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Today's guest is Jessica Vaughn, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCDS, CCDS-O, CRC, CDI education specialist for ACDIS and HCPro. Our intro and outro music for the ACDIS Podcast is “medianoche” by Dee Yan-Kay and our ad music is “Take Me Higher” by Jahzzar, both obtained from the Free Music Archive. Have questions about today's show or ideas for a future episode? Contact the ACDIS team at info@acdis.org. Want to submit a question for a future "listener questions" episode? Fill out this brief form!  CEU info: Each ACDIS Podcast episode offers 0.5 ACDIS CEU which can be used toward recertifying your CCDS or CCDS-O credential for those who listen to the show in the first four days from the time of publication. To receive your 0.5 CEU, go to the show page on acdis.org, by clicking on the “ACDIS Podcast” link located under the “Free Resources” tab. To take the evaluation, click the most recent episode from the list on the podcast homepage, view the podcast recording at the bottom of that show page, and click the live link at the very end after the music has ended. Your certificate will be automatically emailed to you upon submitting the brief evaluation. (Note: If you are listening via a podcast app, click this link to go directly to the show page on acdis.org: https://acdis.org/acdis-podcast/outpatient-cdi-retrospective-reviews) Note: To ensure your certificate reaches you and does not get trapped in your organization's spam filters, please use a personal email address when completing the CEU evaluation form. The cut-off for today's episode CEU is Sunday, June 21, at 11:00 p.m. Eastern. After that point, the CEU period will close, and you will not be eligible for the 0.5 CEU for this week's episode. ACDIS update: Respond to the 2026 CDI Week Industry Survey by July 6! (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026-CDI-Week-Industry-Survey)

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.   

In this episode, Nicolle W. Davis, PhD, RN, SCRN, FAHA, Director of the Mobile Stroke Program at UF Health, and Janice Walker, DHA, MBA-HCM, NEA-BC, BSN, RN, System Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President at UF Health, join the podcast to discuss the development of stroke protocols and the growth of innovative mobile stroke programs. They share how bringing specialized stroke care directly to patients can improve outcomes, reduce treatment delays, and strengthen coordinated care across the health system.

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.   

In this "Meet the Experts" HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson, MS speaks with Nicole Dellise, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, NEA-BC, CHFN, CCK, FACC, vice president of Care Transformation Services at MedAxiom. With an extensive background in advanced heart failure and structural heart care, Nicole shares insights on her leadership style, passion for patient access and where she believes cardiovascular programs can make the biggest impact right now. Discover what motivates Nicole as a leader and what energizes her beyond the workplace.

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.   

In honor of Nurses Month, this episode explores the unique power of nurses, grounded in trust, human connection, and frontline insight, and how that power can shape care, leadership, equity, and policy in today's health care system. Joining us for this discussion is Jennifer S. Mensik Kennedy, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, a nationally recognized nursing leader and the 38th president of the American Nurses Association, where she advocates on behalf of the nation's 5.5 million registered nurses. The conversation weaves together advocacy, technology, burnout, and purpose, ultimately calling for health care leaders to take concrete action to protect nurses and fully realize their impact. Transcript

Nurse turnover is one of the most persistent challenges in healthcare leadership, and one of the clearest signals an organization sends about its culture. So how do you build a culture nurses don't want to leave? In this episode, Charlene talks with Cheryl Reinking, Chief Nursing Officer at El Camino Health, which recently earned its fifth Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, placing it among fewer than 2% of hospitals nationwide. Cheryl has spent nearly four decades at El Camino, and she walks through what 20 years of sustained Magnet excellence actually looks like at the manager and frontline level, including how the organization brought its post-COVID turnover rate from a peak of 12.7% back below 5%. We also get into the business case: how Cheryl uses her hospital foundation to fund retention pilots, what she puts in an ROI plan, and what kinds of recognition actually move the needle versus the kinds that don't. What's covered: (00:58) What it takes to sustain Magnet designation over 20 years (02:59) What Magnet looks like in practice at the manager and frontline level (07:30) A nurse manager's typical Tuesday morning at El Camino (09:25) Software platforms and the role of a dedicated nurse retention specialist (14:00) How El Camino brought turnover back below 5% after the pandemic (17:15) Building the business case for retention investments (21:18) Recognition that moves the needle vs. recognition that doesn't (23:30) What Cheryl wishes she'd known earlier about retention Host: Charlene Platon, MS, RN, FNP-BC (@charleneplaton) Guest: Cheryl Reinking, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, DipACLM — Chief Nursing Officer, El Camino Health https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylreinking/ About the show: ACNL in Action is a production of the Association of California Nurse Leaders, the professional organization for nurse leaders. New episodes come out on the first Friday of every month. Want to support ACNL? Consider making a donation: https://www.acnl.org/circleofgiving. Learn more about ACNL, including how to become a member, at acnl.org. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn at @acnlnurse.

Ama Mathewos, MPA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, is a nurse, certified executive coach, and founder of Evolve Lead Succeed. After nearly two decades in nursing, from med-surg and oncology floors in New York City to six years as a nurse manager that spanned the COVID-19 pandemic, Ama led her team from significant challenges to achieving ANCC Magnet designation. That journey crystallized her belief that emotionally intelligent, well-supported nurse leaders aren't just good for teams, they're essential for patients, communities, and the future of the profession.  Now, through her coaching company and her role at Maimonides Medical Center, she is doing something deceptively simple and urgently necessary: being there for nurse leaders when it's hard. Listen as Ama reflects on what it means to fully see yourself as a nurse, and why that self-recognition might be the most powerful tool in healthcare.    For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education. Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.

Robyn Barriffe, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN-K, didn't set out to become a nurse. A single mother of four, she felt something like a divine nudge and went for it. More than two decades later, having led nursing teams at NorthShore Health System in Chicago, Novant Health in North Carolina, and most recently Atrium Health Pineville, where she guided the hospital to its first-ever ANCC Pathway to Excellence designation, Robyn has just taken on the CNO role at Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida. Across every institution, her philosophy has remained the same: the organization is the patient, and quality metrics, teammate engagement, and patient experience are vital signs.  Now, as a Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellow, Robyn has discovered a framework she believes the profession has been missing. The fellowship, led by Marion Leary, PhD, MPH, RN, of Penn Nursing, pairs human-centered design methodology with Wharton leadership training and culminates in each team of fellows pitching a solution to a real problem inside their own health system.    For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at: https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education. Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at: hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.

Inspired by stories of the nurses who cared for her cousin, who traveled to the US from the Bahamas for open-heart surgery,  Marguerite Rowell, MSN, MSM/HM, MBA, ONC, SCRN, NEA-BC, decided in the eighth grade that she wanted to be a nurse. She came to the United States, joined Baptist Health South Florida, and spent nearly 25 years advancing from staff nurse to charge nurse, to manager, to director, to Assistant Vice President of Nursing, where she helped open the Miami Cancer Institute and served as interim Chief Nursing Officer. But throughout every promotion, one problem never left her: healthcare finance. Nurse leaders are handed multi-million-dollar budgets and a binder from a training session, and then immediately sent back to the floor, where the commitment to patients and staff takes center stage.  So, she built NurseMath: a mobile app that puts the financial calculations nurse leaders need, ROI, contribution margin, proforma, staffing ratios, right in their pocket, wherever they are. Marguerite makes the case that nurses are multi-dimensional creators at the helm of the innovations that will transform healthcare.    For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at: https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education. Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at: hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.

  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.   

"Interventional oncology has really evolved into an important component of modern cancer care and is often described now as the fourth pillar alongside medical, surgical, and radiation oncology. The specialty now encompasses a broad spectrum of image-guided procedures that support from cancer diagnosis, treatment, to effectively managing symptoms that are caused by the disease. In other words, what we're seeing is that across the continuum of care, IO is playing a vital role," ONS member Evelyn P. Wempe, DNP, MBA, APRN, ACNP-BC, AOCNP®, CRN, NEA-BC, executive director for advanced practice providers for the oncology service line at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in Florida, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about interventional oncology. Music Credit: "Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by April 3, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to interventional oncology as a treatment modality for cancer. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  ONS Podcast™ episodes: Episode 347: Care Considerations for Radiopharmaceuticals and Theranostics in Patients With Cancer Episode 285: Transarterial Chemoembolization: The Oncology Nurse's Role ONS Voice articles: Advancements in Interventional Oncology Ease Pain and Limit Opioid Use Build Your Confidence in Understanding Vascular IO Procedures From Heat to Cold to Electrical Pulses, Here's How Percutaneous IO Can Preserve Life and Function Interventional Oncology Is an Evolving Subspecialty for Oncology Nurses Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Interventional Oncology (December 2025 supplement) Expanding the Scope: The Emergence of Interventional Oncology Nursing The Evolution of Interventional Oncology and the Specialized Role of Oncology Nursing Interventional Oncology Learning Library Interventional Oncology Huddle Card Society of Interventional Oncology Association for Radiologic and Imaging Nursing Society of Interventional Radiology: Cancer resources RadiologyInfo.org (Radiological Society of North America) To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode "In the 1990s, tumor-focused procedures such as embolization and ablation began to emerge, marking a shift toward oncologic applications. The 2000s saw rapid technologic advancements that expanded the scope and volume of oncology-directed interventions, including vascular access device placement, liver-directed transcatheter therapies for tumor control, and more sophisticated ablation modalities. Today, interventional oncology, or IO, extends beyond procedural work, encompassing comprehensive clinical care through dedicated IO clinics that support patient consultations, treatment planning, and postprocedure follow-up." TS 1:50 "In the immediate postprocedure phase, the IO nurse plays a critical role in patient safety in education, and oftentimes it may not be the same nurse that's caring for the patient in the procedural environment versus the postprocedural environment. But the role is really about continuous need to assess the patient's comfort level, to ensure that there is hemodynamic stability of the patient while closely monitoring for complications such as bleeding at the access site—of course, depending on the procedure—if there's any hematoma formation or changes in vital signs, or if there's any pain that needs to be addressed. Most importantly is maintaining patient safety in that immediate phase after the procedure." TS 8:07 "Before an IO procedure, both teams really must review the patient's clinical status. There has to be a clear understanding of: Is this patient ready to undergo a procedure? Is there any necessary imaging that needs to be done, as well as laboratory review and any systemic treatments, that may affect procedural planning? And oftentimes, in my experience, really, the oncology nurses are the ones really speaking with each other based on what the decision has been from both teams working together and communicating this to the patient." TS 13:49 "I think the oncology nurse needs to assess the patient's baseline understanding of interventional oncology. I often began my visits with a simple, open-ended question, 'Tell me why you're here today.' This allowed me to gauge their knowledge of the specialty and the purpose of the visit with the IO team. And in many cases, patients were unfamiliar with interventional oncology, which meant education needed to start with an explanation of what IO is and how it fits into their cancer care journey. Once that foundation was established, I was then able to introduce information about the specific procedure and its role in their overall treatment plan. And we can work together to establish goals of care and health. Having this approach ensured patients were informed, engaged, and better prepared for the procedure ahead." TS 16:06 "As nurses explore career options, interventional oncology is definitely one to consider. It really unites technology and innovation, and I think that's where we're heading with health care, with so much advancement in research and science. There's definitely a place for oncology nurses in this space, and it would be great to see that continue to flourish." TS 24:23

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.   

In this episode, Kate FitzPatrick, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Chief Nurse Executive at Jefferson Health, discusses integrating nursing teams across a newly expanded 33-hospital system, strengthening community partnerships, and scaling flexible workforce models. She also shares how nurse leaders can improve care transitions, support a growing number of early-career nurses, and redesign care delivery for the future workforce.

In this episode, Kate FitzPatrick, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Chief Nurse Executive at Jefferson Health, discusses integrating nursing teams across a newly expanded 33-hospital system, strengthening community partnerships, and scaling flexible workforce models. She also shares how nurse leaders can improve care transitions, support a growing number of early-career nurses, and redesign care delivery for the future workforce.

In this episode, Kate FitzPatrick, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Chief Nurse Executive at Jefferson Health, discusses integrating nursing teams across a newly expanded 33-hospital system, strengthening community partnerships, and scaling flexible workforce models. She also shares how nurse leaders can improve care transitions, support a growing number of early-career nurses, and redesign care delivery for the future workforce.

  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.   

How do trauma-informed care and Respectful Maternity Care converge to strengthen readiness across maternity care settings? Our guest experts discuss where practice gaps persist and how new and revamped tools support more consistent, respectful, and trauma-responsive care throughout the perinatal continuum. Listeners will gain practical perspectives on aligning these complementary frameworks, strengthening clinical readiness, and fostering systems that prioritize dignity, autonomy, and psychological safety for birthing individuals. Nursing Contact Hours: 1.0 nursing contact hours (NCPD activity available through 1/20/2029) To receive contact hours for this continuing education activity, participants must: Listen to the entire podcast episode. Add episode evaluation to your cart. Access the post-episode evaluation in the AWHONN Learning Center. Claim Your Credit: Access the evaluation and documentation Meet our guests: Shawana Burnette, DNP, NEA-BC, ANLC-P, CLNC, FAWHONN Read More Shawana Burnette is an innovative thought leader with over 20+ years of nursing leadership experience and 22+ years of experience as an OB nurse. Shawana works closely with AWHONN's efforts to impact cultures of Respectful Maternal Care (RMC), serving as a member of the evidence-based group to develop the framework and toolkit for RMC initiatives. She is currently the Director of Nursing Excellence Programs for Advocate Health Enterprise Nursing, where she supports the ANCC designation program portfolio through resource alignment and strategic collaboration. Shawana has been recognized as one of North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses, a Daisy Nurse Leader award recipient, and an inaugural AWHONN Fellow. She is an ardent advocate for rightful care outcomes with a commitment to creating inclusive care cultures for all. Maggie Runyon, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM (she/her) Read More Maggie Runyon is a nurse, educator, writer, and speaker. She began her nursing career in 2009 and has since practiced in hospitals and communities around the country. In 2019, Maggie founded the non-profit Your BIRTH Partners with a mission to cultivate inclusive, collaborative birth care environments rooted in autonomy, respect, and equity. Maggie is currently pursuing her PhD in Nursing and loves educating, mentoring, and learning alongside nurses. She recently authored her first book, I Thought I Was Here to Help, which chronicles her early career journey and the lessons she has learned. Her advocacy focuses on improving perinatal care in hospital environments through trauma-informed care, affirming nurses' agency, and community collaboration. Episode Resources AWHONN Respectful Maternity Care (RMC) Program  RMC Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Program  RMC Designation  The Trauma Informed Birth Nurse Program  Runyon, M. C., Burgess, A., & Spielman, K. L. (2025). Attitudes about trauma-informed care among nurse and physician leaders in birthing hospitals in Maryland. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jogn.2025.11.005.  Author's Perspective Video  Runyon, M. C., Irby, M. N., Rojas Landivar, P., and Pascucci, C. (2025). Reframing obstetric violence culture: A concept analysis. Journal of Advanced Nursing. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.70323.   Embodied Trauma-Informed Care Framework  Traumatic Stress Institute – Attitudes Related to Trauma-Informed Care Scale (ARTIC)  The Trauma-Informed Climate Scale-10 (TICS-10)     Accreditation Statement The Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. AWHONN is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP580 The post Leveraging Tools for Trauma-Informed, Respectful Maternity Care appeared first on AWHONN.

In this episode of The Nurse Practitioner Podcast, Julia Rogers, DNP, APRN, CNS, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN and Patti Ludwig-Beymer, PhD, RN, CTN-A, NEA-BC, CPPS, FTNSS, FAAN discuss mentoring.

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.   

How do issues in the nursing workforce affect patients in our local hospital systems? A nursing shortage, higher visa fees for international nurses, and questions about recognizing nursing as a professional degree have been top of mind for industry professionals in the region. We sit down with the experts to discuss what they are seeing and efforts to expand the workforce and access to care. In studio: Stephanie Bakker, MS, RN, FNP-BC, family nurse practitioner at Highland Hospital and student in the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program at URMC Sarah Corsette, MS, RN, MEDSURG-BC, senior RN 3, leader on the Unit Professional Governance Council, and officer for the Professional Nursing Council at the University of Rochester Medical Center Lisa Kitko, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, dean and professor of nursing and geriatric medicine at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, chair in nursing education for the Independence Foundation, and vice president of the University of Rochester Medical Center E. Kate Valcin, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN, CNL, FCCM, chief nursing executive at URMC, assistant dean of clinical practice and assistant professor of clinical nursing at the University of Rochester School of Nursing ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

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.   

What can we be doing to reduce LDL-C to decrease the risk for cardiovascular disease, particularly in our patients with diabetes? Learn from Margo B. Minissian, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, NEA-BC, FAAN about the role of high blood sugar in cardiovascular disease, effective strategies for lowering LDL-C, and the importance of early treatment.Related Resources:PCNA Lipid Resources for Providers and PatientsPCNA Diabetes Resources for Providers and Patients2018 AHA/ACC Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol2019 ACC/AHA Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular DiseaseIVUS Regression Trials: REVERSAL (2004), ASTEROID (2006); SATURN (2011); GLAGOV (2016); PRECISE-IVUS(2015); JAPAN-ACS (2009)COURAGE trialVESALIUS-CV trialPleiotropic effects of statinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Callie Dobbins, RN, MSN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President of Children's at Atrium Health. Discover how she transitioned from clinical care to leadership, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and strategic vision in healthcare. Learn valuable insights on advocating for a supportive environment for future healthcare leaders. Don't miss this impactful conversation — click to listen now!  Learn more about Callie Dobbins, RN, MSN, NEA-BC  

In this episode, Cheryl Reinking, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, DipACLM, Chief Nursing Officer at El Camino Health, discusses how strategic investment in nurse education, career pathways, and workforce development is improving retention, safety, and patient care outcomes.

Population health strategies and technology are reshaping cardiovascular care. In this MedAxiom HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson, MS sits down with Chanel Swartz, MBA, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, vice president of value-based care operations at US Heart and Vascular. They explore how remote patient monitoring is enabling care teams to scale, improve outcomes, and manage large patient populations, all while reducing clinician burden.

In this “Meet the Experts” HeartTalk episode, host Melanie Lawson, MS, talks with Jenny Kennedy, DNP, RN, CHFN, NEA-BC, FACC, vice president of Care Transformation Services at MedAxiom. She explains the importance of being intentional when setting up remote heart failure programs and lessons from her nursing experience. She shares how her desire to “be a giant”—lift others up rather than seek the spotlight—guides her leadership. Additionally, she reflects on the spirit of Florence Nightingale, offering insights that may shift your view of team-based care and the future of cardiology.Guest Bio:Jenny KennedyDNP, RN, CHFN, NEA-BC, FACCVice President of Care Transformation Services, MedAxiomAs Vice President of Care Transformation Services at MedAxiom, Jenny advises cardiovascular programs and industry organizations across the country on clinical pathways, guideline implementation, quality improvement, operations, disease-specific certification, remote management, strategic planning and more. She is passionate about developing programs that span the care continuum and serve those with complex health diseases to benefit communities, patients and care providers. She encourages innovation and understands the importance of building relationships with mutual trust to empower high-performing teams that can change the lives of the communities they serve.Jenny brings nearly 20 years of clinical and leadership experience in the healthcare field, with a focus in cardiology, to her role at MedAxiom. Prior to joining the team, Jenny was the director of heart failure and electrophysiology at Wellstar Health System in the metropolitan Atlanta area. She has vast experience with clinic operations, cardiology and specialty clinics, and coordination of programs that span the care continuum.Jenny holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice, a Master of Science in Nursing specializing in healthcare system leadership, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. A lifelong learner, she holds Certified Heart Failure Nurse and Nurse Executive Advanced Certifications. She is also an active member of the Association of Heart Failure Nurses.

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You're not crazy, and you're not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your peri journey.Today's episode is titled “Turning Down the Heat Understanding & Managing Hot Flashes in Perimenopause” Doctors Christine Hart Kress, Aoife O'Sullivan, and Rebbecca Hertel demystify the science of hot flashes and night sweats, moving beyond myths to reveal common triggers. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies and treatments that will help you turn down the heat!

After 6 years of bringing listeners key insights into the most pressing topics in oncology, ACCC's podcast, CANCER BUZZ, has gotten a facelift! In this episode, CANCER BUZZ brings back our first podcast guest, Tina Curtis, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, executive director of cancer services at Froedtert Hospital. In the June 26, 2019, inaugural CANCER BUZZ episode, Dr. Curtis spoke about her institution's 24-hour, oncology-only urgent care clinic, which earned the cancer program a 2018 ACCC Innovator Award. Today, she's returned with her colleague Jayme Cotter to share an update on that program, as well as recent innovations happening at Froedtert Hospital. "I would venture to guess I've probably talked to no less than 20 or 25 different organizations that found out about the 24-hour urgent care clinic through ACCC's journal and podcast…to have meaningful conversations about where and how to start." Tina Curtis "Another piece that we are looking at expanding is the ability to have a virtual visit from the 24-hour clinic advanced practice providers." Jayme Cotter Guests Tina Curtis, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC Executive Director of Cancer Services Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center, Froedtert Hospital Campus Milwaukee, WI   Jayme Cotter, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, AOCNS Director for Clinical Practice & Program Development for the Cancer Service Line Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center, Froedtert Hospital Campus Milwaukee, WI   Additional Resources: A Pilot 24-Hour Urgent Care Oncology Clinic Reduces ED Use and Cuts Costs Ochsner Chemotherapy Care Companion: Improving Outcomes through Digital Medicine Leveraging Technology to Develop an Express Symptom Management Program & Prevent ED Visits Expediting Cancer Treatment Through a Rapid Access APP-Led Diagnostic Clinic Shaw at Home: An Oncology Specific Home and Community-Based Palliative Care Program – [Mini Podcast] Ep 193 Delivering Hospital Level Acute Care at Home: Learning from Huntsman at Home

In this episode, Diane Constantine, MBA, MSN, NI-BC, NEA-BC, Senior Director of Informatics at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, discusses using informatics to enhance clinician efficiency, promote well-being, and integrate AI responsibly to strengthen both patient outcomes and the human side of care.

Curious about what the present state of politics means for our med-surg nursing specialty?  In this episode, the co-hosts welcome AMSN Advocacy and Legislative Committee Board Liaison Yalanda Comeaux and Incoming Chair Michael Urton to share the latest updates on the legislative issues impacting the future of med-surg nursing. From staffing and workplace safety to Title VIII funding and workforce development, they'll explain how AMSN is making sure the voices, challenges, and expertise of med-surg nurses are heard by lawmakers who can make a difference.   Yalanda Comeaux, MSN/Ed., M.J., BA, RN, CMSRN is a nurse of 30-years with experience spanning in specialties like post-operative care (PACU) nursing, acute care, critical care, med-surg/telemetry, nurse educator, and adjunct faculty in teaching med-surg. clinical. Currently working as clinical nurse at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Yalanda has an MSN/Ed. and holds a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law & Policy (M.J.) from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law, she is a grant recipient of the 2016 NIWI (Nurse In Washington Internship) that allowed her the opportunity to travel to Washington, DC on the "Hill" where she acted as a nurse advocate on behalf of medical-surgical nurses. After her return from Congress Yalanda's work as a volunteer with AMSN began, her involvement include working as committee chairperson for the Legislative team, working as a member on several taskforce projects and currently acting in the role as a member of the Board of Directors. Yalanda is a Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN®) and is a self-published author of RN Bound: A Guide for Becoming a Successful Nurse (2016). Michael Urton, DNP, APRN, AGCNS, NEA-BC, FAMSN, is a board-certified adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialist and is currently the director of advanced practice nursing at Duke University Health System in Durham, North Carolina. He is vice chair of the AMSN Advocacy and Legislative Committee. Dr. Urton holds a faculty appointment at East Carolina University and retired from the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. MEET OUR SPECIAL GUESTS   MEET OUR CO-HOST FOR THIS EPISODE 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!

Today's guest is Jessica Vaughn, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCDS, CCDS-O, CRC, CDI education specialist for ACDIS/HCPro. Today's show is hosted by ACDIS Director Rebecca Hendren. Our intro and outro music for the ACDIS Podcast is “medianoche” by Dee Yan-Kay and our ad music is “Take Me Higher” by Jahzzar, both obtained from the Free Music Archive. Have questions about today's show or ideas for a future episode? Contact the ACDIS team at info@acdis.org. Want to submit a question for a future "listener questions" episode? Fill out this brief form!  CEU info: Each ACDIS Podcast episode offers 0.5 ACDIS CEU which can be used toward recertifying your CCDS or CCDS-O credential for those who listen to the show in the first four days from the time of publication. To receive your 0.5 CEU, go to the show page on acdis.org, by clicking on the “ACDIS Podcast” link located under the “Free Resources” tab. To take the evaluation, click the most recent episode from the list on the podcast homepage, view the podcast recording at the bottom of that show page, and click the live link at the very end after the music has ended. Your certificate will be automatically emailed to you upon submitting the brief evaluation. (Note: If you are listening via a podcast app, click this link to go directly to the show page on acdis.org: https://acdis.org/acdis-podcast/outpatient-cdi-faqs) Note: To ensure your certificate reaches you and does not get trapped in your organization's spam filters, please use a personal email address when completing the CEU evaluation form. The cut-off for today's episode CEU is Sunday, October 12, at 11:00 p.m. Eastern. After that point, the CEU period will close, and you will not be eligible for the 0.5 CEU for this week's episode. ACDIS update: Respond to the 2025 CDI Salary Survey by October 24! (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025-CDI-Salary-Survey)   Learn more about the ACDIS CDI Scholarship program, including eligibility, the application process, and the selection process! (http://bit.ly/3I5Oliq) Apply for an ACDIS CDI Scholarship by November 23! (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ACDISscholarship2025) ACDIS members can register for our final Quarterly Member Call of 2025 (happening on November 20) now! (http://bit.ly/42QTrGv)  

In this episode, Nursing Economic$ Editor Dr. Donna Nickitas talks with Kimberly J. Harper, CEO Emeritus and Executive Consultant for the Indiana Center for Nursing, and Board Chair Emeritus of the Nurses on Boards Coalition in Indianapolis, Indiana, along with Dr. Cole Edmonson, the CEO of the Nurses on Boards Coalition in Dallas, Texas.Kimberly J. Harper, MS, RN, FAAN, is CEO Emeritus and Executive Consultant for the Indiana Center for Nursing, and Board Chair Emeritus of the Nurses on Boards Coalition in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Cole Edmonson, DNP, RN, FAAN, is the CEO of the Nurses on Boards Coalition in Dallas, Texas.  Donna M. Nickitas, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, CNE, FAAN, is Dean and Professor of the Rutgers School of Nursing, in Camden, New Jersey, and the Editor of Nursing Economic$.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.To learn more about Nursing Economic$, visit http://www.nursingeconomics.net Visit our new JPI journal platform at www.jannettipublications.comMusical selections by Scott Holmes.http://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode of the Healthcare Plus Podcast, Quint Studer talks to Dr. Heather Resseger and Jonna Taylor, two powerhouse leaders at NorthBay Health, a  health system in Solano County, California.Dr. Heather Resseger, senior VP, chief hospital operations officer, and chief nursing officer, and Jonna Taylor, recently promoted to director of acute care services, walk listeners through the systemwide cultural transformation that's rewiring leadership, restoring joy to the front lines, and reconnecting teams to their purpose. Together, they've built a workplace characterized by trust, ownership, and relationship-building. Best of all, it's producing measurable gains in employee engagement, patient experience, and safety.Jonna shares how one powerful reframe (asking patients, “What is your biggest worry or concern right now?”) led to a 70-point leap in patient experience scores within one month. She also explains how her team drove down patient-handling injuries to zero. From skill-building rounds to a peer-led safety culture to values-based mentoring to a bold approach to performance accountability, this conversation offers practical takeaways for any leader working to create a culture of excellence. It's a glimpse at what's possible when you truly invest in your people and trust them to do their work well. BiosHeather Resseger, DNP, RN, CNL, CPHQ, NEA-BC, is a strategic and results-driven healthcare executive with more than 20 years of leadership experience in hospital operations, nursing, and quality improvement.As senior vice president, chief hospital operations officer, and chief nursing officer at NorthBay Health, Dr. Resseger leads transformative initiatives focused on acute care strategy, patient experience, and operational excellence. She is widely recognized for her role in achieving Magnet designation with distinction and for consistently delivering high-quality clinical outcomes. Dr. Resseger brings deep expertise in high-reliability practices, employee engagement, and cost reduction. Her leadership has also been instrumental in advancing infection prevention protocols, behavioral health planning, and crisis response during the COVID-19 pandemic.She holds a doctor of nursing practice in executive leadership and is deeply committed to fostering strong, values-based healthcare cultures. Her approach is grounded in real-world experience navigating complex health systems and a steadfast dedication to improving patient care. Jonna Taylor, RN, BSN, MS-HCA, NE-BC, is the director of acute care services at NorthBay Health. Jonna-Lynn Taylor began a dedicated career in oncology nursing, serving patients and supporting care teams from 2004 to 2013. In 2013, she transitioned into a nurse leadership role, bringing a passion for clinical excellence and team development to the forefront. In 2017, Jonna advanced to a Nurse management position, where she led initiatives to improve patient outcomes and staff engagement. She assumed the role as Nurse manager at NorthBay in 2023.  Most recently, in June 2025, Jonna was appointed Director of Acute Care Services, where she continues to drive high-quality, patient-centered care across acute care settings.  

In this SEE YOU NOW Insight, nurse leaders Gaurdia Banister, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, and Hiyam Nadel, MBA, CCG RN, share how the Ether Dome Challenge at Massachusetts General Hospital is using open innovation to surface frontline solutions and strengthen care delivery. Against a backdrop of persistent nurse staffing shortages and a global talent emergency, they show how including every role group in innovation, and ensuring leadership engagement, communication, and follow-through, creates a culture where staff feel heard, valued, and supported. Innovation, they remind us, isn't just about solving problems; it's about caring for patients and caregivers, and building strong systems for the future.      To listen to this Insight clip's full episode visit SEE YOU NOW Podcast Episode 77: Fostering a Culture of Inquiry at APPLE, SPOTIFY, or YOUTUBE or at your favorite streaming platform. For more information on the podcast bundles visit ANA's Innovation Website at https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education.  Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team?  Future episode ideas? Contact us at hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.  

On episode 526 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Brian LeCount and Earl Dalton of Health Carousel, the organization behind Nursing Careers Week, an inspiring annual virtual event for nurses which will be held for the second time during the week of November 10th, 2025. In the course of their conversation, Keith and his guests discuss the challenges facing 21st-century nurses, the current state of the profession, the continuing evolution of healthcare technology, and how nurses can be supported in creating flexible, fulfilling, and future-ready careers. Brian LeCount is the Chief Marketing Officer at Health Carousel, where he leads multi-brand marketing efforts, digital strategy and corporate strategic planning initiatives. Brian has delivered executive-level strategic counsel, digital thinking, customer journey expertise, and activation guidance for many multi-billion dollar global brands. He has led benchmark-beating initiatives across nearly every digital channel: content, media, web, mobile, social media, experiential, eCommerce, and shopper marketing. Earl Dalton, MHA, MSL, BSN, NEA-BC, is the Chief Nursing Officer at Health Carousel and has over 30 years of acute hospital experience in various leadership roles from Adult Health to Emergency and Critical care. In addition, Dalton is an accomplished speaker, author, and innovator in the healthcare industry. Dalton has worked for several hospital systems, most notably, the Duke University Health System, consistently in the top ten for healthcare delivery in the United States and globally. Dalton is an industry thought leader and has made exceptional contributions in work culture, quality improvement, and customer experience. Connect with Earl Dalton, Brian LeCount, Health Carousel, and Nursing Careers Week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nursing Careers Week Health Carousel Facebook (Nursing Careers Week) Instagram (Nursing Careers Week) LinkedIn (Nursing Careers Week) LinkedIn (Earl Dalton) LinkedIn (Brian LeCount) 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, reader of the tarot, and teacher and mentor 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.

In this episode of Caring Greatly, Amanda Choflet, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Dean of Nursing at Northeastern University, shares the path that led her to studying mental health, substance use and suicide risk among clinicians. Dr. Choflet's research underscores the importance of creating access to mental health care and substance use resources that center around human-centered care and wellbeing rather than starting from a punitive or disciplinary stance. Because actions speak louder than words, Dr. Choflet shares evidence-based interventions that healthcare leaders can use to create work environments where clinicians feel safe and supported.

Jeanine Rundquist (JUH-NEEN RUND-QWIST), DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute with Jolie Bellemore (JO-LEEN BELL-MORE), BSN, RN, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute ● Dr. Jeanine Rundquist is executive director of Dana-Farber's Center for Clinical and Professional Development which provides programs for nursing education and professional development, a newly licensed nurse residency program, oncology fellowship, patient education, nursing quality, resiliency and well-being. Dr. Rundquist received her bachelor's degree in nursing from North Dakota State University in 1995, her master's degree in nursing, Leadership, and Education from the University of Phoenix in 2002, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Advanced Leadership in Healthcare from Regis University in 2014. About Jolie Bellemore ● Jolie Bellemore, RN is a newly licensed nurse in Dana-Farber's Oncology Nurse Residency Program, a 12-month transition to practice program that provides oncology-focused clinical education, mentorship, and hands-on training tailored to the needs of complex patient populations. She is one of two inaugural members on the pediatric track, training to become a pediatric infusion nurse at the Jimmy Fund Clinic. ● While attending Northeastern University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in May 2024, Jolie completed a six-month internship as a clinical assistant at the Jimmy Fund Clinic.

“At least some of the answer to these issues of compassion fatigue and burnout have to do making our practice environments the very, very best they can be so that nurses and other clinicians can really connect and care for patients in the ways that they want to be able to do that—and the patients need them to be able to do. I think there's a lot that is here already and will be coming, and I feel pretty optimistic about it,” ONS member Anne Gross, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, senior vice president for patient care services and chief nursing officer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, told ONS member Christine Ladd, MSN, RN, OCN®, NE-BC, member of the ONS 50th anniversary committee, during a conversation about burnout and compassion fatigue in oncology nursing. Ladd spoke with Gross and ONS member Tracy Gosselin, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, AOCN®, FAAN, senior vice president and chief nursing executive at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY, about the history of nurse well-being and how nurses and health systems are approaching it today. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Episode Notes  This episode is not eligible for NCPD.  ONS Podcast™ episodes: ONS 50th anniversary series Episode 315: Processing Grief as an Oncology Nurse Episode 292: What We Need to Do to Retain Today's Oncology Nursing Workforce Episode 291: Build a Sense of Belonging for Nurses and Patients Episode 264: Stop the Stressors and Improve Your Mental Health as a Nurse Episode 246: Create a Culture of Safety: Fair and Just Culture Episode 160: Build Innovative Staff Education Tools and Resources ONS Voice articles: Critical Event Debriefings Can Reduce Oncology Nurses' Risk of Compassion Fatigue and Burnout ONS Chapters and DNP Candidates Combine Forces to Support Oncology Nurse Well-Being Step Out of Reality With Virtual Breaks to Support Your Wellness at Work Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Burnout and Well-Being: Evaluating Perceptions in Bone Marrow Transplantation Nurses Using a Mindfulness Application Engaging Nurse Residents Through Poetry Strategies to Mitigate Moral Distress in Oncology Nursing ONS Nurse Well-Being Learning Library ONS Communities ONS Chapters Connie Henke Yarbro Oncology Nursing History Center Oncology Nursing Foundation Resiliency Resources To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode Gross: “I was on an oncology unit early in practice. And just like today, we were dealing with very sick patients. We were dealing with death and dying. We were administering very toxic treatments and really pushing a field forward in oncology. So there were similar challenges, but I think different from today. There weren't the kind of resources; there wasn't the body of work that's been done today around compassion fatigue and burnout, work-life balance, and things like that. There was not that body of literature and science like there is today. And so there was more of a grassroots kind of support building in the clinical environment that I think I experienced.” TS 2:35 Gosselin: “I think there's also a piece when we think about nurses in the work we do—we also have families. We have aging parents and children. And sometimes that burnout is multifactorial in that we have family obligations and other obligations that make it really hard. And for some people, they say work is their escape from some of that. Yet it's all hard to balance sometimes.” TS 8:09 Gosselin: “It's this question that people like Anne, myself, other chief nurses are saying. If we add this new technology, what are we going to take away? Do we need another alarm to ring to the phone or to their badge? How much can you ask people to do and not be distracted when they're at point of care delivering patient care? Technology should never be a distractor, nor should it tell us how to practice. The technologies we have today—I'm like, ‘Wow, I wish I had that when I started my career.' And yet there's also a double-edged sword to that. I think we have to balance when we think about care and care delivery.” TS 16:36 Gross: “There are so many resources, first of all, that ONS provides to all of us at all levels and in all points in our career and our path from novice to experts. And the needs, though, are the same. Whether you're a novice nurse or whether you're a very experienced nurse, you need to continue to learn and to get new information, and ONS is an incredible resource for that. … As I think both of us keep alluding to and emphasizing here, you also need that connection to other people. And that's what ONS provides—that opportunity to get connected to other people that might be working in some other part of the country or other part of the world but is dealing with similar things that you're dealing with. So it provides that opportunity, and then it also provides an opportunity to get involved. I think when you can get involved and be part of solving a problem, it doesn't then control you and you won't feel defeated by it.” TS 22:24

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, co-host Sivana Brewer is joined by Stephanie Meyer, RN, MS-FNP, NEA-BC, the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Chief Operating Officer for Inpatient Operations at Children's Mercy in Kansas City, Missouri.In this engaging and heartfelt episode, Sivana and Stephanie explore how our personal and professional lives are deeply intertwined, and how intentional living can dramatically shift the way we experience success, leadership, and well-being. Through vulnerable storytelling and practical reflection, the conversation weaves through themes of boundaries, energy management, and showing up authentically in every space we occupy.You'll be taken on a journey that challenges the constant pursuit of productivity and perfection. Instead, the discussion invites a reimagining of how we define value and contribution—at work, at home, and in our communities. From navigating high-stakes industries to creating grounded, values-based households, you'll gain powerful insights into the importance of presence, purpose, and self-trust.Whether it's shaping the future of a critical industry or raising the next generation, the episode will leave you with a sense of hope, possibility, and a call to lead with intentionality.If you've enjoyed this episode of the Second in Command podcast, be sure to leave a review and subscribe today!Enjoy!In This Episode You'll Learn:Stephanie's responsibilities at Children's Mercy, which include managing about 6000 people, focusing on people management, strategy, and organizational development.The importance of being visible and understanding the employees' perspectives, even if it requires scheduling and maneuvering. Why understanding the reasons employees come to work and ensuring they feel part of something bigger than themselves is vital.The role of the Center for Well-being at Children's Mercy, which provides non-judgmental support and therapy to employees.The value of adequate sleep, reading before bed, and setting boundaries to avoid burnout.And much more...Guest Bio:Stephanie Meyer, RN, MS-FNP, NEA-BC, is the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Chief Operating Officer for Inpatient Operations at Children's Mercy in Kansas City, Missouri. With over two decades of service at the hospital, Stephanie has risen through the ranks from staff nurse to senior leadership, earning widespread respect for her collaborative approach and unwavering focus on patient-centered care. She holds both undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from the University of Kansas and shares her expertise as adjunct faculty at local colleges and a sought-after national speaker on healthcare leadership. Recognized with the 2021 Excellence in Leadership Award by the Missouri Organization of Nurse Leaders, Stephanie is a champion of innovation, accountability, and the transformative power of nursing in pediatric care.Resources:Connect with Stephanie: Website | LinkedInConnect with Cameron: Website | LinkedInGet Cameron's latest book –

BayCare Health System in Florida was one of four systems nationwide to pilot a wellbeing program to combat burnout and stress among nursing staff, in partnership with the American Nurses Foundation. The program employs a monitoring and communication program first developed for high-stress jobs, like first responders and military roles. Following the success of the pilot, the system announced this spring it would roll out the program at all 16 of its acute care hospitals. On today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, host J. Carlisle Larsen is joined by Trish Shucoski, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, chief nurse executive at BayCare. And BayCare's advanced nursing educator, Rocky Hauch, DNP, RN, PCCN. You can listen to the first half of the conversation here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this SEE YOU NOW Insight from Episode 96: Addressing Moral Distress Across the Healthcare Workforce, Nurse Executive Consultant and former UC Health CNE Kathy Howell, MBA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, takes us beyond the headlines of nursing shortages and toward the deeper causes of workforce distress: unsafe workplaces, moral injury, and a fractured social contract with the nursing profession.  Howell reminds us that the relationship between nurses and society is not merely transactional; it's a covenant, rooted in profound moral commitment, trust, and service. When this sacred trust is broken, it leaves nurses vulnerable not just physically, but emotionally and ethically. Howell shares how preventing workplace violence, ensuring 24/7 mental health support, and building peer accountability are critical steps toward restoring safety, support, and a sense of shared responsibility in healthcare environments.  To listen to this Insight clip's full episode, visit SEE YOU NOW Podcast Episode 96: Addressing Moral Distress Across the Healthcare Workforce at APPLE, SPOTIFY, or YOUTUBE, or at your favorite streaming platform. For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education.  Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team?  Future episode ideas? Contact us at hello@seeyounowpodcast.com. 

Burnout and stress are prevalent among healthcare providers, including nursing staff. Burnout among nurses can lead to decreased productivity, increased errors, and higher rates of absenteeism. It can also be costly for hospitals and healthcare systems to replace nurses who decide to leave due to stress. One system experimenting with novel ways to support its nursing staff is BayCare Health System in Tampa, Florida. It was one of four systems in the country chosen by the American Nurses Foundation to pilot a nurse wellbeing program that borrowed a stress program originally developed for high-stress roles, like those in the military. On today's episode of the Gist Healthcare podcast, host J. Carlisle Larsen is joined by Trish Shucoski, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, chief nurse executive at BayCare. And BayCare's advanced nursing educator, Rocky Hauch, DNP, RN, PCCN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On episode 521 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Angela Patterson, DNP, FNP-BC, NEA-BC, FAANP, the Chief Nursing Officer at CVS Health. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Angela discuss the new paradigms of care opening up for nurse practitioners here in the United States, including value-based care, retail-based clinics, leadership, and other emerging opportunities. Angela Patterson, DNP, FNP-BC, NEA-BC, FAANP, serves as Chief Nursing Officer at CVS Health®, where she leads the strategic plan to advance the recruitment, retention, resilience, and recognition of the more than 18,000 nurses at CVS Health. Additionally, Angela serves as the Chief Nurse Practitioner Officer of Retail Health, which includes MinuteClinic®, the medical clinic inside select CVS Pharmacy® locations. In this role Angela provides clinical and professional practice governance for MinuteClinic nurse practitioners, physician associates, and nurses who provide care across MinuteClinic's U.S. locations and through MinuteClinic's national virtual care practice. She also leads a variety of programs focused on clinical quality, patient experience, clinical training and education, and care delivery workforce engagement. A board-certified family nurse practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice designation and over a decade of executive leadership experience, Angela has been instrumental in scaling nurse-led care models across a variety of settings. She is a nationally recognized leader in nursing, committed to innovation, workforce development, and the continued evolution of care delivery. Connect with Angela Patterson and CVS Health: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CVS Health Facebook Instagram Angela Patterson 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.

In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Anna Liza Rodriguez, MSN, MHA, RN, OCN, NEA-BC, chief nursing officer and vice president of Nursing and Patient Care Services at Fox Chase Cancer Center about her program's receipt of a 2025 ACCC Innovator Award. Fox Chase Cancer Center's innovation, Ambulatory Care Excellence (ACE): Charting a New Path in Ambulatory Care Model and Coordination, is a structured approach designed to improve efficiency, coordination, and patient outcomes in ambulatory cancer care while ensuring top of license scope of work for clinicians. Rodriguez will discuss key features of the ACE Model, its impact on patients with cancer, and notable results of the initiative.   Anna Liza Rodriguez, MSN, MHA, RN, OCN, NEA-BC Chief Nursing Officer, Vice President, Nursing and Patient Care Services Fox Chase Cancer Center Philadelphia, PA  “All of our team members are really connected to our purpose...from frontline staff to executives to different support services. [They] truly have the patient front and center, [and] that really drives a lot of our passion towards improvement [and] making sure that the care we deliver is exceptional.”  - Anna Rodriguez    This podcast is part of a special series featuring the 2025 ACCC Innovator Award winners. For a deeper dive into this topic and other content that will help your team reimagine how care is delivered at your cancer program or practice, register today for the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference, October 15-17 in Denver, Colorado.    Resources:  Geriatric Oncology Ambulatory Care Clinics  Implementing Telephone Triage Guidelines into Nursing Workflow  The Oncology Nursing Fellowship Program  Transitioning Select Chemotherapeutics to the Outpatient Setting Improves Care and Reduces Costs   

On episode 520 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Leah Blackwell, MSN, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAONL, the Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer for Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center (TMC). In the course of their conversation, Keith and Leah discuss the many proactive steps we can take in response to the profoundly disturbing fact that 73% of all reported workplace violence incidents occur in a healthcare setting Ms. Blackwell began her career at the Memorial Hermann-TMC campus as a new graduate nurse, specializing in critical care, after obtaining a BSN from Texas A&M University. She then completed a dual graduate degree, MSN in Nursing Administration and MBA from the University of Texas-Tyler. Through hard work and diligence, Leah advanced in her career from staff nurse to Clinical Manager to Patient Care Director to Chief Nursing Officer. As CNO, she oversees the clinical and operational aspects of the MH-TMC campus, a three-time Magnet designated facility with over 3,900 nurses. With a great passion for being a transformational and servant leader where she can be a catalyst for creating a culture where the entire healthcare team can thrive and grow, Leah prioritizes the needs of her staff and is a champion for support, education, and innovation. Leah is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Healthcare Executive and the American Organization of Nurse Leaders where she serves on Nurse Leaders in Advocacy. This committee fills her passion to advocate for federal policies that impact nurses and patient care. She was awarded the American Organization for Nursing Leadership fellow designation (FAONL) in 2025, which recognizes nurse leaders for their sustained contributions to nursing leadership, commitment to service, and influence in shaping healthcare. Connect with Leah Blackwell and Memorial Hermann: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center Leah Blackwell and LinkedIn Memorial Hermann on LinkedIn Facebook YouTube Instagram X 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.

In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, Dr. Heather Jackson PhD, FNP-BC, NEA-BC, FAANP joins us for a discussion concerning the intersection of pain and sleep. For APPs learn about keys to assessment and intervention with this episode. This episode carries 0.5 CE and Category 1 CME. This podcast is supported by a generous educational grant by Haleon. To redeem your CE credit visit the NPACE Learning Center where this episode is available for free with a CE certificate redeemable upon completion.