Nursing Uncharted
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThe Nursing Uncharted podcast is a space to share the raw and real stories of nurses from across the healthcare industry. Each episode, host Maggie Reichard, BSN, RN, CNRN talks to nurses from a variety of specialties and settings—discussing travel nursing, career advice, nurse empowerment, and unique stories from nursing life. Join us each episode to laugh, learn, and discover new aspects of our incredible profession.
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How Do you Measure Success & A Message From Maggie
March 05, 2024 19:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBHow are you measuring success? You don't want to miss this week's episode with a special message from Maggie. Sponsored By: American Mobile Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ Connect With Us On: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/nursinguncharted Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/amnnurse Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nursing-uncharted/id1570694185 Spotify – ...
Legal Documentation
February 20, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBIn this episode, Maggie Ortiz MSN, RN joins the show to discuss legal documentation. We discuss juries, court, charting, how to legally protect yourself as a nurse, and much more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (2:13) Maggie’s...
Nurse Entrepreneurship
February 06, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBIn this episode, Adam Banuelos RN, BSN, CEO & Co-founder Firefly Vein Light LLC, joins the show to discuss nurse entrepreneurship. We talk through the process of building a product and he gives advice to other nurses wanting to become entrepreneurs. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com -------------------------------------------...
The Best Kept Secret In the Hospital Interventional Radiology
January 23, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIn this episode, D.D. Finder RN, BSN, CCRN, CFRN shares the best kept secret in the hospital… Interventional Radiology! We discuss common procedures, work-life balance, benefits, cons, and more. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIM...
Cardiac Step Down/Acute Care Nursing
January 09, 2024 19:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, Dana Blackwell, RN, BSN and Lisa Blackwell, RN, BSN join the show to discuss their experience working in the same unit together as twins, along with cardiac and acute care nursing! TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (5:32) Working on the Same Unit as Twins (14:13) Memorable Experiences (18:58) Patient Population (21:33) Experience in other units (34:10) Labs and Assessments (37:53) Characteristics of a Good Cardiac Nurse (44:09) Career Goals ---------------------...
End of the Year Recap, Aspirations for 2024
December 13, 2023 14:24 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBIn this episode, Christina Lammey BSN, RN, joins Maggie to recap the year and discuss what’s ahead in 2024. They discuss mom life, the biggest surprises, learnings, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAM...
Nursing with a Master's in Public Health - Jan Carney
November 28, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, Jan K Carney, MD, MPH joins the show to tell us all about getting a master's in public health (MPH). We discuss the admissions process, concentrations, research, advice, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- T...
What Does a Forensic Nurse Do?
November 14, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBIn this episode, Leah Helmbrecht BSN, RN joins the show to give a glimpse into the life of a forensic nurse. We discuss the hardest and most rewarding parts of the job, patient interactions, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------...
Revolutionizing New Grad Nurse Retention at St. Jude
October 31, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIn this episode, Morgan Melancon, MSN, RN, CCRN-K of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital joins the show to talk about their Nurse Residency Program for new grads. We discuss the inspiration behind the program and all the details, so be sure to tune in! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------...
ICU vs. ER Nursing - Jorge Garcia
October 17, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode, Jorge Garcia, BSN RN joins the show to discuss the differences between ICU and ER nursing. We discuss which ones have the best patient interactions, who has the best stories, patient populations, and much more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ---------------------------------------...
TravCon Recap w/ Emilie and Hannah of Drunk or Delirious Podcast
October 03, 2023 18:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode, Emilie and Hannah from the Drunk or Delirious podcast join the show to recap this year’s TravCon. We discuss the logistics, differences compared to previous years, events, parties, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ -----------------------------------------------------------...
Building Better Healthcare with Nursing Informatics - Michelle Hamland
September 19, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode, we learn all about nursing informatics from our guest, Michelle Hamland, DNP, RN, RN-BC. We discuss how nursing informatics has changed, charting by exception, AI, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTA...
How to Make the Most of TravCon | Bonus Episode
September 12, 2023 18:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode, we give tips for making the most of TravCon! Maggie talks about the most interesting sessions, how to plan your trip, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Introduction (3:22) Logistics of ...
Transformation after Workplace Trauma (Part 2) with Stephanie M. Hutchins, Ph.D.
September 05, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBStephanie M. Hutchins, Ph.D., returns to the podcast to continue our conversation on transformation after trauma in the workplace. We discuss the importance of exercise, creative expression, mindful eating, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ --------------------------------------------------...
Transformation after Workplace Trauma (Part 1) with Stephanie M. Hutchins, Ph.D.
August 22, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this episode, we welcome Stephanie M. Hutchins, Ph.D., to the show to discuss the transformation process after trauma, coping strategies, goal setting, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN Passport Download the app at: https://www.amnpassport.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (3:00) The story behind Serotinous Life (6:34) Changing your perspective a...
Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Nurse Mentorship with Chuck Jankowski, Unstoppable RN
August 08, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIn this episode, we welcome Chuck Jankowski BSN, RN, CCRN, TCRN, CEN to the show. We discuss mentorship, advice for new grads, and how to best handle multiple scenarios every nurse faces. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (5:41) How ...
Getting the Dirt on Wound & Ostomy Nursing - Junette Cacho
July 25, 2023 18:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this episode, nurse practitioner Junette Cacho gives us the nitty-gritty details of Wound/Ostomy Nursing. We discuss the best aspects of the job, the worst wound she has seen, a day in her nursing life, and much more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (2:14) W...
Improving Communication Between MDs and RNs
June 27, 2023 18:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode, Maggie talks about how nurses can help improve communication with doctors. She discusses maintaining respect, talking in person, dealing with rude interactions, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (4:45) Maintaining Respect (5:27) Don’t Assume (11:15) Talk in Person (13:50)...
Nursing School: Stories & Tips to Succeed - Brittany Roberts
June 13, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this episode, nursing school professor Brittany Roberts, MSN-Ed, RN, CCRN, joins the show to talk about how to survive nursing school. We discuss tips on how to succeed and reminisce about our experiences during school. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (2:30)...
How Nurses Can Maximize Wealth and Other Investing Tips - Anthony Swain
May 30, 2023 18:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBFinances can be tough to master, so we brought Anthony Swain BSN, RN, CFEI (Certified Financial Educator) to help simplify things. We discuss the biggest financial mistakes nurses make, how to maximize wealth, how Anthony invests, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (4:19) Anthony’s journey in...
Does It Live Up to the Hype? NurseCon at Sea Recap - Shannon Yarnoff
May 16, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBDoes NurseCon at Sea live up to the hype? Maggie and Shannon discuss their experiences from this year’s event covering both the conference and cruise parts of the trip. EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (2:24) Maggie’s 2022 NurseCon Experience (11:06) What is NurseCon at Sea Like? (22:50) Examples o...
Educating Future Nurses - Maria Grandinetti
May 02, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode, Maria Grandinetti, Ph.D., RN, BSBA, CNE joins the show to talk about educating nurses as a professor. We discuss how nursing school has evolved, challenges, the new NCLEX, resources for nurse educators, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction ...
Revolutionizing Nursing Education - Dr. Mary Hanks
April 18, 2023 18:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode, nurse educator Mary Hanks, EdD, MSN, CNL, CNE shares how she revolutionized the nursing program at The University of West Alabama. We discuss training students to think like nurses, test banks, pushing innovation, the importance of a strong faculty, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Intro...
A Behind the Scenes Look Into DNP School - Allyson Pennington
April 04, 2023 18:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBIn this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking to Allyson Pennington BSN, RN, CCRN about what it’s like being a DNP student. We cover the first day of class, how to apply, course content, how to succeed, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:0...
Employed Nurse to Deployed Nurse: Nursing in the Military
March 21, 2023 18:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBWe had the privilege of welcoming US Army Major, Corrine Gogert, MBA, MSN, RN, CCRN to the podcast to talk about working as a nurse in the military! We discuss military nurse combat expectations, schooling reimbursement, civilian vs military nursing, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel Nurse Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (2:30) ...
The Past, Present, and Future of Nursing Uncharted
March 07, 2023 19:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode, Maggie shares exciting news about the future of the podcast while looking back on her nursing experience. She also examines how nursing prepares you for becoming a Mom! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (1:00) Maggie’s Background (2:45) Maggie Becoming a Mom (5:50) How Being a Nurse Prepares You for Becoming a Mom (13:51) The Future of Nursing Uncharted FIND US ON YouTube – h...
How Nurses Can Build Their Own Businesses - Leslie Cornwell | BONUS EPISODE
February 23, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBWe have a surprise Bonus Episode for you! In this episode, Leslie Cornwell, CNM, discusses how nurses can build their own businesses. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE GUEST Leslie Cornwell has been a Certified Nurse Midwife last 10yrs and part of birth advocacy since age 16. She has p...
Everything to Know About Being a Nurse Midwife - Leslie Cornwell
February 21, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn this episode, we talk to Leslie Cornwell, CNM about the ins and outs of being a midwife. We discuss the reasons to become one, birth centers vs hospitals, locum assignments, travel, and more! ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Introduction (1:47) Leslie’s Background (4:54)...
Mother-Baby Nursing: Day in the Life, Assessments, Challenges - Mary Gabriella Williams
February 07, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWhat’s it like being a Mother-Baby Nurse? We answer this question and more in this episode with Mary Gabriella Williams, Clin II RN, Doula! Plus, we dive into IV Bar / Med Spa nursing discussing the job, patient populations, and payment. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) In...
Becoming Your Own Advocate With The Seated Nurse - Andrea Dalzell MSN-ED, RN
January 24, 2023 19:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode, we welcome Andrea Dalzell MSN-ED, RN, a disability rights advocate and nurse in New York. We discuss common biases, becoming your own advocate, hospital accommodations, and more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (3:45) Andrea’s Background (11:26) Common biases (19:45) Accommodations in the Hospital (24:04) What Stands in the Way The Most For Not Accommodating Those With Disabilities (28:25) Common Accommodations You Can Ask For (37:17) Becoming Your Own Advocate (4...
How to Work During Pregnancy - Uncharted Chats Q&A
December 13, 2022 20:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIn the last episode of 2022, Maggie answers your questions about working while pregnant. She discusses the ins and outs of parental leave, the best scrubs, morning sickness, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (1:16) How do you find the energy to work (4:33) Ins & Outs of Parental Leave (11:47) Best Scrubs to Wear When Pregnant (14:21) Can you work until you deliver? (19:59) How to comb...
Tips For Taking Care of End of Life Patients - Melanie Sheckels, RN
November 29, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBMelanie Sheckels, RN rejoins us for our continued conversation about death, grief, and trauma. In this episode, we discuss how to best care for end-of-life patients and holistic regenerative care. Some of the tips we discuss are validating a patient’s grief, having a centering process, and trusting the wisdom of the patient. EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (3:00) Tip 1 - Learning to Trust the Wisd...
Death, Grief, & End of Life Care - Melanie Sheckels
November 22, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBDeath, grief, and trauma educator, Melanie Sheckels, RN, joins us on this episode to discuss end-of-life care and her job as a Death Doula. We discuss the pain & anxiety of death, what constitutes a good death, how she became a death doula and more. EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (3:10) Welcoming Melanie to the Show (14:57) Learning to Deal With Death as a New Nurse (21:20) Pain & Anxiety of De...
What It's Like Being a Labor & Delivery (L&D) Nurse - Meighan Pribesh, BSN, RNC-OB
November 01, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this episode, Meighan Pribesh, BSN, RNC-OB stops by to talk all things Labor & Delivery (L&D). We discuss the differences between working in large and small hospitals, a typical day in the life, how Meighan wants to have her baby, misconceptions, and more! EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (1:44) Maggie & Meighan’s First C-Section Experiences (6:21) Changing to a smaller hospital (22:25) A Labo...
What To Know About Becoming a Nurse Writer - Cheryl L. Mee MSN, MBA, RN, FAAN
October 18, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this episode, we spoke with Cheryl Mee, Executive Editorial Director for the American Nurse Journal, about nurse writing. We discuss how to get started with nurse writing, how to write a strong manuscript, steps in the journal publishing process, and more! FREE 3-Month Digital Subscription to American Nurse: https://www.myamericannurse.com/nursing-uncharted-podcast-complimentary-subscription/ EPISODE SPONSOR – AMERICAN MOBILE Become a Travel Nurse at: https://www.americanmobile.com/ W...
The Role of a Nurse Manager - Katie English, MSN, RN, CPN
October 04, 2022 18:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode, we welcome nurse manager, Katie English MSN, RN, CPN, to the show! We discuss her transition to become a nurse manager, management styles, a typical day in the life, work-life balance, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:00) How Katie got into nurse management (7:40) Transitioning roles from nurse to nurse manager (10:02) Katie’s style of nurse management (14:53) Prioritizing time as a nurse manager (21:20) Typical day in the life of a nurse manager (25:00) W...
Becoming a Resilient Nurse & Overcoming Burnout - Karen Furr MS, RN
September 20, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn this episode, we speak with Karen Furr MS, RN, of The Resilient Nurse Project, about how we can become more resilient and overcome burnout. We discuss the 6 pillars of resilience, the biggest roadblocks, recognizing burnout, and more. We Discuss 0:00) Introduction (2:10) About Karen Furr MS, RN (7:50) Biggest roadblocks for nurses to build resilience (11:30) How nurses can recognize burnout (13:48) The Resilient Nurse Project (24:00) The 6 Pillars of Resilience & Pillar: Interpers...
How Nurses Can Build Resilience and Care for Their Mental Health - Jen Barnes MSW, LICSW, RYT-500, TCTSY-F
August 23, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBIn this episode, we talk with Licensed Social Worker Jen Barnes about how nurses can build resilience. We discuss learning to put yourself first as a nurse, fight or flight response, completing the stress response, and more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (8:35) Learning to put yourself first as a nurse (21:20) Fight or Flight Response (26:49) Using Movement to Complete the Stress Response (32:20) Other Strategies to Complete the Stress Response (42:10) How to Calm Your Body When Fe...
Travel Nursing & Med Surg - Shannon Yarnoff BSN, RN, CMSRN
August 09, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBIn this episode, we welcome Shannon Yarnoff BSN, RN, CMSRN to talk all about travel nursing and working in med surg. Maggie and Shannon discuss how to feel confident when traveling as a nurse, community vs university hospitals, behavioral issues, nursing stress, med surg stories, and more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (6:26) Travel Nursing & Med Surg (13:10) Feeling Confident in Travel Nursing (22:24) Community vs University Hospitals (25:06) Managing Behavioral Issues as a Med Surg ...
A Deep Dive Into Surgical Trauma ICU Nursing - Liz Christian BSN, RN, CCRN
July 26, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBIn this episode, we explore the world of Surgical Trauma ICU Nursing with Liz Christian BSN, RN, CCRN. We discuss Liz’s background, STICU patient populations, new grad ICU nursing, Telehealth, and more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (7:07) Liz’s Background (13:40) ICU Precepting (18:50) New Grad ICU Nursing (23:14) Patient Populations in the Surgical Trauma ICU (40:34) Neuro Trauma (44:49) Favorite STICU patients to take care of (53:24) Using Telehealth for ICU Nursing About Eliza...
The Itty-Bitty Guide to NICU Nursing - Tiffany Nguyen BSN, RN, RNC-NIC
July 12, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBIn this episode, we talk with NICU nursing expert Tiffany Nguyen BSN, RN, RNC-NIC. We discuss how Tiffany became a NICU nurse, a typical shift for a NICU nurse, patient populations, most memorable moments, and her book, The Itty Bitty Guide to NICU! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:30) Did Tiffany always want to be a NICU nurse (4:40) NICU population (8:17) Prenatal care & working with the family (15:29) Typical Day for a NICU Nurse (23:50) Feeding NICU patients (26:15) Types of com...
Nursing Legislation, Hope For the Future, Good Nurse Bad Nurse - Tina Vinsant, BSN, CCRN
June 28, 2022 18:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode, we welcomed the mind behind the Good Nurse Bad Nurse Podcast to break down everything going on with nursing legislation and its impact on the future of nurses. Special guest, Tina Vinsant, BSN, CCRN, joined us to discuss advocating for nurses, nurse staffing ratios, how nurses can get involved in lobbying, and much more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:22) How did Good Nurse Bad Nurse get started? (10:16) What is Good Nurse Bad Nurse about? (15:00) Advocating for Nurs...
The Ins and Outs of School Nursing - Saoirse Cummins, BSN, RN
June 14, 2022 18:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBIn this episode, we break down everything about school nursing. Special guest, Saoirse Cummins, BSN, RN, joins us to discuss the makeup of a school nurse’s patient population, a typical day on the job, interesting school nursing stories, and more! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:30) How Did Saoirse Become a School Nurse (5:50) What is a Waldorf School (8:29) What Kind of Kids Does a School Nurse Typically See (11:17) A School Nurse’s Typical Day (15:05) Orientation for a School Nur...
ER Nursing & NTI Conference Recap - Raul Vera MSN, RN, CNL
May 31, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode, we have a special recap from the NTI 2022 conference before speaking with a special guest, Raul Vera MSN, RN, CNL, about ER nursing. We discuss mental health and connecting with other nurses at NTI, a typical day as an ER nurse, how to navigate working with angry/difficult patients as a nurse, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (4:28) NTI 2022 Recap (9:07) The power to change your environment at work (13:45) Most interesting topics from NTI 2022 (26:44) Mental h...
Uncharted Chats Q&A - Weirdest Gifts, Work Bestie, Nurse’s Week, and More
May 17, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes - 68.7 MBWelcome to our first Uncharted Chats episode! We asked the questions and you answered—What’s the weirdest thing you’ve received as a Nurse’s Week gift? What’s one thing about your job as a nurse that keeps you coming back? We discuss these and a whole lot more. Plus, you won’t want to miss the end for a special announcement! We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (1:09) NurseCon at Sea Recap (4:56) Uncharted Chats Q&A! (5:14) What’s the weirdest thing you’ve received as a Nurse’s Week gift? (...
Everything to Know About CRNA - Michael Blaise Sims MSN MBA, CRNA
March 29, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBOn this episode, we dove into the world of anesthesia and what it means to be a CRNA. Special guest, Blaise Sims MSN MBA, CRNA, joined us to talk about his CRNA career, outline common misconceptions about CRNA, share tips and advice for new CRNAs, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:07) Did Blaise Always Know He Wanted to Be a CRNA? (3:40) What is CRNA School Like (9:10) Imposter Syndrome When Starting Out (13:00) CRNA School Prerequisites (14:18) Common Misconceptions About C...
A Nurse's Reflection: 2 Years of the Pandemic
March 16, 2022 18:40 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBOn this special episode, Maggie takes time to reflect on her past two years of nursing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, Maggie took time after shifts to unpack her experience through various recordings, illustrating the impact that an unprecedented situation had on her and fellow nurses across the country. It’s important to remember what we’ve been through, so we are sharing them with you now. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:57) Pandemic Recordings & Reflection (...
What It's Like Being a Summer Camp Nurse - Thea Mullis, Summit Camp
March 01, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBOn this episode, we learned what it’s like being a summer camp nurse. Thea Mullis, Travel Director of Summit Camp and Travel, joined us to share her experience as a summer camp nurse, detailing a day in the life of a summer camp nurse, the most fulfilling parts of working at a summer camp, the ideal characteristics of a summer camp nurse, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (3:25) What Led Thea to Work at a Summer Camp (7:24) Objectives of Summit Camp (17:38) Summer Camp Populatio...
Postpartum Nursing & Amanda's Debt Free Journey - Amanda Ruchti, RN, BSN
February 15, 2022 19:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBOn this episode, we got to dive into postpartum nursing and discuss finances for nurses. Special guest, Amanda Ruchti, RN, BSN, shared her nursing and financial journey, detailing her experience as a postpartum nurse, budgeting tips for nurses, work-life balance, goal setting, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (2:40) Amanda's Nursing Background (4:45) Day in the Life of a Postpartum Nurse (9:30) Abnormal Postpartum Assessments (10:45) Women's Health Nurse Floating (14:48) Ed...
What It's Like Being a Military Nurse - Ari Flowers, BSN, CEN, TCRN
February 01, 2022 19:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBOn this episode, we had the exciting opportunity to speak with a military nurse about her experience in the field. Special guest, Ari Flowers, BSN, CEN, TCRN, shared her career journey, detailing her nursing and military background, the different roles of a military nurse, a day in the life of a military nurse, and more. We Discuss (0:00) Introduction (3:10) Ari's Nursing and Military Background (8:25) How is it Being Stationed in Korea (9:52) Did Ari Always Know She Wanted to Be a Mil...