Podcasts about Clinical nurse specialist

Advanced Practice Nursing kommt in Deutschland an – aber wie langsam, wie uneinheitlich und was muss sich ändern? In dieser Episode sprechen wir mit zwei Pflegedirektorinnen über die neue Rahmenempfehlung des VPU und was sie für Kliniken, Pflegefachpersonen und die Versorgung bedeutet.In dieser Folge:Was Advanced Practice Nursing und Advanced Practice Midwifery bedeuten – und warum Deutschland beim Thema Substitution noch hinterherhinktWie das PEPPA-Framework bei der bedarfsorientierten Implementierung von APN-Rollen hilftWarum APNs mindestens 75 % ihrer Arbeitszeit in der direkten Patient:innenversorgung verbringen sollenWelche Infrastruktur Kliniken brauchen – von Mentoring über Datenbankzugang bis zu ForschungsstrukturenWo APN-Rollen über das Krankenhaus hinaus wirken könnten – Langzeitpflege, Prävention, ambulante VersorgungWichtige Links:Zum JobboardZum EventkalenderSchau dir unseren neuen Videokurs an!Jetzt Übergabe Mitglied werdenÜbergabe bei Instagram

Ever struggled with a challenging patient? Join the co-hosts for an honest and practical experience-based conversation on working with challenging patients. From staying calm and communicating effectively to setting compassionate boundaries and de-escalation, this might be the episode you've been waiting for.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

Does the concept of stress relief stress you out? Join the co-hosts for a fresh, practical conversation on alternative stress relief for med-surg nurses. Hear real-life perspectives plus simple, doable strategies you can use on shift and off to reset your nervous system, lower stress fast, and prevent burnout from stacking up.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

What is it? Join the co-hosts for the big reveal as they share personal stories and approaches on how to recognize early warning signs, avoid common bedside blind spots, deliver compassionate care, and act fast with practical, shift-ready strategies that protect patients.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

Having surgery an be a daunting time for anybody, let alone a child with neurodiversity being placed into an unfamiliar environment and taken out of their routine. Join Grace Curran associate Nurse Unit manager of Elective surgery & Clinical Nurse Specialist in pre admissions resource clinic and Nancy Puente PARC Nurse as they discuss how to best care for children with neurodiversity as they traverse the perioperative journey.

How do you approach care management for opioid-addicted patients? Join the co-hosts for an honest conversation about opioid addiction stigma, recognizing withdrawal, and navigating treatment. Along the way, they share their own personal stories, struggles, and fresh insights to help you become a better med-surg nurse.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

  Have you ever endured a difficult moment which resulted in an invaluable lesson? You're not alone. Join the co-hosts and special guest co-host, AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, as they open up with personal stories, experiences, and nursing lessons they've learned from unexpected places.  This episode is brought to you by Medtronic.   GUEST CO-HOST AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

Still working straight through you breaks? You're not alone. Join the co-hosts for some real-talk about nursing wellness as they share their own fresh perspectives and practical strategies to help you protect your mental health, set boundaries, and build sustainable habits on and off the clock.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

In this week's episode of The Armor Men's Health Show

When it comes to pain management, do you know what you don't know? Join the co-hosts as they welcome pain management nursing expert and President of the American Society for Pain Management Nursing (ASPMN), June Oliver, for a candid, eye-opening conversation on pain management blind spots, how assumptions, bias, and knowledge gaps can derail care, plus practical strategies to assess pain better, advocate confidently, and keep patients safe. AMSN Members can earn 0.5 CE hours by listening to this episode. Here's how:    * This episode is eligible for 0.5 contact hours for AMSN members who listen to the episode and submit a completed evaluation through the online library. None of the individuals with the ability to control the content of this episode have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. The Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses is an accredited provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.   SPECIAL GUEST June Oliver, MSN, PGMT-BC, CCNS, AP-PMN, APRN/CNS is an Advance Practice Nurse, earning a BSN from University of Illinois and an MSN from Rush University in Chicago and has practiced as an APRN/CNS in Pain management for 26 years. June is certified in Pain Management Nursing through American Nurses Credentialing Center ( ANCC), holds Advance Practice Pain Management Nurse recognition through American Society for Pain Management Nurses (ASPMN) as well as certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult and Critical Care Nursing through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN). June has a background in adult critical care nursing for 20 years as both staff nurse and staff educator prior to specializing in pain management. She is currently employed at Swedish Hospital ,part of Endeavor Health System, in Chicago as an APRN for both inpatient and outpatient clients with both acute and chronic pain June has multiple professional organizational affiliations including serving a current term as President for American Society for Pain Management Nursing ( ASPMN), Master Faculty staff for Advanced Pharmacology for ASPMN, as well as membership in the Midwest Pain Society, American Association of Critical Care Nurses and the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of ASPMN. June has been a frequent speaker locally and nationally on Pain Management topics as well as authoring articles, contributing to past Core Curriculum books, revising the North American Nursing Diagnosis Manual and acute and chronic pain and co-authoring ASPMN position statement & recommendations on Managing Pain with Risks of Substance Use Disorder.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

  To post or not to post, that is the question.  Join the co-hosts for a personal and a practical, real-world conversation about of the do's and don'ts of social media for med-surg nurses. Also, find out the one thing that's far more important than "likes".  MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

Ready for a candid conversation about float nursing? Join the co-hosts as they share their personal stories, experiences, survival tactics, and onboarding tips for float nursing. From adaptability and staying confident to clear communication and patient safety, you're certain to gain new ideas and fresh perspectives.      MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

Ready to meet Hayley and Trish? Also, the co-hosts dive into an honest conversation about the real-world lessons nursing school missed and how they were able to overcome the these challenges.   Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work. Hayley Sweetser, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, MEDSURG-BC, CPHQ, WTA-C is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Newark, Delaware who provides support to patients and caregivers within the Acute Medicine Service Line at ChristianaCare. She is working towards reducing overall patient harm events within the service line through collaboration with bedside nurses, physicians, and other specialties. Hayley has a strong passion for medical-surgical nursing and has spent her whole nursing career in this specialty. She strives to advance medical-surgical nursing practice by encouraging alignment with evidence-based practice.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.  Trish West, DNP, MSN, CMSRN, PCCN, CEN, NEA-BC, FAMSN is a passionate nurse leader whose career reflects both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to advancing patient care. Trish's credentials include being a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive and Emergency Nursing, Nursing Executive Advanced, and most recently, induction as a Fellow in the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing. She enjoys spending time with her husband Mark and their five children. Her favorite motto, "Never underestimate the difference you can make," truly captures the spirit with which Trish approaches both professional and personal endeavors.   

