Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Kimberly sits down with Carina Menjivar, Associate Chief Nursing Officer at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, to explore the journey of leadership in healthcare. Carina shares how her diverse experiences - from bedside nursing to healthcare administration - shaped her approach to leadership, the pivotal moments that defined her style, and st...

In this episode of Pulse Check , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Courtnay Caufield, Associate Chief Nursing Officer at Cottage Health, to explore leadership, resilience, and the human side of nursing. Courtnay shares her journey from frontline nurse to executive leader, the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to leadership, and how she fosters trust, connection, and curiosity within her team...

In this episode of Pulse Check , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Karen Descent, Chief Nursing Officer at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital, to explore her journey in nursing and leadership. Karen shares the pivotal moments that shaped her career, the lessons she’s learned about leading with heart, and the strategies she uses to stay grounded in a high-pressure field. From personal loss to professio...

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Dr. Long sits down with Nicolette Fiore-Lopez, PhD, RN, CENP, FAONL, FAAN , Chief Nursing Officer at St. Charles Hospital , part of Catholic Health in Long Island, New York. Nicolette shares her leadership journey - from unexpected beginnings in nursing to more than two decades of executive leadership. She reflects on the mentors and professi...

In this episode of Pulse Check , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Dr. Rendi Solis , Assistant Chief Nursing Officer at Antelope Valley Medical Center, to explore what it truly means to lead with humility, purpose, and compassion in healthcare. Dr. Solis shares her journey from bedside nursing to executive leadership, pivotal moments that shaped her career, and strategies for overcoming challenges...

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Karrie Powell, CEO of ATC Healthcare, to explore her journey in healthcare leadership. Karrie shares the pivotal moments that shaped her career, the mentors who guided her, and the strategies she uses to stay grounded as a leader. From opening new hospitals in California to transforming rural healthcare system...

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Cody Legler, Senior Vice President & System Chief Nursing Officer at Maimonides Health. Cody shares his journey from a hospital phlebotomist to a top nursing executive, highlighting pivotal career moments, leadership lessons, and strategies for navigating the challenges and occasional loneliness of nurse l...

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Chief Nursing Officer Sharon Howe shares her powerful journey from ICU bedside nurse to senior nurse leader - and the pivotal moments that shaped who she is today. Sharon opens up about the unexpected push that launched her leadership career, the profound impact of managing a COVID ICU during the height of the pandemic, and the emotional toll...

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long , Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Dr. Pat Patton, Chief Nurse Officer for Swedish Health System, to explore the journey of becoming a transformative leader in healthcare. Pat shares his story -from aspiring veterinarian to Army combat medic, pediatric nurse, and ultimately, Chief Nursing Officer - highlighting the pivotal experiences, challeng...