Nurse Converse, presented by Nurse.org
Welcome to Nurse Converse, a collaborative podcast, presented by Nurse.org. Picture this: In each episode, we bring you a fresh perspective with a rotating lineup of incredible nurse hosts from various backgrounds, specialties, and experiences. From seasoned nurse veterans to passionate newcomers, our hosts share the spotlight. What makes this podcast truly unique is that all of our hosts were selected by the nursing community.
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Episodes
73 episodes
I Didn’t Pass the NCLEX—3 Times. Here’s How I Turned Setbacks Into a CRNA Dream (With Dr. Wali Khan)
Join Wali Khan on this episode of NurseConverse as he shares his inspiring journey through multiple NCLEX failures, revealing the emotional and practical hurdles he faced. Discover how resilience, self-care, and smart study strategies can help ...
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Inside Oncology Nursing: Stories, Challenges, and Triumphs from the Frontlines of Cancer Care (With Rebeca Leon, MSN, RN)
Join Rebeca Leon on this episode of the Nurse Converse podcast as she pulls back the curtain on the world of oncology nursing. She shares her personal journey into this life-changing specialty, reflecting on the emotional highs, the profound pa...
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Episode 41
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From GenZ to Boomers: How Generational Strengths Are Building a Stronger Future for Nursing (With Carol Simpson, Jeri Ford, Patricia Danz and Nurse Allie)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Carol Simpson (Gen X) leads a panel discussion with nurses from four generations to explore how age diversity shapes the nursing profession. Joining her are Patricia Danz (Baby Boomer), Jeri Ford (M...
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Episode 40
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Meet the Disabled Nurses Who Turned Doubt Into Power (With Dr. Tina Loarte-Rodriguez, Andrea Dalzell and Dr. Sabrina Ali Jamal-Eddine)
In this powerful episode, Dr. Tina Loarte-Rodriguez speaks with nurses Dr. Sabrina Ali Jamal-Eddine and Andrea Dalzell about their personal journeys into nursing and the challenges they faced navigating disability and systemic ableism. Together...
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Episode 39
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RaDonda Vaught Shares Advice for Nurses Before a Board of Nursing Investigation (With Maggie Ortiz and RaDonda Vaught)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Maggie Ortiz and RaDonda Vaught explore the lasting impact of RaDonda’s case, focusing on the Board of Nursing’s role, the legal risks nurses face, and the complexities of due process following medical errors....
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Episode 38
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A Nurse's Journey with LVAD (Left Ventricular Assistive Device), With Shenell Thompkins and Tiffany Cannon
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Shenell Thompkins is joined by Tiffany Cannon, who shares her powerful story of living with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD). At just 28, Tiffany experienced heart failure during pregnancy, lea...
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Episode 37
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Whistleblowing in Nursing: Navigating the Risks and Rewards (With Maggie Ortiz)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Maggie Ortiz continues the Protect Your Nursing License Series as she talks about what it really means to blow the whistle in nursing. From reporting unsafe care to protecting your license, she breaks...
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Episode 36
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The Impact of Vicarious Trauma on Nurses and How to Cope (With Jeri Ford and Danielle Palomares)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Jeri Ford and Danielle Palomares dive deep into the emotional complexities of vicarious trauma—a profound experience many healthcare providers face as they care for...
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Episode 35
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This Encrypted Platform Is Quietly Revolutionizing How Nurses Can Support Sexual Assault Survivors (With Leah Helmbrecht and Tracy DeTomasi)
Disclaimer: This podcast episode contains a discussion on sexual assault and may be triggering to some listeners. Discretion is advised.In this episode of Nurse Converse, Leah Helmbrecht interviews Tracy DeTomasi, licensed socia...
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Episode 34
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How Nurses Are Shaping Healthcare Policy from the Front Lines (With Rebeca Leon, MSN, RN)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Rebeca Leon shares her experiences and insights from the Hispanic Health Policy Summit. She emphasizes the importance of advocacy in nursing, the role of media in a...
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Episode 33
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Nursepreneurs: Staying in Your Lane to Ensure Ethical Practice (With Maggie Ortiz)
In this episode of the Nurse Converse podcast, Maggie Ortiz dives into the topic of nursepreneurs and the importance of ethical practice in the nursing profession as she continues the Protect Your Nursing License Series. She emphasizes...
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Episode 32
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From the Philippines to the USA: @NurseDaddies’ Glenn Dazo's Nursing Journey (With Colton Lord and Glenn Dazo)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, @NurseDaddies Colton Lord and Glenn Dazo dive into Glenn’s inspiring journey from the Philippines to the United States as a nurse. From his early education and decision to pursue nursing to the challenges of a...
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Episode 31
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Criminalizing Your Patients Is Not Part Of Your Job as a Nurse (With Sarah Warren and Portia Wofford-Terry)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, hosts Sarah Warren and Portia Wofford-Terry explore the vital role of nurses as patient advocates, particularly in challenging situations involving law enforcement and systemic healthcare inequities. They disc...
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Episode 30
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To Err is Nurse: It's Time To Get Honest About Nursing (With Jana Price and Sharon Hansen)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Jana Price, MBA, BSN, BA, RN, CEN, TCRN and Sharon Hansen RN, MN, CCRN discuss the complexities and vulnerabilities of nursing. They explore the challenges faced by new nurses, the impact of medical errors, an...
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Episode 29
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Navigating Your Nursing Career: Professional Development Tips for Success (With Casey Green and Sarah Wells)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Casey Green and Sarah K. Wells break down the key strategies for navigating a successful nursing career. From the impact of mentorship to the power of networking, they share personal experiences and practical ...
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Episode 28
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How the SOAR Program Supports Nurses Facing Domestic Violence (With Leah Helmbrecht and Kalen Knight)
Disclaimer: This episode contains a discussion on domestic violence, which can also be known as intimate partner violence or narcissistic abuse, strangulation, homicide, stalking, sexual assault, etc. Listener discretion is advised....
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Episode 27
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BON Investigations: What Every Nurse Needs to Know (And How to Handle False Complaints) With Maggie Ortiz
Maggie Ortiz kicks off the Protect Your Nursing License Series in this bonus episode of Nurse Converse. Maggie discusses the critical aspects of Board of Nursing investigations that every nurse should know. With over 25 years of nursin...
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Episode 26
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The Talk Nurses Don't Talk About Enough: Death and Dying (With Nurse Courtney and Courtney Thibeault)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Courtney Thibeault and Nurse Courtney team up to address the often-avoided topic of death and dying in healthcare. They discuss the lack of standardized education on difficult conversations surrounding end-of-...
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Episode 25
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Nurse Health: Why Your Well-Being MUST Come First (With Raquél Pérez and Georgina Villarreal)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Raquél Pérez, BSN, RN is joined by Georgina Villarreal, MSN, RN, founder and CEO of Healthcare Strong and the recently named 2024 Best of Nursing "Nurse We...
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Episode 24
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Nurse Income Boost: Why Side Hustles Make You a Better Nurse (With Joshua Condado, Jenn Davis and Colin Davis)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Joshua Condado is joined by Jennifer and Colin Davis to explore the challenges and opportunities nurses face in finding job contracts, starting side hustles, and building financial freedom. They ...
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Episode 23
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Nurse Career Development: How Emotional Intelligence and Coaching Shape Success (With Ama Mathewos, MPA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, CTACC)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Certified Nurse Executive & Leadership Coach Ama Mathewos discusses the critical role of emotional intelligence in nursing and leadership. She emphasizes how emotional intelligence can enhance personal and...
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Episode 22
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From Bedside to Boardroom: How Volunteer Leadership Transformed My Nursing Career (With Rebeca Leon, MSN, RN)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Rebeca Leon shares her transformative journey from bedside nursing to professional development leadership. She discusses the importance of volunteer leadership, the impact of her sorority experience, and how t...
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Episode 21
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Nurse Innovation Series: From Bedside to Agency Exec: My Journey in Transforming Healthcare Staffing (With Larry Adams and Colton Lord)
In this episode of the Nurse Converse Podcast, host Colton Lord ends the Nurse Innovation Series with Larry Adams, RN, MSN, MBA, the Executive Vice President of Growth at ShiftMed. Larry shares h...
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Episode 20
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Only 6.5% of Nurse Practitioners Specialize in Mental Health: Why Consider a PMHNP Career (With Dr. Gabrielle P. Abelard)
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Dr. Gabrielle P. Abelard, DNP, PMHNP, PMHCNS-BC, FNAP, FAAN discusses the importance of advanced practice psychiatric nursing, sharing her personal journey of 23 years in nursing and emphasizes the critical ne...
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Episode 19
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Nurse Innovation Series: Nurse Develops AI Scheduling Platform, Saving Managers 5+ Hours Weekly (With Sergey Vasilenko and Colton Lord)
In this episode of the Nurse Converse podcast, host Colton Lord continues the Nurse Innovation Series with Sergey Vasilenko, co-founder and Chief Nursing Officer of
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Episode 18
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