On location in the Northern Lands for the St. B Mega Million Choices Lottery! (0:30); Since we're at a showhome... What's your dream FEATURE for a home? No matter how outlandish (7:35); ST. BONIFACE HOSPITAL FOUDATION MEGA MILLION CHOICES LOTTERYYYYYYYY!!!! Ron Paley, grateful patient (15:25); SMALL TOWN SALUTE - Back to the Whiteshell, this time for BEAVER DAYS (22:55); The Manitoban who was launched 30 feet by an exploding bbq in Hawaii (32:40); ST. BONIFACE HOSPITAL FOUDATION MEGA MILLION CHOICES LOTTERYYYYYYYY!!!! Emily Phillips, Clinical Nurse Specialist (42:55); Winning entries on dream features for the home (50:20); Doomsday Clock moved to 85 seconds to midnight - reaction from the Living Through Extinction podcast (53:30).

Catch up with some familiar voices and join in our 7th Anniversary celebration of Med-Surg Moments. Also, in this episode we say goodbye to two of current co-hosts whose term is up and will be leaving the show. Listen to find out who and hear their final reflections about their three years as a Med-Surg Moments co-host.     SPECIAL GUESTS Alissa Brown, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC and former Med-Surg Moments Co-Host Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN and former Med-Surg Moments Co-Host   Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN and former Med-Surg Moments Co-Host   SPECIAL GUEST CO-HOST AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.   

In this episode, we're joined by Brady Bielewicz, an advanced practice clinician serving in a blended Acute Care NP and CNS role. Dr. Brady Bielewicz is a trauma ICU advanced practice nurse and Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. With nearly 15 years of hands-on critical care experience as both an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist, he brings a real-world perspective that resonates with bedside nurses and APRNs alike. His work centers on trauma education, developing confident advanced practice nurses, and shaping certification exams that truly reflect clinical practice Brady brings a unique perspective on trauma care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the critical nursing assessments and interventions that truly impact patient outcomes. This episode is called "Be the Change When Seconds Matter: The Power of Nursing in Trauma Care." Brady can be contacted on LinkedIn @BradyBielewicz BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. Scan the QR Code to sign up for Learn Updates: We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more. Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

SEND US FAN MAILIn this episode of the Spartan Nurse Podcast, Mike Martel and Crista Reeves sit down with Joshua Winowiecki, a Clinical Nurse Specialist, an MSU alum, and Director of the Center for Practice Transformation.Josh shares his path from critical care nursing to academia and delves into the power of academic-clinical partnerships, such as INSPIRE and NPATHS. He also discusses mentorship, program evaluation, health equity, and how AI can support (not replace) nurses as scholars and leaders.To find your breaking news and latest updates within the College of Nursing, please refer to our website at nursing.msu.edu. You can also find us on all social media platforms @MICHSTNursingIf you have a question for our hosts or a prospective guest, please message us at: MCOM.nursing@msu.edu

In this Bell Work Talk, Dr. Ashleigh Bowman will introduce the key components of a business case, including calculating a return on investment (ROI). Forensic nurses should be able to articulate business components of the program and justify program costs for long-term sustainability. This podcast will help listeners begin thinking about the business model for their program to use in discussions with middle and upper administration and leaders. Ashleigh F. Bowman, DNP, CRNP, CPNP-AC, SANE-A, SANE-P, is an Associate Professor at the University of South Alabama, College of Nursing, and also maintains a faculty practice at USA Health's Children's & Women's Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department in Mobile, AL. She has been a certified acute care pediatric nurse practitioner since 2016 and became a pediatric SANE in 2020. She obtained her DNP in 2018 from the University of South Alabama. While Dr. Bowman has focused her clinical career on the care of acute and critically ill pediatric patients since 2012, her research and educational interests are focused on health policy and the intersection of policy impacts on clinical practice. Dr. Bowman is currently the project director for federally-funded grant project centered around pediatric sexual assault. Resources: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (2017, March). Toolkit for using AHRQ quality indicators. Retrieved from https://www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/hospital/resource/qitool/index.html Bartlett Ellis, R. J., Embree, J. L., & Ellis, K. G. (2015). A business case framework for planning clinical nurse specialist-led interventions. Clinical Nurse Specialist, 29(6), 338-347. https://doi.org/10.1097/NUR.0000000000000162 Birken, E. G. (2022). Return on Investment (ROI). Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/roi-return-on-investment/ Drenkard, K. N. (2022). The business case for Magnet® designation. The Journal of Nursing Administration, 52(9), 452-461. https://doi.org/10.1097/NNA.0000000000001182 Egan, C. (2024). Break-even point formula and analysis: How to calculate BEP for your business. Retrieved from https://squareup.com/us/en/the-bottom-line/managing-your-finances/how-to-calculate-break-even-point-analysis#:~:text=Revenue%20is%20the%20price%20for,%E2%80%93%20Variable%20Cost%20per%20Unit). Fernandez, V., Gausereide-Corral, M., Valiente, C., & Sanchez-Iglesias. (2023). Effectiveness of trauma-informed care interventions at the organizational level: A systematic review. Psychological Services, 20(4), 849-862. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000737 Gallagher, M. A., & Chraplyvy, N. (2022). Building a business case for hiring wound, ostomy, and continence nurses. Advanced Skin Wound Care, 35, 493-498. http://doi.org/10.1097/01.ASW.0000855028.36575.dc Green, J. S., Brummer, A., Mogg, D., & Purcell, J. (2021). Sexual assault nurse examiner/forensic nurse hospital-based staffing solution: A business plan development and evaluation. Journal of Emergency Nursing, 47, 643-653. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jen.2021.03.011 Hollender, M., Almirol, E., Meyer, M., Bearden, H., & Stanford, K. A. (2023). Sexual assault nurse examiners lead to improved uptake of services: A cross-sectional study. Social Emergency Medicine and Populational Health, 24(5), 974-982. https://doi.org/10.5811/westjem.59514 Office for Justice Programs, Office for Victims of Crime. (n.d.). SANE program development and operation guide. Retrieved from https://www.ovcttac.gov/saneguide/introduction/ Vogt, E. L., Jiang, C., Jenkins, Q., Millette, M. J., Caldwell, M. T., Mehari, K. S., & Marsh, E. E. (2022). Trends in US emergency department use after sexual assault, 2006-2019. JAMA Network Open, 5(10), e22236273. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.36273 Welch, T. D., & Smith, T. B. (2021). Anatomy of a business case. Nursing Administration Quarterly, 46(1), 88-95. https://doi.org/10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000498

Is there a chance your isolation precaution practices might be risking your safety?  The safety of your patients? Or even the safety of your family? Join the co-hosts as they welcome guest co-host AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman to join them for a no-nonsense conversation about the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to isolation precautions.     GUEST CO-HOST AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling. 

