Best AMSN Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 125 - The AMSN Chicago Chapter #317 Story With Cora Palmer 28:51

4h ago28:51

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AMSN chapter involvement is truly fulfilling on both a professional and personal level, but have you ever wondered what it takes to start and grow an AMSN chapter? Join the co-hosts for a conversation with AMSN Chicago Chapter #317 Founder Cora Palmer as she shares the chapter's story, lessons learned and advice for starting up and growing your own…

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Ep. 124 - How to Recognize and Deal With Potentially Problematic Behaviors 32:25

13d ago32:25

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Has troubling patient behavior ever caught you by surprise or, worse, resulted in violence? Join Eric, Laura, Maritess and Neal as they open up to share their own frightening experiences and offer you perspective on how to recognize and deal with these behaviors before they become a problem. MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC …

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Ep. 123 - What Are Nursing-Sensitive Quality Indicators? 35:12

1M ago35:12

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Unfamiliar with Nursing-Sensitive Quality Indicators and their impact on your nursing practice? Join Eric, Laura, Maritess, Neil, Sam and Sydney as they assess their varied understanding of these nursing metrics and explore the opportunities and challenges they present to our med-surg nursing practice. MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CMS…

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Ep. 122 - How to Advance Your Nursing Career PLUS AMSN Update With Marisa Streelman 37:28

2M ago37:28

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Ever wonder if you're where you should be in your nursing career or what the next step should be? Explore the answers as Laura, Maritess, Neal, Eric, Sam and Sydney welcome back AMSN President Marisa Streelman for an insightful conversation filled with personal stories and perspectives on how to advance your nursing career. Also, get the latest AMS…

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Ep. 121 - Strategies For Patients With Cognitive Impairment PLUS Meet The New Co-Hosts 30:49

2M ago30:49

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Looking for alternatives to the use of restraints for patients with cognitive impairment? Also, are you ready to meet our three new co-hosts? Join Laura, Maritess and our three new co-hosts Sam, Eric and Syndey as they share a wealth of perspectives, stories and strategies for patients with cognitive impairment. CO-HOSTS Samantha Bayne, MSN, RN, CM…

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Ep. 120 - 5th Anniversary Of Med-Surg Moments Reunion 38:14

3M ago38:14

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Med-Surg Moments celebrates 5 years and welcomes back some familiar voices for this celebration episode. Also, we bid farewell and appreciation to two long-time co-hosts. Join Caroline, Laura, Maritess and Parker alongside former co-hosts Alissa and Evie for this memorable episode. SPECIAL GUESTS Alissa Brown, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a clinical n…

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Ep. 119 - How To Be A Nurse Hero And Role Model 27:34

3M ago27:34

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Who's your nurse hero? Join Laura, Maritess and Neil as they share stories about their nurse heroes, perspectives on what made them a 'hero' and how you can become a nurse role model and hero. CO-HOSTS Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Surg and Oncology. She is a native Texan currently workin…

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Ep. 118 - Pathway to the AMSN PRISM Award® With Special Guest Lori Magestro 28:52

4M ago28:52

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Ready for your med-surg unit to be recognized for the exemplary patient care you provide? Join Laura, Neil and Maritess as they welcome special guest Lori Magestro for a conversation about the prestigious AMSN PRISM Award® and how your unit can apply. SPECIAL GUEST Lori Magestro, DNP, RN, MEDSURG-BC has over 30 years of experience as a registered n…

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Ep. 117 - How To Stay Grounded Amidst the Chaos 26:06

4M ago26:06

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You've survived burnout and now it's time to figure out how to stay grounded amidst the daily chaos of med-surg nursing life. Join Laura, Maritess, Parker and Sam as they share their own personal stories, tips and strategies to help you determine what might work best for you. GUEST CO-HOST Samantha MacMillan, MSN, RN, CMSRN is a Nursing Education S…

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Ep. 116 - The Ins & Outs of Mediports 28:44

5M ago28:44

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Accessing patient mediports is often one of the most requested nurse training topics. Join Laura, Maritess, Parker and special guest co-host Samantha MacMillan as they share educational insights, approaches and stories regarding the ins and outs of mediports. GUEST CO-HOST Samantha MacMillan, MSN, RN, CMSRN is a Nursing Education Specialist in the …

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Ep. 115 - How to Combat Nursing Burnout in the Post-COVID Era 29:15

5M ago29:15

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You are not alone. Even though we've entered the Post-COVID era, many nurses continue to struggle with burnout stemming from the pandemic. Join Caroline, Laura, Maritess and Neal as they share their own personal stories of struggle and how they've learned to deal with burnout in the Post-COVID era. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born …

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Ep. 114 - A Conversation with AMSN MSNCB Executive Director Matt Fenwick 18:21

5M ago18:21

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Ready to meet AMSN and MSNCB's Executive Director? Join Laura, Maritess and Neal as they welcome AMSN MSNCB Executive Director Matt Fenwick to the show to share his story and offer a sneak peek at what will be new for AMSN and MSNCB in 2024. CO-HOSTS Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Surg and Oncolog…

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Ep. 113 - How to Manage Nurse Morale When Patient Acuity is High 28:56

6M ago28:56

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Everyone has a leadership role to play when it comes to managing nurse morale when patient acuity is high. Join Caroline, Laura and Maritess as they share their stories, experiences and perspectives regarding how they manage nurse morale when patient acuity is high. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had tw…

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Ep. 112 - The Leadership Journey of AMSN President Marisa Streelman 18:22

6M ago18:22

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Do you view yourself as a leader? In this special episode, the co-hosts welcome AMSN President Marisa Streelman to share the story behind her inspiring leadership journey and a glimpse into AMSN's future. GUEST BIO Dr. Marisa Streelman, DNP, RN, CMSRN, NE-BC began her career in Chicago as a staff nurse in oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.…

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Ep. 111 - Virtual Nursing 101 with Special Guest Kelsea Cox - LIVE from the 2023 AMSN Convention 35:23

7M ago35:23

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Is virtual nursing the answer? In this episode, we explore the transformative potential of virtual nursing as a solution to ease the strain on bedside nurses, address staffing shortages and offer a new career pathway for nurses. Join the co-hosts as they welcome special guest Kelsea Cox for a conversation and case study about the fundamentals and l…

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Ep. 110 - Addressing the Nurse Staffing Crisis - LIVE from the 2023 AMSN Convention 27:40

7M ago27:40

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Ready for an update on the lastest steps taken toward solving the nurse staffing crisis? Join the co-hosts with special guests Sarah Delgado and Monica van der Zee LIVE from the 2023 AMSN Convention for an in-depth conversation about recent recommendations from the Nurse Staffing Task Force. MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was bor…

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Ep. 109 - How to Navigate Patient Mental Health 30:58

8M ago30:58

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If you've ever struggled through the emotional "roller coaster" of patient mental health , you're not alone. Join Caroline, Laura and Maritess as they share personal stories of heartbreak and hope offering new perspectives on how to navigate patient mental health. MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She…

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Ep. 108 - Things I Never Expected to Experience as a Med-Surg Nurse 29:38

8M ago29:38

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As nurses, you would think we're ready to expect the unexpected, but not always. Join Caroline, Laura and Maritess as they share personal stories and experiences regarding med-surg moments they could have never expected. MEET OUR CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse …

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Ep. 107 - Adventures in Wound Care 26:02

9M ago26:02

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Are you doing everything you can to prevent patient pressure wounds? Join Laura, Maritess, Neil and Parker as they share their stories, approaches and personal adventures in wound care. CO-HOSTS Chelsea Parker RN, BSN, CMSRN was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia. She attended the University of Virginia and graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor’…

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Ep. 106 - Imagining the Future of Nursing Technology 24:38

9M ago24:38

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How will technology shape our future as med-surg nurses? Join Maritess, Parker, Neil and Laura as they imagine what the future might hold for nursing technology. CO-HOSTS Chelsea Parker RN, BSN, CMSRN was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia. She attended the University of Virginia and graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing.…

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Ep. 105 - How to Connect with Your Patients Through Authentic Presence 29:07

10M ago29:07

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Ready to improve your ability to connect with patients in a meaningful way? Join Caroline, Laura, Maritess and Parker as they share their stories, experiences and insights regarding how to connect with your patients through authentic presence. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to b…

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Ep. 104 - How to Deal with Doctors 28:10

10M ago28:10

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If you've ever experienced frustration working with doctors, this episode is for you. Join Caroline, Laura, Maritess and Parker as they share personal stories, insights and proven strategies for improving your working relationship with doctors. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to …

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Ep. 103 - The Hidden Dangers of MRSA Infections 22:46

11M ago22:46

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Are you uknowingly spreading a MRSA infection to your patients or brining it home to your family? Join Laura, Neil, Maritess and special guest co-host Sam for an important coversation about the ease of transmission and prevention of MRSA infections. GUEST CO-HOST Samantha MacMillan, MSN, RN, CMSRN is a Nursing Education Specialist in the inland nor…

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Ep. 102 - Overcoming the Challenges of Float Nursing 27:34

11M ago27:34

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If you've ever faced a challenging float nursing assignment or navigated working with float nurses in your unit, this episode is for you. Join Laura, Neil, Maritess and special guest co-host Sam as they share their stories, personal experiences and tips for overcoming the challenges of float nursing. GUEST CO-HOST Samantha MacMillan, MSN, RN, CMSRN…

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Ep. 101 - How to Stay Positive in a Toxic Work Environment 27:54

12M ago27:54

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The demands of med-surg nursing can sometimes create a toxic atmosphere leading to burnout and a negative impact on patient care. Join Laura, Neil, Maritess and special guest co-host Sam as they share stories, strategies and practical tips to help you navigate and thrive in a toxic work environment. GUEST CO-HOST Samantha MacMillan, MSN, RN, CMSRN …

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Ep. 100 - The 100th Episode of Med-Surg Moments 28:38

1y ago28:38

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Ready to celebrate the 100th episode of Med-Surg Moments? Join Caroline, Neil, Laura and Maritess for a look back at the first 100 episodes and a touching conversation regarding the show's impact on their lives and the med-surg nursing specialty. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – t…

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Ep. 99 - How to Deal with Nurse Bullying 26:19

1y ago26:19

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As a nurse, have you been bullied or do you ever wonder if others might perceive you as a bully? Join Caroline, Laura, Neil and Maritess as they share their personal stories, perspectives and strategies for how to deal with nurse bullying. Also, find out which co-host admits to having once been a bully and hear about her personal transformation. CO…

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Ep. 98 - Stories of Hope for Med-Surg Nurses 28:35

1y ago28:35

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Join the co-hosts as they share stories of hope about patients that touched their lives in meaningful ways and how these powerful experiences have shaped their approach to patient care. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in the United States. She accomplis…

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Ep. 97 - How to Navigate Collaboration with Non-Compliant Diabetes Patients and their Families 27:24

1y ago27:24

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Ready to improve collaboration with non-compliant diabetes patients and their families? Join Caroline, Laura, Neil, and Maritess as they share their personal stories, perspectives, and approaches with diabetes patients and their families. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become…

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Ep. 96 - How to Manage Post-Op Handoff and Care 31:57

1y ago31:57

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Whether you're new to med-surg nursing or looking for a refresher, join Caroline, Laura, Neil, and Maritess as they share their personal stories, tips and perspectives regarding post-op handoff and care. SUBSCRIBE to #AMSN #MedSurgMoments #Podcast CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – …

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Ep. 95 - How to Increase Your Energy as a Busy Nurse 30:34

1y ago30:34

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Ready to unlock the secrets to increased energy for a busy shift? Join Caroline, Laura, Maritess, Neil, and Parker as they share their own struggles, stories and personal approaches to achieving greater energy and well-being as busy nurses. As a nurse, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eating healthily is an important part of this. E…

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Ep. 94 - Tips for Managing Alzheimer's Patients 31:22

1y ago31:22

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Ep. 94 - Tips for Managing Alzheimer's Patients | Have you ever struggled with the challenges of caring for a patient with Alzheimer's Disease? Join the co-hosts as they share their personal stories, experiences, and tips regarding the care of Alzheimer's patients in the med-surg unit. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in…

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Ep. 93 - How to Find Your Joy in Nursing 31:38

1+ y ago31:38

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Looking to discover or rekindle your joy in nursing? Join Caroline, Laura, and Maritess as they share their personal stories, tips, and perspectives on how to find your joy in nursing. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in the United States. She accomplish…

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Ep. 92 - Hospice vs. Palliative Care 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

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Ever struggled with the topic of "hospice vs. palliative care" when caring for a patient? Join Caroline, Laura, and Maritess as they provide a deeper understanding of both and share their own stories and approaches to caring for patients and their families at the end-of-life stage. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in Eng…

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Ep. 91 - How to Handle Nursing Ethical Dilemmas 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

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Have you ever struggled to make a difficult nursing decision when there just wasn't a clear answer? Join Caroline, Laura, Neil, and Maritess as they share their stories, advice, and support regarding nursing ethical dilemmas. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and …

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Ep. 90 - How to Care for Patients with Alcohol Use Disorder | Alissa's Final Episode 31:02

1+ y ago31:02

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Alcohol use disorder and withdrawal is often an undisclosed patient issue that can have deadly consequences. Join Alissa, Caroline, Laura, Maritess, and Neal as they share their own bedside stories, insights, and approaches to caring for patients with alcohol use disorder. Also, join us as we say farewell to one of the original Med-Surg Moments co-…

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Ep. 89 - How to Transition from a Peer to a Leader 30:26

1+ y ago30:26

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Are you making the move toward nursing leadership or struggling with the transition from peer to leader? Join Laura and Neil as they share their personal experience, struggles, and advice on successfully navigating the pathway from nursing peer to nursing leader. GUEST CO-HOST Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a backgro…

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Ep. 88 - How to Make My Voice Heard by Management 26:26

1+ y ago26:26

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Ever been uncertain about how to best approach difficult issues or share new ideas in the unit? Join Laura and Neil as they offer advice and proven approaches to help you speak up, make your voice heard, and achieve positive results within your unit. GUEST CO-HOST Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Su…

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Ep. 87 - (Part 3) The AMSN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Initiative 28:22

1+ y ago28:22

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Hear the story behind AMSN's DEI Initiative and learn about the valuable resources available to you as Parker and Laura welcome AMSN and MSNCB CEO Terri Hinkley for the conclusion of our three-part series about AMSN's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness (DEI) Initiative. SPECIAL GUEST Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA, BScN, RN, CAE has been the CEO of AMSN…

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Ep. 86 - Are You Unknowingly Offending Others? 5:32

1+ y ago5:32

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Some forms of discrimination are indirect, subtle, and often unintentional, but what do you do when you find yourself on the giving or receiving end of these microagressions? Alissa, Caroline, Laura, and Maritess candidly share their own stories, experiences, and approaches to dealing with these situations in the med-surg unit. GUEST CO-HOSTS Laura…

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Ep. 85 How to Care for a Dying Patient 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

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Do you ever struggle with caring for a dying patient? Alissa, Caroline, Laura, and Maritess offer their personal stories and insights on how to care for a dying patient and their families. GUEST CO-HOSTS Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Surg and Oncology. She has held many positions throughout my ca…

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Ep. 84 - (Part 2) The AMSN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Initiative 27:14

1+ y ago27:14

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Ever wonder what it was like to grow up in the South as a gay man? Caroline welcomes Dr. Justin Fontenot and Dr. Susan Swayze for part two of a three-part series about AMSN's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness (DEI) Initiative and the valuable resources available to you. SPECIAL GUESTS Dr. Justin Fontenot, DNP, RN, NEA-BC (he/him/his) is a Regist…

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Ep. 83 The Unique Challenges of Trauma Patient Care 23:27

1+ y ago23:27

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From multiple gunshot wounds to unexpected life-changing injuries, Caroline and Parker share stories and insights regarding the unique challenges of caring for trauma patients in the med-surg unit. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in the United States. S…

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Ep. 82 - (Part 1) The AMSN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Initiative 28:11

1+ y ago28:11

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Ready to be the change you want to see in the world? Alissa welcomes Robin Hertel and Shermel Edwards-Maddox for part one of a three-part series about AMSN's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness (DEI) Initiative and the valuable resources available to you. SPECIAL GUESTS Robin Hertel, EdS, MSN, RN, CMSRN Shermel Edwards-Maddox, MSN, RN, CNE, RN-BC …

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Ep. 81 - The How & Why of Nursing Advocacy 25:36

2y ago25:36

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Tired of decisions being made about nursing without the input of nurses? Parker welcomes Nurse in Washington Internship (NIWI) recipient Theodore Urbano to talk about why we must all learn how to engage in nursing advocacy. SPECIAL GUEST Theodore Urbano, MA, BSN, RN, CMSRN, CCP CO-HOST Chelsea Parker RN, BSN, CMSRN was born and raised in Newport Ne…

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Ep. 80 Improving the Nursing Burden 28:11

2y ago28:11

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Gain a better understanding of the "nursing burden" and how technology is offering new solutions as Alissa and Chelsea welcome special guest Kirsten Emmons for an insightful conversation. This episode was made possible by the generous support of Hillrom, now a part of Baxter. SPECIAL GUEST Kirsten Emmons, MSN, RN, NEA-BC is a curious, insightful le…

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Ep. 79 - If it Bleeds it Leads 27:46

2y ago27:46

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Alissa, Caroline, and Chelsea devote an entire episode to blood and patient bleeding as they share their own stories and insights. CO-HOSTS Alissa Brown, BSN, MSN, RN is a clinical nurse educator from the University of Utah Health. She has been working in the health care industry for almost 12 years, and started her nursing career as a med-surg bed…

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Ep. 78 - The RaDonda Vaught Conviction 31:04

2y ago31:04

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Alissa and AMSN CEO Terri Hinkley discuss the RaDonda Vaught story, her criminal conviction, the impact on our nursing profession, and where we go from here. GUEST CO-HOST AMSN & MSNCB CEO Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA, BScN, RN, CAE Alissa Brown, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC is a clinical nurse educator from the University of Utah Health. She has been working…

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Ep. 77 - How Does Staff Really Feel About Travel Nurses? 30:47

2y ago30:47

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Caroline and special guest co-host Terri Hinkley tackle the tough question of what staff really thinks about travel nurses and provides useful insights, perspectives, and stories. GUEST CO-HOST AMSN & MSNCB CEO Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA, BScN, RN, CAE CO-HOST Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRNBy AMSN

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Ep. 76 - Is it Sepsis? 22:17

2y ago22:17

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Ever had that sinking feeling about a patient yet weren't certain whether to call for a sepsis alert? In this episode, Caroline and Chelsea share their stories and insights regarding identifying sepsis in patients. CO-HOSTS Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in the…

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