Nursing2026 Podcast

Whether it's a comforting cuddle from a therapy dog or the gentle presence of a therapy cat, pets have a unique way of brightening patients' lives, reducing stress, and promoting overall well-being. Join us as we uncover the profound impact of pet therapy in healthcare. Julie Miller, BSN, RN, CCRN from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses shares insights into the science behind pet the...

All nurses go through orientation in school and the workplace, but fewer ever develop a relationship with a mentor. Just like orientation prepares entrants for their time ahead, mentors guide their mentees for whatever situation they are facing, whether it be school, the workforce, or a new role in an organization. Richard L. Pullen, Jr., EdD, MSN, RN, CNE, CNE-cl, ANEF, FAAN, a member of the Nurs...

In this episode, we explore the invaluable role of simulation training in preparing clinicians for real-world practice. Daniel Raemer, PhD; Alexander Hannenberg, MD; and Ann Mullen MSN, CHSE join the podcast to discuss what goes on behind the scenes of simulation training, the potential hazards for patients and staff, and how safety can be ensured for those involved and those in adjacent healthcar...

Preventable harm continues to be a major concern in the US. Healthcare professionals and stakeholders must collaborate to improve safety in all health settings.   On this episode of the Nursing2024 podcast, Shannon Davila, the director of total systems safety at ECRI, discusses how nurses can ensure a safe healthcare environment.   Recommended reading: National Action Plan to Advance Patient Safet...

In 2019, Nursing conducted its third Skin and Wound Care Survey to better understand nurses' knowledge of various skin and wound care concepts and procedures as well as the state of nursing education over time.   Elizabeth Ayello, PhD, MS, BSN, ETN, RN, CWON, MAPWCA, FAAN, the co-editor-in-chief of Advances in Skin and Wound Care and member of the Nursing2023 editorial board, joins the podcast to...

John Maye, PhD, CRNA joins the editors of Nursing2023 to discuss the nuances of pain management, its evolving landscape, and the innovative approaches that are reshaping the role of nurses in alleviating pain and improving patient outcomes.

John Maye, PhD, CRNA joins the editors of Nursing2023 to discuss the nuances of pain management, its evolving landscape, and the innovative approaches that are reshaping the role of nurses in alleviating pain and improving patient outcomes.

Violence toward healthcare workers in healthcare settings has increased over the past decade. As with most other aspects of healthcare, COVID-19 exacerbated these trends.   Chris Barfield, an RN and patient safety analyst consultant at ECRI, joins the podcast to discuss ECRI's latest report on healthcare workplace violence and how institutions can apply Total Systems Safety to curb the rise of suc...

Candida auris is a multi-drug resistant fungus that can asymptomatically colonize the skin and various body sites or cause serious invasive infections with high mortality. Given its drug resistance, it is considered a possible global threat. As of the recording of this episode, several cases and outbreaks of C. auris have been documented in the US.   Dottie Borton, BSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC, joins the p...

On January 23, 2023, the Justice Department unsealed indictments against about two dozen individuals charged with creating an illegal licensing and employment shortcut for aspiring nurses.   Edie Brous, a nurse attorney, and Pam Zickafoose, the Delaware Board of Nursing executive director, join the editors of Nursing2023 to discuss the scheme, legal cases, and fallout for the profession.

Shannon Davila, MSN, RN, CPPS, CIC, CPHQ, FAPIC joins the editors of Nursing 2023 to discuss the ECRI's [DS1]   [HD2]   report on the Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for 2023.   We specifically focus on one of these in the top 10: preventable harm due to omitted care or treatment.   The ECRI's lists are publicly available at: https://www.ecri.org/top-10-patient-safety-concerns-2023-special-report

Long-term, elevated stress can wreak havoc on a body. In this episode, the editors of Nursing speak with The Wisdom Coalition's Nancy Werteen and Kim Howie about the importance of mental well-being and strategies for nurses to alleviate stressors and achieve joy.   Visit The Wisdom Coalition's site to learn more: https://www.thewisdomcoalition.com/  

Nurses have long advocated for patients, but they can and should also advocate for themselves and the profession. In this episode of the Nursing2023 podcast, the editors discuss nursing advocacy, what it is, and how to get started with Amie Porcelli, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN. Be sure to check out this related article from our October issue: Nursing Government Affairs Advocacy Fellow: Introducing nurses...

