Podcasts about medical surgical nurses

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.   

Looking for new approaches to caring for LGBTQIA+ patients, especially gender diverse patients? This episode begins a periodic conversation series about AMSN's Core Curriculum. In this episode, a conversation about the LGBTQIA+ chapter. Join the co-hosts as they discuss the chapter and share their thoughts, insights, and personal stories regarding this unique patient population. PLUS, find out which co-host just got engaged! (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)   The AMSN Core Curriculum can be found at: https://amsn.org/Practice-Resources/Core-Curriculum-for-Medical-Surgical-Nursing   * 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.   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.   

Ep. 151 - The AMSN Story With Co-Founder Alice Poyss A cinematic journey into the story of AMSN's humble beginnings with AMSN Co-Founder Alice Poyss. Join Alice along with special guest co-host AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman and the co-hosts as they journey back in time to Philadelphia in 1990. PLUS a very important opening message every med-surg nurse must hear.    SPECIAL GUEST Alicemarie S. Poyss, RN, Ph.D., CNL, APRN-BC, FAMSN works at Drexel University, College of Nursing & Health Professions since1992. She was the Track Director for the MSN Clinical Nurse Leader Track. Particular clinical expertise is gastrointestinal surgery, nutrition support and nutrition screening of adults and elderly. She received her postmaster`s certificate as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Leader. She holds certification from ANA as a medical-Surgical nurse Specialist. She is co-founder of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, a specialty nursing organization created for medical-surgical nurses. In 2024, Dr. Poyss was inducted into the inaugural group of Fellows, of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (FAMSN). Dr. Poyss is currently practicing in a primary medical group managing palliative care for Elderly homebound patients. She has taught in both undergraduate and graduate Nursing programs in three Universities. Dr. Poyss's research interests in the clinical areas include nursing intervention/outcome studies, and nursing treatment/outcome studies. She has participated with the Iowa Nursing Intervention Classification project and authored two nursing interventional labels for the project. Other research interests include program evaluation, and effects of alternate teaching styles with student learning. Funded research includes Evaluation of an Alternative Care Delivery System in Critical Care Nursing and preventing readmission for CHF patients to Acute Care.   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. 

Ep. 131 - How to Transform Care Through Nursing Research Looking for a powerful way to make a positive change in patient care? Join Laura, Maritess, Sam, and Sydney as they share their stories, personal experiences, perspectives, and tips regarding why it's important for every nurse to get involved in nursing research.  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.    Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses*.  Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We'll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics. Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you at any step of your nursing career. We truly intend this podcast to be an exciting, interesting go-to source for our listeners, and Med-Surg Moments will creatively incorporate voices from all backgrounds, to help highlight the issues facing you in our medical-surgical nursing community. You can be assured we'll do our very best to bring this podcast, always, with personality and compassion, and accuracy in our coverage. * The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.    

Ep. 130 - Meet the Virtual Nurse and New CAVRN Certification With Special Guest Emily Schmidt Enter the world of a virtual nurse and learn about the new Certified Acute-Care Virtual Registered Nurse (CAVRN) Exam and Certification as the co-hosts welcome virtual nurse and CAVRN exam co-writer Emily Schmidt to the show for a fascinating conversation you won't want to miss.   Learn more about CAVRN at https://amsn.org/Certification/Earn-Your-CAVRN   SPECIAL GUEST Emily Schmidt, BSN, RN, CAVRN SANE has been a dedicated nurse for 14 years with extensive care in Emergency Medicine, Virtual Nursing, and as a Virtual Nurse Educator. She played a key role in helping develop the CAVRN Examination, showcasing her commitment to advancing the profession and educating others on the field of Virtual 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.    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.    Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses*.  Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We'll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics. Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you at any step of your nursing career. We truly intend this podcast to be an exciting, interesting go-to source for our listeners, and Med-Surg Moments will creatively incorporate voices from all backgrounds, to help highlight the issues facing you in our medical-surgical nursing community. You can be assured we'll do our very best to bring this podcast, always, with personality and compassion, and accuracy in our coverage. * The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.    

Ep. 129 - Caring for Bariatric Patients Looking for ways to overcome the physical and mental challenges of providing the best patient care for bariatric patients?  Join the co-hosts as they share their perspectives, insights and strategies for bariatric patient care.    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.    Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses*.  Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We'll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics. Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you at any step of your nursing career. We truly intend this podcast to be an exciting, interesting go-to source for our listeners, and Med-Surg Moments will creatively incorporate voices from all backgrounds, to help highlight the issues facing you in our medical-surgical nursing community. You can be assured we'll do our very best to bring this podcast, always, with personality and compassion, and accuracy in our coverage. * The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.

AMSN chapter involvement is truly fulfilling on both a professional and personal level, but have you ever wondered what it takes to start and grow an AMSN chapter?  Join the co-hosts for a conversation with AMSN Chicago Chapter #317 Founder Cora Palmer as she shares the chapter's story, lessons learned and advice for starting up and growing your own AMSN chapter.   The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.   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. 

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editor Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, CMSRN, OCNS-C, CNE, talks with Sonya Blevins, DNP, RN, CMSRN, CNE, the Director of Nursing Licensure and Compliance at Southern New Hampshire University, in Manchester, NH, a past member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board, and an author of the journal's “Nurses as Educators” column. Dr. Blevins discusses the role nurses play in managing health care cost and quality, the value of the teach-back process and how nurses can teach patients about self-care strategies, and the importance of nurses as educators.Sonya Blevins, DNP, RN, CMSRN, CNE, is the Director of Nursing Licensure and Compliance at New Hampshire University in Manchester, New Hampshire. She is a past member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board and currently serves as author of the journal's “Nurses as Educators” column.Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, CMSRN, OCNS-C, CNE, is a Contributing Faculty Member at Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a Nursing Online Faculty Member at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, New Hampshire, and the Editor of MEDSURG Nursing Journal.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

We've seen all kinds of jobs go virtual since the pandemic, but nursing? Actually, nursing started to go virtual in the acute care setting even before the pandemic. Now that remote work is increasing in popularity, some hospitals are looking to expand virtual nursing to different departments. Dr. Terri Hinkley, the CEO of the Medical Surgical Nursing Certificate Board and the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses, discusses how virtual nursing can alleviate the nursing shortage, improve patient care, and provide a better work life balance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board member Dr. Terry Jones talks with Dr. Linda Yoder, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, and Ms. Allison Ferro, a doctoral student also at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing. Their discussion centers on career development relationships, the differences between managerial coaching and mentorship, and how career development relationships can enhance one's career. Advice for nurses seeking a mentor is also discussed.Linda H. Yoder, PhD, MBA, RN, AOCN, FAAN, is a Professor and a Luci Baines Johnson Fellow in Nursing at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, in Austin, Texas.Allison Ferro, MHA, RN, FACHE, is a Doctoral Student at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, in Austin, Texas.Terry L. Jones, PhD, RN, FAAN, is an Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, Virginia, and is a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal's Editorial Board.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board member Dr. Barbara Potts talks with Dr. Deana Sievert, an experienced nurse leader, on the development of compassion fatigue through the recent pandemic. They discuss ways of helping nurses develop resiliency, and how organizations can, in an affordable way, help improve morale and destress nurses. Several resources nurses can use to help combat compassion fatigue are provided.Deana Sievert, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, is the Chief Nurse Officer, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, in Columbus, Ohio.Barbara Potts, DNP, M.Ed, RN, APRN-CNS, AACNS-AG, MEDSURG-BC, is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice and a Clinical Nurse Specialist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, in Columbus, Ohio, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

Terri Hinkley understands and respects why people might be opposed to abortion. But in the aftermath of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, the CEO of the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses is concerned about the unintended consequences she thinks the ruling will cause, particularly for nurses and other health care practitioners. Unprecedented gray areas. Life or death judgement calls. Mental trauma risks. Hinkley believes volatile dynamics like these will now all be in play in a state-driven, post-Roe world. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hygiene, including daily bathing and oral care, is critical in the hospitalized patient. In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board Member Dr. Kristi Campoe talks with Dr. Staci Reynolds, an Associate Professor at Duke University School of Nursing, and an Infection Prevention Clinical Nurse Specialist at Duke University Hospital, about her 2020 study focusing on patients' perspectives of missed hygiene care. In this discussion, Dr. Reynolds provides a deeper dive into her study findings, which will be published in the July/August 2022 issue of MEDSURG Nursing.Staci Reynolds, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNRN, SCRN, is an Associate Professor at Duke University School of Nursing, and an Infection Prevention Clinical Nurse Specialist at Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. This episode provides expanded information from Dr. Reynolds' article, “Patients' Perspectives of Missed Hygiene Care: A Focus Group Study,” published in the July/August 2022 issue of MEDSURG Nursing. Kristi R. Campoe, PhD, RN, CMSRN®, CPHQ, is a Professor of Nursing, Pasco-Hernando State College, Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, in Wesley Chapel, FL, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

The pandemic. Conspiracy theories. And now, the risk of criminal charges resulting from a mistake. These pressure points have emerged within the nursing profession in recent years, and are threatening both the short- and long-term stability of the field. Terri Hinkley, CEO of the Gloucester County, NJ-based Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses, gets us caught up to speed on the criminal case against former Vanderbilt nurse RaDonda Vaught, who faces charges of reckless homicide and felony abuse of an impaired adult after a patient in her care died from the wrong medication. Hinkley sees potentially disastrous implications, and considers the trial yet another factor that could drive people away from nursing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The nursing workforce has faced a staffing shortage since the early 2000s, with nurses leaving the profession due to retirement, burnout, or pay. This staffing shortage has been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, creating a staffing crisis. In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board Member Dr. Terry Jones, PhD, RN, leads a dynamic roundtable discussion with her colleagues from Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, who are creating a new care delivery model for their medical-surgical nursing units. Through their efforts, they aim to ease the burden of nurses through incentives and alternative staffing options during this unprecedented time in health care.Participants in today's call are part of an innovative team of nurse leaders at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Jeniece Roane, MA, NCC, is the Interim Vice President and Patient Care Services and Interim Chief Nursing Officer. Dr. Brett Neville, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, is the interim associate Vice president of Patient Care services and interim associate Chief Nursing Officer. Dale Wright, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, PCCN, is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Nurse Clinician for Professional Practice. Veronica Nolden the is Professional Practice Manager and the Magnet® Program Director. Rachel Weller is the Nurse Clinician of Acute Care MedicineLaura Pulliam Reitmeier, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, is the Nurse Manager of Acute Care Medicine. Dr. Heather Fudala, PhD, is the Program Director for Nursing Research and Innovation.Dr. Alison Montpetit, PhD, is the Nursing Director of the university's Clinical Excellence Probe. Dr. Terry L. Jones, PhD, RN, is an Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, Virginia, and is a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal's Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

As the author of the Nursing Management column in MEDSURG Nursing for 20 years, Donna Middaugh, PhD, RN, has shared valuable nursing management insights and solutions for daily practice. Dr. Middaugh is also passionate about supporting nurses' role in national, state, and organizational health policy decisions.In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editor Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, OCNS-C, CMSRN, talks with Dr. Middaugh about important health policy concerns facing the United States, and nursing's critical voice in addressing health disparities, access, and workforce issues.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal's website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board Member Dr. Diane Daddario talks about the specialty of medical-surgical nursing, her involvement with the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, and her service with the International Council of Nurses Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nursing Network. Through her work on the Communications subgroup of the International Council of Nurses, Dr. Daddario met Dwi Kartika Rukmi, an international member of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses from Indonesia. During their conversation, Dwi discusses the role of medical-surgical nurses in Indonesia.Diane Daddario, DNP, ANP-C, ACNS-BC, RN-BC, CMSRN, is a nurse practitioner in a skilled nursing facility and nursing faculty in Pennsylvania, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.Dwi Kartika Rukmi, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., Sp.Kep. MB, is a medical-surgical nursing lecturer in Jenderal Achmad Yani Yogyakarta University, a private university in Indonesia. © Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

Blinded peer review of manuscripts submitted for consideration to clinical, professional journals such as MEDSURG Nursing Journal is a crucial part of the publication process. Blinded peer review strengthens the content and quality of manuscripts, checks for clinical accuracy, and ultimately, seeks to provide nursing education to ensure patient safety. Manuscript reviewers have a great responsibility that provides integrity for the journal and professional satisfaction for reviewers.However, becoming a manuscript reviewer for a clinical, professional journal may seem daunting to those just getting started in the publication process. In this episode, Dr. Lynne Connelly, the Research Editor of MEDSURG Nursing Journal, interviews Dr. Dottie Roberts, Editor of MEDSURG Nursing Journal, about the manuscript peer review process and how you can start on the road to becoming a manuscript peer reviewer for the journal.Lynne M. Connelly, PhD, RN, is a Faculty Member at Benedictine College, Atchison, Kansas, and is the Research Editor of MEDSURG Nursing Journal. Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, OCNS-C, CMSRN, is a Contributing Faculty Member at Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is the Editor of MEDSURG Nursing Journal. Interested in becoming a reviewer for MEDSURG Nursing? Visit http://www.medsurgnursing.net/© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we get in depth about therapy with our guest, The NurseDoc, Dr. Wesley Willis! On this episode we get answers to: Is overcoming cheating healthy? Why is the black community hesitant to go to therapy? Has the events with BLM, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor affected black intimacy? What does "lifestyle medicine" mean? and more! Dr. Willis' bio: Wesley began his career with an Associates in Applied Science (AAS) with major in Nursing obtained from Central Alabama Community College in 2000. He went on to earn a Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) from Alabama State University (ASU) in 2002 and a Masters of Social Work (MSW) from The University of Alabama in 2003. Upon completion of his MSW, he moved to NYC to create a career bridging his Nursing & Social Work education. The first part of his career was focused on administration and case management. He obtained his Doctorate in Psychology (Psy.D) in 2009 from Argosy University at Arlington and Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Herbert H. Lehman College in 2011. Wesley is Board Certified in Medical-Surgical Nursing by the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses; Case Management by The Commission for Case Manager Certification; Critical Care Nursing by American Association of Critical-Care Nurses; Board Certified Diplomat (BCD) in Clinical Psychotherapy by The American Board of Examiners (ABE). He is licensed as a Registered Nurse, Clinical Social Work and Psychology in multiple jurisdictions. Wesley was the 2013 recipient of the New York Black Nurses (NYBNA), Nurse of the Year Award; New York City Assemblywoman Inez Dickens – Community Service Award. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for American Association of Men in Nursing (AAMN) and Board of Directors for the New York State Society for Clinical Social Workers (NYSSCSW). In 2010, Wesley founded RHIO Wellness…Reflective Healing & Inspiring Outcomes that he currently manages until today. He is the Co-Founder of “Safe Hands,” an NGO in Nairobi, Kenya working to address the mental health and wellness of children and adults throughout Africa. Dr. Willis' website: www.TheNurseDoc.com

Acute-on-chronic pain and tolerance are very complex issues. The bedside nurse plays a critical role in pain management, including medication reconciliation and making sure home medications are continued in the hospital. Patient education is imperative. Managing the patient’s expectation is key, but setting realistic goals is a must.MEDSURG Nursing routinely publishes articles on pain management. In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board Member Susan Bohnenkamp cites two such articles recently published in the journal and talks with Dr. Heather Carlisle, a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Arizona College of Nursing. Dr. Carlisle is certified in pain management and palliative care and has published extensively on the topic of opioid safety and patient monitoring in acute care settings. Prior to joining the faculty, she worked as a nurse practitioner on an acute pain service at a level one trauma center, where she consulted on patients with complex pain needs, particularly acute-on-chronic pain. She coordinated the Pain Resource Nurse Group, a group of med-surg nurses who meet monthly to discuss their challenges with pain management, and to share resources and expertise.Heather Carlisle, PhD, DNP, RN, AGACNP, FNP, ACHPN, is a Clinical Associate Professor and an AGACNP Specialty Coordinator at the University of Arizona College of Nursing in Tucson, Arizona.Susan Bohnenkamp, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CCM, is a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Banner University Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

You've identified a much-needed evidence-based practice, now what? Learn the right way to implement evidence-based practices with special guests Jill Arzouman, DNP, RN, ACNS, BC, CMSRN and Lynn Gallagher-Ford, PhD, RN, NE-BC, DPFNAP, FAAN   Jill Arzouman, DNP, RN, ACNS, BC, CMSRN is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and the Director of Nursing Professional Practice for Banner University Medical Center Tucson and South Campuses and Clinics. She co-leads the Evidence Based Practice Fellowship for Banner Health’s 28 hospital system. Jill has an academic appointment at the University of Arizona and oversees all DNP capstone projects that are conducted at her facilities. She is a past president of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses and has been an active member of the organization for over 20 years.  In addition, she serves as a mentor for the FULD Institute for Evidence-Based Practice.     Lynn Gallagher-Ford PhD, RN, NE-BC, DPFNAP, FAAN is senior director and clinical core director of the Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare, and clinical associate professor, College of Nursing, all at The Ohio State University. Gallagher-Ford’s clinical background in maternal-child health and nursing administration spans 30 years. She served in a variety of roles ranging from bedside clinician to chief nursing officer, in which she gained extensive experience and expertise in teaching and implementing evidence-based practice in real-world clinical settings.     HOST Alissa Brown, BSN, MSN, RN is a clinical nurse educator from the University of Utah Health. She has been working in the health care industry for almost 12 years, and started her nursing career as a med-surg bedside nurse on an Ortho, Trauma, and Surgical Specialty Unit. It was through that experience in the med-surg unit where she discovered a passion for education and pursued a master’s degree. She is a lifelong learner and loves to teach.  Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, she's not all work, and definitely enjoys play! She loves to travel and tries to plan as many vacations each year as she can with family and friends. Alissa loves to read, listen to podcasts, and geek out to documentaries and crime shows on the weekends. She's a total fair-weather fan when it comes to Utes Football, but will cheer in all the right places, or get mad when her husband tells her to during a game. Alissa is looking forward to conversations together on this AMSN podcast!                    

The increasing complexity of nursing duties and the drive to control costs are producing considerable pressure in nursing work environments. This often leads to increased levels of anxiety in nursing environments, which can be a challenge for nurses. One calming technique is coloring pre-drawn geometric designs, such as mandalas.The May/June 2020 issue of MEDSURG Nursing features the article entitled, “The Effect of Coloring Mandalas on the Anxiety of Medical-Surgical Nurses and Nursing Support Staff,” authored by Patricia Maguire, Ann Coughlan, Deborah Drayton, Hannah Lacko, Jessie Reich, and Linda Hatfield. In the article, Ms. Maguire and her coauthors discuss findings of their study, which suggest coloring pre-drawn mandalas is an effective, individualized way to lower anxiety in medical-surgical nurses and nursing staff.In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board Member Dr. Kristi Campoe, talks with three authors of the article, Ms. Patricia Maguire, Ms. Ann Coughlan, and Dr. Linda Hatfield. They provide deeper insight into their study findings and how mandala coloring could be used in nursing practice as an evidence-based intervention to decrease anxiety for medical-surgical staff.Patricia Maguire, MA, BSN, RN, CMSRN®, is Clinical Nurse IV and Senior Fellow, Professional Nursing Research Scholarship Program, at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.Ann Coughlan, BSN, RN, CMSRN®, is a Clinical Nurse II, Pennsylvania Hospital, in Philadelphia, PA.Linda Hatfield, PhD, NNP-BC, FAAN, is the Associate Professor of Evidence-Based Practice in the Department of Family and Community Health, at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, and the Director of Research and Evidence-based Practice, Pennsylvania Hospital, in Philadelphia, PA.Kristi R. Campoe, PhD, RN, CMSRN®, CPHQ, is a Professor of Nursing, Pasco-Hernando State College, Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, in Wesley Chapel, FL, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board member Mary L. Schreiber, MSN, RN, CMSRN, talks with Donna Avant, RPh, a registered pharmacist with Ehrhardt Pharmacy in Ehrhardt, South Carolina. Their discussion focuses on the medication reconciliation process and transition of care needs for patients who are discharged from the hospital. Creating an improved communication link and involving community pharmacists in the discharge plan can lead to a reduction in adverse medication events and reduce hospital re-admissions.Donna Avant, RPh, is a registered pharmacist with Ehrhardt Pharmacy in Ehrhardt, South Carolina. Mary L. Schreiber, MSN, RN, CMSRN, is a Nursing Faculty member at Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College, Orangeburg, South Carolina, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, we're learning more about The Nightingale Challenge. The World Health Organization is calling the year of 2020 “The Year of the Nurse and the Midwife,” honoring the 200th birthday of Florence Nightingale.  During 2020, Nursing Now is launching the Nightingale Challenge to invest in young nurses and midwives as it is essential for improving health and health care globally.  Nursing Now is a campaign to improve health globally by raising the status and profile of nursing.  The Nightingale Challenge offers young nurses an opportunity to be part of a global movement that will equip and empower the next generation to be advocates in health.  AMSN is excited to be able to provide this opportunity to our younger members to assist them in their career growth and to provide them opportunities to expand their leadership skills. GUESTS Summer Bryant, DNP, RN, CMSRN, is a managing consultant for BRG|Prism Healthcare where she serves as a subject matter expert for medical-surgical nursing processes and patient care delivery. She is currently the President-Elect of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses. She is a seasoned healthcare leader with more than 19 years of clinical expertise and nursing leadership experience in medical-surgical environments. She has led teams in a variety of areas to transform performance, reduce staff turnover, and deliver high-quality care and patient service. Dr. Bryant is adept at managing projects and leading people while building a cohesive, collaborative environment and developing nurses and other staff members into leaders.  She has completed research studying the effect of the Lean Management System on unfinished nursing care in a medical-surgical setting.  Prior to serving on AMSN’s Board of Directors, she was a member of the Clinical Practice Committee, member of the Exemplary Practice Task Force, and Chair of the AMSN PRISM Award Task Force.  She is a member of several professional nursing organizations, to include the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, the American Nurses Association, the Kansas Nurses Association, and Sigma Theta Tau International.  Dr. Bryant received three degrees from The University of Kansas, a BSN, as well as a MSN and DNP focused in Organizational Leadership.   Jennifer Kennedy, MS, RN-BC, has been practicing nursing for over 20 years and is Board Certified in three specialties; Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, Certified Nurse Educator and Nursing Professional Development.  She graduated from Northern Illinois University with her Masters in Nursing Education and currently is an assistant professor at George Williams College of Aurora University.  She has an extensive background in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Orthopedics. Jennifer is a member of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nursing national association and currently serves as on their national nursing board as treasurer.   HOST Alissa Brown, BSN, MSN, RN is a clinical nurse educator from the University of Utah Health. She has been working in the health care industry for almost 12 years, and started her nursing career as a med-surg bedside nurse on an Ortho, Trauma, and Surgical Specialty Unit. It was through that experience in the med-surg unit where she discovered a passion for education, and pursued a master’s degree. She is a lifelong learner, and loves to teach.  Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, she's not all work, and definitely enjoys play! She loves to travel, and tries to plan as many vacations each year as she can with family and friends. Alissa loves to read, listen to podcasts, and geek out to documentaries and crime shows on the weekends. She's a total fair-weather fan when it comes to Utes Football, but will cheer in all the right places, or get mad when her husband tells her to during a game. Alissa is looking forward to conversations together on this AMSN podcast!

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board member Dr. Cynthia Ward talks with Dr. Donna Bond about respiratory compromise. Dr. Bond provides information regarding why respiratory compromise is of concern for medsurg nurses; the importance of awareness of respiratory compromise to help reduce adverse events and patient deaths; how medsurg nurses can increase their awareness through recommendations, clinical education, and training; policies that should be put in place to guide nursing practice; and the role of medsurg nurses in treating patients with respiratory compromise. Donna Bond, DNP, RN, CCNS, AE-C, CTTS, is a Clinical Nurse Specialist also at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA; and is an active member in several nursing organizations, including the Virginia Chapter of Clinical Nurse Specialists; the Respiratory Nursing Society Interprofessional Collaborative, and the Respiratory Compromise Institute. Other organizations where she has contributed her time are Sigma Theta Tau, as a founding member of Tau Phi; and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. She currently serves on the national board of the Respiratory Compromise Institute representing the Clinical Nurse Specialist role as one of two nurses on the board, and represented the Clinical Nurse Specialist role/Respiratory Nursing Society on the national CONCERT workshop to determine priorities for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. She carries certification as a Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Asthma Educator, and Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Recently she was inducted into the first class of fellows at the 2019 Annual National Clinical Nurse Specialist conference. Donna has presented at many national conferences as both a speaker and poster presenter. She has also been published for her work with adolescents in tobacco prevention, asthma education, and the Clinical Nurse Specialist role. Cynthia Ward, DNP, RN-BC, CMSRN®, ACNS-BC, is a Surgical Clinical Nurse Specialist, Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, we’re deepening our understanding of evidence-based practice and talking about how to effectively promote evidence-based practice within your hospital or organization. GUESTS Jill Arzouman, DNP, RN, ACNS, BC, CMSRN is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and the Director of Nursing Professional Practice for Banner University Medical Center Tucson and South Campuses and Clinics. She co-leads the Evidence Based Practice Fellowship for Banner Health’s 28 hospital system. Jill has an academic appointment at the University of Arizona and oversees all DNP capstone projects that are conducted at her facilities. She is a past president of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses and has been an active member of the organization for over 20 years.  In addition, she serves as a mentor for the FULD Institute for Evidence Based Practice. Lynn Gallagher-Ford PhD, RN, NE-BC, DPFNAP, FAAN is senior director and clinical core director of the Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare, and clinical associate professor, College of Nursing, all at The Ohio State University. Gallagher-Ford’s clinical background in maternal-child health and nursing administration spans 30 years. She served in a variety of roles ranging from bedside clinician to chief nursing officer, in which she gained extensive experience and expertise in teaching and implementing evidence-based practice in real-world clinical settings. HOST Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in the United States. She accomplished the first task in 1985 and then in 1991, immigrated to America. She currently serves as a Division Director for Medical Surgical Education for HCA. She has also been afforded the wonderful opportunity to teach Med Surg Review Courses across the United States and in Europe for AMSN. Collecting air miles and sharing stores along the way, she is thrilled to join the Podcast team and recognize that the specialty of medical surgical nursing is alive and well. Caroline lives with her husband Jimmy, in Tampa, FL and has two grown daughters, Jennifer & Emily.  

In this special episode, we’re bringing the experts together to talk about the experience that awaits you at the Annual AMSN Convention. GUESTS Maureen Murphy, BS-HCA, RN, CMSRN, Chair of the 2019 AMSN Convention Program Planning Committee         Katie Locke, Membership Manager for the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses         HOST Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN

In this episode, Dr. Peter Buerhaus discusses with MEDSURG Nursing Editor Dr. Dottie Roberts the projected outlook on the worsening nursing and healthcare provider shortage, why nurse practitioners may be an achievable solution to the crisis, and his recommendations to successfully overcome the shortage. Peter Buerhaus, PhD, RN, FAAN, is the Professor of Nursing and Director at the Center for Interdisciplinary Health Workforce Studies, College of Nursing, Montana State University, in Bozeman, Montana.Dottie Roberts, EdD, MSN, MACI, RN, CMSRN, OCNS-C®, CNE, is Editor of MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, and is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nursing Instructor at Walden University, in Lexington, South Carolina.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at medsurgnursing.netProduction management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selection by Scott Holmes http://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, we'll be focusing on the Future of Nursing.  There are so many policy-making decisions which affect our patients and our practice on a daily basis.  It’s important for all of us to join together with our Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses to exercise our voice in the policy-making process.  It all begins with expanding our knowledge and understanding of the issues and extends to all of us playing a role in future legislative decisions.   GUEST - COL (RET) Linda Yoder, PhD, MBA, RN, AOCN, FAAN GUEST - Frank Purcell, Legislative Consultant to AMSN HOST - Chelsea Parker

Many nurses experience high emotional exhaustion, which may lead to burnout. Workplace stressors contribute to exhaustion. Strategies to overcome these stressors and increase resilience may help nurses create positive environments, thrive in their work, and prevent burnout.In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board member Susan Bohnenkamp talks with Dr. Wanda Larson, the RN Program Director of Nursing Research at Banner University Medical Center, and the Program Coordinator and Assistant Clinical Professor of the University of Arizona College of Nursing in Tucson, Arizona, about resiliency in the professional practice of nursing. Wanda Larson, PhD, M. Ed., RN, CEN, CPEN, is the RN Program Director of Nursing Research, Banner University Medical Center, and the Program Coordinator, Masters Entry to Professional Nursing (MEPN) and an Assistant Clinical Professor of the University of Arizona College of Nursing in Tucson, Arizona.Susan Bohnenkamp, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CCM; Clinical Nurse Specialist at Banner University Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona, and is a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at medsurgnursing.net. Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selection by Scott_Holmes http://www.scottholmesmusic.com