Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast Jennifer George

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Danielle ‘Dani’ Bowie, the Chief Nursing Officer at Trusted Health, the career marketplace for healthcare professionals, to discuss the mental health and wellbeing of healthcare providers and how this plays into the system wide issues in healthcare. 
In her role at Trusted, Dani helps health systems transform their nursing workforce programs to achieve greater efficiency and flexibility and to empower the frontline nurse and manager. Dani’s career has spanned a variety of roles from bedside nurse to hospital administrator to the manager of enterprise-wide technology initiatives. Her true passion is in health system workforce management and staffing, an interest that was first kindled at Yale nursing school where she built early predictive nurse scheduling models as part of her doctorate research. 
Before joining Trusted, Dani was the System Vice President of Nursing Workforce Development for Bon Secours Mercy Health. In that role she was responsible for developing and executing the health system’s strategic nursing workforce plan, focused on recruitment, retention, professional growth and the re-design of staffing and scheduling models for 14,000 nurses spanning across seven states. Prior to joining BSMH, Dani led an enterprise staffing and scheduling technology project at Legacy Health, converting 126 nursing units and 5,000 end-users to new staffing and scheduling technology, achieving improved nurse engagement and a reduction in premium nursing labor spend. Dani obtained her BSN from the University of Portland as a Providence Scholar, her MSN from Vanderbilt University and her doctorate from Yale.

Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:

Danis' evolution from frontline nurse to transformative leader, exploring her key decisions and moments of growth

The wide-reaching staffing and workforce issues affecting nursing, gaining insights from Danis' unique perspective

The physical, emotional, and mental resilience strategies for both nurses and leaders

Examining healthcare workers' mental health through revealing survey results, and strategies for fostering a culture of support

Ways to authentically communicate the priority of healthcare providers' wellbeing, echoing Danis' call for fearless leadership


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Disclaimer
The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.

Resources
Connect with Dani: 
Trusted Health Website: https://works.trustedhealth.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebowie/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trustedhealth/ 
Twitter/Instagram: @trustedhealth 

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REPLAY - Originally Aired July 13th, 2021: Did you know that a recent study shows that 3 in 10 healthcare workers are considering leaving the profession due to burnout?
In this episode, I’ll be talking about how the pandemic has affected healthcare workers, and why retention should be a priority right now, versus recruitment. I share insights on what the impact of healthcare providers leaving the profession could look like, and how we can work to prevent this from happening.

Listen in to learn:

What the biggest challenges in healthcare are during this time 

Risks of healthcare staff leaving the profession and why retention is so important

What we should be focusing on to retain healthcare providers  

How we can bring wellness to providers even during a pandemic 


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Resources
Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/04/22/health-workers-covid-quit/

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In this week’s episode, I am joined by Rachel Awes, a psychologist, art playgroundist, and author, who loves listening to the beauty in people and animals and all living colors. Her 4 published gift/self-help books are infused with loads of her colorful drawings, all designed to affirm the human heart. Her newest illustrated personal growth/gift book is called "The Relationship Book '' and is about loving yourself in all your relationships. Her most tender and mighty hope is to hold up a mirror for many, reflecting a hearty truth of your boundless worth.

Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:

The power of nurturing relationships, starting with oneself, and understanding the significance of self-care as an antidote to minimize burnout risk

Strategies to maximize fulfillment in one's professional and personal life

Effective methods to avoid burnout by prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and maintaining a healthy balance between personal and professional commitments

The importance of recognizing burnout as a wake-up call to reassess their priorities and invest in your well-being

Where to start when it comes to finding oneself, including the significance of active listening, self-reflection, and prioritizing meaningful connections 


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Disclaimer
The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.

Resources
Connect with Rachel: 
Website: http://rachelawes.com 
Shop: http://rachelawes.etsy.com 
Books: https://www.rachelawes.com/books 

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REPLAY - Originally released on July 6th, 2021. How do we let go of what’s holding us down? As a healthcare provider, how can we manage these toxic feelings and shift our mindset? 
In this episode, I’ll be talking to you about how to manage toxic feelings, stress and energy constructively, in healthcare. I share insights on how to shift your focus from the negative, to being more appreciative and having a more positive outlook in your work. 

Listen in to learn:

How our feelings can sometimes cloud our reflections 

Shifting our mindset to what we are appreciative for 

How to let go of what’s holding us down and protect ourselves moving forward 

Why agreement isn’t necessarily always a good thing 

The feeling of resistance vs flow and how to achieve this 


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In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. David Weill, an esteemed transplant specialist, who directed multiple transplant programs for two decades, notably serving as the Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. In 2016, he made the unexpected decision to leave his prestigious position due to burnout, having witnessed the challenges and limitations of organ transplants firsthand. Dr. Weill's captivating memoir, "Exhale: Hope, Healing, and A Life in Transplant," delves into the immense psychological pressure faced by medical professionals and the toll it took on his successful career in transplantation. The book also explores hospital politics, healthcare inequities, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding life-saving transplants.
Presently, Dr. Weill serves as the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group, focusing on enhancing pulmonary, ICU, and transplant care delivery. He has testified twice before the U.S. Senate on the impact of inhaled occupational exposures on lung health, appeared before state legislatures, and delivered extensive lectures at prominent medical conferences and academic centers worldwide.
Additionally, Dr. Weill is an accomplished author with contributions to book chapters, editorials, and medical articles published in reputable sources such as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Salon, Newsweek, the Chicago Tribune, STAT, the Washington Post, The Hill, and the Los Angeles Times. His expertise has garnered attention from major media outlets, including Fox, CNN, the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Wall Street Journal, and the Doctors TV show.

Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:

How Dr. Weill found his path into the medical field and what inspired him to pursue a career in transplantation

Reflections on what he loved most about his profession, gaining insights into the fulfilling aspects of being in transplantation 

His decision to step away from the profession, exploring the challenges and factors that ultimately led to burnout 

Personal strategies for protecting oneself against burnout and maintaining well-being in the medical field

Factors and considerations involved in determining who qualifies as a candidate for life-saving transplants


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Disclaimer
The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.

Resources
Connect with David:
Website: https://davidweillmd.com/ 
Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidweillmd/  

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Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!
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REPLAY - Originally released June 29, 2021. What factors should you consider when building a healthcare company in a new market? How can technology be used to enhance healthcare providers communication with patients?  
In this episode, I am joined by Babajide Oke, CEO of Render Health. Render Health is a health technology company that transitions healthcare operations in emerging markets to the digital age, such as electronic documentation for providers. He shares how he ended up starting his healthcare technology company and how he's building it with consideration of burnout and communication in mind, in Lagos, Nigeria.

Tune in to today’s episode to learn:

How he saw the need for healthcare technology in Nigeria 

The differences in healthcare between North America and Africa that were considered 

How he found doctors pain points prior to starting his company, to address their specific needs

Moving from paper and pen to digital, and how this new technology is being received 

How Render Health is working to enhance communication between healthcare providers and patients 


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Resources
Render Health Website:
https://www.renderhealth.com/about-us.php 

Babajide Oke LinkedIn: 
https://ng.linkedin.com/in/babajide-oke-21b3a915a 

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