Notes:‘Institute for Nursing' is now the ‘Institute for Education and Development' ‘LMS' is Norton Healthcare's Learning Management System ‘Epic' is Norton Healthcare's internal electronic medical record platform

Norton Healthcare's Plugged In to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   Episode 30: Ethical Advocacy in Healthcare   Summary: In November's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Oliva Schuman, clinical ethicist, discuss ethical dilemmas of health care and the available resources for care givers and patients. Learn how ethics consultants analyze challenging cases and use a variety of resources to support holistic patient care. Moral dilemmas, or a possible unsure diagnosis and treatment plan, our ethics team advocates for all patients we serve at Norton Healthcare.     Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital   Olivia Schuman Clinical Ethicist   Helpful Notes: ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee information platform. ‘Epic' is Norton Healthcare's internal electronic medical record platform. ‘Vocera' is Norton Healthcare's internal voice activated platform. The Ethics Symposium at Norton Healthcare is February 2024     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Pastoral Care: Integrating an Attitude of Curiosity to Meet Those in Need   Summary: In October's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Kelley Woggon, director, discuss pastoral care at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn how the pastoral care team integrates an attitude of curiosity in assessing and meeting the needs of others, human to human. Whether it be religious or spiritual needs, or connecting others to resources, the pastoral care team is here to serve patients, families, and staff at Norton Healthcare.   Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital   Kelley Woggon Director, Pastoral Care   Helpful Show Notes: ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee information platform ‘Epic' is Norton Healthcare's internal electronic medical record platform ‘Vocera' is Norton Healthcare's internal voice activated platform     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

This Episode:  SHAring is Caring: Student Healthcare Assistants at Norton Healthcare Summary: In September's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, hear Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Megan Currie, RN, discuss the Student Healthcare Assistant (SHA) role at Norton Healthcare. Listen to learn more about how this new student employment opportunity is impacting readiness for practice exposure and experience, supporting patient care needs, all while offering students a flexible work option during their college health care program. Speakers: Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Megan Currie, RN Norton Women's and Children's Hospital   Helpful Links: www.nortonhealthcarecareers.com ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee platform SHA@nortonhealthcare.org PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Title: Culture of Clinical Safety: Preventing Workplace Violence   Launch: Monday, August 14th   Summary:  In August's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Kaycee Nickell, RN, system director, discuss workplace violence and the strategies Norton Healthcare is taking to manage its occurrence. We believe proactive responses are aligned with prevention, listen to learn more about current statistics, tips for individual safety, and available resources to keep you aware and informed. If you love this episode, check out another episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Workplace Safety, with Joe Magana, system director with our security, safety and emergency preparedness team.   Speakers: Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Kaycee Nickell, RN System Director   Show Notes: www.osha.gov www.aonl.org www.nursingworld.org ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee platform ‘LMS' is Norton Healthcare's Learning Management System Kaycee.Nickell@nortonhealthcare.org PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode:  Heel, Dog, Heal   The ‘dog days of summer' are here! In July's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN, and Matthew Eddleman, chaplain, discuss the Heel, Dog, Heal Program at Norton Healthcare. Learn what a typical day looks like for our facility dogs, including Henry, and how the program supports our patients and staff across the organization and within our community.   Speakers: Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Matthew Eddleman Chaplain, Norton Audubon Hospital Henry Facility Dog, Norton Audubon Hospital   ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee platform Bonfire.com, search ‘Heel, Dog, Heal' www.heeldogheal.itemorder.com   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.     Today's Episode: Spring into Learning with the Center for Professional Growth   Summary: Spring is a time of new growth. In this month's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN, and Anne Darku, senior learning and development specialist, discuss professional growth. As Anne highlights, utilization of the leader competencies, harnessing your strengths, and high emotional intelligence are all key aspects in taking the next step to cultivate your own professional growth.    Speakers: Adriana Barnes Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Anne Darku Senior Learning and Development Specialist, Center for Professional Growth     'Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee platform To connect with Norton Healthcare's Center for Professional Growth team, email learningatwork@nortonhealthcare.org     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Representation Matters: Supporting EIB at Norton Healthcare   Summary: April is National Minority Health Month! In the April episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Jazzma Moore, program manager, discuss our Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB) team at Norton Healthcare. As we strive to create an environment where each individual is celebrated, Jazzma highlights psychological safety, intersectionality, and diversity of thought as important aspects of our inclusive culture.   Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital   Jazzma Moore Program Manager, Equity Inclusion and Belonging   Show notes: ‘Nsite' is Norton Healthcare's internal employee platform To connect with Norton Healthcare's EIB team, email inclusion@nortonhealthcare.org     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode: Back to Baseline: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)   Summary: Getting back to baseline is an important part of the post-operative recovery process. In this month's episode of Plugged In to Nursing listen to Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Amanda Murray, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, director with Clinical Effectiveness, discuss enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) and why mobility is key to better patient outcomes. As Amanda shares, it's all about “education and empowerment!”   Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital   Amanda Murray, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN Director, Clinical Effectiveness     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.     This Episode: Lightening the Load of Nursing Documentation   Summary: Nursing documentation is integral to positive patient outcomes and interdisciplinary teamwork, but documentation does take time. In this month's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Kristen McCoy Dietrich, nurse at Norton Healthcare, and Danette Culver, director of Clinical Effectiveness, discuss what Norton Healthcare is doing to help nurses improve efficiency of patient care by Lightening the Load of Nursing Documentation.   Speakers Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital   Danette Culver MSN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN-K, RN-BC Director, Clinical Effectiveness   Show Notes: American Nursing Informatics Association- The Six Domains of Burden: A Conceptual Framework to Address the Burden of Documentation in the Electronic Health Record ehrBurdenPosition.pdf (ania.org)     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Summary: 2023 is off to a healthy start! In this month's episode of Plugged In to Nursing, listen to Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, nurse at Norton Healthcare, Allison Ledford, senior director of Prevention and Wellness, and Amy Lazarewicz, director of Prevention and Wellness discuss the exciting changes to the Norton Healthcare N Good Health program for 2023. As you'll hear, it's all about choices and individualization to promote your own health and wellness!   Speakers: Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Allison Ledford, MBA, MS Senior Director, Prevention and Wellness   Amy Lazarewicz, MS, RN Director, Prevention and Wellness   Show Notes: NGoodHealth.com Free app download- Navigate Heel, Dog, Heal Facility Dog Program https://nortonhealthcare.com/facility-dog-program/     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode: Get Bundled Up- Infection Prevention Bundles   Summary: Bundling up doesn't always imply weather or babies, sometimes it's aligned with patient safety. In this episode, nurse, Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, and system nurse educator, Margaret Brennesholtz, discuss infection prevention bundles. Margaret reviews five infection prevention bundles utilized at Norton Healthcare to promote safe patient care. Learn about each bundle and why all component of the bundle are integral to optimizing patient outcomes. As Margaret shares, “the sum is greater than its parts.”   Speakers Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital   Margaret Brennesholtz, MSN, RN, CEN Interim System Nurse Educator Norton Healthcare Center for System Nursing and Ancillary Education   Link: https://www.cdc.gov/nhsn/index.html     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode: Information is Infectious- Norton Infectious Diseases Institute Summary: Information is infectious, absolutely! Listen to nurse, Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, discuss with executive director, Ruth Carrico, the new Norton Infectious Diseases Institute (NIDI). Not only are there four Centers comprising NIDI, but Norton Healthcare now has its very own medical journal for information dissemination led by this team, too. Throughout this episode, you'll hear the many ways Norton Healthcare is investing in population health through NIDI, elevating Norton Healthcare into a research and evidence-based practice powerhouse. Speakers Adriana Barnes-Clizbe, RN Norton Brownsboro Hospital Ruth Carrico, PhD, DNP, APRN, CIC, FSHEA, FNAP, FAAN Executive Director Norton Infectious Diseases Institute https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/infectious-disease/ About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

This Episode: Nursing Practice in a SNAP- Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program   Summary: Have you heard about SNAP, Norton Healthcare's Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program? If not, you're missing out, especially if you're a student nurse. Listen to Alli Overfield, RN, and Kirsten McCoy, RN, discuss their experience in SNAP and the many benefits gained from being part of the program. As Kirsten shares in the episode, “SNAP can be what you want it to be,” and it's so true. If you're a student nurse, nursing faculty, or nurse leader, take some time and listen to Nursing Practice in a SNAP- Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program!   NortonHealthcare.com/SNAP   Connect with SNAP at SNAP@nortonhealthcare.org       About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode: The BENEFIT of Norton Healthcare Employment   Summary: At Norton Healthcare, we appreciate our employees and the associated coverages needed to provide health peace of mind. In this episode of ‘Plugged In to Nursing,' listen to host Kirsten McCoy, RN, discuss the true benefits of being a Norton Healthcare employee with Leslie Martin, manager, Benefits. Employee feedback is a crucial part of the process in offering over 30 benefit options. In this episode, Leslie reviews the enrollment process, parental leave, working status, family dynamics, and more; and yet the best part is, if all this seems overwhelming, her team is available to meet for an individualized education review!   Contact Numbers: Phone- 502.629-BENE(2363) Text- 502.236.9478     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode - Available When You Need Care: Telehealth and Norton eCare Services   Episode Summary In this episode, Alli Overfield, RN, discusses Norton Healthcare's telehealth and eCare services with Rachel Alexander, APRN, manager, Telehealth. As shared in this episode, safety first is our priority; therefore, providing safe and convenient healthcare services aligns with our mission. Listen to Rachel discuss the differences between telehealth and eCare services, common conditions evaluated, the impact of convenient care, and how we continue to set the standard for quality care options. If you're a student, work night shift, or just need care to fit in your schedule, listen to Available When You Need Care: Telehealth and eCare Services. Norton Healthcare eCare- https://nortonhealthcare.com/patient-resources/mynortonchart/norton-ecare/ MyNortonChart- https://nortonhealthcare.com/patient-resources/mynortonchart/ About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode - Workforce Development Episode Summary In this episode, Alli Overfield, RN, discusses career support with Workforce Development's director, Donnie Humphrey, RN. For nearly 20 years, Norton Healthcare's Workforce Development department has provided growth opportunities through numerous avenues. We can all agree, education, plus experience, provides a solid foundation for workforce readiness. Listen to the types of support offered to you as a student, or you as an employee, related to career coaching and financial assistance, all while keeping your career goals in mind. At Norton Healthcare, we invest in you!   Resources: MyNortonScholar.com NortonHealthcareCareers.com WorkforceDevelopment@nortonhealthcare.org   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

We Are Family: Norton Healthcare Alumni Network Episode Summary In this episode, Alli Overfield, RN, discusses the Norton Healthcare Alumni Network with Employee Experience team members Jason Coffey, RN, Director, and Emily Abner, Program Coordinator. The Norton Healthcare Alumni Program is a newer program supporting our goal of ‘Staying in the Norton Healthcare Family.' Whether you've decided to leave for a short period of time or retire for a while, the Norton Healthcare Alumni Program is great way to keep you connected to the organization. As Jason shares in this episode, “You're always part of the Norton Healthcare family, from your first day, to your last day, and beyond.” Interested in staying connected or returning to employment, explore the resources available to you through the Norton Healthcare Alumni Network! About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode – Workplace Safety   Episode Summary In this episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Joe Magana, System Director of Security, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness, discusses how Norton Healthcare works to promote situational and environmental awareness for its employees, patients, and our guests. Joe also reviews how employees can increase their own awareness through three Norton Healthcare training offerings. As Joe shares in this episode, “we are in the business of safety.” In support of National Workplace Violence Prevention Month, increase your own safety awareness by listening to ‘Workplace Safety” on your preferred podcast app.     For the Norton Healthcare security resource page, please visit Nsite> in the search box type “Security”> Security page; for Norton Healthcare security trainings, please visit Nsite> Employee Resources> LMS> in the search box type “Safe Crisis Management”     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode - Covid-19; Where We Are Now   Episode Summary In this episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Julia Frith, DNP, RN, CIC, Manager, Infection Prevention, Quality Management discusses where we are as an organization in 2022. For incoming nurses, it is important to know basic resources for patients and family members, as well as the fundamental principles for source control and resource accessibility. The last few years have provided many layers of communication; take this opportunity to hear the highlights on how to promote physical wellness of self and wellness within the community we serve. CDC website- www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/ Norton Healthcare Vaccine and Testing- www.nortonhealthcare.com    Norton Healthcare Nsite- Employee homepage, COVID-19 Coronavirus box Data, December 2021   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode - Stroke Episode Summary In this episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Lynn Hundley, Director of Stroke Care at Norton Healthcare, discusses pathophysiology, treatment, and overall care for stroke patients. She shares her immediate gratification received when caring for stroke patients and how the advancement in effective care has moved stroke from the 3rd leading cause of death, to the 5th leading cause of death, with 80% of strokes being preventable through managing risk factors. Support February's American Heart Month, focusing on cardiovascular health through stroke prevention, hypertension, and heart disease awareness.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

This Episode - Play with a Purpose: Child & Family Life Specialists   Episode Summary In this episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Heather Stohr, Manager of Child & Family Life at Norton Healthcare, discusses the amazing services offered through our Child & Family Life Specialists. She reveals the educational requirements to become a Child & Family Life Specialist, the amount of facility resources and offerings throughout Norton Healthcare, and how our four-legged friends in the Heel, Dog, Heal program also use play therapy to support patient and employee well-being.   Heel, Dog, Heal Program Facility Dog Program | Norton Healthcare Louisville, Ky.     Content note: When the speaker refers to ‘Epic,' it is the electronic medical record documentation platform used at Norton Healthcare. When the speaker refers to ‘Vocera,' it is the voice activated badge system used at Norton Healthcare.     About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode - Volunteer and Give Back through the Foundations Norton Healthcare's mission is to provide quality health care to all those we serve, in a manner that responds to the needs of our communities and honors our faith heritage. In this episode of Plugged In to Nursing, Jennifer Metro and Scarlett Hartlage discuss the purpose of the Foundations, the Norton Healthcare Foundation and the Norton Children's Foundation. They share the many opportunities to volunteer and why giving back to our community through service is a way to support our organization's mission.   Links from Today's Episode: Volunteer | Norton Healthcare Louisville, Ky. Teen Volunteers | Norton Healthcare Louisville, Ky. Norton Healthcare Foundation | Louisville, Ky. Ways to Help | Norton Healthcare Louisville, Ky. About Norton Children's Hospital Foundation | Norton Children's Louisville, Ky. Foundation | Norton Children's Louisville, Ky. Ways to Help | Norton Children's Louisville, Ky. Connect with the Foundations Call: 502-629-8060 Email: Foundations@nortonhealthcare.org Content note: In today's episode, Scarlett Hartladge mentions “teen board tonight,” please note the referenced date is Thursday, September 23, 2021.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode - Be Sepsis Aware September is Sepsis Awareness Month, a time to educate health care professionals and the public about this life-threatening condition. Sepsis occurs when the body's response to an infection damages its own tissues. Almost any infection, including COVID-19, can lead to sepsis. In the latest “Plugged In to Nursing” podcast episode, Danette Culver, director, Clinical Effectiveness, and system lead for sepsis at Norton Healthcare, explains what sepsis is, why it is important for nurses to understand it and the amazing work Norton Healthcare is doing to help patients survive sepsis. Content Note: The speaker acknowledges a correction regarding Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS): respiratory rate >20 is considered abnormal and a positive SIRS criteria.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode:  50 Years of Service!   In this episode, host Allison Overfield, R.N., talks with Mary Ellen Genardi, R.N., system nurse educator, Norton Healthcare Center for Nursing Practice, about the past 50 years of nursing practice and Mary Ellen's evolution as a nurse. Mary Ellen shares some of her fondest experiences, historical perspectives and what shaped her career.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing.   This Episode:  Together, We Will! In this episode, our host Alli Overfield, RN, talks with Stevie Didat from Norton Healthcare's Talent Acquisition team! Learn more about careers with Norton Healthcare at www.nortonhealthcarecareers.com   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode:  Celebrate the Profession of Nursing In this episode, our host Alli Overfield, RN, talks with Erik Martin, DNP, RN, CENP, Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, at Norton Children's Hospital. In their conversation, Alli and Dr. Martin discuss what is professional growth and the many opportunities for nursing professional growth, at the bedside or in a traditional academic setting. They also highlight the value of staying up-to-date on best practices, certifications, and professional organization involvement. Not only do they celebrate nurses, but they recognize the many disciplines working together to provide our patients quality, safe care.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact Information:  PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

In this episode, host Nick Smart, R.N., Norton Audubon Hospital, speaks with Sarah Wallace, RRT, respiratory therapist, Norton Audubon Hospital, about the collaborative team approach in providing excellent patient care. Sarah discusses point-of-care services offered by respiratory therapists, their education and credentials, and how they play an active role in respiratory management throughout the acute care setting. The episode covers how respiratory therapists worked with their nursing “friends in blue” – referring to the galaxy blue scrubs all Norton Healthcare nurses wear to identify their role -- to face intensified respiratory challenges while providing care for COVID-19 patients, and how the pandemic strengthened collaboration between the two disciplines.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be.   Want to know more about Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice or the topic of this episode?  Contact us by e-mail at:   PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. This Episode: Substance Use: Providing Optimal Care In this episode, our hosts Alli Overfield and Nick Smart talk with Matt LaRocco who is the Harm Reduction Manager leading the Harm Reduction Program at Norton Hospital.  Marginalized populations such as those who engage is substance use or misuse, may bring with them a unique set of circumstances or experiences that can require a thoughtful approach from those who deliver care.  Matt talks in depth about considerations related to providing excellent care to all patients, and the unique and successful approach adopted by Norton Hospital through its Harm Reduction Program.   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Want to know more about Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice or the topic of this episode?  Contact us by e-mail at:   PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Norton Healthcare's Plugged in to Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of nursing. In this Episode: In this episode, our host Nick Smart talks with Dr. Kim Tharp-Barrie on the topic of resiliency.  Nick and Dr. Tharp-Barrie discuss the Norton Way for Self-Care and highlight organizational resources to support the development of resiliency in these challenging time for nurses. In addition to talking in general about the importance of self-care for nurses, Nick and Kim touch upon a variety of useful topics: Learn about a new resource for nurse resiliency, the resiliency learning module located on Nsite, Hear them explain the Resiliency tool, a self-assessment of burnout for nurses Explore the importance of personal values and how the Value analysis process can help Reinforce the connection between professional behavior and core values Learn about the Wellness Wheel, a tool that helps nurses assess a comprehensive view of overall health and well-being Explore the development of wisdom and how new nurses can benefit from advice from experienced mentors Consider “who loves you into being,” a reflection on who inspires you to keep learning and growing   About Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice Norton Healthcare's Center for Nursing Practice is responsible for readying student nurses for practice and transitioning new graduate nurses into practice.  Our team is committed to serving the profession of nursing, meeting people where they are and taking them to where they want to be. Contact: PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org  

Plugged In To Nursing is the podcast that celebrates and informs the profession of Nursing. PluggedN to Nursing is a podcast led by nurses, for nurses, and it's all about helping nurses stay informed about current nursing issues, and to provide an “on-the -go” resource for your clinical and professional learning and growth.   Contact: PluggedInToNursing@nortonhealthcare.org