Nurses With Voices

By: Dr. Lendra James DNP MS RN NE-BC
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  • Welcome to Nurses With Voices, the podcast where we amplify the voices of nurses everywhere. I'm your host, Dr. Lendra James DNP, RN, and I'm thrilled to embark on this journey with you. As a nurse with over 20 years of experience, I've witnessed the dedication, resilience, and passion that defines our profession. Through this podcast, we aim to educate, empower, and inspire nurses at every stage of their careers. Whether you're a novice nurse navigating the challenges of bedside care, an experienced clinician looking to advance in your field, or interested in becoming a nurse entrepreneur, Nurses With Voices is for you.
    2024
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Episodes
  • Advocates4Nurses: Navigating the Intersection of Nursing and Law

    Advocates4Nurses: Navigating the Intersection of Nursing and Law
    Nov 19 2024
    In this episode, Maggie Ortiz, MSN, RN shares her extensive nursing journey, transitioning from bedside nursing to pursuing a law degree. She discusses the complexities of nursing licensure, the role of legal nurse consulting, and the importance of understanding the investigation process when complaints arise. Maggie emphasizes the need for professional liability insurance and advocates for nurses facing challenges in their careers. She also touches on the significance of mental health and the impact of social media on professional conduct. The conversation concludes with resources for nurses and encouragement to seek support. Takeaways Maggie Ortiz has over two decades of nursing experience. Understanding the nursing licensure process is crucial for nurses. Legal nurse consulting can provide valuable support during investigations. Complaints against nurses are confidential until formal charges are made. Professional liability insurance is essential for all nurses. Advocacy for nurses includes education and emotional support. Nurses should be aware of their rights during investigations. Social media can pose risks to nursing professionals. Mental health is a significant concern for nurses. Nurses have options for career changes within their organizations. Maggie shares a guide for nurses- "Stay In Your Lane" Click here to downlaod this free guide FREE Resource: "Beat Burnout & Break Through" Downloadable Guide 🛠️ To help you take the first steps in managing stress and reclaiming your career satisfaction, I’m excited to offer a FREE downloadable guide! This guide is packed with expert advice and actionable tips to help you beat burnout, boost resilience, and break through to the next level of your career. 👉 Download Your Free Guide N.U.R.S.E. Mentorship Program Applications Open 🚀 For those looking to make 2024 a breakthrough year, the N.U.R.S.E. Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for our January cohort! This program offers exclusive one-on-one mentorship, tailored coaching, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. Applications are open through November 30th—don’t miss out on this chance to start the new year with personalized support. 👉 Apply Here Black Friday Special: Combat Burnout with Our Exclusive Course! To help you take charge of your well-being, we’re thrilled to announce a Black Friday special on our 5-week End of Year Breakthrough Challenge! What You’ll Gain: Reclaim Your Energy: Stop feeling exhausted after every shift and wake up refreshed.Set Boundaries Without Guilt: Learn to protect your time and mental health.Feel Confident & In Control: Face patient care, tough meetings, and demanding schedules with a renewed mindset.Restore Your Joy in Nursing: Remember why you started this journey in the first place. Plus Bonuses- Course Starts: December 2, 2024 Invest in yourself and take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced career. enroll here. Sound Bites "Nurses make the best lawyers." "You're never alone." "Education is my thing." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Nursepreneurship 02:42 Maggie's Nursing Journey and Transition to Law 05:31 Understanding the Board of Nursing Process 07:34 The Importance of Due Process in Nursing Investigations 10:43 Advocacy and Support for Nurses 13:24 Navigating Complaints and Allegations 15:52 Professional Liability Insurance for Nurses 18:27 The Role of Documentation in Nursing 21:57 Social Media and Nursing Ethics 24:01 Maggie's Future in Law and Advocacy 27:06 Conclusion and Resources for Nurses Subscribe & Follow: - Podcast: Nurses With Voices 🔗 Subscribe to Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-with-voices/id1762933167 🔗 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jczK5DCP0I44do5lp5vAp?si=fubkwatKTSiFomnVotf4IA&nd=1&dlsi=9e88b8ca549f4e5f Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts, experiences, and questions with us on social media using #NursesWithVoices! Let's empower each other and build a community of passionate nurses and nurse entrepreneurs. Support the Podcast: If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review and share it with your fellow healthcare professionals. Your support helps us bring more inspiring content to our community!
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    34 mins
  • Empowerment Through Education:Achieving Excellence in Nursing

    Empowerment Through Education:Achieving Excellence in Nursing
    Nov 10 2024

    Guest: Casey Green, MSN, RN, RRNA, CCRN-CMC, CTRN, CFRN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CNRN, NRP

    In this episode, Casey Green, a critical care nurse and first-year nurse anesthesia resident, shares her journey in nursing, emphasizing the importance of certifications, the role of social media in uplifting the profession, and addressing the challenges nurses face today. She discusses her aspirations for the future of nursing, including potential political involvement, and reflects on a memorable experience at the White House. Casey's passion for patient care and nursing education shines through as she encourages others to pursue their goals and not give up on their dreams.

    Takeaways

    Casey has been a nurse for 10 years, working in various critical care settings.
    She emphasizes the importance of finding excitement in nursing to prevent burnout.
    Certifications enhance credibility and demonstrate commitment to ongoing education.
    Social media can be a powerful tool for uplifting the nursing profession.
    Nursing has both challenges and positives that need to be highlighted.
    Casey aims to inspire nursing students and new nurses through mentorship.
    She believes in the importance of sharing personal journeys to motivate others.
    Casey envisions improving the nursing profession through better work environments.
    She had a memorable experience meeting Dr. Biden and discussing nursing education.
    Casey is interested in pursuing political roles to advocate for nurses.

    Sound Bites

    "I'm going to be one of those lifers."
    "There's power behind letters."
    "Don't give up."

    FREE Resource: "Beat Burnout & Break Through" Downloadable Guide 🛠️

    To help you take the first steps in managing stress and reclaiming your career satisfaction, I’m excited to offer a FREE downloadable guide! This guide is packed with expert advice and actionable tips to help you beat burnout, boost resilience, and break through to the next level of your career.

    👉 Download Your Free Guide

    N.U.R.S.E. Mentorship Program Applications Open 🚀

    For those looking to make 2024 a breakthrough year, the N.U.R.S.E. Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for our January cohort! This program offers exclusive one-on-one mentorship, tailored coaching, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. Applications are open through November 30th—don’t miss out on this chance to start the new year with personalized support.

    👉 Apply Here

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Casey Green's Nursing Journey
    02:07 The Challenges and Triumphs of Nursing
    05:20 The Importance of Certifications in Nursing
    08:06 Leveraging Social Media for Positive Change
    11:00 Envisioning a Better Future for Nursing
    13:37 Personal Experiences and Advocacy in Nursing
    16:06 Future Aspirations and Political Interests in Nursing

    Subscribe & Follow:

    - Podcast: Nurses With Voices

    🔗 Subscribe to Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-with-voices/id1762933167

    🔗 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jczK5DCP0I44do5lp5vAp?si=fubkwatKTSiFomnVotf4IA&nd=1&dlsi=9e88b8ca549f4e5f

    Join the Conversation:

    Share your thoughts, experiences, and questions with us on social media using #NursesWithVoices! Let's empower each other and build a community of passionate nurses and nurse entrepreneurs.

    Support the Podcast:

    If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review and share it with your fellow healthcare professionals. Your support helps us bring more inspiring content to our community!
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    27 mins
  • From Frustration to Change: A Mission for Better Healthcare

    From Frustration to Change: A Mission for Better Healthcare
    Nov 5 2024

    Welcome to another insightful episode of Nurses With Voices. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Alejandro Badia, a renowned hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgeon, author, and healthcare entrepreneur. Dr. Badia is the founder of OrthoNow, a network dedicated to providing timely and specialized orthopedic urgent care, bypassing traditional inefficiencies in the healthcare system.

    In this episode, we delve into Dr. Badia's journey in addressing systemic healthcare challenges, from the difficulties faced by OrthoNow in engaging communities and scaling up, to his experiences with franchising and the bureaucratic hurdles that slow down patient care. We'll also discuss his book, "Healthcare from the Trenches," which calls for systemic change and awareness, and explore the broader issues within the U.S. healthcare system, including the pivotal role of nurses and the often-overlooked contributions they make.

    Join us for an engaging conversation that highlights the need for public advocacy, the impact of media focus, and Dr. Badia's vision for a more efficient and collaborative healthcare future.

    These are the type of issues that leads to Burnout in Healthcare. Here is a link to a guide that I create to overcome burnout :

    https://nurseswithvoices.kit.com/1bfc73104b

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    00:00 Ortho offers specialized urgent care with app.

    03:23 Alandra's solution struggles with gaining broader engagement.

    09:25 Clinicians should authorize procedures, not insurance companies.

    11:00 Healthcare cottage industries strain financial resources.

    14:43 Microsurgery at Bellevue poorly paid, discussed publicly.

    18:06 Discuss frustrations openly to inspire grassroots change.

    22:00 Mandatory tests despite medical necessity concerns.

    23:41 Dangerous surgeon halted; skilled spine surgeons unrecognized.

    28:00 Clinicians must collaborate, engage, share, and market.

    29:34 Thanks for coming; stay inspired and empowered.

    Takeaways

    Dr. Badia founded OrthoNow to address patient access issues.
    The healthcare system often leads patients to unnecessary stops.
    Engagement from the community is crucial for growth.
    Authorization processes create significant barriers to care.
    The healthcare system is burdened by non-clinical decision-makers.
    Collaboration among healthcare providers is essential.
    Public awareness and advocacy are needed for change.
    The pandemic accelerated the writing of Dr. Badia's book.
    Healthcare professionals must share their experiences to drive change.
    The future of healthcare requires a collective effort to improve.

    Shownotes Ending

    Subscribe & Follow:

    - Podcast: Nurses With Voices

    🔗 Subscribe to Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-with-voices/id1762933167

    🔗 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jczK5DCP0I44do5lp5vAp?si=fubkwatKTSiFomnVotf4IA&nd=1&dlsi=9e88b8ca549f4e5f

    Join the Conversation:

    Share your thoughts, experiences, and questions with us on social media using #NursesWithVoices! Let's empower each other and build a community of passionate nurses and nurse entrepreneurs.

    Support the Podcast:

    If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review and share it with your fellow healthcare professionals. Your support helps us bring more inspiring content to our community!
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    28 mins

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