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Last week we discussed the traits of a Toxic Leader. This week we dive into what makes an Effective Leader. Welcome to Episode 26!Using real-world examples, we go through 5 essential traits of an effective leader, specifically in healthcare.
Have you ever been in a situation where you thought, "My leader is toxic!"? Welcome to Episode 25 where we discuss the traits of toxic leaders, and more importantly, what you can do if you have a toxic leader. This is an important topic becau
Think about the last time you drove to work and parked. Did you notice how many "Reserved" spaces there are? Did you notice what those "Reserved" spaces are for? Welcome to Episode 24 where we share some frustrations about a seemingly lack o
Have you ever stopped to think about how dehydration impacts your ability to care for patients? Probably not...but there is an impact! A 2018 study found that over 50% of nurses in hospital settings reported signs of dehydration during their
Welcome to Episode 22!In this Episode, we discuss two incredibly compassionate nurses who transformed the final days of a patient into a heartfelt and memorable experience. By surrounding him with his favorite things and the people he loved, th
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to give someone feedback? Perhaps this person is a colleague or peer and the feedback is difficult.Welcome to Episode 21 where we discuss strategies for giving difficult feedback. Based on a
Welcome to Episode 20!We give a brief life update on the cause of last week's delayed episode. It has been quite a week, but we are glad to be back! Also, happy National Hospital Week! This week is a great reminder that regardless of your job
Happy Nurses Week!Welcome to Episode 19, where we chat about the importance of Nurses Week, specifically reflecting on the impact nurses make! We also discuss the deals available at retailers for nurses to celebrate!Plus, we go over a GREAT re
Welcome to Episode 18, where we do something a little different and present a fascinating Case Study. Your patient with a diagnosed TBI develops hyponatremia in the setting of hypovolemia. What are you thinking? What diagnostic tests should
Ever been at work and thought, "Why can't someone start doing that"? Eventually, the "someone" can turn into "I can do that". And that is how Align Neurology started!Welcome to Episode 17, where we discuss an exciting new development in our co
Welcome to Episode 16! In this episode, we delve into significant and likely costly upcoming changes affecting Virginia's EMS agency (and other states) hospital drug box exchange program. Due to new Federal regulations set to start later in 20
The constant connection to work-related messages has blurred the boundaries between professional responsibilities and personal time for many healthcare workers. It is nearly impossible to disconnect!Welcome to Episode 15 where we discuss AB275
The presidents of the American Nurses Association, American College of Emergency Physicians and Emergency Nurses Associations urged lawmakers to pass two bills aimed at protecting America's healthcare workers during a recent congressional brief
On February 2nd, 2024, the TikTok account HeyThereParenthood posted a video clip from a podcast where the host, Jeena Wilder, recounts a story from the birth of her child. In that clip, Jeena discusses how the nurse didn't respect the boundari
Welcome to Episode 12! There was SO much Randomness we have accumulated over the last few weeks, we decided to devote a whole Episode to explore that Randomness. From alternate names for Christmas Trees (think RT, not Christmas) to the Raisin
On July 14, 2020, Reta Mays pleaded guilty to seven counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted murder. Reta had been a nursing assistant at the Louis A. Johnson Veterans Medical Center, in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Reta's acts
You just finished the interview and now it is your opportunity to ask questions. You ask a simple question such as "why did the last five people who left, leave?" Rather than transparency, you are met with dodging the question, and a lack of
Embarking on the journey towards your first job or advancing in your nursing career can be both exhilarating and daunting as you look to the interview process.Welcome to Episode 9! Whether you're a new graduate eager to start your career or an
Nurses (and really all caregivers) are busy. There is no denying this fact. They are busy caring for patients and the last thing they (and the patients) need is someone interrupting their care with a phone call from some office questioning so
It is good to be back! We were out last week as Brandon attended a Conference and Erin/Sadie enjoyed Disney. Brandon was attending the HX24 conference and had some great things to bring back.Welcome to Episode 7 where we discuss a couple powe
Have you ever been confronted with a situation where you are being told you are required to stay past your scheduled time to care for patients, and if you don't, it is "Patient Abandonment", perhaps even with a threat of reporting to a regulato
"Joint Commission is here". These four words can cause fear/panic/anxiety amongst hospital executives and front-line caregivers alike. Welcome to Episode 5! We discuss some practical tips for surviving and thriving when The Joint Commission com
Eddie Bernice Johnson died on December 31, 2023 at the age of 89 after experiencing alleged negligence at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation.Welcome to Episode 4. In this episode, we pay tribute to the late Eddie Bernice Johnson
Have you ever revisited your documentation, or scrutinized a colleague's, and felt that something was off? Our documentation is more than a task; it's a cornerstone of patient care and accountability.Welcome to Episode 3! In this episode, we're
Have you ever used the terms "Routine surgery" or "Elective surgery"? Sure, we all likely have! Now, have you ever stopped to think about what those words really mean? Welcome to Episode 2 where we challenge some traditionally accepted "jargon
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