The Conversing Nurse podcast
Are you a nurse curious about the experiences of other nurses? For 36 years, I have only known the Peds/NICU realm but I am intrigued by the roles of nurse researchers, educators, and entrepreneurs. Through conversations with nurses from various specialties, I aim to bring you valuable insights into their lives. At the end of each episode we play the five-minute snippet, just five minutes of fun as we peek into the 'off-duty' lives of my guests! Listen as we explore the nursing profession, one conversation at a time.
Wed, April 02, 2025
Making Money Moves with Farah Laurent
Send us a text This week, I had the pleasure of catching up with a returning guest, the OG Nursepreneur, Farah Laurent . Since our last conversation over two years ago, she has been achieving remarkable success. Not only does Farah hold six board certifications, but she has also earned a doctorate in nursing. One exciting development is that Farah hosted her first nursing conference titled “Nurses Making Money Moves.” By the time this episode airs, the conference will have already taken place and, I’m sure, been a huge success. Good news for future fans— Farah plans to make this conference an annual gathering. And that title sounds familiar, it is also the name of her new book . It feels like Farah is everywhere, doing everything. Whether you catch her on LinkedIn Live or listen to her podcast, The Nursing Dose with Farah, her energy is undeniable. She is truly dedicated to helping nurses elevate their careers. In the five-minute snippet: DJ Farah is setting fire to the dance floor. Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, March 26, 2025
Healing the Healers with Jacqui O'Connor
Send us a text In the heart of northern New Zealand, nestled between rolling hills and lush green valleys, lay Heart Place Hospital , a beacon of innovation in the world of healthcare. Founded by Jacqui O'Connor, a Registered Nurse with three decades of experience, this unique wellness charity is unlike any hospital seen before. After her own dismantling and rebuilding, Jacqui has devoted her life to the intricacies of mental well-being and integrative health, believing that true healing goes beyond the limits of conventional medicine. As a self-proclaimed “cycle starter,” Jacqui radiates a palpable energy that draws in fellow healthcare professionals, artists, and community members alike. She understands the constraints that often stifle creativity within the medical field, and she is determined to break those barriers. Her vision is clear: healthcare should embrace all facets of human experience—mind, body, and soul. With so many healthcare professionals feeling the effects of burnout in their jobs and their lives, Jacqui’s movement toward a more holistic approach to health creates a vision of empowerment and creativity. With Jacqui at the helm, Heart Place Hospital will inspire healing and innovation, one community connection at a time. In the five-minute snippet: Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight. For Jacqui's bio, visit my website (link below). Heart Place Hospital Facebook Heart Place Hospital Podcast YouTube Heart Place Hospital Spotify Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll t
Wed, March 19, 2025
From Pregnancy Loss to Maternal Health Advocate with Rachell Dumas
Send us a text What can I say about Rachell Dumas ? Or perhaps, what can't I say about her? Rachell is an extraordinary nurse with a powerful story of pregnancy loss that will leave you both in tears and shaking your head in disbelief. After experiencing the loss of nine pregnancies, Rachell founded the nonprofit organization “A Light After Nine.” This organization aims to provide families navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and maternal trauma with the emotional, financial, and mental health resources they need. In true "nurse" fashion, Rachell works tirelessly to raise awareness and advocate for equitable maternal healthcare. Through Rachell, I learned about maternal palliative care, which is not only for mothers who are dying but is also essential for those experiencing high-risk pregnancies. Considering that 30% of pregnancies end in loss, this approach is a brilliant way to support this community. You may have heard the quote, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Rachell embodies the light she wishes to see in the world. In the five-minute snippet: Tell me you’re a nurse without telling me you’re a nurse. For Rachell's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, March 12, 2025
Former NICU Mom and Author, Jennifer Bernardo
Send us a text This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with NICU mom and author, Jennifer Bernardo. Jennifer gave birth to twins—a boy and a girl—at just 26 weeks gestation. Her book, Week 26 , is a firsthand account of their lives in the NICU and beyond. Jennifer’s journey began with a distressing wake-up call: she was hemorrhaging. Rushed to the hospital, she underwent an emergency C-section, where she delivered her son, weighing just two pounds, followed by her even smaller daughter, weighing one pound and eleven ounces. What followed was a four-and-a-half-month rollercoaster ride in the NICU. Jennifer perfectly described the experience as being "two steps forward and one step back." At times, our conversation was raw emotion. No parent wants to describe the first time they meet their child as "traumatic," yet Jennifer bravely did so. But she also recounted joyful moments, such as skin-to-skin holding and visits from their sibling. In her book, Jennifer emphasizes that the NICU journey is truly a family affair and includes reflections from her husband's and daughter's perspectives. As Jennifer’s story illustrates, attitude is everything. Week 26 is a story of heartbreak and hope, and through her writing, Jennifer shows us that when your world turns dark, you must look for, and be the light. In the five-minute snippet: Basketball, baseball, soccer, oh my! For Jennifer's bio and book recommendations, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, March 05, 2025
A Life of Service with Dr. David Borge, M.D.
Send us a text This week, I had the great pleasure of speaking with my friend and colleague, Dr. David Borge. David is an OB/GYN who has retired from the traditional 9-to-5 work schedule and now enjoys using his expertise in Saipan and, more recently, Panama, his country of birth. As the son of missionaries, David spent his early years with his five siblings in Panama, France, Egypt, and Madagascar. His father, a physician, often brought young David to the hospital, where he could round on patients and observe surgeries. These experiences profoundly enriched his life, fueled his passion for service, and motivated him to become a physician. David’s Next Adventure Travel Blog chronicles his work with the Floating Doctors organization. You’ll read the stories of his time in Saipan, treating women with cancer, birth defects, and high-risk pregnancies—compounded by a lack of medical support—which will make you appreciate life here in the United States. Although he hasn't yet written about his recent trip to Panama to establish a medical clinic with midwives, I am eagerly anticipating his stories. After delivering thousands of babies in eight countries, David has discovered that kindness, compassion, and competence resonate across cultures and are unified by our common humanity. Prepare yourself for emotional conversation filled with wonder, laughter and tears with an exceptional human. In the five-minute snippet: Well, they are a travel necessity. Here is David Borge. For David's bio and book recommendations, visit my website (link below). borge1954@gmail.com Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, February 26, 2025
Founder and CEO of Advocates for Nurses, Maggie Ortiz, MSN, RN
Send us a text For today’s episode, I’ve got questions and Maggie's got answers. Do you need a nurse advocate? Well, consider this your lucky day. Meet my guest, Maggie Ortiz. As founder and CEO of Advocates for Nurses , she provides guidance, education, and empowerment to nurses facing legal, regulatory, and professional challenges. Terrified of facing a Board of Registered Nursing investigation? Maggie's your insider. Equally terrified of being deposed? She literally wrote the book on it. Do you see where I’m going here? Maggie is dedicated to ensuring nurses have the resources and support they need to confidently protect their licenses—and that’s what I would call a true advocate for nurses. In the five-minute snippet: Did she just dis Dallas? For Maggie's bio, visit my website (link below). Advocates for Nurses Podcast Nurse Advocates YouTube Advocates4Nurses Facebook Online courses Guide to the Courtroom for Nurses E-Book One-on-One Consultations Introduction to Legal Nurse Course Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, February 19, 2025
CEO of Avail Health, Joseph Harrison, NP-C
Send us a text My guest this week, Joseph Harrison , is a nurse practitioner who facilitates the creation of independent practices for other nurse practitioners through his company, Avail Health . Per his LinkedIn profile, Joseph states, “Weaving together many threads to help realize the quintuple aim of healthcare.” To be honest, I was unaware of this ambitious initiative before speaking with him, but he clearly and succinctly explained both our current successes and the areas where improvements can be made. I found it interesting to learn that before becoming a nurse practitioner, Joseph worked in the hospitality industry as a server and a teacher. Perhaps it's this background that enables him to be such an exceptional nurse practitioner. He forms personal connections with his patients, allowing them to take an active role in their care. I would also argue that this ability contributes to his success as an entrepreneur. Nurse practitioners often express a desire to provide excellent, person-centered care while also seeking time and financial freedom. Joseph truly listens to these needs and is working to make them a reality, one practice at a time. In the five-minute snippet: Barbarians, Rogues, and Druids, oh my! For Joseph's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, February 12, 2025
A Voice of Nurses, Sachin Chauhan
Send us a text This week my guest is Sachin Chauhan , the founder and CEO of An Extra M . This India-based organization has provided education and training to over 50,000 nurses and nursing students worldwide, focusing on the essential soft skills needed for effective interpersonal relationships with both patients and colleagues. You may wonder, what are soft skills? Soft skills include critical thinking, time management, teamwork, leadership and emotional intelligence, among others. While these skills are beneficial in all professions, they are particularly crucial for nurses. Our work often involves interacting with individuals who may be experiencing some of the most challenging moments of their lives. And nurses don't work in silos. They are vital members of a multidisciplinary team. Therefore, your team's success depends on soft skills. I am truly inspired by Sachin's story about the birth of An Extra M , and I know once you hear it, you will be too. In the five minute snippet: Dance party in Sachin's kitchen! For Sachin's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, February 05, 2025
Your Favorite Pediatric Nurse, Deon Huffman
Send us a text Imagine being a sick or injured child entering the healthcare system and being approached by nurses and doctors wielding strange objects, sharp needles, and unpleasant medications. Now picture being the parent of that child, who naturally wants to protect and advocate but lacks the health literacy to comprehend what is happening. Whether parent or child, you would likely be terrified and would want someone like Nurse Deon on your side. Fortunately, there is Deon Huffman , a pediatric nurse with 10 years of experience dedicated to educating both parents and children. He helps them understand common procedures in a clear and approachable manner, never condescending. Deon’s YouTube videos cover a variety of topics, including healthy eating for kids, understanding emotions, vital signs, and the MRI machine. His trips to the zoo are both educational and entertaining. Nurse Deon doesn’t work alone; his team includes physicians, child life specialists, and even puppets. Together, they create an evidence-based educational broadcast that rivals any popular children’s programming. Research shows that when parents and children are educated, their anxiety levels decrease which makes our job as healthcare professionals easier and more enjoyable, creating a win-win situation for everyone involved. In the five-minute snippet: let them eat cake! For Deon's bio and book recommendations, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, January 29, 2025
Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Lacy Hess
Send us a text Sleep. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders , quality sleep is as essential to survival as food and water. It is crucial for forming and maintaining the neural pathways in your brain that allow you to learn and create new memories. Lack of sleep can make it harder to concentrate and respond quickly. Now, imagine being a healthcare professional—a nurse, physician, or surgical technician—who is also the parent of a child who struggles to sleep and prevents anyone else in the house from getting rest. Yet your job requires you to make critical decisions and perform complex tasks while being chronically sleep-deprived, which can have catastrophic consequences. Enter Lacy Hess , a nurse entrepreneur who created Lacy’s Lullabies , a sleep consulting business aimed at helping parents and children achieve the restful sleep they need. As a certified pediatric sleep consultant, Lacy assists parents in developing safe sleep plans designed to promote sleep independence. With 13 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, a certification in Emergency Nursing, and a Master’s degree in Education, Lacy brings a wealth of knowledge and credibility to her practice. Her clients consistently provide rave reviews. If you're a nurse considering a change in specialty or looking to start a side hustle, sleep consulting could be an ideal option. This field leverages many skills that nurses excel at, including flexibility, time management, prioritization, and the ability to provide evidence-based education. In the five-minute snippet: Well, son of a nutcracker, it’s Buddy the Elf. For Lacy's bio, visit my website (link below). Lacy's Lullabies Blog Lacys Lullabies FB page Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here!<
Wed, January 22, 2025
Thought leader, nurse coach and keynote speaker, Angie Gray
Send us a text Imagine for a moment if Angie Gray were a recipe. She would be equal parts professionalism, inspiration, and compassion, with just a pinch of badassery thrown in. But she is not a recipe. She is a thought leader, a nurse coach, a keynote speaker, and she has the challenging task of training C-suite executives to bridge the gap between them and the healthcare professionals on the front lines. Angie and I are soul sisters of a sort: we love sporting our rose-colored glasses, which is not a negative. We are not blind to the dirty side of nursing: the bullying, burnout, staffing, and wage inequity. Rather, we choose to see the positives and to be the change we wish to see in the profession. Our discussion was filled with wisdom and insights about why our profession is both great and yet struggling. Angie’s hashtag, #lovingdisruption, is gaining popularity and resonance, and I can’t wait for you to hear her explanation. My prediction? It’s going viral. So get in, sit down, buckle up, and get ready for a wild ride because this woman has a lot to say! In the five-minute snippet: she’s a hunker-down kinda gal. For Angie's bio, visit my website (link below) and listen now! High-Performance Nursing Sister Friends Podcast Angie on Dr. Oz show Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, January 15, 2025
Vitamin D Researcher, Beth Sanford, DNP, RN
Send us a text Beth Sanford is known as the "Sunshine Nurse" for two reasons. First, she is a doctorally-prepared nurse who has conducted extensive research on the importance of vitamin D in improving patient outcomes. Her studies have explored how vitamin D levels affect ICU patients, long-term care residents, and global maternal health. Beth is passionate about addressing vitamin D deficiency in clinical practice, population health, and policy. Did you know that vitamin D is both a nutrient and a hormone essential for nearly every cell in the body? It plays a crucial role in hundreds of processes every day. Deficiencies in vitamin D are now recognized as a risk factor for many chronic diseases, including osteoporosis, impaired cognitive function, various cancers, pregnancy complications, and cardiovascular disease. We explored how low vitamin D levels impact nurses and other healthcare professionals who work night shifts or are exposed to artificial light for over 12 hours a day. Beth compares the effects to pseudodementia, which can slow response times and hinder the ability to make critical decisions. If you are a nurse experiencing profound fatigue, run, don’t walk to get your levels checked! Now, back to why Beth is known as the "Sunshine Nurse" for the second reason. She can literally light up a room. With her beautiful smile, positive outlook, and generous spirit, Beth reminds us all that we could use a little more light in our lives. In the five-minute snippet: North Dakota is nice! Sperti Vitamin D Lamp Vitamin D Calculator Why Fear the Coming of Winter in Game of Thrones? The hypovitaminosis D hypothesis Substantial Vitamin D Supplementation Is Required during the Prenatal Period to Improve Birth Outcomes Hollis & Wagner, 2022 A call to action for maternal health How Vitamin D Changed Hospital Patient Outcomes: An Interview with Dr. Leslie Ray Matthews - GrassrootsHealth Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: htt
Wed, January 08, 2025
What's New for 2025?
Send us a text Here's a quick look at some of the great interviews and plans for 2025! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, December 18, 2024
Tulare County Fire Chief, Charlie Norman
Send us a text This week I stepped way outside my comfort zone and spoke with Tulare County Fire Chief, Charlie Norman. I can confidently say that many nurses do not fully understand what firefighters do. We often see them in the ambulance bay and in our communities, but do we really take the time to SEE them? Do we know where the budget for fire services comes from? Do we understand how firefighters advance in their ranks? Sadly, do we realize that firefighter deaths by suicide exceed those who die in the line of duty? Charlie addressed these important issues and more. He explained the long and challenging journey of bringing paramedicine to our County, his path to becoming fire chief, and his relationships with city and county officials because as he said, everything in life comes down to relationships. As fire chief, Charlie prioritizes firefighter mental health, recruitment and retention, having a diverse fire crew, and serving the community. Charlie embodies the core values of integrity, respect, loyalty, teamwork, and compassion. He says everything he learned in kindergarten he can apply to life: keep your hands to yourself, be nice to people and if you don’t have anything good to say, keep your mouth closed. And what does he look for in recruits? Character. Yes, they need to be able to pull a hose, bandage a patient, and competently administer medications, but if their character is lacking, they don’t belong in the fire service. I’d say with Charlie in charge, everything will be ok. In the five-minute snippet: my granddaughter’s question answered by the expert. For Charlie's bio, please visit my website (link below). Firescope Board of Directors Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you a
Wed, December 11, 2024
Rebel Nurse, Erika Browning
Send us a text Erika Browning is one of the most interesting guests I've had to date. She has a diverse educational background, earning degrees in Spanish, Biology, and Nursing. And the diversity doesn't stop there. Her nursing experience ranges from working in the emergency room to the ICU, from being a travel nurse to a sexual assault nurse examiner, and from a case manager to starting her own business as a Life Care Planner. Erika is truly living the tagline of her podcast, which is "basic nurses doing really cool things." Wait, did I forget to mention she has a podcast? Erika is the host of the Black Sheep Nurse podcast , which is currently on hiatus, meaning now is your chance to binge-listen to all the episodes. It's filled with interviews of nurses doing amazing things with their degrees. I was thrilled to learn she will be resuming production because her interviews are sure to leave you laughing, learning, and inspired. Her newest entrepreneurial venture is all about the fun, which I think might be her middle name. She has recently launched Shop Rebel Nurse , a merch store with quirky and lighthearted items for nurses, including graphic tees, sweatshirts, ball caps, and stickers. And I see a new design in the works that pays homage to her time as a Captain in the Marines! (Did I forget to mention that, too?) Erika is as authentic as they come, and I'm excited for you to meet her today. In the five-minute snippet: Move. Over. For Erika's bio, visit my website (link below). Shop Rebel Nurse IG Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, December 04, 2024
Nurse Blogger, Sallie Jessee
Send us a text I jumped at the opportunity to talk to my guest this week, Sallie Jessie. Sallie is an incredible person with a unique perspective! First, she has a niche job: she is a mobile wound care clinic nurse and I loved hearing all about that. She is also a blogger. When she became a wife and mother, she identified a gap in resources for nurses balancing family and career and then took the initiative to create a supportive community through her blog, Bandaids and Bedtime Stories. This is ingenuity at its best. Her ability to blend her professional insights with personal experiences makes her writing relatable, valuable, and inspiring. The topics she covers, from relationship dynamics to parenting challenges, as well as self-care for nurses, are so important, especially in a demanding field. And she brings to light some of the nursing profession’s darkest moments like toxic bullying. There’s even something for those new to the profession: how to choose the right nursing specialty. Though Sallie is just getting started, her journey will resonate with nurses and parents alike. And I can’t wait to see what she does next. In the five-minute snippet: babysitters, listen up! @bandaidsandbedtimestories Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, November 20, 2024
Bioethics with Sandra Shadley, LMFT, HEC-C and Dr. Ryan Howard, M.D.
Send us a text In my working days, I was a member of my institution’s Bioethics committee. I’m now a retired nurse and continue to serve as a community member. Constantly impressed by this committee’s work, I wanted you to meet two of these brilliant minds, so I recently sat down with Sandra Shadley, a licensed marriage and family therapist and our committee chair, and Dr. Ryan Howard, our hospice and palliative medicine physician. Sandra holds a unique certification: the HEC-C , or certified healthcare ethics consultant and she explained that Bioethics is guided by four principles: respect for autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. Despite the solidity of these principles, bioethical issues are still quite nuanced. That’s all fine and good, but what exactly does a Bioethics team do? They develop and implement policies, educate the hospital community, review research, and, provide consultations with those patients facing end-of-life decisions. The committee consists of various disciplines: social workers, physicians, nurses, critical care leaders, risk management, chaplains, and community members. It's a diverse group with diverse perspectives. Dr. Howard is gifted at having difficult conversations. He approaches patients with curiosity and humility, providing truly patient-centered and individualized end-of-life care. I left this interview feeling joyful. It was inspiring to witness these two individuals, whom I deeply respect, engage in a dialogue about their shared passion for Bioethics. In the five-minute snippet: Excavators, chainsaws, and bonfires, oh my! For my guests' bios, visit my website (link below). The American Society for Bioethics and Humanities Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment or POLST pdf Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast
Wed, November 13, 2024
ICU Revolutionist, Kali Dayton
Send us a text Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Kali Dayton . Kali Dayton is an ICU nurse practitioner and like Gandhi, MLK Jr., and Parks, Kali is peacefully protesting the way ICU patients are cared for. Similar to the civil rights advocates before her, Kali fights for the rights of ICU patients. She believes they have the right to limited sedation, early mobilization, open communication, and family participation. Kali was born as a baby nurse into an Awake and Walking ICU in which ventilated patients received little to no sedation, were out of bed walking while intubated, and communicating through whiteboards, all with the crucial support of their families. Then she began traveling to ICUs across the country and found her patients automatically sedated if intubated, enduring long periods of immobilization, and if they were lucky enough to avoid death in the ICU, they were discharged to suffer PTSD and face long periods of rehabilitation. Kali is a self-described ICU revolutionist and is dedicated to educating both clinicians and families through her podcasts, "Walking Home from the ICU" for clinicians, and "Walking You Through the ICU" , which is directed toward patients and families. Through her consulting business, Dayton ICU Consulting , she travels the country visiting ICUs helping them to become awake and walking ICUs. The revolution has begun. In the five-minute snippet: did someone say free time? For Kali's bio, visit my website (link below). Instagram Kali's bookstore ICU Delirium Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! <a href='https://bookshop.org/shop/
Wed, November 06, 2024
Rapid Response Nurse and Podcast Host, Sarah Lorenzini
Send us a text Pablo Picasso said, “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” Sarah Lorenzini has a life filled with both meaning and purpose. She is a rapid-response nurse who utilizes her knowledge and storytelling skills to educate nurses in various critical care aspects through her popular podcast, Rapid Response RN, which has over 120 episodes. In the podcast, she effectively breaks down complex concepts such as cardiac tamponade, spinal cord ischemia, and serotonin syndrome, all with an exuberance score of 10 out of 10. Sarah's commitment to education extends beyond her podcast as she mentors students, nurses, and allied health professionals in their roles. She believes that saving patients is a team effort, and as a rapid response nurse, she sees herself as there to elevate and support the bedside team. Sarah embodies kindness, empathy, and leadership, qualities she also encourages in others. She truly lives out her calling and embodies her gift and purpose. In the five-minute snippet: Sarah is bonkers for Boba. For Sarah's bio, visit my website (link below). The Rapid Response RN Instagram Rapid Response and Rescue LinkedIn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, October 30, 2024
Your Spooky Stories!
Send us a text Happy Halloween Eve! Today's episode is all about the spooky. A few weeks ago on Instagram, I posted my call to action for your spooky stories and got some great responses! I was looking up the most haunted hospitals in the United States and here's what I found: Linda Vista Community Hospital , located in Boyle Heights, East LA. This hospital is considered one of the most haunted in the country. It closed in 1991 and has been featured in many films, television shows, and music videos. Some say the hospital is haunted by lost spirits, a ghostly doctor, and a little girl laughing and singing. Okay, yeah, that's just creepy. In today's stories, you will hear a couple that have to do with kids and I have a story of my own. Thank you to the four respondents! Sit back, get your candy bowl, put your costume on, and listen to these spooky stories. Happy Halloween!! Thank you for answering the call! Susan J. Farese Communications IG The Intuitive Nurse Jenn IG N4Nurses IG Linda Ledesma LinkedIn The Most Haunted Hospital in America, by Ersilia Pompilio, RN, MSN, PNP Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, October 23, 2024
Wound Care Expert, Karen Zulkowski
Send us a text Karen Zulkowski is the GOAT of wound care nursing. Her professional journey began with earning a BSN in 1972 and culminated with a Doctorate in Nursing Science. Throughout her career, she has held various roles, including business owner, associate nursing professor, and wound course instructor. Karen has also served on the National Pressure Injury Advisory Board and the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists. Her extensive research and publications in peer-reviewed articles, both nationally and internationally, reflect her commitment to advancing wound care. Karen's primary focus is always on the patient, and she aims to improve patient care by bridging the gap between wound care research and clinical practice. In our discussion, she highlighted the knowledge gaps in wound care, the evolving landscape, and the exciting advancements in technology. Karen says wound care nursing is not for everyone, it requires a special dedication, and I would encourage those interested in this field to listen to her insights. In the five-minute snippet: Aloha! For Karen's bio, please visit my website (link below). Wound Care certifications: National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board American Board of Wound Management Wound Care Professional Organizations: Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC) American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) Wound Healing Society National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel World Council of Enterostomal Therapists Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! <a href='https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepo
S2 E109 · Wed, October 16, 2024
The Intuitive Nurse, Jennifer Johnson
Send us a text The current state of healthcare, especially under the strain of a pandemic, has put immense pressure on those in the field. Nurses are burning out in record numbers and leaving a profession they used to love. My guest this week, emergency room nurse and author, Jennifer Johnson , is on a mission to bring back the love and it all starts with intuition. Jenn is known as the Intuitive Nurse and after working 16 years in the emergency room, she has honed her intuition, trusting her gut when assessing patients. But she also uses her intuition in another way. She is reaching out to fellow nurses and offering them hope through her book Nursing Intuition: How to Trust Your Gut, Save Your Sanity, and Survive Your Career . Channeling her own experiences and the collective struggles of many makes it profoundly meaningful. The challenges she’s faced and the empathy she has for her colleagues shine through and by sharing her experiences as a Top Critical Thinking Voice on LinkedIn, she’s helping create a sense of community that is desperately needed right now. In the five-minute snippet: what goes up must come down. For Jennifer's bio, please visit my website (link below). The Intuitive Nurse Etsy Shop Nurse Jenn Nurse Approved Nurses at HLTH Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!</e
Wed, October 09, 2024
Locum Tenen Family Nurse Practitioner, Ebony Thyme
Send us a text Ebony Thyme does not let grass grow under her feet. Whether traveling for her job as a locum tenen family nurse practitioner or for leisure as a travel host , adventure is her game. As a teenager, Ebony was happily working at a Wendy's drive-thru, but her father urged her to aim higher. Perhaps it was her youthful spirit that made her laugh in the face of challenges or maybe it was her strong determination to see things through once she started them, but she took his advice to heart and became a nurse. As a locum tenen family nurse practitioner, Ebony plays a crucial role, providing extra support to her colleagues at busy Urgent Care clinics across the country. And Ebony is a visionary. During the pandemic, she anticipated changes in patient care and an increased need for advanced practice nurses. She now proudly works as a 1099 contractor , enjoying freedom and flexibility in her job without the heavy tax burden. And she doesn’t keep this secret to herself. Ebony has developed The Locum Tenen Guide, a comprehensive program that has helped over 450 healthcare professionals transition into independent contracting and establish valuable business-to-business relationships within the healthcare industry. Her unique journey has been featured in the Business Insider , Forbes magazine , the Washington Post , Good Morning America, and many more. And today she is sharing her experiences with you. In the five-minute snippet: it’s the highlight of her highlights. For Ebony's bio, visit my website (link below). Instagram Wellness Thyme Health website LinkedIn Travel with EBB YouTube Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! <a href='https://theconversingnu
Wed, October 02, 2024
Why are Nurses the Most Trusted Profession? Your Responses!
Send us a text This episode is a compilation of your responses to my Instagram post asking "Why are Nurses the Most Trusted Profession?" Thank you for your responses and for being the most trusted profession for 22 years and counting! Thank you to: @coachsheena.johnson @yourrnjourney @honestlyleslie @potassium_iv_push_rn @nursestradeoff Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, September 25, 2024
CRNA, Investor and Podcast Host, Joshua Condado
Send us a text I don't know when side hustles became a thing but they are officially a thing. Instead of picking up extra shifts, nurses are picking up side hustles. Enter Josh Condado, a certified registered nurse anesthesiologist who co-owns a real estate investing company with his sister Jenn and brother-in-law Colin, also, you guessed it, nurses. Now, the current annual salary for a CRNA can be upwards of $250,000. Why do you need a side hustle if you’re making a quarter of a million dollars a year? For Joshua and many others, it’s freedom. Freedom to work as much or as little as you want. Don’t misunderstand me, Josh loves being a CRNA. He was inspired to become one by his father, an OG CRNA. But early in his nursing career, Josh experienced burnout, motivating him to invest in real estate. By creating a financial backup plan, Josh can focus on doing what he loves, being a CRNA. In his "air quotes", spare time, Josh cohosts the popular Investing RN Podcast, a show dedicated to providing nurses with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration they need to invest their time, money, and relationships wisely. Josh, Jenn, and Colin help nurses take control of their finances and create a future they love. And there’s nothing I love more than nurses helping nurses. In the five-minute snippet: Cheeseheads, unite! For Josh's bio, visit my website (link below). The Lifestyle CRNA Instagram All Day Investments Investing RN Pod Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, September 18, 2024
Citizen Nurse, Gilanie De Castro
Send us a text If you're my age and can remember over 50 years ago, you might recall those lazy Saturday mornings spent watching Schoolhouse Rock. There was a clever cartoon skit called, “I’m Just A Bill” where we’d learn how a bill becomes law. This three-minute video was responsible for teaching an entire generation of kids about Civics. Enter Gilanie De Castro, also known as Citizen Nurse on social media, who through her bite-sized lessons titled Civics 101 for Healthcare highlights topics such as how nurses can shape government, how a bill becomes law, how to find your congressperson, and how to use your vote as your voice. Gilanie shared with us how nurses can get involved at the grassroots level of current movements affecting nurses such as the Nursing is STEM movement and the Commission for Nurse Reimbursement. Gilanie's strong passion for advocacy was born out of the moral distress she felt during the pandemic when she realized that the agencies she thought had nurses’ backs, did not. Nurses often complain they are not asked for valuable input on health policy decisions. Gilanie’s message? Don’t wait to be asked for your input, take the initiative and give it! In the five-minute snippet: she’s got a new lease on life. For Gilanie's bio, please visit my website (link below). Citizen Nurse Instagram CitizenNurse YouTube Nurse Gilanie TikTok Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Wed, September 11, 2024
Critical Care Educator, Sarah Vance
Send us a text Are you a critical care nurse or aspiring to become one? If so, you won't want to miss my guest this week, Sarah Vance. With over 15 years of critical care experience, Sarah is dedicated to educating and mentoring nurses, both new and new to critical care. Sarah has a knack for simplifying complex concepts and bringing a lighthearted approach to the often intense ICU environment. She shares valuable free open-access medical education content on social media, covering topics such as intra-aortic balloon pump placement, sedation and pain management for ventilated patients, and safe blood transfusion administration, all crucial for critical care nurses. Her Instagram handle is @iseeyou_nurse which is a keen play on words but clearly communicates that as a nurse, YOU ARE SEEN. And that is one of Sarah’s superpowers. She sees the nurse holistically, recognizing the emotional and interpersonal aspects in addition to the technical skills and protocols. She understands that nursing involves the heart, emotions, relationships, communication, and ongoing self-reflection. In the five-minute snippet: what undo button? For Sarah's bio, visit my website (link below). Sarah's Instagram ISeeUNurseResources Etsy store The Critical Care Masterclass ISeeU_Nurse website Sarah's YouTube Sarah's TikTok Sarah's LinkedIn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk wi
S2 E103 · Wed, August 21, 2024
Founder of Nurses for Nurses, Jennifer Crow
Send us a text I want you to think outside the box for a moment. What if there was a platform where nurses could connect with other nurses to network, share ideas, build friendships, and support each other with valuable resources? A place where nurses can buy and sell with fellow nurses nationwide, amplify their voices, and advocate for their profession? You might think I’m indulging in fantasy, but it’s not a fantasy - it's a soon-to-be reality, all because one nurse, Jennifer Crow, dared to dream. Jennifer created a social media platform called Nurses For Nurses. The idea was born during a particularly tough stretch of night shifts and it was during these exhausting moments that she felt a collective desire for something more - a longing for unity, support, and a shared sense of purpose. The platform is set to launch in September 2024, and I believe Jennifer’s vision will transform the nursing profession. I've said it before and I'll say it again, nurses who support nurses have all of my RESPECT. In the five-minute snippet: get ready for a short history lesson. For Jennifer's bio, visit my website (link below). Nurses for Nurses LinkedIn Nurses For Nurses Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E102 · Wed, August 14, 2024
Project Management for Nurses with Kevin Pannell
Send us a text Today's episode is all about project management. I'm sure many of you have heard of this topic, but what exactly is it? My guest today, Kevin Pannell, breaks it down for us. Kevin is a project management professional in addition to having over 25 years of experience in leadership roles, critical care, incident command, military service, homeland security, and information technology. By now, you may be wondering what the connection is between project management and nursing. Well, let's face it, nurses are planners. You plan your care before every shift and are constantly making changes to that plan during your care delivery. So knowing the principles of project management is a great tool to have in your toolbox. But are you also serving on a unit based council or a shared governance committee? Maybe you've volunteered to lead a team on a project. This can be scary because you can hope you know what to do and that it ends well but having actionable plans will ensure your success, and Kevin delivers these expertly. Kevin is also the host of the popular podcast Hope is NOT a Plan, and through it brings people hope by giving actionable planning steps. As he says after every episode, "Hope is NOT a plan, but a good plan WILL bring people hope." In the five-minute snippet: gone are the good old days. For Kevin's bio, visit my website (link below). Hope Is Not a Plan Instagram Hope Is Not a Plan YouTube Hope Is NOT a Plan Podcast Hope Is NOT a Plan Website Hope Is NOT a Plan Facebook An Introduction to Project Management Project Management Institute Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my
S2 E101 · Wed, August 07, 2024
Host of the Up My Nursing Game Podcast, Annie Fulton
Send us a text Are you an experienced emergency, acute, or critical care nurse who needs a refresher on some of nursing’s most complex conditions? Then you need Annie Fulton in your life. Annie hosts the popular educational podcast, Up My Nursing Game. Through it, she helps nurses level up their learning because, spoiler alert, learning doesn’t end when you graduate from nursing school. She collaborates with experts in their fields to answer common clinical questions so we can feel more equipped to care for our patients and her discussions are never boring. Annie is a big fan of FOAM. Let me explain because I didn’t know either. FOAM is free open-access medical education. Annie’s podcast has over 75 episodes of high-quality educational content which is absolutely free. I had a blast nerding out with Annie, a fellow nurse podcaster. And she gets my utmost respect as a nurse helping nurses. In the five-minute snippet: Dr. Dana Scully has a nice ring to it. For Annie's bio, visit my website (link below). Instagram Up My Nursing Game podcast website Up My Nursing Game LinkedIn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E100 · Wed, July 31, 2024
The 100th episode interview of Michelle Harris, by Dr. Chris Patty
Send us a text Wow, can you believe it's my 100th episode already? Before I dive into the details of this episode, I want to express my gratitude to you, the listeners! You listen from around the world, from Germany, the UK, the Philippines, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and many more, and of course to the many of you in the United States. Thank you for listening, sharing my work, sending emails, commenting, reviewing, rating, and engaging on social media. I do not take your dedication lightly. Next, I’m grateful for my amazing guests. I’ve talked with nurses, social workers, physicians, educators, and more. It's been a joy to learn from them as they share their experiences and insights. My podcasting journey started the last year before retirement. I had not been an avid podcast fan until then and found this medium fascinating. A whole new world opened up to me as a listener. I fell in love with some great podcasts, some nursing, some comedy, some educational and some were just wacky, but that's okay because it takes all kinds of people to make the world go round and I consider myself blessed to be one of those people who have contributed to this space. Now, about this 100th episode. A few months ago my brother Chris approached me and said what are you going to do for your 100th episode? He suggested that I have someone interview me. You may remember Chris was my guest for episode three of this podcast. He shared what he does as a nurse researcher and I had a ball interviewing him. There are not many people who have my utmost respect but Chris is one of those people so I turned it around on him and said, "Why don't you interview me?" This is where it gets funny. He suggested we meet so I could tell him what questions to ask me. I said, "That's not how it works! You've got to come up with your own questions." I told him nothing was off limits, he could ask whatever he wanted. So he and Chat GPT formulated an interview and on an early July morning, we met in my recording closet and had a fun and candid discussion. I hope you love it as much as I’ve loved bringing this podcast to you. For Chris' bio and book recommendations, visit my website (link below). Episode 3: Nurse Researcher, Dr. Chris Patty Wine Knows Travel website Dr. Donna Lamb, DHSc, MBA, BSN created the Match Program for physician residents Sue Kinnick, Nurse, inventor Contact T
S2 E99 · Wed, July 24, 2024
Surgical Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Kim Kish
Send us a text "Life is a journey, not a destination." This quote perfectly describes the path of my guest this week, Kim Kish, a surgical oncology nurse practitioner. Kim's journey started as a lab research associate where she learned valuable skills and even got published. From there, she moved into cardiovascular circulatory support, where she found herself observing nurses, doctors, and patients. She was again picking up crucial work and life skills that would prepare her for her next career in business. Wait, what? I thought we were moving in the direction of nursing. Yes, but we are enjoying the journey. In her role as a business process design specialist, Kim discovered the joys of traveling, high pay, and process management. But something kept tugging at her, urging her to go around the next bend and discover nursing. So at age 30, she became an adult learner and entered nursing school. Kim is passionate about providing quality care to the people she serves. She is a leader among her peers, a mentor to new APRN's, and a published author. She told me she loves being a nurse practitioner and will likely retire from this profession. Does that mean she has reached her destination? Not hardly. Something exciting is right around the corner. She is soon launching her career coaching business to help nurses in their journey to lead fulfilling lives. In the five-minute snippet: Got any travel plans? For Kim's bio, visit my website (link below). NP for Life LinkedIn Nurse Your Life Back to Health on Amazon kknpforlife Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconv
S2 E98 · Wed, July 17, 2024
Physical Therapist and Burnout Coach, Dr. Ricky Fernandez
Send us a text According to Coachfoundation.com, passion is one of the most important qualities of a good coach. Enter Dr. Ricky Fernandez, a doctor of physical therapy and a burnout coach and I was eager to talk with him for those reasons. We talked about all the things he does as a physical therapist: his schedule (which is kind of sweet), what his patients need, and the importance of collaboration with allied health professionals. As we delved into the topic of burnout, his passion became evident. Having experienced burnout himself, Ricky recognizes the significance of establishing boundaries and prioritizing the mental health of healthcare professionals. He pointed out that certain personality traits such as perfectionism (me) people-pleasing (me as well) and martyrdom (again, me) can make individuals susceptible to burnout. Ricky, where were you a few years ago? While it's too late for me, I found Ricky's insights valuable. If you're experiencing burnout, or better yet, if you'd like to prevent it, Ricky genuinely wants you to practice healthcare in a way that works for you, not against you. In the five-minute snippet: goodnight. For Ricky's bio, visit my website (link below). Bounce Back from Burnout LinkedIn Ricky the Burnout Coach Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E97 · Wed, July 10, 2024
Certified Enneagram Coach and Nurse, Gwen Sledge
Send us a text Meet Gwen Sledge, a retired nurse and Certified Enneagram Coach. Gwen has a deep understanding of the Enneagram and is passionate about using her healthcare experience to help nurses understand how their personality, communication style, and behavior affect their relationships. Not sure what the Enneagram is? I wasn’t either but I learned it’s a personality typing tool that categorizes individuals into nine distinct personality types, each with its own core fears, desires, and patterns of thinking and behaving. In all honesty, I was initially skeptical but after taking the assessment, I was amazed by the accuracy of this tool. I discovered I am a type two and Gwen is a type six and you’ll hear how our readings are reflected in our practice. You might be wondering, "Why is this even important?" As nurses, we collaborate closely with a variety of disciplines in stressful environments, and Gwen pointed out that by understanding your Enneagram type, you can gain insight into behavior which can, in turn, lead to deeper connections and more authentic relationships. And that sounds like a win-win situation to me. In the five-minute snippet: well, what would you do if you grew a tail overnight? For Gwen's bio, visit my website (link below). Enneagram with Gwen Instagram Enneagram with Gwen Facebook Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E96 · Wed, July 03, 2024
The New RN, Dave Dovell
Send us a text As a student nurse or a new RN, Dave Dovell is someone you should know. Dave is a registered nurse working on a Progressive Care Unit, with a diverse work history that includes being an executive chef, an educator, working in the 911 system and the emergency room. And his story of why he became a nurse? Let’s just say it will put you in an, “I’m not crying, you're crying” situation. Dave is known as the New RN and his Instagram is chock full of nursing hacks, study tips, and nursing stories to help the new nurse transition to the new role. According to the American Nurses Association, almost 18% of new nurses leave the profession within a year due to stressful working conditions, lack of leadership and supervision, and understaffed facilities. Dave's book, Brand New Nurse: Surviving Your First Day on the Job, should be mandatory reading for all new nurses as it covers topics like transitioning to night shift, professionalism, communication, organization, and time management. These are aspects that nurses don't learn in school. However, it's also a valuable read for seasoned nurses because whether you've been a nurse for two years or twenty-two years, you can probably recall feeling unsure, inept, disorganized, and exhausted during your first weeks and months on the job. As a profession, we have a responsibility to invest in our nurses and help them have fulfilling careers by mentoring them. In the five-minute snippet: Bring on the rain! For Dave's bio, visit my website (link below). The New RN Instagram The New RN Facebook The New RN website and Blog Brand New Nurse on Amazon Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with
S2 E95 · Wed, June 26, 2024
Flight Paramedic and Podcast Host, Samantha Brawley
Send us a text When I hear the words “flight paramedic” I immediately think of aviator glasses, compact spaces, aircraft propellers, jumpsuits, highly trained professionals, and a general sense of badassery. Enter Samantha Brawley. As a flight paramedic, she cares for the sickest of the sick, and the occasional walking, talking patient, who may just be her favorite, wink, wink. We discussed the team she works with, the procedures in her scope of practice, the territory she flies, and the mental capacity it takes to process things she can’t unsee. And then she told us about the camaraderie. Before flight paramedicine, Sam worked for over a decade in fire and EMS. When she left the 911 system, she missed the shared experiences of getting off shift late, hanging out in the charting room, and talking shit with her co-workers. So, she started the very popular 911 Nonsense podcast and now shares that camaraderie with her guests. And let’s talk about her guests. Sam has clinched some high-profile guests from James Geering, former firefighter turned podcast host of the Behind the Shield podcast to Jenn Hamilton, L&D nurse, women’s health advocate, and Instagram influencer. However, some of the best guests are everyday men and women who serve humanity, like Ryan, a firefighter battling PTSD and advocating for the mental health of his fellow firefighters, Dr. Macias, a wilderness medicine enthusiast, and Kelly, a NICU respiratory therapist who educates healthcare professionals. There’s one thing for certain, any guest on Sam's podcast is bound to be great. In the five-minute snippet: Sam’s got some explaining to do. For Sam's bio, visit my website (link below). 911 Nonsense Instagram Website 911 Nonsense Merch Nine One One Nonsense Facebook Group Mind the Frontline The Overwatch Collective Debriefing the Frontlines Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! <a hr
S2 E94 · Wed, June 19, 2024
Stem Cell Transplant Nurse, Dora Loun
Send us a text I recently came across Dora Loun's LinkedIn profile, and her bio as a stem cell transplant nurse piqued my interest. However, when I had a conversation with her, I realized that what I thought she did and what she actually does are vastly different. Dora's experience in critical care nursing provided her with the perfect foundation for caring for some of the most severely ill patients. I usually ask my guests to walk me through a typical day in their life as a nurse, but Dora took a different approach. She instead described what her patients go through before, during, and long after a stem cell transplant. This was an intelligent move because hearing about the patients' hopes and dreams for the future, anxieties about the treatment, physical ailments from the medication's side effects, the isolation of loneliness, and the bond they form with their nurses gave me a deeper insight into Dora's work. And Dora's work entails providing hope for the future, care for the present, and comfort when time has run out. In the five-minute snippet: She’s going to need a lot of coffee. For Dora's bio, please visit my website (link below). Dora's LinkedIn Be The Match Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E93 · Wed, June 12, 2024
Your Nurse Lawyer, Irnise Williams, Esq.
Send us a text My guest this week, Irnise Williams, has been a nurse for 16 years. Starting with her eye on medical school, she opted for nursing school, fell in love, and never looked back. Because if you’re looking back, you can’t look forward, and forward was the direction Irnise wanted to go. She could have advanced her degree by becoming a Nurse practitioner or a CRNA, two popular paths over a decade ago. Instead, she attended Howard University School of Law, became a lawyer, and established her law firm. She is now in a unique position. As a healthcare and regulatory compliance lawyer with a nursing background, she has a deeper understanding of healthcare practices and patient care. With this knowledge, she helps healthcare providers and organizations navigate federal and state regulations, as well as advising small businesses and educating nurses. As a Top Voice on LinkedIn and a strong Instagram presence as Your Nurse Lawyer, she frequently tackles controversial topics such as documentation, AI, and affecting social change through changing health policy. I’m so thankful to Tiffany Gibson for recommending her bestie Irnise as a guest on my podcast. Irnise has elevated nurses everywhere by using her law degree to amplify the voices of our profession. In the five-minute snippet: I’m a big fan of the Golden Rule. For Irnise's bio, visit my website (link below). Irnise F. Williams, Esq Your Nurse Lawyer LinkedIn Your Nurse Lawyer Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E92 · Wed, June 05, 2024
Hallmarks of a Great Nurse Leader with Kirsten Ferren
Send us a text Meet Kirsten Ferren, a nurse who has been serving in healthcare for over 23 years. She brings to the table her experience as a former Chief Nursing Officer and currently holds the position of Vice President of Patient Care. She is also an author, mentor, and leadership consultant at the company she owns, Nursing Inferno Coaching. We had a stimulating conversation about how leaders can show up for those they lead, strategies that help prevent staff burnout, and the qualities that nurse leaders should possess. Kirsten has a passion for developing leaders who value authenticity and connection as essential leadership skills, as well as kindness. I love what she said about kindness! Kirsten's dedication to supporting and developing nurse leaders is apparent, and she strongly believes that how we lead others is critical to changing the culture of nursing. In the five-minute snippet: between giant hamsters, tiny elephants, and duck-sized horses, this was a crazy five minutes of fun! For Kirsten's bio, visit my website (link below). Kirsten's Instagram Nursing Inferno Coaching and Consultation Nursing Leadership Workbook Nursing Inferno Facebook Group Kirsten's bookshop! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E91 · Wed, May 29, 2024
Closet Cocktails with Prada and Patrick
Send us a text What happens when two friends have cocktails and dish on a movie? Magic, pure magic. My first returning guest this week is Patrick Pickarts. Patrick debuted in episode 56 when he told us all about being a nurse in tech. And if you don’t remember him, well, how could you forget about Patrick, it would be like putting Baby in a corner and nobody puts Baby in a corner (Let’s see how many movie references I can get in here). In episode 56, Patrick referred to the hit movie, The Devil Wears Prada and gave me some flack about not having seen it. So right then and there, I committed to watching and inviting him back for an episode in which we give our commentary. It's been seven months since I made that commitment and all I can say is TEMPUS FUGIT- time flies! I recently celebrated my 60th birthday and have vowed not to let time slip away from me because I found out what the secret to life is: friends. Best friends. Patrick is my friend and I could not let this promise go unfulfilled. In the end, instead of the five-minute snippet, I test Patrick’s knowledge with Prada trivia (if you ask me, I’m not sure he’s even seen it!) Sit back, relax, and enjoy your low-calorie popcorn and assorted confections. Well, here goes nothin’! For Patrick's bio, visit my website (link below). Patrick's Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E90 · Wed, May 22, 2024
Death Doula, Haley Diltz
Send us a text Meet Haley Diltz, an exceptional woman who had a childhood dream of being Indiana Jones but instead grew up to become a Neurotrauma ICU nurse. She knew early on she had an affinity for the dying and helping families navigate through some of life’s most tragic experiences. It took one very tragic experience in the ICU for Haley to take pause and re-evaluate how she could better serve the dying and is now dedicating her career to end-of-life and palliative care. Haley founded Third Eye Nurse, LLC, offering burnout education, integrative health coaching, and doula services for end-of-life care. She became a death doula, and her expertise as a certified death educator has allowed her to promote accessible and inclusive death care, looking at death, not solely as a physical event, but also as a mental, emotional, and spiritual transition. Through the education of nurses and patients, Haley destigmatizes death and dying by valuing the sacredness and creativity that can exist when we find the courage to participate in and acknowledge death, not only as a natural process, but a natural part of life. And she is making a difference, one death at a time. In the five-minute snippet: She’s a witchy woman. For Haley's bio, visit my website (link below). Third Eye Nurse Instagram Third Eye Nurse Facebook Group Third Eye Nurse website Haley's bio and contact info Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E89 · Wed, May 15, 2024
Cannabis Nurse, Ashley Wynn-Grimes
Send us a text Do you ever come across someone on Instagram who is meant to teach you something? For me, that person is Ashley Wynn-Grimes, also known as The Cannabis Nurse. Ashley is the owner of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC where she teaches nurses the ins and outs of the cannabis industry. Cannabis nursing is a nursing specialty recently recognized by the American Nurses Association. Through Ashley, I learned about where cannabis nurses can work, who their patients are, and how they can advocate for cannabis use within their communities. Ashley is a pioneer in this field and established cannabis patient care programs in Maryland. She also lobbies for its use. Ashley is also the author of the book, Stigmatized. Through it, she sheds light on her path to finding freedom through entrepreneurship and building a brand around cannabis medicine. The research is growing on medicinal cannabis use and the opportunity for nurses to enter this field is great. So if Ashley’s page shows up on your feed, consider yourself lucky because you are about to learn something. In the five-minute snippet: we’re going back, wayyyyyy back. For Ashley's bio, visit my website (link below). Cannabis Nursing Solutions Instagram Ashley's LinkedIn HIGHlights for Healthcare Newsletter Cannabis Nursing Solutions Facebook Cannabis Nursing School website "Stigmatized" the book Ashley's YouTube Ashley's bio and contact info Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guest
S2 E88 · Wed, May 08, 2024
Nurse, Poet, and Author, Susan Farese
Send us a text Susan Farese is a nurse who has done it all. Well, let me rephrase that. Susan is a nurse who has done a lot. Maybe not all, but her career includes clinical nursing, education, staff development, research, legal nurse consulting, management and coaching. She's also a veteran, having served in the Navy and as a former Major in the Army. How has she been able to manage these stressful, demanding positions? Throughout her career and her life, Susan has tapped into her creativity. She lost her cherished grandmother to early Alzheimer's, and 20 years later she wrote a poem in her grandmother's memory which started on a path to healing. She has since authored the book Poetic Expressions in Nursing...Sharing the Caring and advocates for the creative use of poetry for nurses to express what we feel daily: wonder, frustration, grief, and love for the profession and our patients. But Susan's creativity is not limited to just writing. She is also an accomplished wildlife and nature photographer, a Haiku teacher, an actor, a blogger, a public speaker, a frequent podcast guest, and even runs her own public relations company. Susan's advice to fellow nurses: cultivate your creativity, be open to new ideas, and always be willing to learn and change. Reinvent yourself. Evolve. Love your life. In the five-minute snippet. Is the kazoo an instrument? Poetic Expressions in Nursing... Sharing the Caring SJF Communications website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Susan's bio and contact info Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! <a href='https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversing
S2 E87 · Wed, May 01, 2024
Founder and CEO of CodePRep, Susan Davis
Send us a text Susan Davis is a class act. She's also a doctorally-prepared nurse and CEO of Code PRep, an in-hospital cardiac arrest mock code training program that helps teams prepare, execute, and evaluate codes more effectively. Now, I opened with Susan is a class act, and let me explain. Susan and I recorded an entire 1-hour podcast episode, or at least I thought we recorded. There was just one small problem, I never hit the record button. It pained me to tell Susan that we had nothing. Our episode was flatline. Susan did not skip a beat and graciously agreed to give her precious time to do Susan and Michelle 2.0. Our second conversation was equally as memorable as our first. We discussed the challenges of running a code, teamwork, egos, and that darn defibrillator. Why are we all scared of the defibrillator? But Susan makes it as easy as one, two, three. Really, it's that easy! Our conversation is full of useful information to make saving lives more efficient with better outcomes. And as Susan says, outcomes equal people. In the five-minute snippet, I see a Game of Thrones remake. Susan's LinkedIn RescueRN The Rescue RN YouTube Code Prep CPR Instagram NTI 2024 AACN Conference CASAhearts – Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance Parent Heart Watch | Sudden Cardiac Arrest In Youth Prevention | SCA Home | Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation (sca-aware.org) Homepage - Citizen CPR Susan's bio and contact info Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! <a href='https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnurse
S2 E86 · Wed, April 24, 2024
Adverse Childhood Experiences with Gaby Morales
Send us a text When I heard Gaby Morales speak about adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, on the Nine One One Nonsense podcast, I knew I had to bring their message to you. Gaby explained that ACEs are adverse childhood experiences such as physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as other forms of household dysfunction like mental illness or substance use problems, and living with a violent or incarcerated parent. ACEs are linked to chronic health problems, mental illness, substance use in adulthood, and suicide. Gaby's not new to nursing. They've been a nurse for eight years and are currently the clinical educator for a Level I trauma emergency room and a DNP student. Through their work, they've encountered many healthcare professionals who were completely unaware of ACEs and how they affect the health of their patients. So Gaby has made it their mission to educate healthcare professionals about the impacts of adverse childhood trauma. They are taking what they call the "Tour de ACE" on the road and have even titled their presentation "The Greatest Unaddressed Public Health Threat That Most Healthcare Professionals Don't Know About." And with Gaby's passion and efforts, I think very soon that will change. In the five-minute snippet: There are no aces in this card game. For Gaby's bio, visit my website (link below). Gaby's Instagram ACE questionnaire PDF Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E85 · Wed, April 17, 2024
Chief Happiness Officer, Sarah Ratekin
Send us a text I was completely captivated by my guest this week, Dr. Sarah Ratekin. Sarah is the Owner and Chief Happiness Officer of Happiness is Courage, LLC. I’m all about the happy and if there’s one thing the nurses need right now, it’s more happiness. With a background in organizational ethics and a doctorate in business administration she helps her clients, which include healthcare institutions, improve the employee experience, and spoiler alert, it doesn’t involve pizza parties. She explained the formula of happiness at work is determined by only two factors: solid relationships with the people we work with and that the work we do is meaningful. I can’t think of a healthcare professional who does not have those two factors on their radar. Sarah has been accused of being a Pollyanna and vehemently rejects that label. Her approach to gratitude and happiness at work comes from both academic research and personal experience. Sarah’s passion for transforming workplace cultures as well as her optimistic outlook has me hopeful for the future of nursing. In the five-minute snippet: Watch out Wilbur, Sarah’s comin' for you! For Sarah's bio and bookstore, visit my website (link below). https://www.happinessiscourage.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessIsCourage/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7JAmIvjCfVKUcZE0EXXrJw https://www.linkedin.com/in/happinessiscourage/ https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Threads-Positivity-Gratitude-Journal/dp/1074789911 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I
S2 E84 · Wed, April 10, 2024
The Break Nurse, Alex Whitefield
Send us a text In 375 BC, the ancient philosopher Plato wrote, "Our need will be the real creator." But over time, the phrase has been condensed to its current form, "Necessity is the mother of invention." Alex Whitefield, aka "The Break Nurse", is an innovator and nurse leader who identified a need: hospitals were using outdated break systems which were making it difficult for nurses to get breaks. So he co-invented Breakalgo, a software program that optimizes break performance through smart scheduling in real-time. Why do we need breaks? Consider the cognitive, emotional, and physical load nurses endure in a typical twelve-hour shift. Now add to that little time to pause from witnessed trauma, nourish the body, or rest, and recover. Numerous studies show our ability to critically think diminishes with physical, mental, and emotional depletion. But our nursing culture continues to view breaks as a luxury, not a necessity. Alex has made it his mission to change this narrative and is proving to us that over two millennia later, Plato's axiom still holds true. In the five-minute snippet: Alex, you need a raise. To see Alex's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 Enull · Wed, April 03, 2024
Host of the Direct Admission podcast, Brian Cerezo
Send us a text Brian Cerezo is a nurse who likes to have fun, but he's also passionate about the nursing profession and proud about being able to financially support his family. And he doesn't solely rely on his W-2 job. He's made some risky moves by investing in real estate, stocks, and the dreaded crypto. We agreed investing can sometimes be uncertain, but as his portfolio grows, so does his comfort in knowing he's got a backup plan. Brian is also the host of the popular podcast called Direct Admission, and if you know, you know. He started his podcast to talk to nurses about nursing and all the doors it can open for them, as well as helping them on their journey to financial independence by sharing his knowledge and experiences. And remember what I said about fun. Well, his Instagram is packed full of nursing memes and will have you chuckling in no time. When you watch him on YouTube, you'll see he always has a smile on his face. And during our conversation, I did, too. In the five-minute snippet: Honey, did you order the lumpia? For Brian's bio, go to my website (link below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbenjiern/ Direct Admission Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/brianmakesbenjamins Brian's bio and contact info: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/person/brian-cerezo Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E83 · Wed, March 27, 2024
Emotional Intelligence Consultant, Tiffany Gibson
Send us a text Tiffany Gibson is a radical nurse leader who has been featured in Oprah Daily and Ebony magazines and proudly shares her two cents on social media and through her podcast. So when she manifested her goal on LinkedIn to book twelve speaking engagements this year, I jumped at the opportunity to invite her to be my guest because her wisdom for nurses cannot go unheard. Tiffany is an emotional intelligence consultant and the founder of New Nurse Academy, LLC. During our conversation, she stressed the importance of emotional intelligence for nurses. She says managing oneself is crucial before managing others, and that entails understanding one's core values. Tiffany has designed a life that aligns with her core values: time, financial and recreational freedom. She believes that when nurses reevaluate their why, their core values will align, enabling them to show up authentically. Her message isn't just for nurses, it's one that we all need to hear. Her work is vital and I am delighted she is sharing it with you. In the five-minute snippet: Royalty is so overrated. For Tiffany's bio, visit my website (link below). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfHESB9nFK8VfehmzXU6nQ X: https://twitter.com/NewNurseAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newnurseacademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewNurseAcademy/ Podcast: https://new-nurse-academy.mykajabi.com/podcasts/my-2-cents Oprah Daily feature: https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/work-money/a38203383/theyre-taking-a-shot-at-innovation/ Ebony magazine feature: https://www.ebony.com/the-national-black-nurses-association-holds-its-50th-annual-conference-to-support-and-empower-healthcare-professionals-%EF%BF%BC%EF%BF%BC/ National Black Nurses Association Conference July 2024: https://whova.com/portal/registration/niac_202407/ Moxie Scrubs feature : https://www.moxiescrubs.com/a/blog/10-black-nurses-you-must-follow-in-2023 How Past Trauma Impacts Emotional Intelligence article: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1067509/full Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/in
S2 E81 · Wed, March 20, 2024
NICU Nurse Manager, Felicia Torres Vaughn
Send us a text According to Forbes magazine, the relationship between managers and their employees has a significant impact on their mental health, similar to the effect of a partner. My guest this week, NICU Nurse Manager, Felicia Torres Vaughn, understands this and works hard to build strong relationships with her staff. During our conversation, Felicia clarified some common misconceptions about managers and emphasized the importance of mentorship. She also encouraged the idea of embracing failure, as it provides an opportunity to learn and grow. I’ve had many mentors throughout my journey, and Felicia taught me a valuable lesson on what it means to be a compassionate and thoughtful leader. She does this most profoundly, by example, not expecting her staff to do anything she wouldn't do herself. As she spoke of her love for Mother Teresa, I noticed similarities in their service mindset, humble spirit, and desire to bring love and light to the people they serve. Her advice for nurses who aspire to be leaders? Find a mentor and be a mentor. In the five-minute snippet: start spreading the news! For Felicia's bio, visit my website (link below). LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicia-torres-vaughn-79a71517b/ American Organization for Nurse Leadership: https://www.aonl.org/ Association of California Nurse Leaders: https://www.acnl.org/#!event-list From the Full Focus article: https://fullfocus.co/batteries-included/#:~:text=Don't%20Hire%20People%20Unless%20the%20Batteries%20Are%20Included%20%2D%20Michael%20Hyatt Forbes article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2023/01/29/managers-have-major-impact-on-mental-health-how-to-lead-for-wellbeing/?sh=202944ec2ec1 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E80 · Wed, March 13, 2024
Nurse and IBCLC, Rochelle Caldwell
Send us a text It was great reconnecting this week with my old friend and colleague, Rochelle Caldwell. Now let me rephrase that: we are not old, our friendship has just happened to span 43 years. Rochelle is a labor and delivery nurse and an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and since that’s a mouthful, let’s just say an IBCLC. She was inspired to pursue this career path by another nurse, also an IBCLC who witnessed her interactions with postpartum mothers and recognized her potential. As a labor and delivery nurse, she is uniquely poised to observe newborn baby behavior, provide lactation education, and advocate for the breastfeeding needs of the mother/baby dyad. According to Rochelle, empathy is the most critical characteristic a nurse can have when working with breastfeeding families. It requires the ability to understand their perspective and meet them where they are. In the five-minute snippet: I’m cold just thinking about it! For Rochelle's bio, visit my website (link below). International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners: https://iblce.org/ International Lactation Consultant Association: https://ilca.org/ The United States Lactation Consultant Association: https://uslca.org/ National Lactation Consultant Alliance: https://nlca.us/ Monetary Investment for Lactation Consultant Certification: https://milcc.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E79 · Wed, March 06, 2024
CRNA School Prep Academy Founder and CEO, Jenny Finnell
Send us a text This week, I had an informative conversation with the Founder and CEO of the CRNA School Prep Academy, Jenny Finnell. Like a great nurse entrepreneur, Jenny identified a need: CRNA candidates were struggling to get into these highly competitive schools. So she created the Academy, a place where potential students can find resources on how to land the all-important interview, how to make themselves stand out in a crowd of candidates, how to improve their emotional intelligence, and important financial coaching because CRNA school is expensive! If being a CRNA is even remotely on your radar, you need to find Jenny now. And she's easy to find. When I said she’s everywhere, she is, she’s everywhere. Her website, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, podcast, and blog are packed full of highly sought-after information for the CRNA candidate to find and secure placement in a school, making them one step closer to achieving their dream. And Jenny’s generosity of mentorship makes this possible. In the five-minute snippet: who needs the lottery? For Jenny's bio, visit my website (link below). FREE 29-pg Guide on How to Become a CRNA : https://www.cspaedu.com/3m9jgffp Website: https://crnaschoolprepacademy.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crnaschoolprepacademy Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/crnaschoolprepacademy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crnaschoolprepacademy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teachrn/ American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology: https://www.aana.com/ Coursera Free Writing Courses: https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=free Jenny's bookshop on Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/lists/crna-jenny-finnell-founder-ceo-of-crna-school-prep-academy Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon! <br
S2 E78 · Wed, February 28, 2024
PICC Nurse, Kristin Hansen
Send us a text Kristin Hansen is an enthusiastic, energetic, and highly skilled PICC nurse. However, she admits that it wasn't always easy for her to transition from starting IVs on premature babies in the NICU to placing PICC lines on adults. But with practice and persistence, she learned everything about this interesting nursing specialty and we are so lucky she is sharing her knowledge with us. Kristin explained the criteria for becoming a PICC candidate, the technologies used, the teamwork required, professional organizations, and much more. If you have decent IV skills, can work independently, and have an affinity for bright, shiny objects, PICC nursing could be for you. And if your hospital doesn’t have a PICC team, step up and start one! In the five-minute snippet: well, you’ll just have to hear this one for yourself. For Kristin's bio, visit my website (link below) Instagram Professional Organizations: Certified PICC Ultrasound Inserter Vascular Access Certification (VA-BC) Vascular Access Society Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) Association for Vascular Access (AVA) Infusion Nurse Society Kristin's go-to for teaching: The IV Guy Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E77 · Wed, February 21, 2024
Nurse and Finance Coach, April Waddell
Send us a text This week I had an informative and fun conversation about money with my guest, nurse, and finance coach, April Waddell. Yes, you heard me right, I said fun. Talking about money can create anxiety in some and I’m no different but April’s positive and hopeful spirit helped me keep calm and carry on. After retiring from her work as a Pediatric ICU nurse, April founded Nurse Money Date, a financial coaching business and you’ll love hearing the reason behind the name. I never considered seeking out a fellow nurse for financial advice but this may have been a mistake because April helps nurses feel comfortable with money through leveraging their experience in nursing and by using language they understand: the nursing process. And this is genius. April’s goal is to uplift nurses financially so they can stay in the profession they love and feel in control of the work they do. In the five-minute snippet: it’s a 1970s disco flashback. LinkedIn April's website April's Instagram April's Facebook Money Personality Quiz Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E76 · Wed, February 14, 2024
Trauma ICU Nurse and Travel Host, Myra Gamble
Send us a text Myra Gamble is so chill and laid-back, it’s hard to believe she’s a Trauma ICU nurse. She’s also done emergency room nursing, hospice, home health, cath lab, interventional radiology, and telemetry. And I imagine that such a wide range of experience has only made her a better ICU nurse. As I listened to her recount stories from the COVID ICU, I remembered the toll it took on so many healthcare professionals. I loved hearing how she organizes her day (she may have a touch of OCD), and how it's vital in a busy ICU to have appropriate ratios and break nurses. We talked about what it means to be part of a tribe and for Myra, the deep connections she has with her coworkers have certainly enriched her life. She’s now enriching others’ lives through her business, Travel with a Tribe, LLC. Myra helps travelers find joy in experiencing new places, cultures, people, and food, don’t forget the food. She makes it so easy, all you have to do is show up and what could be more alluring to busy medical professionals than to have everything done for you? Maybe more PTO? Yeah, more PTO. Myra’s philosophy is life is too short to not use your PTO so get off the couch, get on a plane, and see the world! In the five-minute snippet: Food, don’t forget the food! For Myra's bio, visit my website (link below). Traveling with Myra IG TravelJoy website Travel with a Tribe Facebook Myra Gamble LinkedIn Email Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E75 · Wed, February 07, 2024
Nurse and Real Estate Investing Consultant, Lynn John
Send us a text My guest this week, Lynn John, is a smart, tenacious woman. Deciding in high school to become a nurse, Lynn was told that would never happen. Armed with a prove-them-wrong attitude, she forged on and obtained her Master's in nursing. But after several years of working under institutional abuse in the form of unsafe staffing and mandatory overtime, she realized she did not want to be boxed into a W-2 job until retirement. So she switched gears and started a real estate investment consulting business. And what she's accomplished in a few short years is no less than phenomenal. She now teaches fellow nurses how to create financial freedom through real estate investing. And no, she is not encouraging nurses to leave the profession. Nurses are coming to her because, like her, they love being nurses, but want more freedom over when, where, and how much they want to work. So, in a way, she's saving the nursing profession. In the five-minute snippet, does anyone have an EpiPen? For Lynn's bio, visit my website (link bio). Lynn's Instagram Boss Nurse Lynn website Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E74 · Wed, January 31, 2024
Fertility Nurse, Cassidie Thomas
Send us a text Cassidie Thomas is a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. This week, I had a conversation with her about fertility nursing, which is a fascinating field that I knew little about until now. I learned that fertility nurses take care of a diverse group of patients, including couples who struggle with infertility, egg donors, individuals, surrogates, and cancer patients who want to preserve their eggs for future use. These patients often undergo hormone treatments and surgical procedures, and they are going through emotionally challenging times. Therefore, if you want to pursue a career in fertility nursing, you need to have a high level of emotional intelligence. I could hear Cassidie's enthusiasm as she spoke about the importance of building rapport and maintaining relationships with people who are facing major life changes. And speaking of major life changes, Cassidie herself is a few months away from becoming a DNP-FNP! She pursued this goal so that as a school nurse consultant, she’ll be instrumental in educating school nurses on the mental health needs of students. In the five-minute snippet: Hot feet? She's got a remedy for that! For Cassidie's bio, visit my website (link below). American Society for Reproductive Medicine Nurse Certificate Course in Reproductive Medicine NASM Conference WIN Conference Cassidie's LinkedIn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E73 · Wed, January 24, 2024
Registered Nurse First Assist, Bill Patty
Send us a text **This episode discusses suicide, depression, and addiction, which may be triggering topics for some. Reach out to a mental health professional if you are experiencing depression, addiction, or suicidal ideation** Mental Health Resouces for Healthcare Workers and First Responders: National Alliance on Mental Health (Nurse-Led): Debriefing the Front Lines Don't Clock Out If you like wild rides, you will love listening to my guest this week, a Registered Nurse, First Assist, and my little brother, Bill Patty. With 38 years of operating room experience, from a surgical tech to a circulating nurse and culminating as an RNFA, he paints a very clear picture of what the job entails. And as Bill says, 'church mice need not apply.' We talked about the schooling and experience you need for this advanced practice degree, the certifications, professional organizations, and the roles of all the OR players. I learned that the job is highly technical and physically demanding, but also extremely rewarding, and for Bill, the joy of his life. We had a candid discussion about his medical retirement from the OR and how the loss of his nurse identity catapulted him into the darkness of suicidal ideation and fueled his alcoholism. His answer to my question, 'What do people misunderstand about you?' made me rethink my judgment towards addicts. In the five-minute snippet: Customer service, what's that? For Bill's bio, visit my website (link below). Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses National Assistant at Surgery Certification Certified Nurse-Operating Room Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! </
S2 E72 · Wed, January 17, 2024
Retirement from Nursing- Is it all it's cracked up to be?
Send us a text Hey guys! Today I’m talking about retirement because it's been two years since I retired from nursing! And for anybody who's been with me for a while, you've heard me talk about the challenges of retirement, and there certainly have been some. There have also been many blessings and we'll talk about those too, so let’s get to it! The Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Inventory Becker's Clinical Leadership article: Crisis Looms as 800,000 Nurses Plan to Exit the Workforce by 2027 Top 10 Financial Mistakes After Retirement PDF Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E71 · Wed, January 10, 2024
Remote Nursing with Maggie Lajaunie and Blaire McElroy
Send us a text This week I had a great conversation about all things remote nursing. My guests are Maggie Lajaunie, Head of Clinical Services, and Blaire McElroy, Clinical Services manager for the remote care company, Veta Health. I came into the conversation with ZERO knowledge about what remote nursing entailed and I left with a new appreciation of it. Like the Grinch, my heart grew three sizes that day because once again, I was blown away by these two dynamic nurse leaders. They elevate the patient experience by first enhancing the nurse experience and provide nurses with the necessary tools and training to be successful and happy in their remote work. I have always admired nurses who help other nurses, and Maggie and Blaire have my utmost respect. In the five-minute snippet: we switched it up to a version of the Newlywed Game and it’s evident Maggie and Blaire’s partnership is truly inspiring. For Maggie's and Blaire's bio, visit my website (link below). Veta Health Veta Health LinkedIn Maggie's LinkedIn Blaire's LinkedIn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E70 · Wed, December 20, 2023
NICU Nurse and Military Wife, Kari Replogle
Send us a text It was a thrill to reconnect with my colleague and friend, Kari Replogle. Kari has a gentle personality that perfectly suits her role as a NICU nurse. But don't let that delightful personality fool you. Kari is also a highly skilled practitioner and self-proclaimed lover of the adrenaline rush. In our conversation, Kari reflected on seeing her mom help people as a nurse, whether in a hospital or a camp setting and became inspired to follow in her footsteps. It's no mystery how she adopted a service philosophy. Her parents, Lynne, a nurse, and Paul, a teacher, both had long careers in service. They are now retired but continue to help impoverished communities in Mexico. And while we're on the subject of service, Kari's husband, Craig, a Navy veteran, served our country for over 20 years, and Kari spoke candidly about the challenges of being a military wife and family. Nevertheless, her faith and kind nature drive her to be the best she can be. Her three prayers as a nurse? That her care is helpful to her patients in body, mind, and soul, that she is a positive contributing teammate, and that she never stops learning or striving for excellence. It's safe to say that she is well on her way to achieving those goals. In the five-minute snippet, cows over dogs any day. Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E69 · Wed, December 13, 2023
Bullying and Incivility in Nursing with Dr. Phyllis Quinlan
Send us a text If you've been listening to the podcast for a while you’ve heard me say that we would be discussing bullying and, I’m happy to report that after over 65 episodes, I'm finally doing that. And I'm not only talking about it, I'm talking to the expert about it. My guest, Dr. Phyllis Quinlan, a Ph.D.-prepared nurse, literally wrote the book on Bullying and Chronic Incivility in Nursing. With a combined 45 years as a nurse, educator, LNC, and executive coach, and having experienced bullying herself, she is well-equipped for the difficult conversation and has some insightful solutions to end it. And let’s talk about emotional intelligence for a moment. Dr. Quinlan defines this for adults as the secret sauce to success in your personal and professional life. Well, Dr. Quinlan’s emotional intelligence score must be off the charts. This was truly one of the best conversations. In the five-minute snippet: move over Barack. For Dr. Quinlan's bio, visit my website (link below). Bringing Shadow Behavior Into the Light of Day LinkedIn MFW Consultants Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses Twitter Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E68 · Wed, December 06, 2023
PMHNP and Powerlifter, Tara Kittrell
Send us a text **CAUTION** In this episode we discuss mental health, including suicide. If you are experiencing mental health challenges and have thought of harming yourself, there is help for you. Call or text 988, the Suicide/Crisis Hotline. Help is available 24/7/365. Please reach out. What do psych nursing, powerlifting, and The Walking Dead have in common? My guest for this week, Tara "Taz" Kittrell. Her long career serving the mental health needs of women and children has progressed from a foster care case worker to a counselor, then as a sexual assault nurse examiner to a pediatric post-op nurse, to what she does today, serving college students as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Now, I could stop here, but I won't because there is so much more to her story. Tara is currently enrolled in an EMT Basic program, and when I asked her why, her answer just lifted her higher on the pedestal I had put her on. And did I mention she happens to competitively deadlift? When Tara wants to get out of her head, she gets into the gym. Her powerlifting efforts have won her several prestigious awards. She strongly believes in the power of movement to improve mental health, and she shares this love with her colleagues and students. In the five-minute snippet, there are 27 callers ahead of you. For Tara's bio, visit my website (link below). Tara's Instagram Tara's LinkedIn Lifting Heavy Things- Healing Trauma One Rep at a Time by Laura Khoudari Built to Move-The Ten Essential Habits to Help you Move Freely and Live Fully by Kelly Starrett Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! <a href='https://bookshop.org
S2 E67 · Wed, November 29, 2023
Trauma Nurse, Healthcare Lawyer, and Innovator, Kwamane Liddell
Send us a text Ever since I started this podcast, I have been looking forward to talking with a nurse who is also a JD. Recently, I got the opportunity to have an insightful conversation with Kwamane Liddell. Kwamane is a healthcare visionary. You only need to glance at his LinkedIn profile to see the many accolades he has received from various sectors, including healthcare, business, innovation, and technology. Here are just a few examples: - He was the first African-American male to graduate from Southern Illinois University's College of Nursing. - He is an Aspen Institute Healthy Communities Fellow - He is a Johnson and Johnson JLABS Innovator - He is the Founder of Nutrible , a company that utilizes AI social workers to help families access community resources on demand. Could he have done all of this without a law degree? I’m convinced Kwamane can do whatever he puts his mind to. When he founded Nutrible, he needed to know more about the underlying causes of health disparity, which was leading to the suffering and death of his patients in the emergency room. So by furthering his education and earning a Juris Doctor degree, Kwamane became well-equipped to change health policies and address this issue. Kwamane is changing health equity, one person at a time, and in my book, he embodies the definition of a hero. In the five-minute snippet: food, glorious food! Johnson & Johnson article Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcas
S2 E66 · Wed, November 22, 2023
Medical mission nurse and humanitarian, Paras Barnett
Send us a text Paras Barnett was leading a robust life as a nurse. She worked at a prestigious institution, provided expert nursing care to her patients, was a strong organizational leader, and a loving wife and friend. However, despite all this, she felt like something was missing and was on the verge of burnout. So she became a Caritas coach, and in the process, learned how to prioritize self-care in order to be able to fill the cup of others. This single act catapulted her into humanitarian work. She is now affiliated with Jordan International Aid and travels to underdeveloped countries multiple times a year to provide medical and surgical care. These medical missions are not funded by any organization, and the medical professionals themselves bear the cost of travel, housing, and food, which can often be between three to five thousand dollars. Paras offsets this cost by creating and selling beautiful jewelry. Her loving, generous nature brilliantly shines through in all she does. In the five-minute snippet: OMG, incredible elephants! https://www.peaceofparas.org Watson Caring Science Institute Jordan International Aid Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E65 · Wed, November 15, 2023
Pediatric Nurse Scientist, Danielle Sarik, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC
Send us a text Meet Danielle Sarik, a dedicated pediatric nurse scientist who is committed to improving the lives of our most vulnerable population. I always enjoy hearing about how nurses first entered the profession, and I was surprised to learn that Danielle was inspired to become a nurse after working on global health policy with a nurse leader. As the Director of Nursing Research for Nicholas Children's Hospital in Florida, she helps nurses engage in research and become change agents themselves. I have a great deal of respect for nurses who help other nurses, and Danielle has certainly earned all of mine. I have to admit, I nerded out a little bit reading her many publications, and I really hope the generous billionaire listening steps up to support her next project, which focuses on improving maternal mental health. In the five-minute snippet: Has anyone seen my phone? For Danielle's bio, visit my website (link below). LinkedIn X Edge Runner Award Baby Steps Video Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E64 · Wed, November 08, 2023
USAF Veteran Nurse, Captain Jennifer Savage-Cawley
Send us a text As we approach Veterans Day this week, I want to introduce Captain Jennifer Savage-Cawley, a long-time friend and colleague who served as a nurse in the United States Air Force. Since starting this podcast, I've been eager to talk with a military nurse and Jennifer made that possible. I was immediately curious to know why Jennifer joined the Air Force. Her response was hilarious and did not disappoint. Jennifer shared that military nursing can be challenging. It involves long hours, less-than-ideal locations, piles of paperwork, strong personalities, and the constant threat of deployment. Jennifer herself was deployed on a secret mission to Africa during Desert Shield. However, there are numerous benefits as well, such as becoming an officer and quickly climbing the ranks, having the military pay for your higher education, 30 days of vacation per year, free housing and medical care, and the opportunity to travel the world on the military's dime. When you add up all those benefits, the pride of serving one's country trumps them all. Jennifer should be proud of the seven years she served in the US Air Force, I certainly am. In the five-minute snippet, it's a Hallmark Christmas 24/7, 365. For Jennifer's bio, visit my website (link below). Veterans Administration Veterans Crisis Line US Air Force Nurse Corp Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E63 · Wed, November 01, 2023
Nurse, Author, and Philanthropist, D.D. Finder
Send us a text In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing D.D. Finder, aka, Delta Delta Finder. D.D. has had a remarkable 20-year healthcare career which has taken him from the Peace Corps to an EMT, from flight nursing to the ICU, and landing in Interventional Radiology. Now, there is a new chapter in his life: author. And what does he write about? Something he is intimately familiar with. His debut novel, Ready Left, Ready Right gives us a cockpit view of the intense pressures first responders and flight nurses endure every day. He brilliantly accomplished his goal of bringing awareness to the extraordinary mental health challenges that these professionals struggle with in the course of their work. And D.D. puts his money where his mouth is. He donates a portion of his book sales to three nonprofit organizations focusing on the mental health of first responders and nurses. I absolutely loved my conversation with D.D. He truly is one of the most insightful, compassionate, generous, and funny individuals who I want in my life forever. In the five-minute snippet: Prostitutes or batteries? You tell me! For D.D.'s bio and book recs, visit my website and the links below. D.D. Finder website Ready Left, Ready Right on Amazon First Responders and Mental Health- Psychiatric Times 2022 First Responder Suicide: A Call to Action-CDC The Overwatch Collective Instagram Debriefing the Front Lines Instagram 62 Romeo Nonprofit Instagram D.D.'s writing Spotify playlist: Music for a Nurse on Spotify Working for a Nuclear Free City, The Tree on Spotify Rusty Nails by Moderat on Spotify What You Want by the John Butler Trio on Spotify The Oil by Hans Zimmer on Spotify Don't Stay Here by F Contact The Conve
S2 E62 · Wed, October 25, 2023
Angela Gonzales, BSN and Founder, A Legacy of Love
Send us a text * * WARNING** During this episode, we discuss infant loss, suicide, and grief **PROCEED WITH CAUTION** On a recent Sunday morning in October, I sat down with my long-time friend and colleague, Angela Gonzales. The month of October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and we brought awareness to this all too common and often minimized topic by remembering Angela’s son, Daniel. Daniel was born to Angela and her husband David on June 9th, 2010 at 32 weeks gestation and lived for just three hours, dying from polycystic kidney disease. This tragic event started Angela on a path that she never asked for but has ultimately proven to be the best healing medicine she never knew she needed. It was Fred Rogers who said, "When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.'" And that perfectly personifies Angela. She had a long history of helping families as a postpartum nurse but she took it one step further and founded her non-profit, A Legacy of Love, and began helping women weather the storm of infant loss. We didn’t just talk about Daniel that Sunday morning in my closet; we celebrated him. Yes, you heard me right, I said celebrated. Though Daniel lived just a few short hours, his legacy of love lives on in his family and in the work Angela does to ease the suffering of others who have experienced this deep loss. In the five-minute snippet: Angela is going to need more land! For Angela's bio and bookshop, visit my website (link below). A Legacy of Love website ALOL Facebook Group Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E61 · Wed, October 18, 2023
Real Estate Investor and Nurse, Savannah Arroyo
Send us a text I recently looked up the word 'mogul' in the dictionary and found this definition: an important or powerful person. This perfectly describes Savannah Arroyo, who is a nurse by profession and an accomplished real estate investor as well. After years as a nurse administrator, Savannah was seeking a better balance between work and life, aka less work and more life. And that's when she ventured into real estate investing. In just three years since her journey began, she has acquired over $20 million worth of property, partnering with other healthcare professionals to scale her portfolio. She passionately believes that nurses are perfect candidates for investing because of their unique assets, such as time management, organization, prioritization, and delegation skills. She harnessed that passion and began educating other nurses on the benefits of financial freedom through investing. Her contributions to The Nursing Beat newsletter, as well as information on her multiple social media platforms and websites, are nuggets of pure gold. Her advice to nurses who are on the fence about investing? Do the work, educate yourself, and jump in! In the five-minute snippet: It's a dance party! For Savannah's bio, go to my website (link below). InvestHealth Willow Investment Group NetWorth Nurse The Nursing Beat newsletter Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E60 · Wed, October 11, 2023
Holistic Nurse Coach and Researcher, Giovanna Navarro
Send us a text I had so much fun talking with Giovanna Navarro, her passion and energy were palpable! She’s a dynamic and accomplished nurse with a remarkable range of abilities. With over twenty years of nursing experience, she is also a devoted wife and mother, as well as a savvy businesswoman. As a HeartMath practitioner, she is highly regarded for her exceptional emotional intelligence. She travels around the world conducting biomedical research as the lead researcher on a team of scientists. And I’m not done yet! She is a NeuroChangeSolutions Consultant and a Holistic Nurse coach. Through her on-site and online wellness programs, she is well-known for her ability to guide clients through transformational processes, helping them move from lives of stress and anxiety to ones of peaceful confidence. Her deep understanding of human behavior makes her a valuable asset to those seeking to improve their lives. In the five-minute snippet: What’s one little mistake? For Giovanna's bio and book recs, see the links below! https://www.giovannanavarro.com/ HeartMath NeuroChange Solutions Meditation-Induced Bloodborne Factors as an Adjuvant Treatment to Covid-19 Disease Barbie Kalev Instagram Dr. Ken Honda Dr. Joe Dispenza Solving the Autoimmune Puzzle: The Woman's Guide to Reclaiming Emotional Freedom and Vibrant Health Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/the
S2 E59 · Wed, October 04, 2023
Health Policy Expert, John Silver, Ph.D. RN
Send us a text When you hear the words "health policy", what comes to mind? A dry, barren desert? Not for John Silver, a nurse who has dedicated decades of his life to studying it and believes it’s anything but dry and lacking in substance. He was so passionate about understanding it that he left nursing to pursue a Ph.D. in comparative studies. He serves as President of the organization, Nurses Transforming Healthcare, whose mission is to transform healthcare into a model based on wellness and disease prevention, driven by nurses, which is affordable and accessible to all. John believes we as nurses need to remember our social roots as a profession in order to affect change. The goal is ambitious, yet gaining momentum every day. I have no doubt with our collective power, John and the masterminds behind NTH will radically change healthcare. I teased him about being a deep thinker, but honestly, a world without deep thinkers would just be boring. In the five-minute snippet: Vintage guys rule! For John's bio and book recommendations, see links below! John's book list Nurses Transforming Healthcare Once a Nurse, Always a Nurse podcast Publications: Completing the Circle of Nursing An Open Letter to My Fellow Americans Nursing Declaration of Independence Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnurs
S2 E58 · Wed, September 27, 2023
Certified Nurse Midwife, Sarah Waldron
Send us a text Sarah Waldron is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Nurse Midwife who started out in High School volunteering in L&D, was pulled into a room to watch a birth and was hooked! After becoming a nurse, her path to midwifery was not linear. Along the way, she worked in Med-Surg and pediatric emergency care but her experience in these different areas of nursing has been invaluable in her work as a midwife. After many successful home births, Sarah opened her own practice: Wildflower Birth and Wellness. She addressed my safety fears head-on. As a NICU nurse, I was initially skeptical about home birthing, but Sarah's matter-of-fact approach, passionate confidence, and ability to up-triage when necessary took the fear out of the process. And then there’s the topic of breastfeeding (Sarah was actually breastfeeding her newborn during the interview) YAY! Her patients meet with an IBCLC before giving birth to ensure they have all the information and support they need. I appreciate Sarah's comprehensive and holistic approach to patient care. Her dedication to her patients is clear, and her passion for her work shines through. In the five-minute snippet: are these clothes multiplying? For Sarah's bio, go to my website (link below). Sarah's website: Wildflower Birth & Wellness Other great links: 12 books to read on midwifery California Nurse-Midwives Association American College of Nurse Midwives Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal (AWHONN) College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) Postpartum Support International The International Confederation of Midwives Breastfeeding Report Card Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review W
S2 E57 · Wed, September 20, 2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Andres Perez
Send us a text With so many unknowns in the world, it was nice to talk with someone who knows himself so well. Licensed vocational nurse, Andres Perez knows his motivation to be a nurse, knows his scope of practice, knows he loves emergency nursing, and knows he wants to continue his education to be a registered nurse. He also knows what brings down his stress level: music. Between the voice and the violin, he's got self-care literally at his fingertips. After speaking with Andres, I know he'll be great at whatever he does. In the five-minute snippet: he knows the Power Rangers will not save the Earth! For Andres' bio, go to my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E56 · Wed, September 13, 2023
Nurse in Tech, Patrick Pickarts
Send us a text How do you move from emergency nursing to technology? Patrick Pickarts did it with enthusiasm, his get-out-of-jail-free card, and a smidge of reckless abandon because that's how he rolls. He admits that learning how to tweak an electronic health record is not as easy as caring for a patient with a tweaked back. Patrick's current project involves utilizing technology to assist hospitals in freeing up busy nurses from the tedious task of calling staff for open shifts. Can I get an amen? As someone who values lightening the load for nurses, I deeply appreciate Patrick's contributions. I was smiling and laughing the entire time we talked, and I felt like I was talking with an old friend. Well, not an old, old friend, but a young old friend. He's intelligent, intuitive, and a little bit insane, but some of my best friends are! In the five-minute snippet. Has anyone seen the nursing student? For Patrick's bio, visit my website in the link below! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E55 · Wed, September 06, 2023
Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Lakeisha Falwell
Send us a text Meet Lakeisha Falwell, an oncology nurse practitioner who is truly inspiring. Her passion and commitment to her craft shine through in her words as she shares insights about her work. She talks about the patients she serves, the collaborations she engages in, and the setting she works in. Lakeisha also emphasizes the importance of active listening skills to improve communication with her patients. What sets her apart is her unwavering compassion towards those she cares for. She is not just doing a job but is truly making a positive difference in their lives. As a bonus, Lakeisha owns her own legal nurse consulting business, where she uses her nursing skills and knowledge to assist attorneys with a variety of cases, including medical malpractice and negligence. Due to her knowledge and experience, her services are highly sought after by attorneys nationwide. In the five-minute snippet: is there a Planners Anonymous? For Lakeisha's bio and contact information, see the links below. Professional Organizations: American Association of Nurse Practitioners American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society Oncology Nursing Society Certifications: Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Business and Social Media: Next Level Nurse Consulting, LLC Next Level Nurse Consulting, LLC Instagram Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E54 · Wed, August 02, 2023
Nurse Medical Writer, Janelle Barowski
Send us a text I was fascinated by Janelle Barowski's profile on LinkedIn and knew I had to connect with her. She's a nurse and a talented freelance medical writer, having worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. Janelle found her calling in medical writing after realizing that bedside nursing no longer fulfilled her, and has since achieved the work-life balance that many strive for. She explained that nurses are highly sought after in medical writing due to their expertise and compassionate writing style, which is very similar to how they speak with patients. I discovered that there are numerous outlets for medical writing, including nursing curricula, journals, NCLEX questions, continuing education, medical blogs, and more. Janelle even referred to medical writing as an entry-level job that requires no prior experience. What I appreciated most was Janelle's perspective on nurses leaving the bedside to pursue writing; she reassured me that they are still helping patients, just in a different way. In the five-minute snippet: is there such a thing as a "poor ski bum?” Willow Bark Writing Nurse Keith podcast episode Janelle's LinkedIn Have you ever considered medical writing? What would you write about? Tell me here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/contact Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E53 · Wed, July 26, 2023
The Brains Behind The Nursing Beat
Send us a text Today’s episode is all about THE premier digital newsletter made by nurses, for nurses and it’s called the Nursing Beat. At its helm are CEO Tamara AL-Yassin and COO, Hannah Berns. This power duo mustered up their courage, left the emergency room for the board room, and haven’t looked back. It takes a village to create a newsletter this good so Tamara and Hannah have surrounded themselves with brilliant content contributors, advisors, and out-of-the-box thinkers. Nurses are busy! And we need a compact dose of the issues that affect us the most. With over 21,000 subscribers, if you’re not already getting this gem delivered daily to your inbox, my question is, why the hell not? In the five-minute snippet: we switched it up to a version of the Newlywed Game and between plant mamas and toilet paper, I’d say they know each other pretty well. Here are Tamara and Hannah from The Nursing Beat. Social Media TNB Instagram Facebook LinkedIn website Other important links Nurse Fern Optimize Your LinkedIn Nurse Boss Summit Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E52 · Wed, July 19, 2023
TCNP turns ONE!
Send us a text Welcome to The Conversing Nurse podcast's anniversary episode! Today marks a year since we started this journey, and it has been an incredible one, full of challenges and accomplishments. This year in podcasting has been full of firsts: creating a website, managing social media, recording, publishing, and just all the techy things in general. After retiring from 36 years in nursing, it’s been important to me to stay connected to the nursing community and after this year, I feel more connected than ever. It’s been a blast to bring you insights and knowledge from my guests every week for the past 52 weeks. Today's episode will feature some of my most memorable guests, including the most downloaded, emotional, educational, and humorous episodes. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I've enjoyed this year. Go back and listen if you missed some and subscribe so you don’t miss any! Thank you for being on this journey with me! Listen to their episodes here! Nurse Educator, Dianthe Hoffman Informatics Nurse, Taofiki Gafar-Schaner Legal Nurse Consultant, Dr. Leah Elliott PMHNP, Kirby Williams Transplant Coordinator, Annette Needham NICU Nurse, Kathleen Wardell Male Nurse, Larry Logsdon Pediatric Complex Care Nurse, Monty Anderson Hospice Nurse, Cydney Alvarado Preemie Dad and Advocate, Adam Wood Adult Preemie Survivor, Christina Gagnon L&D Contact T
S2 E51 · Wed, July 12, 2023
Physician Assistant, Jennifer Carlquist
Send us a text Meet Jennifer Carlquist, a Physician Assistant who is a true expert in her field with a wealth of experience in both cardiology and emergency medicine. Somewhat of a private detective with her patients, she has a keen ability to get to the heart of the matter, which is not always the presenting problem. She achieves this by connecting with them on a personal level, understanding their human condition in addition to their medical condition. As a PA, Jennifer practices with great autonomy, is at the top of her game, and is truly living her passion which is to save lives. When she's not working with patients, she actively shares her knowledge through her business, Cardiology Made Easy. Jennifer has a strong presence on social media, with accounts on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Her content includes case studies, EKG interpretation classes, workshops, conferences, and my personal favorite, her popular "What's Wrong With This Patient?" series on Instagram. In the five-minute snippet: a bike ride along the beach? I must be in heaven. Cardiology Made Easy Instagram Cardiology Made Easy YouTube Cardiology Made Easy Facebook Jennifer's LinkedIn Professional Organizations: Physician Assistant Education Association American Academy of Physician Assistants The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants American Medical Association California Academy of Physician Associates California Medical Association Publications: Difficult Situations and How to Talk Your Way Out of Them EMS World, 2007 Monterey County Weekly (2016) Dr. Mimi Guarneri Creative Reset Facebook group Brave Beg Contact T
Bonus · Wed, July 05, 2023
Independence in Nursing
Send us a text Enjoy this episode on the day after Independence Day! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E49 · Wed, June 28, 2023
Nurse Innovator, Nicole Weathers
Send us a text In my conversation with Nicole Weathers, I had a moment that made me wonder, "Why didn't I think of this?" Nicole is a pioneering nurse who cofounded STAT PD, a medical marketplace that empowers nurses and allied health professionals to purchase and sell resources for their professional development. She started her career in a rural hospital where she had to take on multiple roles, but she prioritized her professional development and gained invaluable experience. An educator for both patients and nurses, she invested in her own education and is currently a doctoral student. As if that weren't enough, she manages an online nurse residency program that helps new nurses across the nation transition from student to practitioner. Nicole firmly believes in lifelong learning and feels that professionals should not have to start from scratch when seeking development resources. And I wholeheartedly endorse that perspective. After hearing her speak, you'll know it's evident that Nicole is a true champion of professional growth and development. In the five-minute snippet: I knew it, she's a card keeper. For Nicole's bio, follow the links below! STAT PD Instagram STAT PD Facebook Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program My Nursing Mastery NCLEX prep Preceptor Training Publications: Growing the next generation of rural nurse leaders Innovation in Nurse Residency: Blazing a Trail with Online Technology Certifications: Nursing Professional Development Certification Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! h
S2 E47 · Wed, June 21, 2023
Emergency Room Nurse, Emily Brown
Send us a text If you have an interest in becoming an emergency room nurse, you came to the right place. My guest for this episode, Emily Brown tells us the ins and outs of this seductive nursing specialty, especially if you are an adrenaline junkie like her. We discussed the skillset ER nurses need and the many certifications she has. We touched on new grads in the ER, the disciplines she works with, and the importance of a well-oiled code team. She’s cross-trained for pediatric emergencies, charge nurse, triage nurse and she’s an assistant manager for the Wellness and Engagement committee who is passionate about recognizing burnout in her colleagues and acting on it. Oh, and then she does this little thing on the side except it's not a little thing, it's huge. She is the mom to two beautiful Labs, Moose and Rhino (who have their own Instagram page BTW) and who are first responder therapy dogs! Moose and Rhino help address the mental health needs of first responders by providing emotional support and if there’s one thing that earns my deepest respect it’s dogs, and nurses helping other nurses and healthcare professionals. In the five-minute snippet: dirty words, not diet tips! For Emily's bio and bookstore, check the links below! Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support STEMI pdf Trauma Nurse Core Course NIHSS certification Professional Organizations: Emergency Nurses Association California Emergency Nurses Association American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners American Association of Critical Care Nurses Society of Trauma Nurses Moose and Rhino! Moose and Rhino's Instagram! First Responder Therapy Dogs Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast </
Bonus · Wed, June 14, 2023
The last Florence Nightingale minisode: Observations
Send us a text Well, we have come to the end of the book, Notes on Nursing by Florence Nightingale. Again, I want to thank my brother, Dr. Chris Patty for the loan of this book and more importantly, his brotherly mentorship over the course of my life. We are at the last chapter titled “Observation of the Sick.” Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org **affiliate link** This is the LAST giveaway of the commemorative edition of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. Head on over to my Instagram for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Dr. Chris Patty: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/episode/conversing-with-a-nurse-researcher-dr-chris-patty Dr. Christine Nelson: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/episode/physician-nurse-communication-with-dr-christine-nelson-md The Nursing Process: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499937/#:~:text=The%20nursing%20process%20functions%20as,planning%2C%20implementation%2C%20and%20evaluation.&text=Assessment%20is%20the%20first%20step,data%20collection%3B%20subjective%20and%20objective. Evidence-based Medicine and Hospital Reform: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4386633/#:~:text=(10%2C%2012)%20Nightingale%20used,improvements%20in%20health%20care%20delivery. Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! <a href='https://theconver
S2 E46 · Wed, June 07, 2023
Artist and Nurse, Nicole Cromwell
Send us a text In my interview with Nicole Cromwell, we didn't talk a lot about the specifics of nursing, though Nicole has a long history of practicing in some of the most high-intensity, high-stress areas, including oncology, intensive care, Covid ICU, and flight nursing. The cumulative stress of this took a toll on her in the form of burnout. After losing a young patient in the ICU, an artist, Nicole discovered art as a healing modality and the ultimate form of self-care. What she didn't expect was that people who experience her art, feel the same emotions as she does while creating it: peace, serenity, and a renewal of their spirits. There is a huge body of research that cite the benefits of creating art in any form: decreased stress and anxiety, increased endorphins, and easier access to emotions, just to name a few. Nicole wants nurses and all healthcare professionals to reap the benefits for themselves. In the five-minute snippet: This is my kind of girl’s night out! Nicole Cromwell Art Brave Beginner Art course Death by Suicide by Registered Nurses National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E45 · Wed, May 31, 2023
Nurse Career Coach, Farah Laurent
Send us a text Let me tell you about Farah Laurent. This woman has done it all and she still has more to do! Long-time nurse, check. Master's degree, check. Doctoral student, check. Board certifications, six of them. Now add to that mix, nurse career coach and nursepreneur. I know, I didn't know what it was either, but you guys, she’s amazing! She teaches nurses how to become business owners! Brilliant, right? AND, straight from her website (which is beautiful BTW), if you wanna be a badass nurse, you need a BADASS coach! She will help you with your resume, your interview prep, and just how to level up your skills. Honestly, I think she's THE most enthusiastic nurse I’ve spoken to yet! In the five-minute snippet: cinnamon for the win! For Farah's bio and bookstore, see links below! Nurse Farah Farah's Instagram Farah's Referral link to the NNBA conference Aug. 2023 PUBLICATIONS: Minority Nurse “Signs of a Toxic Work Environment: A Nurses Guide to Planning Your Exit” Daily Nurse Nurse of the Week: Nurse Educator Becomes a Nursepreneur to Change the Game for New Nurses The Nursing Beat How to Interview for a Nursing Position and Slay! Sigma Follow Your Nursing Dreams Go Solo Top-notch Career Guidance for Nurses NNBA National Nurses in Business Association: 7 Reasons To Start Your Nursing Business: Show up and Show out! Book recommendation: $100M Offers: How to Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this In
S2 E44 · Wed, May 24, 2023
Nightingale minisode #8 Cleaning and Chattering
Send us a text Welcome back to the Florence Nightingale Miniseries. This is minisode number eight, Cleaning and Chattering, where Florence discusses cleanliness both of a home or hospital room and of a person. She also tells us about the chattering of hopes and advices. Sounds mysterious. Let's get into it. *Evidence-based Medicine and Hospital Reform: Tracing Origins back to Florence Nightingale https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E43 · Wed, May 17, 2023
PACU Nurse and Travel Writer, Katherine Leamy
Send us a text Katherine Leamy set out in life to become a physical therapist but instead became a fantastic nurse and we talked about all things PACU nursing: the ratios, the time spent with each patient, her autonomy, how she involves the family for support, and the importance of critical thinking skills because, after all, the PACU is a critical care unit! We even dished on the funny things patients say when waking up from anesthesia (I can’t imagine what I said!). She sold me on PACU nursing when she described what she loves about it: the close proximity of her colleagues, the teamwork, and seeing her patients progress by providing everything they need in the short time they are with her. AND, bonus, she’s a travel writer with a book on the horizon! It’s a memoir of traveling not only solo, but traveling light, I mean her Instagram is @the5kilotraveller. She describes writing as a “total escape from nursing” and suggests nurses could benefit from using writing as a creative outlet. In the five-minute snippet: pasta with lemon sauce in Italy? Sign me up! For Katherine's bio, visit my website (link below). PACU care certification: American Board of PeriAnesthesia Nursing Certification Professional Organizations for PACU: American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses Association of Operating Room Nurses Social media: Instagram Website Blog Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E42 · Wed, May 10, 2023
Adult Micro Preemie Survivor, Christina Gagnon
Send us a text Christina Gagnon was born at 25 weeks gestation, weighing just 1 pound, eight ounces. Now, this is incredible in its own right but Christina was born in 1986 when micro preemies of her birthweight and gestational age only had a 14% chance of survival, and of the few that did survive, often suffered the effects of extreme prematurity throughout their lives: blindness, asthma, cerebral palsy, and many others. In comparison, a baby born like Christina today would have an 80% chance of survival, or better and that fact is mainly due to the advances in research and technology that are afforded the modern-day NICU. Thankfully, Christina escaped many of the problems I just listed but still suffers from chronic sinus infections, PTSD, asthma, and a mild communication deficit. And the key word there is mild; I found her to be intelligent, intuitive, and very well-spoken. I love how she describes her mom, her life-long advocate, as a warrior! And her message to adult micro preemies? Consider writing a book, as she has, because the world needs to hear your perspective. In the five-minute snippet: she really is a Swiftie! For Christina's bio, visit my website (link below). Preemie Voices by Saroj Saigal Shriner's Children's Hospitals (Christina had her scar revision surgery here) Preemie World Newsletter (Christina was featured with her Neonatologist) NIDCAP: Newborn Individualized Developmental Care and Assessment Program Trauma-Informed Care in the NICU by Mary Coughlin Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversin
S2 E41 · Wed, May 03, 2023
Family Nurse Practitioner, Alisha Sandidge-Renteria
Send us a text I've often said on this podcast that many nurses choose this profession for reasons that aren't noble or lofty. Alisha Sandidge-Renteria changed that for me. As a teenager, she witnessed the economic disparity in healthcare after seeing her mother, who was fighting cancer, be forced to choose a cheaper, experimental, and less effective regimen which ultimately ended her life. Since then, Alisha has embodied the words of Gandhi, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." And as a nurse practitioner, she can do just that. Of course, we talked about the particulars of the job, the schooling, the patient population, work settings, diagnosing, and, you know, me, we also discussed professional organizations and board certification. There was some heavy lifting as well. We talked about broken systems and broken people. But through it all, there was one common thread evident in our discussion: connection, with our patients, our communities, each other, and ourselves. In the five-minute snippet, I see a commune in her future. For Alisha's bio, visit my website (link below). The American Association of Nurse Practitioners California Association for Nurse Practitioners American Association of Critical Care Nurses New California Rule AB-890 The Daily Dad Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E40 · Wed, April 26, 2023
Hospice Nurse, Cydney Alvarado
Send us a text I was eager to talk to Cydney Alvarado because I've always been curious to know what a hospice nurse does. I mean, I was reading Elizabeth Kubler Ross's, On Death and Dying at age 13. I never said I was normal! As a float nurse, Cydney got exposure to many different specialties, which helped her tremendously in her role as a hospice nurse, which she says has become her favorite nursing specialty. She explains the details about the people she cares for, opening a case, symptom management, her autonomy, and some very common misconceptions. She is acutely aware of her empathic nature and tells us how she guards against compassion fatigue while practicing what she says is her heartbreaking joy. In the five-minute snippet: Baby Shark, doo doo, doo, doo, doo doo. For Cydney's bio and bookshop, see links below! Gone From My Sight: The Dying Experience by Barbara Karnes Professional Hospice organizations: Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization International Pain Society Hospice certification: Hospice Nurse Certification Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E39 · Wed, April 19, 2023
Doctorate of Nursing Practice student, Carla Stanley
Send us a text I had the best conversation with Carla Stanley about her journey as a DNP student. I have to admit, I was a little intimidated when I saw all the letters behind her name but I had no need to be; she’s delightfully down to earth. We discussed the types of programs, the application process, and the blood, sweat, and tears required to achieve such a goal. My respect and admiration only grew when I learned the ‘why’ behind her multiple board certifications; Carla strives to be the expert in her field. I love it when she said, “If you can see me, you can be me” and she’s using all the tools in her toolbox: her education, certifications, credentials, professional memberships, networking, and very soon, her Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree to improve health outcomes among black, indigenous, and people of color. I can’t wait to read her capstone project publication. In the five-minute snippet: what are sisters for other than to be spoiled? For Carla's bio, visit my website (link below). American Organization for Nursing Leadership National League for Nursing (nurse educators) Clinical Nurse Leader Association Doctor of Nursing Practice American Nurses Association Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E38 · Wed, April 12, 2023
BSN pre-licensure student Sabreen Qassem
Send us a text Life has not been easy for Sabreen Qassem. As a Muslim immigrant, she has endured frequent relocations and deeply rooted cultural expectations that are in conflict with her dream of becoming a nurse. But I was smiling the entire time we talked because Sabreen is as charming as she is intelligent, well-spoken, and hardworking. She has taken on a lot. Not only is she a full-time BSN pre-licensure student, but she also works the front desk at her college and as a student nurse aide on a busy cardiac unit. When she isn't studying or volunteering for her University's Future Nurses club, she's spending the little time she has left with family and friends. At 21, she is wise beyond her years, already having experienced some of nursing's downfalls: short staffing and a tired workforce but when she feels defeated, she cheers herself by practicing gratitude for her professors, her nursing mentors, and the freedom to pursue her goals. And I have no doubt she will do just that. In the five-minute snippet, she's going to be a very rich woman. For Sabreen's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E37 · Wed, April 05, 2023
Australian BSN student Caitlin McKenzie
Send us a text I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Australian BSN student, Caitlin McKenzie. First of all, she's a pleasure to listen to. Between her accent and her humor, I could listen for hours. But the stories of her challenges, triumphs, and her future dreams are really what captivated me and I'm sure they will you as well. She's in her last few months as a nursing student and went from absolutely hating school as a young person to absolutely loving it as a mature learner. She is well aware of our profession's challenges, such as staffing issues and burnout, but she is hopeful for nursing’s future. Balancing the demands of school, work, and children as a single parent, support from friends and family is crucial. I can hear the pride as Caitlin talks about being an indigenous Australian single mom and the first child to graduate from University in her family. Honestly, I can see the smile on her face and feel the pride in her heart as she accepts that diploma in a few short months. In the five-minute snippet: Caitlin, your kids ARE fantastic! For Caitlin's bio and book recs, visit the links below. Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, March 29, 2023
Beds and Bedding-Nightingale minisode #7
Send us a text Florence makes me want to lie down on soft bedding...z...Z..z Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org **affiliate link** During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E35 · Wed, March 22, 2023
School Nurse Victoria Gutierrez
Send us a text I had so much fun talking with school nurse, Victoria Gutierrez! Honestly, I was enchanted by her excitement and enthusiasm, and I know you will be too. The skills she learned as an ICU nurse: critical thinking, organization, and delegation, have served her well in her role as a school nurse. Although she misses the acuity of the ICU, she’s not missing out on the joy she has found in this niche nursing specialty. She schools us in the education required, responsibilities, challenges, and rewards, oh, and don’t forget that awesome schedule! Her advice for those who are curious about school nursing? Try subbing part-time as she did, before you commit to becoming credentialed. I’d say that’s a pretty good lesson. In the five-minute snippet, get that garden growing girl! For Victoria's bio, visit my website (link below). Recognizing School Nurses Professional organizations: California School Nurses Organization National Association of School Nurses School Nurses of California Foundation Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E34 · Wed, March 15, 2023
Pediatric Complex Care Nurse, Monty Anderson
Send us a text Monty Anderson’s entire nursing career prepared him for where he was meant to be now: a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care nurse. His time with psychiatric patients gave him valuable insight into the complex emotions of our fellow humans, his pediatric nursing experience taught him the developmental stages of children and family-centered care. As a Charge nurse, he became competent in decision-making and prioritization and as a Quality Improvement nurse, he developed his research skills and honed his attention to detail. And now, he’s doing what he loves, using all of what nursing and life have taught him. In this interview, you’ll hear Monty get emotional when he talks about the unimaginable, the death of a child and you’ll discover what you can do right now to get into this fulfilling nursing specialty. In the five-minute snippet, “If I had a hammer, I’d hammer in the morning…" For Monty's bio and book recommendations, see the links below! Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Childrens Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition Centre for Pediatric Pain Research Institute of Pediatric Nursing https://www.iasp-pain.org/ A highly recommended book by Monty: A Framework for Understanding Poverty- A Cognitive Approach by Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D. Framework for Understanding Poverty-A Cognitive Approach Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https
S2 E33 · Wed, March 08, 2023
The Journey to Nursing with Derick Pedigo, RN
Send us a text Many nurses practicing today entered healthcare knowing they absolutely wanted to be a nurse. But Derick Pedigo’s journey was different. Starting as an EMT and observing the nurses in the Emergency Department, he said, “I want to do that.” When he didn’t get into the program the first time, he decided to go the LVN route. Working as an LVN with very sick renal patients, he learned valuable skills to propel him further in his quest to be an RN. And now, he’s a new nurse with a LOT of experience, which only makes him a better one. His advice for those on the same journey? If you have a passion for something, just keep going, it’s worth it. In the five-minute snippet: Kurt Cobain walks into a bar…for Derick's bio visit my website (link below). For Derick's book recommendations, visit his bookstore on Bookshop.org (affiliate link). https://bookshop.org/lists/derick-pedigo-rn Nurse. org RNvs. LVN: https://nurse.org/resources/rn-vs-lpn/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E32 · Wed, March 01, 2023
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Amanda Silva
Send us a text There’s nothing like doing a face-to-face interview, even if it IS in my closet of dolls. And there’s nothing like talking with social worker Amanda Silva. Social workers are a crucial part of any medical team. In this interview, Amanda and I talk about it all: communication, collaboration, and the key to keeping your social worker happy, all with Amanda’s comedic flair! In the five-minute snippet, Amanda, just take the money and run! For Amanda's bio, visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E31 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Preemie Dad, Author, and Advocate, Adam Wood
Send us a text Adam and Jenn Wood, with their son Brady, born at just 25 weeks, lived in the NICU for 135 days. And what did Adam do in those 135 days? He paid attention. And then he became the fiercest advocate for preemies, their families, nurses, and doctors everywhere. Listen as Adam recounts NICU stories of heartache, hope, and humor, with even a budding bromance thrown in. In the five-minute snippet, Adam has the cleanest house, and ears on the block! For Adam's bio, visit my website (link below). Adam's bookstore on Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/lists/adam-wood-preemie-dad-author-retired-army-leader Contact info: Adam Wood, Children's Author and Founder of Preemie Adventures Website: https://www.preemieadventures.com/ Instagram: https://www.preemieadventures.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreemieAdventures Twitter : https://twitter.com/NICUADVENTURES Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, February 15, 2023
Closet fun with Jessica
Send us a text Enjoy this short! Sit back and laugh with me and my girl, Jessica, as we have a bit of fun in the closet! Jessica's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dream.2.b.free/ ICYMI: Conversing with a Flight Nurse: Jennifer Caposella : https://www.buzzsprout.com/Conversing with a Flight Nurse: Jennifer Caposella Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E29 · Wed, February 08, 2023
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Kirby Williams
Send us a text I really enjoyed talking with Kirby Williams, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She gave us the deets on where a PMHNP can work, the training required, the subspecialties, as well as the heaviness of the job, and how she cares for her own mental health. Her students are lucky to have her as a mentor and her patients, as their provider. In the 5-minute snippet, I absolutely love her advice for babies: explore ALL the possibilities. For Kirby's bio, visit my website (link below). Kirby's website: https://www.bbhealthandconsulting.com/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, February 01, 2023
Food- Nightingale Minisode #6
Send us a text Florence gives us the dish on food! Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org **affiliate link** My website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ This is the SECOND giveaway of the commemorative edition of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. Head over to my Instagram and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E27 · Wed, January 25, 2023
Nutrition for Nurses with David Ledgerwood
Send us a text In this episode, Nutrition for Nurses, the first person I thought of as a guest was David Ledgerwood. David's personal story of how good nutrition improved his performance as a CrossFit athlete is inspiring. His deep understanding of human physiology and how the body utilizes nutrients are instantly apparent. I absolutely love it when he said, "food shouldn't make you feel bad!" Amen! He gives us actionable strategies for using food as fuel to increase our stamina, endurance, and overall health, and to be able to do what we love, practice our professions. In the five-minute snippet, he's not the least bit superstitious. Rigggght. For David's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/david-ledgerwood-crossfit-level-i-coach-sport-nutrition Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E26 · Wed, January 18, 2023
Postpartum Nurse, Tammy Dunehew
Send us a text EP 26: Well, what can I say about Tammy Dunehew? I can tell you she’s experienced, capable, compassionate, and funny, all the qualities you want in a nurse! Yes, you want your nurse to have a sense of humor and Tammy fulfills that requirement perfectly. In this episode, she tells us what it means to be a postpartum nurse, including being a Charge nurse. She was great at clearing up the misconception that “postpartum nurses just hold babies.” In fact, their work in helping families transition to being parents just might be one of the most important roles in society. In the five-minute snippet, we find out she’s harmless; she wouldn’t hurt a cricket. For Tammy's bio, visit my website (link below). Inpatient Obstetric Certification: https://www.nccwebsite.org/certification-exams/details/2/inpatient-obstetric-nursing Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S2 E25 · Wed, January 11, 2023
Pediatric Nurse, Monica Reyes
Send us a text Wow, when you hear my interview with Monica Reyes, you will realize what I’ve known for a while, that she was born to be a pediatric nurse. Her playful nature aligns perfectly with this nursing specialty. She tells us that IV skills are extremely valuable to pediatric nurses and shares her heartbreaking experience of losing a patient. We gained insight into her personal story of the challenges of having a daughter with a chronic disease. In the five-minute snippet, Monica shares what she expects to hear when she gets to the pearly gates of Heaven. For Monica's bio, visit my website (link below). Society of Pediatric Nurses: https://www.pedsnurses.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, January 04, 2023
Variety- Nightingale minisode #5
Send us a text Florence says variety is the spice of life! Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org *affiliate link* During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, December 28, 2022
Noise-Nightingale minisode #4
Send us a text Florence says too much noise is bad for your patients and you! Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org *affiliate link* During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, December 21, 2022
Petty Management-Nightingale minisode #3
Send us a text Florence reminds us to have a work-life balance! Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org (affiliate link) During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E21 · Wed, December 14, 2022
Transplant Nurse, Annette Needham
Send us a text After speaking with Annette Needham, I can truthfully say she is the expert on all things transplant nursing. She is a doctorally-prepared nurse practitioner who has done it all: worked as a transplant nurse on busy floors, as a transplant coordinator, as a nurse manager, as an inpatient NP, and most recently as a quality transplant manager. She is also a donor advocate and is active in professional transplant organizations. She calls herself bossy, but after getting to know her a bit, I’d say she is intelligent, well-spoken, knowledgeable and just a downright nice person. In the five-minute snippet…she’s an IRONMAN!!! For Annette's bio visit my website (link below). The God Committee https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article Derek Fitzgerald www.recycledmanspeaks.com American Society of Transplantation (AST ) www.myast.org Donate Life www.donatelifecalifornia.org The Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients <a href='https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.srtr.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7Caneedham%40ucdavis.edu%7C3467814d2aae435236b108dac74f87a3%7Ca8046f6466c04f009046c8daf92ff62b%7C0%7C0%7C638041441643658726%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VEy7LhR1pPiq7yZ4jNcq021ZE4WFyS5piY%2BR6Z
S1 E20 · Wed, December 07, 2022
Dialysis Nurse, David Wilson
Send us a text It was such a pleasure to talk with my long-time friend and colleague dialysis nurse, David Wilson. In this episode, he discusses the intense training dialysis nurses get, dialysis emergencies, and the emotional connections that are formed with these chronic, long-term patients. I love his empathetic approach of “meet the patient where they are, not where we think they should be.” When you hear his story of why he became a nurse, you will understand divine intervention. In the five-minute snippet, will someone please get Dave some Blue Cod? For Dave's bio, visit my website (link below). California Proposition 29, Dialysis Clinic Requirements Initiative (2022) American Nephrology Nurse Associatio n https://www.annanurse.org/ Certified Nephrology Nurse https://www.nncc-exam.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E19 · Wed, November 30, 2022
Forensic Nurse, Heather
Send us a text **Content warning** This episode contains graphic, sensitive content relating to adult and pediatric sexual assault and abuse. Please proceed with caution** This week I talk with Heather, a sexual assault nurse examiner, or SANE nurse who provided comprehensive information about the field of forensic nursing. She also gave us insight into the life of the victim and what they endure during the thorough examination process. With law enforcement and victim advocates as allies, the evidence she collects helps bring abusers to justice. Mental health is crucial for these nurses and allied professionals as they witness humanity at its worst. Heather prioritizes her own mental health by taking part in case debriefs and destressing at the beach with her family. In the five-minute snippet, Heather tells us about her experience with the paranormal. For Heather's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/heather-rn-sane-p National Suicide Prevention Hotline: https://988lifeline.org/ International Association of Forensic Nurses: https://www.forensicnurses.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E18 · Wed, November 23, 2022
The Five Essentials for Health-Nightingale minisode #2
Send us a text Florence says we need all five! Pure air, pure water, efficient drainage, cleanliness, and light. Notes on Nursing: What it is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram which is @theconversingnursepodcast so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E17 · Wed, November 16, 2022
Informatics Nurse, Taofiki Gafar-Schaner
Send us a text Before speaking with Taofiki Gafar-Schaner, I had very little knowledge of Informatics Nursing. He was terrific at giving us a window into this interesting nursing specialty. Taofiki’s knowledge of the role is apparent and he taught us much: from how electronic health records are built to the vulnerability of these records to cyber attacks, from what kind of schedule to expect, to the education required. I think the most important lesson he taught us is just, how to be a good human. As a nurse informaticist, he is a nurse advocate of the highest level, improving nursing workflows and even co-inventing a product that benefits nurses in the care of their patients and there’s no better human than that, one that helps nurses, help patients. In the five-minute snippet, we learned he feels teachers are the most undervalued profession, and he would be right. For Taofiki's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/taofiki-gafar-schaner-msn-rn Alliance for Nursing Informatics https://www.allianceni.org/ HIMSS : https://www.himss.org/ Frontier Health and Resources: https://frontierhealthresources.com/ Safe Seizure pads: https://frontierhealthresources.com/safeseizure Team 2020 ANA Innovation Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X3N_mDabi0&t=36s Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E16 · Wed, November 09, 2022
Legal Nurse Expert, Dr. Leah Elliott
Send us a text I have to admit before I interviewed Leah Elliott, I knew very little about the legal nurse expert role. With Leah’s thorough explanations about the process she goes through, from accepting the case, to research, and finally, to the presentation, I found this nursing specialty to be fascinating! I love that she says participating as a legal nurse expert is a little like solving a mystery. Being a lifelong learner, Leah feels strongly that nurses should belong to professional nursing organizations and she utilizes these organizations in her expert research of best practices and standards of care. In Leah’s role as a nursing professor, she's thoughtful about sharing what she has learned as a nurse expert with her students to help them in their future practice. In the five-minute snippet, Leah shares her story of an act of kindness during the pandemic. For Leah's bio visit my website (link below). Leah's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheLeahelliott?app=desktop Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses: https://www.awhonn.org/ American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants: http://www.aalnc.org/ National Alliance of Legal Nurse Consultants : https://www.legalnurse.com/ International and American Association of Legal Nurse Industry : https://iaalni.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Bonus · Wed, November 02, 2022
Nightingale Minisode #1: Who was Florence Nightingale?
Send us a text Welcome to the first Florence Nightingale minisode! This first minisode is an introduction to Florence, who she was, and what she was all about. There will be nine minisodes in total and are commentaries on one of Florence's many publications and I think one of her best, Notes on Nursing: What It Is and What It Is Not, written in 1859. This book was recommended and loaned to me by my brother, Dr. Chris Patty, my guest for Episode 4 of this podcast. Be sure to check that one out if you missed it, he’s fantastic. During these minisodes, I will be giving away three of the commemorative editions of Florence’s book, Notes on Nursing. This is an extraordinary Lippincott edition with fancy, gilded pages and introductions by nurse leaders, past and present. There will be more information on my Instagram which is @theconversingnursepodcast so be sure to go over there and look for the giveaway details. I would love for you to receive one of these special editions! Thanks for listening, let’s get started! Notes on Nursing: What it Is and What it is Not by Florence Nightingale bookshop.org *affiliate link* ICYMI: EP 4: Conversing with a Nurse Researcher: Dr. Chris Patty https://www.buzzsprout.com/mp3 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E14 · Wed, October 26, 2022
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist, Flo Schenke
Send us a text Have you ever driven an expensive sportscar, you know, one that goes from 0-60 in 2.5 seconds? You’ll have the same experience talking with Flo Schenke, she’s fast and furious! She’s also kind, compassionate, highly skilled, brilliantly intelligent, and funny as hell! In this interview, she talks about all things CRNA, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist. What she does, who she works with, her education, her business, legal challenges, and maybe the most important part of our conversation is how she treats people, gaining their trust and proving her trustworthiness with each patient. Flo, you can give me a cocktail any day! In the five-minute snippet, she tells us about a very expensive, but tasty mistake she made involving wine…cheers! Here is Flo Schenke. For Flo's bio visit my website (link below). Flo's website : https://www.sierranurseanesthesia.com/ American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology https://www.aana.com/ California Association of Nurse Anesthetists https://canainc.org/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E13 · Wed, October 19, 2022
Perspective of a Male Nurse with Larry Logsdon
Send us a text I'm so glad Larry Logsdon, MSN Ed., PHN, RN, RNC-NIC, CLC came on the show to share his perspective of being a male in nursing. He didn’t think twice about his decision to become a nurse; he just followed his heart. And what a heart he has, you can hear it in everything he says. He dispelled many of the stereotypes attributed to male nurses and he did it expertly. After almost 15 years as a nurse, his newest adventure as a NICU Clinical Nurse Educator has him so excited he’s losing sleep! He is an amazing human with an empathetic nature that is unmatched. In the five-minute snippet, Larry reveals how his superhero would save him, and it’s not how you think. Sorry, Larry for not giving you the ‘Joe Rogan’ experience, next time, stogies in the closet! For Larrys's bio visit my website (link below). American Association of Men in Nursing: https://www.aamn.org/ Correction: at minute marker 19:10 I incorrectly attributed this quote to the AAMN. It came from: https://dhge.org/about-us/blog/male-representation-in-nursing Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E12 · Wed, October 12, 2022
Daughters of a Nurse- Kendra and Hannah Oliveira
Send us a text As Kendra and Hannah Oliveira discuss their shared experience as the daughters of NICU nurse Cheryl Oliveira, you get the distinct feeling that they didn’t miss out on anything, in fact, I would say their lives were enriched in many ways. The American novelist, James Lane Allen said: “Adversity does not build character, it reveals it.” Kendra, a future nurse, and Hannah, a journalism major reveal their characters as they remember their childhood experiences of being awakened in the cold, dark hours to be taken to daycare, celebrating birthdays and holidays while their mom worked, and that their very-present father, Tom took them to visit Cheryl at work where they saw her in action and grew to appreciate her professionalism. I’m not going to lie, in the five-minute snippet, my audio got a little sketchy but the girls sounded great and you just might get emotional like I did when you hear how their parents’ relationship inspires them. Here are Kendra and Hannah Oliveira. For Kendra's and Hannah's bio visit my website (link below). Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E11 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Labor & Delivery Nurse, Christine Daniel
Send us a text Have you ever wanted to know what a labor and delivery nurse does? Well, in this episode, Christine Daniel, a labor and delivery nurse for over two decades tells us all about the highs and lows of this interesting nursing specialty. The lows? Well, the pace is fast, you can stand for long periods, it's very physical and there’s dealing with loss, as well as the social issues surrounding pregnancy. But then there are the highs: the individuality of each delivery experience, the challenge of the operating room, the thrill of learning a new skill, the shared sense of teamwork, and the awareness of just how much joy you give and receive in a day’s work. And don’t forget about the vagina in the box (I’m not sure if that’s a high or a low, but it was the source of a lot of laughs). In the five-minute snippet, I hope that Christine's wish may someday come true: that those little thought bubbles above her head will become visible to all, so watch out! For Christine's book recs visit my website: https://bookshop.org/lists/christine-daniel-bsn-rnc-ob Vagina in a box simulator: https://www.gtsimulators.com/products/kyoto-kagaku-vaginal-delivery-assistance-simulator-kk-mw36 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E10 · Wed, September 28, 2022
Travel Nurse, Brenna Frigulti
Send us a text My interview with Brenna Frigulti, BSN, RN, CCRN was so informative! She brought us everything travel nursing, from what to expect at a new hospital, how to avoid sketchy housing, how to negotiate a contract, make friends and explore your surroundings. Listening to Brenna, you can just hear her knowledge and passion about critical care travel nursing in every word. I was inspired by her story about what travel nursing enabled her to do financially. She survived my hot closet and wasn't the least bit scared of the dolls. In the five-minute snippet, her bougie self makes an appearance- five-star hotels for the win! For Brenna's book recs visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/brenna-frigulti-bsn-rn-ccrn Brenna's Facebook Groups for Travel Nurses: https://www.furnishedfinder.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGypsyNurseNetwork/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/224872185725039/ Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E9 · Wed, September 21, 2022
Physician-Nurse Communication with Dr. Christine Nelson, M.D.
Send us a text I had a lovely time reconnecting with one of my most highly regarded colleagues, pediatric hospitalist and Clinical Professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Christine Nelson, M.D. With many decades of experience in her pocket, she was my top pick for discussing the physician-nurse relationship and how good communication between the disciplines can promote patient safety, and prevent physician and nurse burnout. Charged with teaching our newest physicians, her message for them to promote trust with nurses is “listen and respect.” Wise words, not only for medical professionals but for all of us. In the five-minute snippet, I actually stumped her with my Green Bay Packers trivia! For Dr. Nelson's book recs visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/dr-christine-nelson-m-d The Doctor-Nurse Game (Link to Google Doc) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fi544um6fThTX3SkBCN4aD5eOeKSPkvymnoFmtHdiKY/edit?usp=sharing Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E8 · Wed, September 14, 2022
Octogenarian Nurse Beverly Hoffman
Send us a text Have you wanted to know what nursing was like more than six decades ago? Well, Beverly Hoffman, an 86-year-old retired nurse, gives us a peek inside. I loved everything about this interview: hearing Beverly's experiences as a new nurse in a pediatric unit, how she got to closely know her patients as a clinic nurse; sharing their family vacations and pictures of grandchildren. She gave us a reminder from the ancient Stoics: memento mori; "remember, you must die," and has not let the grass grow under her feet since retirement, becoming involved in her church and community. The five-minute snippet was so much fun as I learned about another passion of Beverly’s, the Green Bay Packers! For Beverly's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/beverly-hoffman-retired-rn Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E7 · Wed, September 07, 2022
Ehlers-Danlos Warrior, Heather Vails
Send us a text Heather Vails, MSN Ed. RNC-NIC, is definitely in my badass nurse category. She has lived with the rare genetic disorder Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, or EDS, for decades. She has not only lived, she’s thrived. After a long career as a NICU nurse, she recently left the bedside, a place she loved dearly to venture into teaching our new generation of nurses as a Professor of Pediatrics. Listen as she educates us about this rare condition and how she has not let EDS slow her down. https://www.ehlers-danlos.org https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/ For Heather's bio visit my website (link below) Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E6 · Wed, August 31, 2022
NICU Nurse, Kathleen Wardell
Send us a text I'm so glad Kathleen said "yes" to being on the podcast because you get to experience what I've known for quite a while; what a compassionate, experienced NICU nurse she is. She has worked all four levels of neonatal care, and she has excelled at every one of them. I'm excited to see what her future holds as she embarks on obtaining her Master's in Public Health with her focus on the environment. We also had a lot of laughs in my hot closet with our doll audience! For Kathleen's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/kathleen-wardell-bsn-rnc-nic Kathleen's podcast rec: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-for-healthy-environments-podcast/id1316089858 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E5 · Wed, August 24, 2022
Nurse Entrepreneur, Joan Ortiz
Send us a text Joan Ortiz is a multi-faceted woman: she’s a BSN, RN, IBCLC, an inventor, and an accomplished businesswoman and Vice President of Limerick. She gives us practical advice on how to make the jump from the bedside to the business sector and makes it look easy. In the five-minute snippet, her love of baseball is contagious; take ME out to the ball game! For Joan's book recs visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/joan-ortiz-bsn-rn-ibclc https://limerickinc.com/ Airports in the United States- Are They Really Breastfeeding Friendly? Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E4 · Wed, August 17, 2022
Nurse Researcher, Dr. Chris Patty
Send us a text Dr. Chris Patty is living his best life as a nurse researcher. He tells us, "every nurse can learn, every nurse can discover." His stories are incredible and oh, he's funny too. For Dr. Patty's bookstore on Bookshop.org visit https://bookshop.org/lists/dr-chris-patty-dnp-rn-cpps Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E3 · Wed, August 10, 2022
Flight Nurse, Jennifer Caposella
Send us a text Jennifer is an engaging person with a varied nursing background spanning almost two decades. From L&D, critical care, flight nursing, and now in a Director role, she tells us how her experiences made her a better flight nurse. I especially love our 'Five Minute Snippet' at the end where we get to see Jennifer on a more personal level. Lots of laughs were enjoyed! For Jennifer's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/jennifer-caposella-bsn-rn-cfrn Mental Health links: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Frontline Therapy Network 911 At Ease International Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
S1 E2 · Wed, August 03, 2022
Nurse Educator, Dr. Dianthe Hoffman
Send us a text Di's passion for teaching our new generation of nurses is evident in all she does. From her start in the Navy mentoring corpsmen to her Peds and NICU days as a bedside nurse, then managing a busy NICU and now as a nurse educator, she brings her knowledge and her gift for communication to a higher level. I love that she teaches her students to imagine their loved ones in that hospital bed, driving them to care for others empathetically. She told us ‘nursing is more than a job; it’s a calling’ and her work truly embodies that. Here is Dr. Dianthe Hoffman. For Di's book recs, visit: https://bookshop.org/lists/dr-dianthe-hoffman-dnp https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086 Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
Trailer · Tue, July 26, 2022
Let me introduce myself!
Send us a text Welcome to my podcast! I'm your host, Michelle. Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a flight nurse? Or a nurse educator? Or a nurse researcher? After 36 years in pediatric and neonatal nursing, I have! Each week I will talk with knowledgeable, experienced, and inspiring nurses and together we'll learn about the nurses who make our profession great. This podcast is for you so feel free to weigh in, give feedback and tell me what you'd like to hear. Thanks for finding me, glad you're here! Contact The Conversing Nurse podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/ Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.com Your review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-review Would you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-form Check out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast Email: theconversingnursepodcast@gmail.com Thank you and I'll talk with you soon!
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