Inside the Hive

Elizabeth Miller Walters, Ashley Kellish
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The Official Podcast of HIVENurse! HIVENurse was co-founded by practicing nurses who understand the realities of the profession. Alongside faculty, mentors, and advisors, we’re building a platform shaped by nurses, for nurses.  Nurses are navigating burnout, staffing strain, and professional isolation. Traditional CE often feels like a checkbox — disconnected from real practice or growth. HIVENurse changes that by bringing professional development + authentic community together in one place.  Mission: To empower every nurse with meaningful professional development and authentic community connection that advance growth, well-being, and practice. Vision: To be the Hive where nurses worldwide come together to learn, lead, and thrive — shaping the future of nursing through knowledge, connection, and shared purpose. 

Episodes

  1. 12/23/2025

    Becoming a Nursepreneur: How Sara Aleem is Moving Nurses from Bedside to Boardroom

    What happens when the skills you mastered at the bedside—advocacy, critical thinking, and rapid problem-solving—are applied to the world of business? For many nurses, the leap into entrepreneurship is the ultimate cure for burnout, but it also requires a complete reimagining of what it means to be a "healthcare provider." In this episode, we sat down with Sara Aleem, CEO and Founder of Elysian Medicina Digital Marketing to explore the transition from clinician to creator. We discuss the unique advantages nurses bring to the marketplace and the common hurdles they face when trading a steady paycheck for a startup dream. We aren’t just talking about business plans; we’re talking about a identity shift. Whether you are in the "just curious" phase or you’ve already launched your venture, this episode offers a roadmap for navigating the rewarding, often messy, and deeply fulfilling path of the Nursepreneur. If you would like to reach out to our wonderful guest - Sara Aleem, CEO and Founder of Elysian Medicina Digital Marketing - you can reach her on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraaleem/ --- For more information, check out our website: www.hivenurse.com Follow us on instagram, tiktok, facebook:  @HiveNurse

    28 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Fresh Perspectives: Interviewing New Grad Alexa Wojnovich

    What does the transition from the classroom to the "real world" actually look like in 2025? In this episode, we sit down with recent graduate Alexa Wojnovich to discuss the highs, lows, and unexpected turns of finishing her degree and entering the workforce. Alexa shares her "boots-on-the-ground" perspective on everything from the modern job hunt to the psychological shift of leaving campus life behind. Whether you’re a fellow graduate looking for solidarity, a student preparing for the leap, or a hiring manager wanting to understand the next generation of talent, this conversation offers a refreshing and honest look at the start of a career. In this episode, we discuss: The Graduation Transition: Alexa’s personal experience moving from full-time student to young professional.The Job Search Journey: What worked (and what didn’t) when navigating today’s competitive landscape.New Grad Expectations vs. Reality: The biggest surprises Alexa encountered during her first few months out of school.Advice for the Class of 2026: Practical tips for those following in her footsteps.

    32 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    Trick-or-Treatment? Inside Healthcare's Most Terrifying Mishaps

    In this chilling episode, we pull back the curtain on the hidden dangers lurking within our healthcare system. While hospitals are places of healing, they are also sites where serious, sometimes terrifying, accidents occur. We explore the high-risk reality of patient safety, focusing specifically on the grave impact of patient falls—why they happen, and the catastrophic consequences that follow. We also delve into the broader world of critical safety events, those frightening mistakes that lead to severe harm or even death. Tune in as we discuss the systems, the statistics, and the steps needed to confront these true-life healthcare horrors head-on.

    24 min

  4. 10/07/2025

    Beyond the Metrics: Measuring and Maximizing Health in Your Nursing Team

    We often talk about the need for "healthy work environments," but what does that actually look like in practice? How can a nurse, a manager, or a new hire spot the difference between a high-functioning team and one that's just masking deep-seated issues? This episode gives you the essential framework for assessing the health of any nursing team or unit, moving past surface-level metrics like low turnover to examine the quality of the daily human interactions. We’ll break down the measurable signs of a truly healthy team, focusing on the five critical behaviors you should be looking for: Skilled Communication: No More Triangulation. Learn how healthy teams confront issues directly, use assertive language, and actively listen rather than gossiping or avoiding conflict.The Culture of Questioning: A hallmark of a healthy team is one where junior nurses feel safer to ask questions and admit mistakes than they do on a toxic one. We explore how to measure this psychological safety.Shared Ownership of Outcomes: Identify teams where every member, from the charge nurse to the newest graduate, feels a genuine sense of accountability and autonomy in decision-making and patient care.The Power of Peer Support: We look at how teams leverage informal networks for emotional decompression and professional debriefing, ensuring that compassion fatigue is addressed collectively, not alone.Authentic Leadership and the "All-Hands" Model: Crucially, we discuss how nursing leaders must engage and participate when the team is in crisis. We'll share examples of leaders "going to the bedside" during surges, actively covering assignments during short-staffing, and making themselves visible and approachable to ensure frontline needs are immediately addressed. This tangible presence builds trust and validates the team’s struggles.Whether you're a leader looking to gauge your unit's success, a nurse searching for a supportive new role, or simply aiming to improve your current team, this episode provides the critical lens you need to diagnose team health and start building a better future. Tune in to learn how to measure the health of your team with more than just a staffing report. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on our Instagram, Facebook