Join the Nursing2023 editors as they walk through the steps of editing a submission. Learn what you can expect after you submit, what will be asked of you at each step, how long the entire process might take, and helpful tips to make your submission process smoother.     Are you interested in submitting to the journal? Be sure to check out the journal's Editorial Manager website , formatting instr...

The demand for nurses is expected to grow from between 6% and 40% between 2021 and 2031.1-3 Yet, the profession is experiencing a shortage. In part 2 of this conversation with Dr. Ernest Grant, president of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and an adjunct faculty at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Nursing, and Dr. Katie Boston-Leary, ANA's Director of Nursing Programs and an adjunct professor at...

The demand for nurses across the profession is expected to grow from between 6% and 40% between 2021 and 2031. 1-3 Yet, the profession is experiencing a shortage. In this episode, the editors of Nursing2022 speak with Dr. Ernest Grant, president of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and an adjunct faculty at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Nursing, and Dr. Katie Boston-Leary, ANA's Director of Nu...

In the second quarter of 2022, Twitter recorded 243.8 million daily active users; Snapchat, 347 million. In June 2022 alone, Facebook (Meta) recorded 1.97 billion daily active users worldwide. A post on any social media platforms can spread far beyond an individual user's immediate circle of influence. As a result, nurses, in particular, must be wary of their engagement with social media platforms...

Monkeypox has been declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organization and the US. As the response to this outbreak continues to evolve, this episode with infection preventionist Dottie Borton, RN, BSN, CIC characterizes the monkeypox virus and infection and offers guidance to nurses and other healthcare providers.

Practicing without professional liability insurance exposes nurses to preventable risks such as losing their licenses to practice nursing or paying out of pocket for an attorney. In this episode, Kathleen M. Kearney, JD, MSN, RN, CNE discusses the risks of practicing without professional liability insurance, how coverage can aid in some legal situations, and how nurses can obtain this coverage.

Alcohol use to cope with work-related stress is an increasing problem among nurses. In this episode, Jill Rathburn, a board-certified recovery coach and holistic health nurse, discusses alcohol use disorder (AUD) among nurses, stigma, and treatments. Read more about AUD in the July issue of Nursing2022. References 1. National nursing workforce study. NCSBN. Accessed January 10, 2022. https://www.n...

The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) has published the Top 10 list of frequently reported medication errors and hazards for 2021: https://bit.ly/3LZ5pSR . This episode delves into two key errors—COVID-19 vaccine-related errors and error reporting—and the implications of criminalizing medication errors on promoting a culture of safety in healthcare.

Learn about non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management from Amy Siple, APRN, FNP, GS-C. Amy will be presenting on this topic at Lippincott's Virtual Nursing Event in June. Register HERE.

In this episode, Julie Strunk, PhD, RN, FAAN, Christine Argenbright, PhD, RN, CNL, and Erika Metzler Sawin, PhD, FNP-BC, discuss an article they co-authored with Melissa Leisen, MSN, RN, Tammy Kiser, DNP, RN, and Laureen Donovan, PhD, RN. Their article, entitled "Using simulation to educate students about the culture of disability," described a simulation activity to help nursing students in the d...

In this episode, Nursing2021 sits down with editor-in-chief Linda Laskowski-Jones, MS, APRN, ACNS-BC, CEN, NEA-BC, FAWM, FAAN, to discuss how nurses can get involved to advocate for the nursing profession and make their voices heard both within their organizations and at the policy level. We talk about what "using your voice" and "having a seat at the table" really mean in this context, the role o...

In this episode, Kristin Ospina, MSN, RN, CCRN, PCCN-K, nursing director for critical care at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, N.J., and recent Nursing2021 contributor, discusses an article in the April edition that she co-authored with Mary Beth Leaton, MS, RN, APN, CCRN, AND, entitled, "Caring for critically ill patients with COVID-19." The article, which can be found at www.nursing2021....