CE Podcasts for Nurses

This is episode 1 of the series: Nursing Preceptorship: Cultivating Competence. Episode 1: In this episode, delve into the nuances of preceptorship versus mentorship, highlighting how preceptorship verifies clinical competence for specific roles, while mentorship nurtures professional and personal growth. Discover the vital role effective preceptors play in guiding new nurses through their clinica...

This is episode 2 of the series: Nursing Preceptorship: Cultivating Competence. Episode 2: This episode delves into practical tools and strategies for nursing preceptors, tackling challenges like addressing performance issues and maintaining work-life balance. Emphasizing clear communication and problem-solving skills, the importance of cultural competence in the preceptor-preceptee relationship i...

This is episode 1 of the series: Using Your Nursing Voice: The Nurse's Role in Policy & Advocacy. Episode 1 features Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez discussing the importance of nurses advocating for healthcare policy change. Sara highlights the expertise nurses bring to areas such as social determinants of health and emphasizes the significance of nurses' voices in addressing bro...

This is episode 2 of the series: Using Your Nursing Voice: The Nurse's Role in Policy & Advocacy. Episode 2 continues the discussion with Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, focusing on collaboration among nurses with expertise in various areas to address healthcare challenges. Sara and the host explore actionable steps for nurses to advocate for healthcare change at all levels, from loca...

This is episode 1 of the series: Nurses' Mental Health: Suicide Prevention. Episode 1, Prioritizing Mental Wellness in Nursing: Cultivating Supportive Culture, delves into the mental health challenges confronting nurses, highlighting the impact of long hours, heavy workloads, and trauma exposure on their well-being. The discussion underscores the prevalence of burnout, compassion fatigue, dep...

This is episode 2 of the series: Nurses' Mental Health: Suicide Prevention. Episode 2, Self-Care Strategies and Suicide Awareness for Nurses, focuses on suicide awareness and prevention in nurses' mental health discussions. It examines the importance of supportive workplace cultures fostered by healthcare organizations and emphasizes strategies for nurses to prioritize self-care and advo...

This is episode 1 of the series: Patient First Language: Breaking Stigmas, Building Bridges. Episode one delves into a conversation about the importance of patient-first language. Through insightful dialogue, uncover its origins, evolution, and impact on perceptions, patient empowerment, and healthcare delivery. Gain valuable insights into how language choices shape stigma, bias, and the patient-p...

This is episode 2 of the series: Patient First Language: Breaking Stigmas, Building Bridges. Episode two explores the practical application of patient-first language and its significance in fostering cultural competence and enhancing the patient-provider relationship. During our conversation, we investigate strategies for balancing respectful language with clear communication of medical specifics,...

This is episode 1 of the series: Beyond Delivery: Advocating for Health Equality in Motherhood. The first episode of the podcast discusses disparities in maternal care, highlighting challenges faced by military spouses and the need for equitable support during the postpartum period. The conversation emphasizes the importance of cultural competency, individualized care, and addressing systemic barr...

This is episode 2 of the series: Beyond Delivery: Advocating for Health Equality in Motherhood. In the second episode, the discussion on maternal care disparities is continued, exploring solutions and community involvement. The significance of cultural competency in reducing disparities, the role of community support, advocating for policy changes, and fostering a positive, respectful healthcare e...

This is episode 1 of the series: Preventing Surgical Errors: Patient Safety and Checklists. This episode explores the essential role of surgical checklists in improving patient safety throughout surgical procedures. Discusses the intricacies of perioperative nursing, underscoring the significance of checklists in three pivotal phases of patient care. Highlights critical elements of surgical checkl...

This is episode 2 of the series: Preventing Surgical Errors: Patient Safety and Checklists. The episode explores the pivotal role played by surgical checklists in preventing errors and improving patient safety during surgical procedures. Real-world examples underscore how these checklists contribute to identifying discrepancies, initiating investigations, and fostering a cultural shift towards pre...

This is episode 1 of the series: Nursing Roles in Healthcare Policy: A Focus on Underserved Populations Episode 1 delves into the crucial role nurses play in shaping healthcare policy, particularly for underserved populations.  The episode explores the distinct groups of vulnerable and underserved populations, emphasizing the need for nurses to advocate for these communities. Common misconceptions...

This is episode 2 of the series: Nursing Roles in Healthcare Policy: A Focus on Underserved Populations In Episode 2, the focus is on navigating legal aspects in nursing policy for underserved populations. The discussion builds on the importance of nurses contributing to policy development, emphasizing the lasting impact nurses can have on communities. It delves into ethical dilemmas, legal consid...

This is episode 1 of the series: Conscientious Objection: Balancing Beliefs and Patient Wellbeing. Episode 1: Explore the historical underpinnings of ethical foundations, examining the evolution of oaths for physicians and nurses, and grasp the growing impact of personal beliefs on healthcare ethics. Examine the challenges encountered by healthcare professionals, delve into legal considerations, a...

This is episode 2 of the series: Conscientious Objection: Balancing Beliefs and Patient Wellbeing. Episode 2: In this episode, delve into institutional policies, informed consent, and the challenges healthcare providers encounter when navigating ethical dilemmas. Emphasizing the need to respect cultural and religious beliefs, discuss informed consent meaningfully, and support patient-centered care...

This is episode 1 of the series: Navigating Delegation - Balancing Responsibility and Collaboration. In the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, it's crucial to grasp the distinctions between Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). This course delves into the responsibilities, delegation, and scopes of practice for each role, equip...

This is episode 2 of the series: Navigating Delegation - Balancing Responsibility and Collaboration. In the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, it's crucial to grasp the distinctions between Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). This episode explores the essential distinctions between Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical...

This is episode 1 of the series: Creating Teaching Moments in Practice. This course explores the transformative power of education in healthcare, emphasizing its role in empowering individuals, improving patient outcomes, and contributing to professional growth. Topics include patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration, highlighting the importance of seizing educational opportunitie...

This is episode 2 of the series: Creating Teaching Moments in Practice. This course explores the transformative power of education in healthcare, emphasizing its role in empowering individuals, improving patient outcomes, and contributing to professional growth. Topics include patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration, highlighting the importance of seizing educational opportunitie...

This is episode 1 of the series: Invisible Agony: Navigating Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In Episode 1, we review the complex regional pain syndrome and discuss how to navigate such a life-changing, rare syndrome.  This course delves into the complexities of Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to better support patients grappling w...

This is episode 2 of the series: Invisible Agony: Navigating Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In Episode 2, we look at complex regional pain syndrome through the eyes of a pediatric patients.  This course delves into the complexities of Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to better support patients grappling with this condition. It off...

This is episode 1 of the series: Paradigm Shift: Do We Need to Rethink Our Approach to Bipolar A new research study has made a few waves recently! Metformin improving outcomes in some patients with bipolar disorder? Woah. Join Sally K. Miller, PhD, AGACNP, AGPCNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FAANP as she dissects this study and explains the fascinating physiology about why this medication therapy just might...

This is episode 1 of the series: Navigating Bariatric Patient Care Join Nycole Oliver, DNP, APRN, RN, FNP-C, ACNPC-AG, CEN, FAEN as she delves into bariatric patient care. From pre-operative preparations to post-operative care and lifestyle adjustments, we'll examine the multidisciplinary approach that is essential for the success of weight loss surgery. Plus, we'll hear her firsthand ac...

This is episode 1 of the series: This is episode 1 of the series: A Healthy Dose of Outdoors: Nature-Based Interventions Join Sally K. Miller, PhD, AGACNP, AGPCNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FAANP as she leads an engaging conversation about the intricate world of personality disorders and the complexities that come with them. We’ll take a light dive into the causes, symptoms, and treatment options availabl...