    17 min

  5. 10/07/2025

    Safety, Support, Success: The Blueprint for a Healthy Nursing Culture

    The nursing floor is often a place of high stress, heavy emotional labor, and profound challenge. But what if it could also be a place of profound support, psychological safety, and professional flourishing? This week, we move beyond just identifying problems and dive deep into actionable strategies that both frontline nurses and organizational leaders can use to actively cultivate a truly Healthy Work Environment (HWE). This isn't just about morale; it's about reducing turnover, preventing errors, and ultimately, improving patient outcomes. In this episode, we explore the fundamental pillars of a resilient and supportive nursing culture, including: The Power of Authentic Leadership: Discovering how leaders can move from being task-masters to genuine advocates who model skilled communication and emotional intelligence.The Art of True Collaboration: Learning how nurses at all levels can foster shared decision-making, respect, and effective teamwork across all disciplines.Creating a Culture of "Speaking Up": Strategies for establishing a psychologically safe environment where every nurse feels valued, heard, and empowered to voice concerns without fear of retribution.The Non-Negotiable: Appropriate Staffing and Meaningful Recognition: Why systemic support and genuine appreciation are the bedrock of sustainability, not just a bonus.Cultivating a healthy workplace is not a one-time initiative; it's a shared responsibility and a continuous commitment. Tune in to learn how you, regardless of your role, can become a driving force in making your unit a true sanctuary for healing—for both patients and caregivers. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to subscribe and follow us on our Instagram, Facebook

    16 min

  6. 10/07/2025

    Beyond Burnout: Understanding the Moral Injury Crisis in Nursing

    You entered nursing with a vow to heal, to advocate, and to provide the best care. But what happens when the system prevents you from keeping that vow? What happens when you're forced to act, witness, or fail to prevent something that violates your deepest ethical beliefs? This week, we take on a conversation that is often confused with burnout but is far more profound: Moral Injury. It's not about being tired; it's about a deep soul wound—the lasting psychological and spiritual distress that comes from feeling like you've betrayed your core values. In this crucial episode, we will: Clearly define Moral Injury and distinguish it from the more familiar concept of moral distress and burnout, shifting the conversation from individual weakness to systemic failure.Explore the common sources of moral injury in nursing, from staffing shortages and resource limitations to experiencing betrayal by trusted leadership.Discuss the severe impact of this trauma on a nurse's mental health, including feelings of intense guilt, shame, and isolation, and its link to anxiety, depression, and PTSD.Offer pathways for healing and advocate for the organizational change necessary to protect the conscience of the healthcare professional.It's time to name this pain so we can begin to address it. Your conscience is a vital sign of your humanity and your profession—it deserves to be protected and healed. Join us as we shine a light on the unseen trauma of the bedside and explore how nurses can begin to recover their moral compass and professional spirit. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook

    18 min

  7. 10/07/2025

    Time to Reconnect: Helping Nurses Find Their 'Why' Again

    Are you a nurse feeling the weight of the everyday grind? Do the long shifts, the emotional toll, and the systemic pressures sometimes make you forget why you chose this incredible, demanding profession in the first place? You're not alone. In this powerful and essential episode, we invite you to take a much-needed pause for reflection and renewal. We'll move beyond the burnout statistics and the sterile fluorescent lights to explore the deep, personal "why" that first called you to the bedside. We'll share practical strategies and thoughtful prompts designed to help you: Silence the noise and identify the moments that truly bring you professional fulfillment.Acknowledge and process the grief, exhaustion, and moral injury that are inherent to the job.Rediscover the initial spark—that core belief or experience that set you on the path to nursing.Build a personal "reconnection toolkit" for sustaining your passion and joy long after this episode ends.This isn't about ignoring the tough realities of modern healthcare; it's about fortifying your spirit so you can meet those realities with resilience, purpose, and a renewed sense of pride. Tune in to peel back the layers and reconnect with the extraordinary human being behind the scrubs. Your patients need you, and more importantly, you need you.  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to subscribe!  Follow us on our Instagram, Facebook

    22 min

  8. 10/07/2025

    Inside the Hive: The Official HIVENurse Podcast!

    Welcome to Inside the Hive, the official podcast from HIVENurse designed to empower you. Are you looking to move forward in your nursing career, but feel isolated or overwhelmed by the pace of the profession? We believe every nurse deserves meaningful professional development and a genuine community that supports their growth, well-being, and practice. Join us as we deliver the knowledge, connection, and shared purpose you need to thrive. Each episode brings you practical strategies, candid conversations with leaders, and inspiring stories from nurses worldwide who are shaping the future of healthcare. This is your space to learn, lead, and connect. We're building the global Hive where nurses come together to elevate their practice and champion their own well-being. Stop feeling isolated and start getting the support and education you deserve. Subscribe now, visit our website and let's advance your career, together. www.hivenurse.com

    18 min
  • 8 Episodes

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The Official Podcast of HIVENurse! HIVENurse was co-founded by practicing nurses who understand the realities of the profession. Alongside faculty, mentors, and advisors, we’re building a platform shaped by nurses, for nurses.  Nurses are navigating burnout, staffing strain, and professional isolation. Traditional CE often feels like a checkbox — disconnected from real practice or growth. HIVENurse changes that by bringing professional development + authentic community together in one place.  Mission: To empower every nurse with meaningful professional development and authentic community connection that advance growth, well-being, and practice. Vision: To be the Hive where nurses worldwide come together to learn, lead, and thrive — shaping the future of nursing through knowledge, connection, and shared purpose. 

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  • Creator
    Elizabeth Miller Walters, Ashley Kellish
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  • Episodes
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