Best Operating Room Nurses Podcasts (2024)

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One Size Does Not Fit All: The Journey to Orthopedic Instrument Solutions 17:20

1d ago17:20

17:20

Thanks to ONE TRAY® for their sponsorship of this Podcast Episode as we explore the challenges of the ambulatory setting for gaining efficiencies and finding innovative ways to accommodate the instruments needed in orthopedic procedures. Our expert guest is David Jagrosse, an industry expert with more than 30 years of experience in this space. ONE …

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Going Beyond Opioids: Navigating Pediatric Pain Management 38:48

4d ago38:48

38:48

What does postoperative pain management look like in children? Is it the same as adults? In today’s episode, Dr. Erik Pearson, a pediatric surgeon in Las Vegas, NV, sheds light on this important topic and draws attention to the unique nature of pediatric pain. Tune in to discover the alarming statistics surrounding opioid addiction in the pediatric…

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019: Day 3 of the Lessons for Life Workshop Series - Household 27:21

9d ago27:21

27:21

Many of you have asked about my Lessons 4 Life Workshop Series and in this episode I share my most recent experience with 6 incredible adolescents. Day 3 of my series is the first part in the How-To Household Activities. We made bagels from scratch, walked to the grocery store, shopped, made an amazing lunch consisting of Caesar salad, mac & cheese…

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018: What’s Really Making You Tired? 28:57

9d ago28:57

28:57

I’ve always thought of nursing as a caring field. One that required a gentle disposition and heart of gold. What I didn’t know was how physically demanding the work would be. Running around the OR as a circulator, standing & retracting all day at the surgical field, even supporting staff all day as either a float nurse or an anesthesia nurse. With …

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017: Conflict Will Arise When You Start The Deep Inner Work 28:44

9d ago28:44

28:44

When you begin making healthier, happier choices in your life, it is almost inevitable that conflict will arise. You may feel guilty for setting boundaries, especially if others you are close to remain trapped in their pre-enlightened lives. It can be hard not to feel for others struggling to advocate for themselves. And as this transformation unfo…

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Going Beyond Opioids: Discovering the Power of Regional Anesthesia 39:58

11d ago39:58

39:58

Regional anesthesia (nerve blocks) improves the patient’s surgical experience, and the benefits of regional anesthesia last throughout the surgical procedure and well into the recovery process. Joining us today to talk all things regional anesthesia is Dr. Theresa Bowling, MD, Director of Anesthesia at the Connecticut Orthopedic Institute in Bridge…

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High-Level Disinfection Guideline Update 5:25

11d ago5:25

5:25

In this episode of Periop Talk AORN gives a sneak preview into the new High-Level Disinfection Guideline and how these key changes will impact your daily practice. Perioperative nurses play a vital role in the disinfection process: Enhanced communication: Ensuring seamless handoff of devices to decontamination with details about pre-treatment and d…

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Who Says Patients Don't Know? 2:05

17d ago2:05

2:05

Is your hospital clean? Do patients see the privacy curtain and see that it hasn't been exchanged in over a year? "It’s not surprising that patients and their loved ones “know clean when they see it” and that they value it. If enough patients are saying the hospital is not clean as evidenced by a curtain that hasn’t been changed, hospital leadershi…

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Going Beyond Opioids: Redefining Pain Management 46:52

18d ago46:52

46:52

Are you ready for Season 11 to begin?? In this season, we’re “Going Beyond Opioids” and focusing on the opioid crisis and alternative pain management methods. And we’re kicking it off with none other than Orthopedic Surgeon and Opioid Sparing Advocate, Dr. Scott Sigman! Tune in as Dr. Sigman shares his personal experiences and insights into the dev…

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Laser Precision in the OR: Enhancing Safety, Efficiency, and Quality 37:38

20d ago37:38

37:38

How many times have you been asked to operate the laser during a case? Were you trained to operate that laser, and did you feel confident you could troubleshoot issues if anything went wrong? Inconsistent laser safety practices in the OR can significantly increase risk to patients and staff, impact OR efficiency and add to the administrative burden…

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The Cost Implications of Deploying Multiple Privacy Curtain Panels Per Track 2:21

24d ago2:21

2:21

Is the "inexpensive" curtain you signed up for actually costing you more money? "When looking at “no-ladder” solutions that deploy a standardized curtain size (whether fabric or disposable) one should not just consider the per panel cost, but more importantly HOW MANY curtain panels are required based on your track lengths." This is episode 11 of o…

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A Candid Reflection: Serving and Learning in Honduras 40:44

25d ago40:44

40:44

Have you ever wondered what it was like to work in an operating room in another country? Or, have you ever thought about serving on a medical mission team? In this week's Special Release interview, join host Chris Blevins as she interviews Melanie Perry about her recent medical mission trip to Honduras. Find out what it was like to work in a foreig…

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The Consequences of Ceiling-Mounted Cubicle Tracks 2:11

1M ago2:11

2:11

Are ceiling-mounted cubicle tracks hindering room cleaning and patient turnovers? "It’s not surprising that curtains fly under the radar, creating significant patient and staff infection risk as they frequently remain in place too long. But how on earth can we expect EVS departments to figure out how to exchange these curtains, touched by everyone,…

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An Operating Room Nurse Achieves Major Goals with MetPro 24:47

1M ago24:47

24:47

Brace yourself for an episode that'll redefine your health and wellness goals! Dive into the inspiring journey of Abigail Derby, a traveling Registered Nurse who works in hospital operating rooms. She turned her life around with metabolic cycling. Learn how to battle sugar cravings and fit wellness into the busiest of schedules. This isn't just abo…

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Beginning again: Lessons in transitioning from expert to novice nurse 9:20

1M ago9:20

9:20

The opportunity to start fresh in a different department is a gift. Once you are there, take advantage of everything and everyone. Staff are designated to help teach you the art and science of their practice, so be physically, mentally, and emotionally present to absorb every bit of it. Understand that there are many ways to accomplish the same tas…

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What You Can't See: Uncovering the Dangers of Subglottic Drainage 30:37

1M ago30:37

30:37

In between Seasons 10 and 11, we're re-releasing 4 exciting episodes from Season 5! Once our patients are intubated, what’s going on inside their airway? Is it protected from drainage and secretions? On today’s episode, we speak with anesthesiologist Dr. Benjamin Wang, MD, CMO and Founder of NeVap. We are going to learn about healthy airway design,…

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Antimicrobial Curtains: A False Sense of Security 2:25

1M ago2:25

2:25

Are anti-microbial curtains making us feel safer than we are? "Current studies show that even pre-treated textiles can become contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms. It is unfortunate that this “fecal patina” is not visible to the naked eye because this limitation allows for curtains to be bypassed for months by EVS management." This is episod…

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From Hurting to Healing: Understanding Moral Injury & Achieving Moral Healing 29:29

1M ago29:29

29:29

In between Seasons 10 and 11, we're re-releasing 4 exciting episodes from Season 5! What is moral injury? How does it apply to healthcare workers? How did the Covid-19 pandemic highlight this phenomenon? Helping us understand more about moral injury is Dr. Mike Rempel, DNP, RN, CNOR, education specialist, at University Hospital, Newark, NJ. If you …

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Carbon Footprint Reduction in the OR 2:12

1M ago2:12

2:12

"Have you ever wondered what happens to items like used facemasks, gowns, or even those “recyclable” privacy curtains? You may assume they go “away,” but did you know there is no “away” when it comes to these Single Use Disposables (SUDs)?" Find out more in today's Expert Series On-The-Go! This is episode 8 of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go se…

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New Environment of Care Guidelines for 2024 6:32

2M ago6:32

6:32

This updated Guideline for Safe Environment of Care provides new and revised recommendations on developing fire safety plans, performing fire risk assessments, fire safety training, establishing latex safety programs and chemical safety plans, among others. The purpose of this guideline is to maintain a safe environment of care for perioperative pa…

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Fire Safety in the OR: Improving Workflows to Reduce OR Fire Risk 35:06

2M ago35:06

35:06

In between Seasons 10 and 11, we're rereleasing 4 exciting episodes from Season 5! In this week's re-release, we're talking all things fire safety! We’re familiar with fire safety drills, evacuation drills, and we’ve probably taken the same fire safety test (with the same answers) for a few years in a row. Today’s interview with Kamil Makhnejia, VP…

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Privacy Curtains Cannot Be Cleaned By UV-C 2:21

2M ago2:21

2:21

In this episode, Karen dispels the myths surrounding UV-C light disinfection for privacy curtains, and discusses how UV-C light disinfection is less efficient than laundering. Plus, discover how long it can take to adequately terminally clean a patient room if the privacy curtain is exchanged as well. This is episode 7 of our 12-Part Expert Series …

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A Tip of the (Red) Hat: Exploring the Benefits of Strong Vendor Relationships 42:07

2M ago42:07

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In between Seasons 10 and 11, we're rereleasing 4 exciting episodes from Season 5! How can the OR and SPD benefit from strong vendor relationships? How can our current vendor management process be improved? We’re talking all things vendor management on today’s episode of First Case with Jeff Wertz, Chief Commercial Officer at Sergio Health. Tune in…

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Vision Beyond Sight: A Lawyer's Inspiring Journey With MetPro 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

For Darren Fittler, MetPro’s tailored approach to nutrition and fitness empowered him to excel in his legal career and as an athlete. Darren takes us on his journey of using MetPro both to focus on improving his running power and weight loss--all while navigating the unique challenges of being blind. Darren shares with us his incredible motivation …

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High-Risk Touchpoints and Surfaces 2:12

2M ago2:12

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We're halfway through our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series! In this 6th episode, we're continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-…

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016: Day 2 of the Lessons 4 Life Workshop Series - Health & Wellness 29:03

2M ago29:03

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Many of you have asked about my Lessons 4 Life Workshop Series and in this episode I share my most recent experience with 6 amazing adolescents! Day 2 of this series focuses on all things Health & Wellness related, but presented in a fun manner. From “Hygiene BINGO” to nutritional label discussion, we get detailed about the WHY behind washing our h…

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015: How to Borrow & Cultivate Confidence as a Healthcare Working Mom 29:41

2M ago29:41

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When we attempt a new skill, it’s natural to feel intimidated. No one enjoys failing. But as healthcare working mothers the challenges we face can be daunting as our care impacts other people, whether they be our patients or our children. In order to become a master of any skill it requires commitment and courage. In this episode I highlight how co…

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How to build trust with your new hire 16:00

2M ago16:00

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At the foundation of any clinical relationship is trust: trust between clinicians and patients, trust among the interprofessional team members, and trust between a new hire and the preceptor. Building a trusting relationship between the new hire and preceptor takes time, but there are some things that a preceptor can do to develop the trusting rela…

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Advocacy in Action: A Surgical Tech's Journey to Transforming the Profession 34:20

2M ago34:20

34:20

What does advocacy look like within your facility? How can you speak to leadership in a way that can bring about change? Joining us to answer these burning questions is Dustin Cain, Coordinator of Quality and Education at a hospital in Atlanta, GA, and Current Treasurer for AST. In this final episode of Season 10 we’ll discuss the benefits of belon…

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014: The Full Circle of Infidelity 26:27

2M ago26:27

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Infidelity has been a part of my life since I was an infant. It played a role in my parents’ marriage, many of my relationships, my marriage and even my partner’s previous marriage. As a child I knew infidelity to be wrong and as we do with many taboo subjects, I believed the best way to avoid it was to ignore it. But it wasn’t until I began to und…

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Disposable Does Not Always Equal Recyclable 2:06

2M ago2:06

2:06

Welcome to episode 5 of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, where we're continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge! With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son’…

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Empowering the Patient: A Journey into Patient Advocacy 37:38

2M ago37:38

37:38

For all of us working in healthcare, it’s clock in and clock out, day in and day out. We’re accustomed to the atmosphere of the facility, we understand how the clinics and systems work, and we know our way around the place. As we talk today with Claudia Cometa, Executive Healthcare Consultant and Owner at Peace Advocacy Group, we’ll be reminded tha…

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The Power of Pockets: Revolutionizing Surgical Gown Design 39:23

2M ago39:23

39:23

Do you ever wish there was an extra set of hands available to help hold forceps or a pair of scissors during a case? What if you could add this convenience and efficiency by using instrument pockets? In this exciting First Case Vendor Spotlight™, we learn all about the innovative development of the SmartGown™ EDGE Breathable Gown with ASSIST™ Instr…

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New Design and Maintenance Guidelines 5:32

2M ago5:32

5:32

The physical design of the surgical suite should support safe patient care, efficient movement of patients and supplies, and workplace safety and security. The surgical suite includes the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care areas and support areas, including central and satellite sterile processing areas, administrative are…

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Cloth Privacy Curtains vs Recyclable Privacy Curtains 2:15

2M ago2:15

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This is episode 4 of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, and we're continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son’s hos…

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Clearing the Air: Advocating for Surgical Smoke Evacuation Legislation 39:52

2M ago39:52

39:52

What is so dangerous about surgical smoke? Is it really that bad? Find out all about the very real dangers of surgical smoke in today’s interview with Brenda Ulmer, Independent Perioperative Nurse Educator. We’ll learn what’s lurking in the surgical smoke that we’re exposed to every day, how it can affect us and our patients, and we’ll hear Brenda’…

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Soft, Porous Fabrics in the Patient "Hot Zone" 1:58

3M ago1:58

1:58

In this third episode of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son’s hos…

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Find Your People: A Journey into Healthcare & Political Engagement 25:31

3M ago25:31

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How can I get involved with my local or state government? Can I make a difference? The answer to both questions is, “YES!” Joining us today to discuss advocacy at a local and state level is Megan Nolan, Director of Nursing and Patient Care Operations @ Boston Children’s Hospital. In today’s interview we’ll discover Megan’s motivation for advocacy, …

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MetPro on the Run: Marathons, Corporate Events, and Travel 28:42

3M ago28:42

28:42

What's the MetPro experience for someone familiar with managing complex Broadway shows and major corporate events? What does it take to run a marathon in nearly all 50 states? Join host Crystal O'Keefe in her conversation with Allison Lee, a MetPro client and marathon runner on her inspiring journey. Whether on the road for business, or on the road…

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A Comprehensive Standard for Exchanging Privacy Curtains 2:11

3M ago2:11

2:11

Tune in for the second episode of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, where we learn from industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son’s hospital stay…

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The dangers of surgical smoke and how AORN aims to Go Clear™ in the OR 6:37

3M ago6:37

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Surgical smoke is the by-product of using energy-generating devices (e.g., electrosurgery units, powered surgical instruments), and it is full of carcinogenic and mutagenic cells. AORN speaks with Scott Hantz, a firefighter and perioperative director of nursing at the Miller Family Heart and Vascular Institute at the Cleveland Clinic, about the dan…

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Empowering Advocacy: Building Coalitions for Change 37:50

3M ago37:50

37:50

“Are you ready for the Time Out?” How many times have you asked or heard that question? In the operating room we perform a Time Out prior to the start of every surgical case. But it wasn’t always that way. Joining us today to share how the Time Out process began is Bill Duffy, RN, MJ, CNOR, FAAN, Director for the Nursing and Healthcare Administrati…

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013: Humane Moments in the OR Offer Opportunity for Gratitude, Peace & Vision 27:23

3M ago27:23

27:23

While there are many moments that challenge us in the operating room, there are those that serve as beacons of hope, guiding us toward our purpose and helping us stay connected to our passion. During this episode I highlight a few of the most beautiful, inspirational moments I experienced in the OR. Witnessing the artistic care provided by talented…

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012: Statistics & S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting – What You Need to Know for a Successful 2024 28:36

3M ago28:36

28:36

Did you know only 3% of the population has written goals? Did you know only 3% of that 3% have a plan on how to achieve these goals? And having a plan increases your likelihood of success by 10 times?!?!? Welcome to 2024. It’s a new year and many individuals participate in the annual tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions. In this episode I hi…

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A Nurse Practitioner's Journey to Sustainable Weight Loss 31:24

3M ago31:24

31:24

Medical professionals dedicate their lives to caring for others, but what happens when they face unique challenges in caring for themselves? Join Megan Turnbow, a Family Nurse Practitioner, on her remarkable journey to achieving sustainable, long-term weight loss. From struggling with weight gain after having her second child, to experimenting with…

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Monitoring Privacy Curtains in the Patient "Hot Zone" 2:10

3M ago2:10

2:10

In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen became passionate about solving the issues surrounding privacy curtains following her 15-year-old son’s hospital stay with MRSA. Follow along as Ka…

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Empowering Change: A Guide to Advocacy in Healthcare 33:06

3M ago33:06

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What is advocacy? How can we change practices within our facility and within our state? Joining us today to talk about all things advocacy is Kay Ball, PhD, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, FAAN, adjunct nursing professor at Otterbein University. Kay is a passionate OR nurse and nursing advocate and shares her experience and insight with us to show us how we can a…

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011: What kind of story do you tell yourself about your guilt/shame? 27:48

3M ago27:48

27:48

As a mother and a nurse, I have felt my fair share of guilt. Many times I felt a directly conflict between these two roles – when I was working as a nurse, I wasn’t able to be readily available for my kids. And when I chose to prioritize my family, I’d worry I would be judged for taking time away from work. Guilt is a weed that can overtake the gar…

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Medication Safety Guideline 5:42

3M ago5:42

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What are the three biggest changes to the Guideline for Medication Safety? It all depends on your facility, but labeling, hazardous medication and antibiotic oversight were three issues that really stood out to guideline author Julie Cahn, sr. perioperative practice specialist at AORN. Medication errors are preventable but continue to occur despite…

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Nursing at the Crossroads: Advocacy, Profit, and the Heart of Healthcare 44:10

3M ago44:10

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Have you ever considered how important it is for those of us who work in healthcare to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation? In today’s discussion, we’re going to speak with a prominent voice in healthcare reform, Rebecca Love, Chief Clinical Officer at IntelyCare. Discover the current state of nursing and what historical events led up to t…

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