First Best Nurse

This episode features thoughts and reflections from 3 Advocate Health newly graduated RNs: Samantha Lavoie, Venitta Craig, and Jherica Kirkland, who noted "becoming a nurse saves you".

In this episode, Carmen and Stephanie interview the new CNE for Atrium Health. Dr. Janice Walker shares about her extensive nursing career and accomplishments.

This episode features some Advocate Health leaders in workplace violence mitigaton - Dr. Jason Stopyra and Jennifer Ziccardi-Colson.

Hear how nurses at Advocate Health partnered with Doody to make publication a reality.

Carmen and Stephanie continue the conversation at the ANCC Magnet and Pathways to Excellence Conference 2023 with more brief interviews of nurses across Advocate Health.

Part one of Live from Chicago - Carmen and Stephanie interview Advocate Health nurses in attendance at the 2023 ANCC Magnet and Pathways Conference. This is a very energetic series of mini-interviews. We hope you enjoy them!

Our guest, Patricia Mook, SVP of nursing operations and professional development for Advocate Health, discusses what is happening across the nation with nursing. She also brings forth the importance of leadership and advocacy. This is a can't miss episode!

Another great dialogue with nursing leaders, featuring Peggy Harris, Jakkie Opollo, and Brandi Newman.

In this "don't miss" episode, Dr. Carmen Shaw and Stephanie McDonald spend some time with nursing professional development expert Donna Wright. Donna shares pearls from her career and her competency model.

In this episode, Carmen and Stephanie talk about virtual nursing at Atrium Health - what it is and what the future holds.

Nurses see the good, the bad, and the ugly of all things medical. In this episode, we discuss a wide variety of topics - not all nursing related. In celebration of nursing week, get to know Advocate Health Chief Nursing Officer Mary Beth Kingston.

This episode features a farewell from Atrium Health's CNE Dr. Maureen Swick. Lot's of laughter as she talks about the next steps in her journey, living out her "preferment".

In this episode, Carmen shares the process and outcome of the development of Atrium Health's Nursing Professional Practice Model, along with some members of the team who helped in its creation. 

Carmen and Stephanie chat about episodes in 2022 and possible future episodes for 2023.

In this episode, we speak with some experts on drug diversion to learn why this may occur, and how we can help prevent it.  As uncomfortable as this topic may be, we talk about why it is important to have the conversation, and touch specifically on what Atrium Health offers for mitigation and support. 

Human trafficking is a billion dollar criminal industry which denies people their rights and freedom.  In this episode, some Atrium Health nurses discuss how they identify and assist victims of human trafficking.  Polaris operates the U.S. human trafficking hotline.  To get help or advice, call 1-888-376-7888 or text "BeFree" to 233733.

In this episode, we spend time with Cathy Carson, a certified holistic nurse and integrative therapy practitioner at Atrium Health Cabarrus.  You can hear what this work entails, and the effects of her treatment on her patients, and her colleagues in the emergency department!

This episode features a great conversation between Dr. Tim Porter O'Grady, Dr. Carmen Shaw, and Stephanie McDonald.  The discussion centers around the meaning and value of professional governance for nursing.

Nurses advocating for nurses.  Hear from Michelle Hewitt, LPN and Catherine Opladen, RN on why they are running for election for the 2022 NC Board of Nursing.  NC nurses have a unique and important opportunity to elect their board - voting is open through August 15, 2022. 

Carmen and Stephanie talk to some Atrium Health nurses about mentoring, how it is different than orienting, and how it adds value to a teammates work experience. 

This episode, recorded live at the Atrium Health Nursing Summit, features a conversation with Dr. Maureen Swick and Dr. Lindsay Munn regarding research they conducted around nurse well-being and burnout.  Also featured in the conversation are Atrium Health nurses Kristen Henry and Bridgette Burch, who share their perspective on what burnout looks like at the bedside. 

In this episode, Stephanie interview Brenda, a nurse in Uganda.

In this episode, Carmen Shaw leads a dialogue with some nursing researchers. This episode was recorded live at the Atrium Health Nursing Research Symposium.

Becky Fox and Sarah Francis talk about how nursing innovation is helping to enhance care delivery through design.  This episode is also Meghan Hirth's last episode!

Carmen, Meghan and Stephanie were honored to have some time with Dr. Watson.

Dr. Jean Watson is Distinguished Professor and Dean Emerita, University of Colorado College of Nursing Anschutz Medical Center, USA; founder of the original Center for Human Caring in Colorado; a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN); Founder and Director of non-profit organization, Watson Caring Science Institute; past President of the National League for Nursing; founding member of International Association in Human Caring and International Caritas Consortium; She held the nation’s first endowed chair in Caring Science for 16 years; holds fifteen (15) Honorary Doctoral Degrees, including 12 International Honorary Doctorates; Her work is studied and implemented around the world. She is a widely published author and recipient of many awards and honors; authored and co-authored over 30 books on caring; In October, 2013, Dr. Watson was inducted as a Living Legend by the American Academy of Nursing, its highest honor.

In this episode, we are privileged to have a conversation with Dr. Amy Hester, co-creator of the Hester Davis Falls Score and HD Nursing.  She shares her insights on patient safety, innovation and entrepreneurship.  

In our first episode of season 3, Carmen, Meghan and Steph talk with some experts about the significance of Magnet and Pathways to Excellence designation. 

This episode features a conversation with Atrium Health nurses who serve on boards.  You'll hear how it ignites their passion, and how you can get started, too!

What brought you into this profession?  Hear stories from Atrium Health nurses about their nursing journey and how we can encourage others to join and to stay in this profession of honor. 

We were able to assemble a group of Atrium Health nurses attending the 2021 Annual Convention for a great conversation about nursing advocacy and development.  Listen in and enjoy!

In this episode, Carmen, Meghan, and Stephanie sit down with International Nurses Reymond and Georgette, who are working at Atrium Health to hear their perspective on nursing and belonging at Atrium Health.

A tribute to Barbee Whisnant-Burgess, who is soon to retire after a career spent entirely practicing and enhancing nursing at Atrium Health.

In Day 2 of our Atrium Health Nursing Summit, we got to sit down for a live podcast recording with some of our inspirational and innovative Chief Nurses.

Just in time for Florence Nightingale's birthday, we are bringing you an episode that talks about the essence and passion of our calling - the heart of a nurse.  Hear from some committed Atrium Health nurses about the stories that stick with them. 

In this episode, we feature the perspectives of 4 different APRNs.  You will be inspired by their passion!

March 19th is Certified Nurses Day, and we are celebrating with a few of our Atrium Health certified nurses. 

This episode was recorded live at one of Atrium Health's Covid vaccine clinics.  

We hope you give this episode a shot!

This special episode was recorded live at the Atrium Health Virtual Nursing Summit in December 2020.  Hear from a few of our exceptional Chief Nurses as they talk about their past, present and the future of nursing. 

Hear from some of our Atrium Nurses who have won awards, and what lessons they have to pass on to you. 

We all want to do a great job for our patients; but sometimes, the experience of becoming a patient informs how we do a great job for our patients later.

Men are in the minority when it comes to nursing, but provide vital contributions to our patient care, leadership, innovation and more.  In this episode, hear from some amazing male nurses from Atrium Health. 

Part 2 continues our powerful dialogue hearing how Atrium Health nurses of color feel the impact of social and racial injustice. 

During a time of social injustice, we pulled together a panel of Atrium Health nurses of color to hear their perspectives.  

The third episode is a special edition featuring some of our front line nurses who worked directly with our COVID-19 patients. 

The second episode spotlights Atrium Health preceptors and the role they play in developing new teammates. 

The first episode features Professional Nurse Clinical Advancement Program (PNCAP) nurses from Atrium Health talking about why clinical advancement is important to them.