The Smart Care Team Spotlight

Collaboration is critical to identifying and prioritizing problems and solutions in healthcare. In this episode, Wendy Kiepek and Jennifer Glenn share insights into the transformative success of Vanderbilt University Hospital's virtual nursing program. Wendy, a healthcare informatics professional, highlights the collaboration between nursing teams and information technology, emphasizing the import...

Too often, technology makes caregivers' lives harder, not easier. It's time for smart technology to empower care with a more human touch. In this episode, Michelle Troseth and Tracey Christopherson, co-founders of Missing Logic, focus on the transformative promise of AI and ambient intelligence for healthcare. The dynamic duo, with backgrounds in nursing and respiratory therapy, shares insights fr...

Investing in professional development prepares nurses for the digital revolution. In this episode, Dr. David Marshall, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive at Cedars-Sinai, discusses the transformative impact of technology on healthcare, emphasizing the need for smart solutions that enhance the human touch in caregiving. He explores the integration of robotics and ambient listening te...

Technology isn't just a shiny object; it's a tool that should augment the unique value of nursing rather than overshadow it. In this episode, Mary Beth Kingston, Executive Vice President, and Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health, dives deep into the heart of clinical transformation, exploring the multifaceted role of nursing and technology in crafting new care models designed to enhance qualit...

In this special holiday crossover episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, your host, Molly McCarthy, welcomes you to a festive collaboration with Steve Lieber's podcast, Smart From the Start, presented by care.ai. This episode showcases Steve Lieber's engaging interviews with six prominent health system leaders at the recent Becker's Health IT Conference. Join Steve as he sits down with these he...

Nurses emerge as crucial contributors to designing inclusive solutions that enhance health experiences and outcomes for all. In this episode, Shawna Butler delves into the pivotal role of nurses in revolutionizing healthcare through smart technology. She highlights the positive impact of digitization on patient care coordination and information sharing. She also stresses the necessity for intentio...

New nursing graduates face challenges transitioning from the classroom to the real-world healthcare setting. In this Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Marion Leary talks about the challenges and opportunities related to nursing education and innovation. She emphasizes closing the gap between nursing education and practical challenges through teaching innovation, involving nurses in healthcare tec...

In this episode, Judy Murphy explores the highs and lows of AI implementation. She delves into the hype around ChatGPT AI and broader AI integration in healthcare, emphasizing the ongoing need for monitoring, validation, and clinician feedback. Tune in to learn how to navigate the dynamic intersection of AI and healthcare for meaningful patient care and outcome improvements!

From recruitment strategies to positive work environments, nursing leadership drives change. In this episode, Dr. Robyn Begley delves into the challenges of healthcare systems. Robyn mainly explores the overwhelming demands on bedside caregivers and emphasizes the need for tailored approaches given the diverse landscape of healthcare facilities. She also offers recruitment and retention strategies...

How are smart hospitals leading the charge in healthcare innovation? Join Molly McCarthy on this festive Smart Care Team Spotlight episode for a unique crossover event with Steve Lieber's podcast, Smart From the Start. In this holiday special, we're thrilled to bring you a captivating episode featuring Steve's esteemed guest, Roberta Schwartz, Chief Innovation Officer at Houston Methodist Hospital...

In this episode, Dr. Kristi Henderson, CEO of Confluent Health, delves into key moments in the evolution of healthcare technology and stresses the vital role of nurses in shaping, building, and implementing technology, recognizing them as catalysts for meaningful change. Dive into this episode and learn why a sustainable healthcare system is not feasible without technology and the role nurses play...

Nurses play a pivotal in driving technological advancements in patient care.  In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Hiyam Nadel talks about the role of nurses in the design, development, and implementation of healthcare technology and innovation. They emphasize the importance of nurse involvement in technology creation and testing, highlighting the significance of empowering nurses as...

Imagine a healthcare world where technology doesn't just support clinicians; they lead it. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Patricia Mook talks about the role of clinicians in driving healthcare technology projects, exemplified by her journey. Patricia shares how she swiftly implemented technology-driven virtual nursing during the pandemic, emphasizing customization and promoting...

In this Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Eric Wallis, Senior Vice President and System Chief Nursing Officer for Henry Ford Health System, shares his insights on the current caregiver workforce crisis post-COVID era. He shares the strategies and opportunities Henry Ford Health System has prioritized to address the workforce shortages and challenges caregivers and hospitals face.  Join us as we e...

In this Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Molly McCarthy interviews Dr. Eve Cunningham, Group Vice President at Providence, who discusses their groundbreaking work in healthcare innovation. They're leading the way in integrating Ambient Intelligence, AI, and significant language models to enhance patient care. We explore their collaborations, including with Microsoft, and how AI is transforming h...

Nurse burnout is at an all-time high, but there's hope on the horizon. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Rebecca Love talks about how technology and virtual nursing can potentially address issues such as nurse burnout and the changing healthcare landscape. She discusses her role at IntelyCare, SONSIEL, and the pressing issue of nurse burnout exacerbated by technology and workload c...

What if the future of healthcare involved robots on care teams? In the Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Bonnie Clipper discusses the transformation of care delivery models in response to ongoing workforce challenges, such as shortages of nurses and other healthcare professionals. She underscores the importance of healthcare organizations embracing technology, smart care teams with potential serv...

AI goes beyond being an innovative tech tool; it’s also about empowering users. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Tom Lawry talks about how the application of artificial intelligence in the healthcare industry can relieve clinicians of repetitive tasks and facilitate a focus on patient care. He emphasizes leadership's vital role in driving AI adoption, exploring innovative applicat...

In the latest episode of Smartcare Team Spotlight, Molly McCarthy interviews Jane Sarsohn-Kahn, emphasizing the importance of embracing virtual care and technology in healthcare. They discuss the challenges hospitals face in investing in digital transformation, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jane highlights the need to empower smart care teams, including nurses and other hea...

Introducing "Smart Care Team Spotlight" hosted by Molly McCarthy, where healthcare meets innovation! Join us on a transformative journey as we reimagine healthcare, harnessing the power of smart technologies to empower caregivers and enhance patient care. 🎧 Be part of this exciting podcast launch and discover how we can revolutionize healthcare together. Tune in to gain insights from clinical and...