The 2025 AMSN Convention is here! In this episode, the co-hosts along with special guest co-host AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman share what to expect at this year's convention. From inspiring speakers and educational sessions to tips and suggestions for getting the most out of convention. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a returning member, get a jump start on getting the most out of your AMSN Convention experience.  Learn more about the Convention and AMSN at: https://amsn.org/ SPECIAL GUEST CO-HOST AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling. 

Violence and injury have become an all-too-common reality for nurses, impacting safety, morale, and the ability to provide quality care. In this episode, the co-hosts are joined by AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman to address the hard truths of workplace violence, share real experiences from the field, and discuss practical steps for prevention, response, and recovery.    We'd love to hear from you!  Send your thoughts, reactions, and ideas to amsnpod@amsn.org    Also, be sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW, RATE, & REVIEW Med-Surg Moments wherever you listen to podcasts.      SPECIAL GUEST CO-HOST   AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling. 

What is the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in the ICU? How did Lynette LaBine, MSN, RN, CNS, CCRN leverage her CNS role to win buy-in and guide her team to become an Awake and Walking ICU? Lynette shares with us how consulting and training services opened the doors for her to fully lead the revolution in her ICU. Listen and watch Lynette's RN colleagues HERE and rehab colleagues HERE! Get your CE credit for this episode and all learning you do here!Want to bring the revolution to your ICU? Check out www.DaytonICUConsulting.com

In part two of this podcast session we want to continue the conversation with our BCEN friends: Jonathan Baxter, Caroline Levin, and Jacob Miller. Jonathan Baxter is the Chief Flight Nurse for a critical care transport program in Arkansas, where he oversees clinical operations and actively flies missions. He holds board certifications in trauma, emergency, flight, and critical care nursing. He collaborates with EMS crews, communities, and state regulators, serving as Vice Chair of the Air Medical Subcommittee and Secretary of the EMS Data Committee for the Arkansas Department of Health. A Doctoral Candidate at UAMS, his research focuses on how EMS provider qualifications impact patient outcomes. He's also active in several professional organizations and serves as the ENA Trauma Chair for Arkansas. Caroline Levin is a flight nurse and for STAT MedEvac, in Pittsburgh PA. Coming from a diverse background in trauma, emergency, and critical care, she brings a unique expertise to the bedside and aims to share her love of nursing and continuing education to the future of transport nursing. Caroline holds certifications in emergency, flight, critical care, and as a pre-hospital specialized RN. Jacob Miller is a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Nationally Registered Paramedic with over two decades of EMS and emergency nursing experience, now specializing in critical care transport medicine. Jacob works as a paramedic, a flight nurse, and a critical care nurse practitioner in the Cincinnati area, in addition to state and national involvement in various professional organizations. These seasoned flight clinicians are here to share their real-world insights, expert tips, and unique perspectives on the fast-paced world of air transport nursing. From critical clinical scenarios to ethical dilemmas, no topic is off limits—and yes, we're spilling the tea on all things flight. This episode is called, “CFRN Roundtable: Get to the Chopper” Part Two The CFRN Roundtable can be contacted directly: Caroline- Instagram @Carolevin119 Jacob- LinkedIn @JacobMillerACNP Jonathan- Email @baxtersword@gmail.com BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more. Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

Learn more about the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist, and how these individuals can drive positive outcomes for patients. Guest Laura Mack, MSN, RN, CNL, HF-CERT, PCNA's Heart Failure Prevention 2025 awardee, describes a nurse-led process improvements for patients with heart failure that yielded substantial progress in reducing rehospitalizations and mortality.PCNA Heart Failure Prevention Award: pcna.net/career-development/awards-grants/heart-failure- prevention-award/AHA Get With The Guidelines: heart.org/en/professional/quality-improvement/get-with-the-guidelines National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists: nacns.org/about-us/what-is-a-cns/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friends: Jonathan Baxter, Caroline Levin, and Jacob Miller. Jonathan Baxter is the Chief Flight Nurse for a critical care transport program in Arkansas, where he oversees clinical operations and actively flies missions. He holds board certifications in trauma, emergency, flight, and critical care nursing. He collaborates with EMS crews, communities, and state regulators, serving as Vice Chair of the Air Medical Subcommittee and Secretary of the EMS Data Committee for the Arkansas Department of Health. A Doctoral Candidate at UAMS, his research focuses on how EMS provider qualifications impact patient outcomes. He's also active in several professional organizations and serves as the ENA Trauma Chair for Arkansas. Caroline Levin is a flight nurse and for STAT MedEvac, in Pittsburgh PA. Coming from a diverse background in trauma, emergency, and critical care, she brings a unique expertise to the bedside and aims to share her love of nursing and continuing education to the future of transport nursing. Caroline holds certifications in emergency, flight, critical care, and as a pre-hospital specialized RN. Jacob Miller is a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Nationally Registered Paramedic with over two decades of EMS and emergency nursing experience, now specializing in critical care transport medicine. Jacob works as a paramedic, a flight nurse, and a critical care nurse practitioner in the Cincinnati area, in addition to state and national involvement in various professional organizations. These seasoned flight clinicians are here to share their real-world insights, expert tips, and unique perspectives on the fast-paced world of air transport nursing. From critical clinical scenarios to ethical dilemmas, no topic is off limits—and yes, we're spilling the tea on all things flight. This episode is called, “CFRN Roundtable: Get to the Chopper” Part One The CFRN Roundtable can be contacted directly: Caroline- Instagram @Carolevin119 Jacob- LinkedIn @JacobMillerACNP Jonathan- Email @baxtersword@gmail.com BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.   Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

Did you know improper patient nutrition can severely impact your patient's outcomes? Join the co-hosts as they welcome patient nutrition expert Beth Quatrara for an eye-opening and insightful conversation about patient nutrition. Also, Beth shares some powerful ideas regarding how med-surg nurses can optimize their own nutrition during long shifts and once they get home. (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*) * This episode is eligible for 0.5 contact hours for AMSN members who listen to the episode and submit a completed evaluation through the online library. None of the individuals with the ability to control the content of this episode have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. The Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses is an accredited provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.   SPECIAL GUEST Beth Quatrara, DNP, RN, CMSRN, ACNS-BC is a doctorally-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist with over 25 years of nursing experience. The majority of her clinical career has been focused on caring for patients with digestive health concerns and associated nutritional complexities. She serves as the AMSN Nutrition liaison; working with AMSN members to amplify the nutritional care of their patients. She presents nationally and publishes on nutrition-related topics, as well as a host of clinically related issues. Dr Quatrara is an Associate Professor, and currently serves as the Program Lead for the MSN and DNP Graduate Programs at the University of Virginia School of Nursing.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling.   

