The Art of Caring

Kerry Fankhauser

Join Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BC as we learn more about the theories and practices of 'Caring Science', developed by Jean Watson, Ph.D., RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, LL (AAN). Each podcast episode will contain applications for colleagues and students within the Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Trinity Health, and any other healthcare professionals looking to learn and apply these concepts.

Episodes

  1. 05/30/2025

    The 10 Caritas Processes: Forgive (Holding Space)

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode continues our series on the 10 Caritas Processes. While there are multiple parts to this conversation, you may listen to the episodes in any order! Today we discuss the process of "Forgive". Mentioned Texts: Nursing: The Philosophy and Science of CaringReality Therapy: A New Approach to PsychiatryWebsite Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    8 min
  2. 02/28/2025

    The 10 Caritas Processes: Nurture (Relationship)

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode continues our series on the 10 Caritas Processes. While there are multiple parts to this conversation, you may listen to the episodes in any order! Today we discuss the process of "Nurture". Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    11 min
  3. 01/31/2025

    The 10 Caritas Processes: Trust (Transpersonal)

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode continues our series on the 10 Caritas Processes. While there are multiple parts to this conversation, you may listen to the episodes in any order! Today we discuss the process of "Trust". Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    9 min
  4. 12/27/2024

    The Art of Caring Personified: Gay Landstrom

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. Today we continue a series called The Art of Caring Personified. Each episode will feature a healthcare professional who embodies the art of caring in their day-to-day roles and responsibilities. Our special guest for this episode is Gay Landstrom, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FACHE, FAAN. She is currently the Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Trinity Health. Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    23 min
  5. 11/29/2024

    The 10 Caritas Processes: Inspire (Faith-Hope)

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode continues our series on the 10 Caritas Processes. While there are multiple parts to this conversation, you may listen to the episodes in any order! Today we discuss the process of "Inspire". Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    8 min
  6. 10/25/2024

    The Art of Caring Personified: Kristin Mathews

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. Today begins a series called The Art of Caring Personified. Each episode will feature a healthcare professional who embodies the art of caring in their day-to-day roles and responsibilities.  Our special guest for this episode is Kristin Mathews, RN, BSN. She is a nurse with more than 45 years of experience in various specialties, such as the SICU, CICU, NICU, hospice, and more! Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    20 min
  7. 09/27/2024

    The 10 Caritas Processes: Embrace (Loving-Kindness)

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode begins a series on the 10 Caritas Processes. While there are multiple parts to this conversation, you may listen to the episodes in any order! Today we begin with the process of "Embrace". Website Links: The 10 Caritas ProcessesMount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    14 min
  8. 08/30/2024

    Implementing Caring Theory at Mount Carmel College of Nursing

    Welcome to The Art of Caring! Join Kerry Fankhauser to learn more about 'Caring Science' and how these theories and practices can be applied to your healthcare profession. This episode's guest is Ann Waterman, PhD, MSN, BSN. She is a professor emeritus with the Mount Carmel College of Nursing, and shares her wealth of experience with integrating concepts from Caring Theory into nursing curriculum.  Website Links: Mount Carmel College of NursingWatson Caring Science InstituteAmerican Holistic Nurses AssociationContact Info:Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BCAssociate ProfessorMount Carmel College of Nursingartofcaringpodcast@gmail.com Closed Captioning Resources: Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from Pixabay Disclaimer:The thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to those saying them, and do NOT represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Trinity Health, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, or Mount Carmel Health System. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast establishes a patient care relationship with you, the listener. The host(s) and guests of this show are NOT your healthcare provider and if you need medical attention, seek an appropriate and qualified professional.

    22 min

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Join Kerry Fankhauser, DNP, RN, AHN-BC as we learn more about the theories and practices of 'Caring Science', developed by Jean Watson, Ph.D., RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, LL (AAN). Each podcast episode will contain applications for colleagues and students within the Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Trinity Health, and any other healthcare professionals looking to learn and apply these concepts.