Nursing Matters Podcast

Here’s a number that should stop every healthcare leader cold: Nearly 1 in 4 newly hired RNs leaves within the first year. Not the profession after a decade of burnout. Not after a bad manager or a toxic unit. Within the first twelve months. Before they’ve even found their footing. I’ve spent over 20 years in healthcare talent acquisition, and I can tell you — this isn’t new. But it is getting wor...

In this episode, we go deep on what's really happening on the other side of the hiring desk — from the informal "Do Not Hire" list most nurses don't know exists, to the exact formula recruiters use to set your starting salary, to the five income streams that could add six figures to your career without quitting your day job. This one is comprehensive. Take notes. Episode Segments Intro 0:00 Episod...

Something is shifting in nursing right now. And not in a slow, gradual way. In a loud, data-backed, you-need-to-pay-attention way. This week on Nursing Matters, I broke down five stories that — on the surface — look like separate news items. But underneath? They are all telling the same story: the nursing workforce is under pressure from every direction at once. And the nurses who understand what’...

Nursing Matters | This Week's Episode: Building a Global Opportunity for Nurses What happens when a nurse decides to stop waiting for someone else to solve a problem and builds the solution herself? You get The Mama Coach — and a business that has quietly changed the lives of thousands of families and hundreds of nurses around the world. This week on Nursing Matters, we're sitting down with Carrie...

Episode Description This week's episode covers historic nurse strikes reaching critical turning points, celebrates two incredible Magnet designation achievements, and reveals the career portfolio secret that makes candidates unforgettable in interviews. Plus, we discuss the importance of preventive health in light of a tragic loss, and preview an exciting conversation with The Mama Coach founder C...

Quick question for nurses: Have you ever accepted a job based on what they told you in the interview... only to discover the reality was completely different? 📍 "Flexible scheduling" = schedule posted 2 days in advance 📍 "Competitive pay" = $8/hour below market rate 📍 "Team player environment" = guilt trips about saying no to extra shifts This week's Nursing Matters podcast gives you the exact...

Welcome to Nursing Matters , the podcast created specifically for nurses who want to stay informed, advance their careers, and feel connected to a community that truly understands the healthcare landscape. Hosted by Christina Archer, founder of The RN Network—a LinkedIn community serving over 200,000 healthcare professionals—this weekly podcast brings you the stories, strategies, and support you n...

Ready to make your next career move? In this episode, host Christina Archer breaks down exactly how to resign from your nursing position with professionalism, grace, and your reputation intact. Plus, we’re celebrating some genuinely GOOD news in nursing—from nurse practitioners being ranked #1 in America to major healthcare investments in nurse compensation and well-being. Whether you’re actively...

Nursing Matters Episode 011526 is now available! Hosted by Christina, founder of The RN Network—a thriving community of 200,000+ healthcare professionals—this podcast delivers the insights and strategies you need to advance your nursing career in 2026. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. In this episode: ✅ Break...

Happy New Year, nurses! I’m kicking off 2026 with a power-packed episode of Nursing Matters that covers everything you need to take your career to the next level this year—no matter what stage you’re at. Here’s what we’re covering: ✅ Breaking nursing news from the past 10 days (including the potential NYC nurse strike, federal policy changes affecting long-term care, and why nursing degrees are b...

SHOW NOTES: Episode: 5 Career Moves to Make Before the New Year Nursing News Headlines: * CMS announces new nursing home staffing requirements * Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS.gov) * https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ * National nursing shortage projected through 2030 * Source: National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) * https://www.ncsbn.org/news/ * Virt...

New research from Penn Nursing provides valuable insights into how virtual nursing programs are impacting bedside nurses. We explore the data, discuss what’s working well, identify opportunities for improvement, and share how nurses can contribute to evidence-based implementation. Key Takeaways: * 57% of nurses report virtual nursing didn’t reduce workload * 53% saw some improvement in quality of...