Feeling left behind or lack the motivation to get started on that advanced nursing degree?  Join Eric, Kellye', Marcela, Maritess, Sydney and special guest co-host AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman as they share their personal journeys, reluctance, struggles, and strategies for approaching advanced nursing degrees. Also, get the inside scoop on the latest AMSN updates.    We'd love to hear from you!  Send your thoughts, reactions, and ideas to amsnpod@amsn.org    Also, be sure to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW, RATE, & REVIEW Med-Surg Moments wherever you listen to podcasts.      SPECIAL GUEST CO-HOST   AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC has more than 20 years of experience in acute care nursing, professional development, and advanced practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Her expertise in technology implementation, product management and clinical education drives her focus on streamlining workflows through data-driven approaches. She started her nursing journey with an ADN from Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York and has completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of North Carolina – Wilmington where she authored the 2022 CTHAT Nursing Workload Tool for Medical-Surgical Nurses. Kristi currently works as a Clinical Transformation Manager for Philips Healthcare in the Hospital Patient Monitoring division and as Clinical Instructor with East Carolina University. She volunteers for the North Carolina Nurses Association and has served as Director for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses since 2018.   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Kellye' McRae, MSN-Ed, RN is a dedicated Med-Surg Staff Nurse and Unit Based Educator based in South Georgia, with 12 years of invaluable nursing experience. She is passionate about mentoring new nurses, sharing her clinical wisdom to empower the next generation of nurses. Kellye' excels in bedside teaching, blending hands-on training with compassionate patient care to ensure both nurses and patients thrive. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her a cornerstone of her healthcare team.   Marcela Salcedo, RN, BSN is a Floatpool nightshift nurse in the Chicagoland area, specializing in step-down and medical-surgical care. A member of AMSN and the Hektoen Nurses, she combines her passion for nursing with the healing power of the arts and humanities. As a mother of four, Marcela is reigniting her passion for nursing by embracing the chaos of caregiving, fostering personal growth, and building meaningful connections that inspire her work.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling. 

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month.This is something that's been highlighted for a few years on the show, and we intend to keep making it a priority.But, so much of it is still misunderstood…Joining Andrea to discuss and give an overview of the condition is Aoife O'Neill, Consultant Obstetrician and Yvonne Counihan, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Endometriosis.Also joining to share their personal stories is Doireann Barrett, who runs Cneasú Community and listeners Ali and Leona…

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN Friend, Reginald “Reggie” Santiago. Reginald Santiago is an inpatient care coordinator and case manager at Duke University Hospital's Raleigh campus. Over the past 30 years in healthcare, he has served in roles as a paramedic, adjunct paramedic instructor, tactical medical instructor, and Special Operations Forces Medical Instructor specializing in prolonged field care (PFC).  Additionally, Reginald is the creator and host of the Paramedic2RN podcast. Reginald's educational background includes an Associate's degree of Applied Sciences in Emergency Medical Science, an ADN from a Paramedic to RN bridge program, and as well as his BSN. Reginald is currently pursuing an MSN in Adult-Gerontology as a Clinical Nurse Specialist at East Carolina University. He holds board certifications as a CEN, TCRN, CCRN, CFRN, CTRN, and is a national registry paramedic. Transitioning between careers can be difficult and Reggie is no stranger to difficult challenges. From Paramedic to RN to podcast host, Reggie chats about the good, the hard, and the people who help get you through it all. This episode is called, "Start doing what you're meant to do." BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at https://bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board Member Dr. Barbara Potts talks with Karen Meade, an Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist at the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. They discuss the creation and development of a product—urinary drainage bags designed to be positioned below the bladder—to address a gap in patient care. Their conversation explores the entire innovation process, from generating the initial idea to creating the device and bringing the product to life.Karen Meade, MS, APRN-CNS, AGCNS-BC, OCN, is an Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist at the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.  Dr. Barbara Potts, DNP, M.Ed, RN, APRN-CNS, ACCNS-AG, MEDSURG-BC, is a Clinical Nurse Specialist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and is a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.Visit our new online journal platform at www.jannettipublications.comChoose what works best for you – purchase individual articles, or subscribe and access all MEDSURG Nursing articles, including archives from past years. Plus, NCPD assessments are FREE for individual subscribers or through the purchase of the NCPD article.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, visit the journal's website at www.medsurgnursing.net.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

On episode 501 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Christine Frazer, PhD, CNS, CNE, a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Nurse Educator, and academic educator. Throughout her nursing journey, Dr. Frazer has worked in various fields including neonatal ICU, pediatrics, post-partum, adult critical care, cardiac care, emergency, gerontology, and academia. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Frazer dig deep into how microaggressions and implicit bias can negatively impact the nursing profession, patient care, and the larger healthcare industry, and what we can do about these troubling phenomena. Over the last two decades, Dr. Frazer has taught in all degree-level programs and played a vital role in developing and coordinating new programs. In 2008, Dr. Frazer joined Walden University's College of Nursing and teaches in the graduate nursing program. She is a distinguished recipient of the university's Faculty Excellence Award and serves the university and College of Nursing by serving on various committees and by leading groups. Before coming to Walden, Dr. Frazer taught for nearly a decade at Penn State University, and served as Coordinator for their Clinical Nurse Specialist program. Dr. Frazer was one of ten nurse professionals selected and inducted into the 2023-2024 National League of Nursing year-long Leadership Academy. During her time with the academy, Dr. Frazer developed an Implicit Bias toolkit, which guides nurse educators in directly influencing the trajectory of nursing students' lives, advancing the greater good of healthcare delivery, and creating a more socially just society. Throughout Dr. Frazer's professional career, she has researched and published in peer-reviewed journals on a variety of topics including nurse burnout, student learning, teaching effectiveness, online learning, leadership, neonatal, pediatrics, and critical care nursing. Currently, Dr. Frazer serves on the Editorial Board of Teaching and Learning in Nursing, the Official Journal of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Connect with Dr. Christine Frazer and Walden University: Walden University Facebook X Walden U on LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Christine Frazer on LinkedIn Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at NurseKeith.com. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on LinkedIn. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at TheCircelandtheDot.com or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.

Join us as we delve into the world of holistic health with Kay Robins, a Clinical Nurse Specialist and the visionary leader behind Pure Alchemy Wellness. In this insightful episode, Kay shares her expertise on how to optimize well-being through a combination of evidence-based practices and personalized care, including IV nutritional infusions and shots. We discuss the power of IV therapy, micronutrient testing, and lifestyle modifications in addressing chronic conditions and promoting longevity. Kay also sheds light on the importance of addressing the root causes of illness, such as toxic exposure and nutritional deficiencies. Whether you're seeking to improve your overall health or manage a specific condition, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips. Key Points: -The power of IV therapy and micronutrient testing -The importance of addressing root causes of illness -The role of lifestyle factors in overall health -Personalized treatment plans for optimal well-being -The benefits of a holistic approach to healthcare -Bioavailability Boost: -Bypass the Blood-Brain Barrier: -IV vs. Injections: -Finding the Right Fit: Guest: Kay Robins, Clinical Nurse Specialist at Pure Alchemy Wellness Website: purealchemywellness.com Contact: 424-372-1600 (text-friendly) Social Media: Pure Alchemy Wellness on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook -Subscribe to the Functionally Enlightened Podcast -Share this episode with someone who may benefit -Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform

HIV Matters returns for its fifth series! In "New Chapter," Michelle catches up with producer Dan and friend of the show David Munns to discuss the evolving landscape of HIV and what they have in store for listeners this season.Episode GuestsProducer Dan (Heggie)Dan is a highly experienced and self-motivated Lecturer at the University of East Anglia (UEA) with a passion for teaching and a strong clinical background. He is a confident and engaging communicator with a proven track record of delivering high-quality education and training.David MunnsDavid Munns is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in London, providing vital mental health support to people living with HIV. He helps patients manage the challenges of aging with HIV, including depression, PTSD, and addiction.Additional Information and Links HIV Matters Bookstorehttps://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMattersHow to contact the show Hello@hivmatterspodcast.co.ukhttps://hiv-matters.captivate.fm

Can passion, communication, and confidence transform an introverted nurse into a leader? In this episode, we are honored to have Dr. Jennifer Manning, President of the National Association for Clinical Nurse Specialists, who recounts her inspiring transition from a background in biology and research to becoming a CNS. Dr. Manning talks about how Hurricane Katrina influenced her career choices and discusses the global outlook for the future of the CNS role, offering invaluable strategies for career advancement.What makes a Clinical Nurse Specialist truly effective? We explore the quintessential qualities that define a successful CNS, emphasizing the importance of continuous self-improvement, resilience, and passion. The growing integration of AI in healthcare and its implications for lifelong learning is also a key topic. Additionally, we shed light on the current job market and salary expectations for CNS positions, providing actionable advice on how to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities for creating or finding CNS roles post-graduation.The power of Clinical Nurse Specialists to drive systemic change in healthcare is immense. In this episode, we uncover how CNSs can implement innovative projects that enhance patient outcomes and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Manning and I discuss the critical role of networking, engaging with professional organizations, and pursuing specific passion projects to make substantial contributions to the field. We also tackle myths surrounding the CNS role, clarifying misconceptions and underscoring the importance of collaboration with Nurse Practitioners. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation filled with practical advice and insights for both aspiring and current CNSs.Links and Resources:NACNS WebsiteNACNS Upcoming Webinars & EventsLearn more about the NACNS Annual Conference in MarchTune in for an enriching conversation that highlights the power of the CNS role in healthcare, from bedside care to leadership and beyond!Support the showConnect with Me in 3 Ways: Get a special bonus by becoming an Ambitious Nurse Insider and sign up for my weekly newsletter: Click the link here.Join the Career Growth for Experienced Nurses Facebook Group: >>>>> https://bit.ly/careergrowth4exprn Book Career Clarity 1:1 Coaching Call: Click Here

Learn more about the show: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/podcast/nursing-uncharted/ EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN HEALTHCAREBecome a Travel Nurse at: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/AMN PassportDownload the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Meet Dr. Jennifer Manning01:49 Defining the Role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist05:53 The Three Spheres of Work for Clinical Nurse Specialists08:11 The Future of the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role10:54 Steps to Becoming a Clinical Nurse Specialist16:12 Differentiating Between Master's and Doctorate Degrees for CNSs19:05 The Current Landscape of Clinical Nurse Specialists26:24 The Impact of the 2022 Census on Nursing32:53 Advice for Those Considering a Career as a Clinical Nurse Specialist ABOUT JENNIFERDr. Manning is a Board-Certified Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist. She completed her Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral Degrees at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing (LSUHSC SON). Dr. Manning began her nursing career as a critical care registered nurse and currently serves as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Nursing Programs at LSUHSC SON. Her teaching responsibilities include educating in both the DNP and Ph.D. programs at LSUHSC SON. Dr. Manning serves as the nurse researcher at East Jefferson General Hospital. She is a board member for both the National Association for Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN).Connect with Jennifer:Website: https://nacns.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clinicalnursespecialistsX: https://twitter.com/NACNSLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nacns/ABOUT ANNAnn King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13 years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 4.5 years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing. EPISODE SPONSORS AMN HealthcareBecome a Travel Nurse at: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/ AMN PassportDownload the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ FIND US ONWebsite – https://www.amnhealthcare.com/podcast/nursing-unchartedYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/nursingunchartedInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/amnnurseApple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nursing-uncharted/id1570694185Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1btLYaMHoabT3icqGUgesBLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/amn-healthcare/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/amnhealthcare/ Powered by AMN Healthcare

Clinical Nurse Specialists are more than just experts in their field. They are advanced practice nurses who are driven to make system wide changes for both nurses and their patients.This episode sheds light on the critical role of Clinical Nurse Specialists, the extensive education and experience needed to enter the field, and their unique responsibilities compared to other nursing positions. Nicole openly shares the impact she's been able to make as a CNS, the challenges she's faced — and even mistakes she's made along the way. We also discuss the worrying decline in CNS programs, and what nurses can do to secure a CNS position in today's healthcare environment.Tune in to learn more about what it takes to be a Clinical Nurse Specialist and decide if it's the right fit for you!Topics discussed in this episode:The importance of the CNS role in healthcareDifferences between a CNS and other nursing rolesNicole's experience implementing an award winning sepsis programThe experience and skills required to succeed as a CNSChallenges of the CNS roleThe future of the CNS roleAdvice for aspiring Clinical Nurse SpecialistsHead to Nicole's website to get 20% off ALL courses and educational materials with code RAPIDRN20!https://www.nicolekupchikconsulting.com/?ref=30065Connect with Nicole Kupchik:https://www.instagram.com/nicolekupchik/https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolekupchikhttps://www.facebook.com/NicoleKupchikConsultingEducationhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-kupchik-mn-rn-ccrn-530b8710/https://www.youtube.com/channel/nicolekupchik5959Mentioned in this episode:Rapid Response and Rescue Intro CourseCONNECT

In this episode, Karrie and Penny will discuss the importance of applying the latest and best research to caring for patients. They will also describe how Summa Health's Center for Clinical Inquiry is promoting and supporting staff in using the best evidence to improve patient care. Additionally, Summa Health has re-instituted the advanced practice registered nurse called the Clinical Nurse Specialist at the bedside.

"I am helping Nurses at the bedside and providing them with tools and expertise to change their practice, and make a difference in the things they do every single day. And that's how we should be practicing.  It's all not patient care, some of it's the practice environment. And maybe there's best practices for how to create a better work environment." ~Jill Arzouman DNP, RN, ACNS, BC, CMSRN, NC-BC, RYT-200Ah-Ha MomentsEvidence-Based Practice uses a set to take research and translate into practice at the bedside, as it can take 15-17 years to get knowledge into actual practiceYou should never have to be faced with a case of the Sunday Scaries. You have choices!  And you can make those choices based on what serves you bestThere can be a know-do gap in Nursing.  This is the gap in how we translate what is known to work into the care that patients receive. You can bloom where you are planted, and practice as a Nurse Coach in the role you are doing today!Resources and LinksBloom Where You are Planted, Nurse Coach! BlogBridging the Know Do Gap in Hospital Care Transitions articleGetting Rid of Stupid Stuff (GROSS)Fuld National Institute of Evidence-Based PracticeIntegrative Nurse Coach Certificate Program Integrative Nurse Coaches in ACTION! podcastMaintaining Your Momentum: Moving Evidence Into PracticeStrategies for De-Implementation of Low-Value Care*****Integrative Nurse Coach Academy I Integr Our mission is to provide nurses with a global community for learning, networking, and reconnecting Integrative Nurse Coach Academy I Integr Our mission is to provide nurses with a global community for learning, networking, and reconnecting Thank you for listening. We LOVE Nurses! Please leave us a 5 star rating and a positive comment about an episode you love! Follow Integrative Nurse Coach Academy on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Learn more about our programs at the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy Schedule a free call with one of our awesome admissions specialists here>> and get your questions answered!

Ever wondered what exactly is a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and how is it different from other advanced practice RN roles?  Join the co-hosts as they welcome special guest NACNS President Dr. Jennifer Manning who shares her unexpected journey and covers everything you need to know about the role of CNS.    Learn more about the National Association of Clinicial Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist at https://nacns.org/   SPECIAL GUEST   Jennifer Manning, DNS, ACNS-BC, CNE, FCNS is a Board-Certified Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist. She completed her Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral Degrees at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing (LSUHSC SON). Dr. Manning began her nursing career as a critical care registered nurse and currently serves as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Nursing Programs at LSUHSC SON. Her teaching responsibilities include educating in both the DNP and Ph.D. programs at LSUHSC SON. Dr. Manning serves as the nurse researcher at East Jefferson General Hospital. She is the current President of the National Association for Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and a board member of the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN).   MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a nursing professional development practitioner in the inland northwest specializing in medical-surgical nursing. The first four years of her practice were spent bedside on a busy ortho/neuro unit where she found her passion for newly graduated RNs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional governance. Sam is an unwavering advocate for medical-surgical nursing as a specialty and enjoys helping nurses prepare for specialty certification.    Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Surg and Oncology.  She is a native Texan currently working in the Dallas area.  She has held many positions throughout her career from bedside nurse to management/leadership to education.  Laura obtained her MSN in nursing education in 2018 and is currently pursuing her DNP.  She has worked both as a bedside educator and a nursing professional development practitioner for both new and experienced staff.  She enjoys working with the nurse residency program as a specialist in palliative care/end of life nursing and mentorship.  She is currently an NPD practitioner for oncology and bone marrow transplant units.       Neil H. Johnson, RN, BSN, CMSRN, epitomizes a profound familial commitment to the nursing profession, marking the third generation in his family to tread this esteemed path. Following the footsteps of his father, grandfather, grandmother, aunt, and cousin, all distinguished nurses, Neil transitioned to nursing as a second career after a brief tenure as an elementary school teacher. Currently on the verge of completing his MSN in nurse education, he aspires to seamlessly integrate his dual passions. Apart from his unwavering dedication to nursing, Neil actively seeks serenity in nature alongside his canine companions. In his professional capacity, he fulfills the role of a med-surg nurse at the Moses Cone Health System in North Carolina.   Eric Torres, ADN, RN, CMSRN is a California native that has always dreamed of seeing the World, and when that didn't work out, he set his sights on nursing.  Eric is beyond excited to be joining the AMSN podcast and having a chance to share his stories and experiences of being a bedside medical-surgical nurse.   Maritess M. Quinto, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN is a clinical educator currently leading a team of educators who is passionately helping healthcare colleagues, especially newly graduate nurses. She was born and raised in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States with her family in Florida. Her family of seven (three girls and two boys with her husband who is also a Registered Nurse) loves to travel, especially to Disney World. She loves to share her experiences about parenting, travelling, and, of course, nursing!   Sydney Wall, RN, BSN, CMSRN has been a med surg nurse for 5 years. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2019, Sydney commissioned into the Navy and began her nursing career working on a cardiac/telemetry unit in Bethesda, Maryland.  Currently she is stationed overseas, providing care for service members and their families.  During her free time, she enjoys martial arts and traveling. 

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I interview Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC. Monique is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Holistic Health with thirty-five years of experience in the fields of nursing, functional, and integrative medicine. She is also a nurse coach! Monique is a thought leader and sought-after educator in the field of functional medicine, mind-body medicine, and coaching.  She lectures nationally and internationally on women's health, mind-body practices, nutrition, and coaching. She is a senior faculty member for the Institute for Functional Medicine, clinical instructor for the Yale Graduate School of Nursing, and Director of Coaching Development for The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. She is the cofounder of The Center for Functional Medicine in Stamford, CT, where she has been practicing for 22 years. In this episode, we talk about her journey to becoming such an impressive role model for us all in functional medicine, her experiences using functional medicine and nurse coaching in her own practice, and her thoughts on nurses practicing functional medicine including some entrepreneurial insights! Don't miss it! Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. This episode and others now available to watch via YouTube here! To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here. Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast. Be well!

PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! To get a copy SIGNED by me: https://www.aseatatthetablebooks.org/item/ZoZQdz5_9KnlUqAhQqoR3A You can also get your copies here but I won't be able to sign them: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 Save Your Receipt! We will be offering bonuses for pre-orders ASAP. GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. Maureen's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCggvLtnMoW4Jq3JfYaelGRw Original Bliss in a Dish recipe by Dreena Burthob: https://dreenaburton.com/chickpea-artichoke-bliss-dish-vegan/ DipACLM, CNN, APHN-BC, Maureen is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Mindfulness and Yoga Teacher at UC Davis Health and Del Norte Swim Club in Sacramento, California. Her path has evolved from trying to be a perfect human to being perfectly human. Maureen authored and/or edited many chapters in the Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing and has completed 7 years as a volunteer for the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission, serving in several roles including President, leading the effort to establish credentialing mechanisms to promote patient safety and to improve the quality of care provided to nephrology patients. She works full time as a Clinical Nurse Specialist at UC Davis Health in Sacramento, California, where she teams with patients and families facing Kidney Failure to plan health care and build self-care. Maureen discovered Yoga and Mindfulness in 2009, and later completed her yoga teacher training at the White Lotus Foundation in Santa Barbara and Mindful Self Compassion teacher training with UC San Diego. Most recently, Maureen completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice, with her phenomena of interest being healthcare provider wellbeing and burnout. She followed with board certification with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Maureen's deep appreciation for the transformative power of lifestyle medicine is a driving force in her life. She eagerly shares her knowledge and experiences with her patients and health professional colleagues, reminding them that they, too, are patients on a different day. Her passion for promoting well-being and self-care is truly inspiring. These days, you can also find Maureen teaching yoga at her local gym or online for UC Davis Integrative Medicine, preparing Whole Food Plant Based meals, and inviting friends and family over to test her newest recipe. Empowering people (patients, colleagues, and friends) to “Live their Best Life” is a passion for Maureen. You can follow Maureen for yoga, some talks, and recipes at Maureen.Yoga (notice no dot com). You can register and participate in her live-streamed yoga classes through MY Time Gentle Yoga | UC Davis Health Integrative Medicine: https://health.ucdavis.edu/integrative-medicine/classes/MY-Time-Gentle-Yoga.html Mindfulness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GsxeamEFJY Kidney Health: https://health.ucdavis.edu/health-education/topic/kidney-disease/kidney-health-education-videos (30) Maureen Craig | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-craig-23562312/ Del Norte Club:'https://www.delnorteclub.com/

Sepsis it seems is always in the news, never far from anyone who works in CDI or coding circles. And here we are again, back in the headlines due to its inclusion in the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Work Plan. Sepsis has been discussed so much due to the complexity of disease, the cost of treatment, complexity of coding, and increased regulatory spotlight. What else is there to say? But with it back in the spotlight I wanted to turn from the usual insular conversations in the mid-revenue cycle to someone working on the front lines of care. Amanda Hart is an ED nurse and a sepsis clinical nurse specialist at Tower Health, a regional integrated healthcare system based out of Pennsylvania. She spends a substantial amount of time battling this deadly disease, and her work has much to offer anyone who works to get it accurately documented and coded. On this episode we discuss: • Amanda's background in the military and EMS, path into nursing and eventually the ED • Her role as sepsis clinical nurse specialist and how it overlaps with CDI/coding • Pathophysiology—clinical indicators of sepsis and what makes it such a deadly disease • Problems inherent in lack of uniform definitions, what Tower Health uses, and her own take on Sepsis-2 vs. Sepsis-3 debate • The importance of early screening, including processes, technologies and people. Are EHRs and alerts helping or hindering? • Tower Health's home-grown protocol that resulted in a 32% reduction in relative mortality rate in non-POA cases. • Life on the front lines of care and how it changed Amanda as a person

In previous episodes, Talking About Kids has addressed the need for trauma-informed care and the importance of involving youth in the design and oversight of programs for them. This episode combines the two. Recently, Yehudis Stokes, Marjorie Robb, and their colleagues published a paper on the perspectives of youth, caregivers, and other stakeholders on implementing trauma-informed care in an inpatient mental health program. Yehudis Stokes is a Registered Nurse at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and a Clinical Nurse Specialist with the Psychosocial Oncology team at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and Marjorie Robb is the Acting Chief of Psychiatry at Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and the Division Chief of Community-Based Psychiatry. The episode was recorded live using a webinar platform to encourage questions from Alliance members and other listeners. If you would like to participate in the webinars, you can join the Arizona Alliance for Adolescent Health's mailing list at healthyazyouth.org. More information about Yehudis, Marjorie, their research, and the Arizona Alliance for Adolescent Health is at talkingaboutkids.com.

Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. In this episode, Kati interviews Dr. Mitzi Saunders, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, the President of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and they discuss: The definition of a CNS and how the CNS supports the bedside nurse CNS vs. NP A typical day in the life of a CNS The educational pathway to CNS Tips and encouragement from Mitzi For the complete guide on how to become a CNS, click here: https://www.freshrn.com/how-to-become-a-cns Sign-up for the FreshRN newsletter: https://www.freshrn.com/email-sign-up/  Watch the video interview on Kati's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/katikleber 

Sadikshya GC, a Registered Nurse in Australia and Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care, shares her expertise in a vital podcast. Join us for an enlightening discussion on palliative care, a novel approach in Nepal. Let's foster awareness and encourage the initiation of palliative care education and support for healthcare providers and Nepali students.

This episode captures a conversation between Dana Hillyer, PMHCNS and Claire, who, this time, plays podcast host and patient/case study. Dana approaches her work with exceptional warmth and kindness and is committed to continued growth and self-reflection. When it comes to helping with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), she is a pro. Dana is a shining example of a mental health professional who is willing to meet her patients where they and walk alongside them and, as Claire shares, this quality of care changes lives. If you could use a little boost of faith when it comes to the state of (maternal) mental healthcare, listen and enjoy.For statewide resources please visit the Linking Infants and Families to Supports athttps://hmhb-lifts.org/

This episode was recorded on August 3rd, 2023. Della is a woman, daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. A Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist in palliative care, Della's had the privilege of caring for people with serious illness, those dying and their families for the past 30 years. She has contributed to systems of palliative care as an expert clinician, educator, and researcher. Della continues to work and teach in palliative care and is a family caregiver for her sister living with dementia and a caregiving support for her 92-year-old father and his wife. Living fully each day and being in service forms the rhythm of Della's life. Advance Care Planning: https://www.advancecareplanning.ca/resources-and-tools/ Waiting Room Revolution: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ Canadian Virtual Hospice: https://www.virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home.aspx   Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson/ Faceboook: https://www.facebook.com/MrsTammyMPeterson Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammy.m.peterson  

Mary Guanci is a fellow of the NCS and served as the Mass General Neuro ICU's first Clinical Nurse Specialist, with nearly four decades of experience in neurocritical care nursing. Tune in to hear her perspective on interprofessional education, burnout, and more!

   Join us as we engage in an enlightening conversation with retired Army Colonel Kim Biever, a seasoned medical professional with vast experience in critical care nursing. Listen in as Kim discusses the emerging need for large-scale combat operations preparation in the current operational environment. She shares invaluable insights on the importance of readying medical personnel for the future and the urgency to tailor training to the right level of provider. We also touch on the necessity of reflecting on past events and experiences for lessons learned and innovative ways to simplify tasks for medical professionals on the battlefield. Later, Kim highlights the weight of kindness and flexibility when leading others and sheds light on the various roles in nursing, emphasizing that there's something for everyone in this noble field. Learn from her experiences of creating positive outcomes through the simple act of being kind to people and gain insights into the diverse opportunities available in the nursing field.   Chapters: (0:00:00) - Preparing for Large-Scale Medical Operations (0:11:31) - Leadership Lessons and Nursing Advice   Chapter Summaries: (0:00:00) - Preparing for Large-Scale Medical Operations (12 Minutes) We hear from retired Army Colonel Kim Biever, a Critical Care Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, and Clinical Nurse Specialist. We discuss the current operational environment and the need to prepare for large-scale combat operations. Kim shares her insights on the importance of preparing medical personnel for the future and the need to bring training to the right level of provider. We also explore the need to look back at past events and experiences to apply lessons learned and how to innovate and make things easier for medical professionals on the battlefield.   (0:11:31) - Leadership Lessons and Nursing Advice (6 Minutes) Kim found her passion in nursing. She realized that taking a moment to be kind to people can be highly beneficial in creating positive outcomes. Kim shares the importance of kindness and flexibility when leading others. She also explains the variety of nursing roles and how there is something for everyone in the nursing field. Episode Keywords: Medical Operations, Combat Operations, Training, Provider Proficiency, Past Experiences, Lessons Learned, Innovations, Kindness, Flexibility, Nursing Roles, Army Colonel, Critical Care Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist Hashtags: #wardocs #military #medicine #podcast #CombatMedicine #MilitaryNursing #BattlefieldInsights #PowerOfKindness #NursingLeadership #OperationalMedicine #RetiredMilitary #HealthcareHeroes #ArmyMedics   Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to honor the legacy, preserve the oral history, and showcase career opportunities, unique expeditionary experiences, and achievements of Military Medicine. We foster patriotism and pride in Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoD, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/episodes  Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.     Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast

Today's Hot Topic conversation is great for just about anybody, but *especially* those who have considered therapy but haven't pulled the trigger for whatever reason (accessibility, cost, finding the right match...)! Our guest, Owen O'Kane, is an acclaimed London-based psychotherapist and the best selling author of Ten Times Happier, Ten to Zen, and most recently, How To Be Your Own Therapist. But that's not all! Before pursuing psychotherapy, Owen spent a decade working with the dying as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care, which we think adds a unique dimension to his perspective. Needless to say, he is abundantly qualified to help us tackle the journey of self-therapy today!Today, beyond sharing his own personal story of self acceptance, Owen discusses what drives us, victim mentality, gratitude, tips for handling our anxious episodes, what 10 minutes of self therapy a day looks like, and what "The Goal" of therapy even is (happiness? meaning??). Last but not least, Andy picks Owen's brain after his experience working in Palliative Care—what did caring for the dying on a daily basis teach him? This episode has a little something for everyone and even includes a peek into Andy's own thoughts and fears. Whether you consider "therapy" a dirty word or part of your regular vernacular, you won't want to miss this chat!Thanks to our sponsors!- Go to https://www.babbel.com/DEARSHANDY to save up to 55% off your subscription!- Go to https://www.lomi.com/SHANDY and use promo code SHANDY at checkout to save $50!- Go to https://www.nutrafol.com and use code SHANDY for $10 off your first month's subscription!- Go to https://www.athenaclub.com and use code DEARSHANDY for 25% off your first order!More Owen O'Kane:- The Book "How To Be Your Own Therapist": https://amzn.to/3NnIpzS- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/owenokaneten- TEDX Talk: https://youtu.be/SenbZnxn_N8- Website: https://www.owenokane.comTime Stamps:0:00 - Welcome To Owen O'Kane!1:54 - Is The UK Behind The US In Terms Of Therapy “Taboo”?4:32 - Owen's Story, Part 17:10 - What's “The Goal”? Happiness?8:49 - What Drives Us?11:09 - Owen's Story, Part 216:24 - Our Thought Process25:35 - Where Does One Begin With Self Therapy?28:35 - Do Some Personality Types Struggle More With Self Therapy Than Others?31:23 - Victim Mentality33:42 - What Does 10 Minutes A Day Of Self Therapy Look Like?36:51 - Gratitude And Fear Of Loss43:18 - Advice For Anyone Who's Been in Therapy For A Long Time And Isn't Seeing A Difference49:05 - Tips For Those Who Experience Anxious Episodes55:50 - Our Phones1:00:07 - Andy Asks Owen For His Takeaways After A Decade Spent In Palliative Care1:07:09 - Shandy DebriefIf you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSupport Dear Shandy: https://redcircle.com/dear-shandy/donationsSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyMore Dear ShandyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandyFacebook - https://fb.me/dearshandyMore SharleenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntBlog - http://www.alltheprettypandas.comMore AndyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevineProduced by Gabrielle Galon - https://www.instagram.com/gabsamillionSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-shandy/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy