Nursing Isn't Easy

In this episode of Nursing Isn't Easy , we talk with Alirio Olmedo, whose work focuses on bringing nursing science to the center of behavioral crisis response and de‑escalation education. Alirio discusses a trauma-informed, research-based road map grounded in nursing theory to help nurses stay safe, protect patients, and reduce escalation before it erupts.

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In this episode of Nursing Isn't Easy , guest Amy Smith, a nursing instructor and recent author for Nursing Made Incredibly Easy , discusses her March feature, A Guide to Pain Management: Unveiling the Power of Analgesics . She explores the challenges of assessing and treating pain, strategies for balancing opioid use with safe alternatives, and the importance of addressing stigma and bias. Smith...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're addressing one of the most time-sensitive conditions nurses encounter: stroke. How can nurses quickly recognize the signs, respond with precision, and support patients through recovery? Join the editor of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy and Rosa Hart as they discuss the vital role of nurses in stroke care, from rapid response to...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're diving into the pivotal moment of finishing nursing school and the challenges that come with stepping into the next chapter. How do new nurses navigate the transition, shape their professional identity, and find their path forward? Join the editor of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy and Board Member and new grad, Felipe Oria, as t...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're addressing a critical and often silent crisis: suicide prevention. How can nurses recognize the warning signs and respond effectively? Join the editor of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy and Joyce Shea, DNSc, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, FAAN, President of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, as they explore how to equip nurses with t...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're exploring the dynamics of a multigenerational nursing workforce. How can nurses from different generations collaborate effectively? Join the editor of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy as they dive into the challenges and benefits of working across generations, offering insights on fostering teamwork and understanding in today's he...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're unpacking Broken Heart Syndrome, otherwise known as Takotsubo Syndrome. Can you spot a broken heart? Join the editor of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy and Joan M. Zaloom, a professor at Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, New York, as they tackle the nuances of broken heart syndrome and key indicators nurses should look...

Welcome to this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast. Today, we're diving into GLP-1 receptor agonists, medications originally for Type 2 diabetes that are now making waves in weight management. I'm joined by Alice Butzlaff and Dorothy J. Moore, nursing professors at The Valley Foundation School of Nursing at San José State University. They'll help us tackle the key questions nurses face abou...

In this episode of Nursing Isn't Easy , we're joined by Rita Laske, a professor at La Salle University's School of Nursing and Health Sciences, to explore leadership and administrative responsibilities of camp nursing. Rita dives into the complexities of managing healthcare in a camp setting, from overseeing medical protocols and emergency planning to coordinating with camp staff and ensuring comp...

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy Podcast, we explore I.V. therapy. What does it take to get into I.V. therapy as nurses, and what is it like to provide this treatment to patients? Joining is a founding member of the American IV Association, Felicia Janovich.

In this episode, we explore insulin resistance with Amanda Perkins, a professor of nursing at Vermont State University and board member of Nursing Made Incredibly Easy . Insulin resistance, often caused by obesity, is a key factor in the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Amanda discusses how preventing or reversing insulin resistance can improve quality of life and reduce healthcare costs....

Ever feel like you can never get everything done during your shift? In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast, our guests have been there, done that, and they have some valuable tips to share. Join Nursing Made Incredibly Easy 's Ask the Experts Lori Hammond, Kelly Mosely, and their colleague Sonya Ritchie, all nursing professors from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of...

This episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast will uncover Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, previously known as Munchausen by Proxy syndrome What are the red flags and best legal practices nurses should follow? We're joined by Texas Tech University nursing professors Annette Gary and Becky Geist to dive deeper into the implications of this disorder.

In this episode of the nursing isn't easy podcast, we're pleased to be joined today by nursing student, Connor Christy, who's project at the National Student Nurses Convention in Orlando Florida focused on the intersections between clowning and nursing, particularly the social benefit that can be learned through this hobby. Connor is a student at the University of North Florida and I'm happy to ha...

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast, we delve into an often-overlooked illness: antiphospholipid syndrome, with special guest Dr. Irene Salinas, an assistant professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing.

This episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast will cover medication errors. What are the implications of medication errors in the modern nursing landscape? We're joined by Nichole Miller, a critical care nurse practitioner at Joseph M. Still Burn Center in Augusta, Georgia, and the author of A Look at Medication Errors. Don't miss this important episode!

This episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast will cover nursing and end-of-life care. Today we're joined by the author of Fearing the Final Dose: Calming the trepidation nurses have caring for patients at the end of life . Jenn Carolan is the Assistant nurse manager of the Hospice and Palliative Inpatient Unit at the Department of Veterans Affairs, part of the Boston Healthcare System in Boston...

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast, we're reintroducing ourselves. We're joined by editorial experts who are here to answer your questions: From choosing your topic, all the way through the publication process. It's never too late to begin your journey!

In this episode of the Nursing isn't Easy podcast, we'll be looking back at 2023. What were some of the highlights of our conversations with nurses, professors, and students across the country? And what were some of my favorite moments?

This episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast will focus on care for transgender patients. What are the biggest barriers in transgender care today? Today we're joined by Dr. Sheila Grace Newsom, an advocate and entrepreneur. We're also joined by Rebecca Geist and Annette Gary, nursing professors at Texas Tech University.

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast, we'll be discussing online education in nursing. How did technology advance the landscape of nursing education learning, and what does it take to develop successful online teaching programs? We'll also be looking at any misconception that this format may face.

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy podcast, we'll be discussing the image of nursing. How is the current public perception of nurses impacting the profession and which direction do we need to go as a society in order to truly appreciate the field? Today we're joined by two fantastic guests from the Kentucky Nurses Association.

In this episode of the Nursing Isn't Easy Podcast, we'll be comparing aspects of community health and private practice. How do these sectors of healthcare intersect, and how do they affect the communities they serve? Joining the podcast is an expert on community health at Ches Penn Health Services, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania.