CE Podcasts for Nurses

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Listen, Learn, and Earn CE Hours with Elite Learning.  Elite Learning is among the first to bring you nursing podcasts that are part of an accredited continuing education activity. With real-world examples, interviews with subject matter experts, practical insights, and the opportunity to earn nursing CE hours- we’re taking learning to the next level. Subscribe and never miss a chance to listen, learn, and earn nursing CE. Learn more at elitelearning.com/podcast

  1. Your Nursing Career Doesn't Have to Follow a Straight Line

    5D AGO

    Your Nursing Career Doesn't Have to Follow a Straight Line

    Your Nursing Career Doesn't Have to Follow a Straight Line SUMMARY:  What if your nursing career didn’t have to follow the traditional bedside path to be meaningful—or impactful?  In this episode, host MacKenzie Butler sits down with Donna Cardillo, a nurse whose career journey defies convention. From psychiatric hospitals and emergency departments to healthcare reimbursement, education, writing, and career coaching, Donna shares how saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities reshaped her professional life—and helped countless nurses do the same.  Together, they explore why so many nurses undervalue their transferable skills, how imposter syndrome shows up even in successful careers, and why nursing is an identity, not a job title or setting. Donna offers practical advice on networking, LinkedIn, resumes, and confidence-building—along with a powerful reminder that nurses can create impact far beyond the patients they’ll ever meet face to face.  If you’ve ever wondered what else you can do with a nursing degree—or felt stuck waiting for permission to try something new—this conversation is for you.  --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View Episode Takeaways View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Your Nursing Career Doesn't Have to Follow a Straight Line

    1h 7m
  2. Precision Medicine in Mental Health: A Game-Changer for Nurses

    MAY 4

    Precision Medicine in Mental Health: A Game-Changer for Nurses

    Precision Medicine in Mental Health: A Game-Changer for Nurses SUMMARY:  Mental healthcare is undergoing a revolutionary transformation as precision medicine moves from bench to bedside. For decades, psychiatric treatment has relied on trial-and-error approaches, leaving patients cycling through multiple medications before finding one that works—if they find one at all. But emerging biomarker technologies and genetic testing are promising to change the game entirely. This episode explores how precision medicine is reshaping mental health treatment, examining the science behind pharmacogenomics, neuroimaging biomarkers, and molecular diagnostics, while addressing the practical, ethical, and accessibility challenges that healthcare professionals must navigate as this paradigm shift unfolds. --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View Episode Takeaways View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Precision Medicine in Mental Health: A Game-Changer for Nurses

    1h 3m
  3. Episode 8: The Heparin that Clotted

    MAY 1

    Episode 8: The Heparin that Clotted

    Episode 8: The Heparin that Clotted SUMMARY:  This course presents a complex postoperative case involving Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT), a rare but potentially life-threatening immune-mediated reaction to heparin. Though widely used for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis, heparin can, in susceptible individuals, paradoxically trigger thrombosis through platelet activation and antibody formation. Through a structured narrative format and evidence-based analysis, this course examines the early clinical indicators of HIT, including unexplained thrombosis, rapid platelet decline, and non-responsiveness to anticoagulation. Participants will explore the diagnostic process, management strategies, and nursing responsibilities in recognizing and responding to HIT in acute care settings. Emphasis is placed on the importance of critical thinking, timely laboratory evaluation, interprofessional communication, and institutional protocols to support safe and effective patient care. This activity is designed to enhance nursing competence in identifying high-risk medication reactions, advocating for appropriate treatment modifications, and contributing to systems-level improvements in medication safety and hematologic monitoring.    --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    44 min
  4. Episode 7: The Case of Sudden Paralysis

    MAY 1

    Episode 7: The Case of Sudden Paralysis

    Episode 7: The Case of Sudden Paralysis SUMMARY:  This course presents a clinical case of acute flaccid paralysis in a postoperative patient, ultimately diagnosed as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). The episode emphasizes the diagnostic complexities of neurologic deterioration following surgery, particularly when symptoms mimic more common conditions such as stroke, medication reaction, or critical illness neuropathy. Through a structured case narrative and expert-guided reflection, learners will examine the clinical features of GBS, evidence-based treatment approaches, and the nursing implications of monitoring, escalation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This activity reinforces the nurse’s role in early detection of neurologic emergencies, ensuring timely intervention in rapidly progressing syndromes.   --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    51 min
  5. Episode 6: The Red Man That Collapsed

    MAY 1

    Episode 6: The Red Man That Collapsed

    Episode 6: The Red Man That Collapsed SUMMARY:  This course examines a high-acuity infusion reaction, Red Man Syndrome (RMS), as it unfolds during vancomycin administration in an ICU setting. Through narrative reenactment and clinical analysis, the course helps nurses differentiate RMS from anaphylaxis, understand the underlying pathophysiology of histamine-mediated reactions, and explore the critical importance of adhering to evidence-based infusion rates. Learners will review nursing responsibilities in monitoring for adverse reactions, responding promptly, documenting accurately, and advocating for safety improvements in default infusion protocols. This podcast supports nurses in developing both technical expertise and confidence in managing high-risk medication scenarios.    --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    54 min
  6. Episode 5: The Phantom Fever

    MAY 1

    Episode 5: The Phantom Fever

    Episode 5: The Phantom Fever SUMMARY:  This accredited continuing nursing education activity explores the clinical complexities of diagnosing central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) in the presence of negative cultures and nonspecific systemic signs. Through a compelling case narrative, learners will follow the journey of a patient whose persistent fever and subtle hemodynamic changes defied traditional sepsis workups. The episode emphasizes the role of vigilant nursing observation, critical pattern recognition, and interdisciplinary collaboration in uncovering occult fungal colonization as the source of persistent febrile episodes. Learners will deepen their understanding of CLABSI pathophysiology, fungal line infections, and the importance of challenging premature diagnostic closure in critically ill patients.   --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    1h 3m
  7. Episode 4: The Woman Who Turned Blue

    MAY 1

    Episode 4: The Woman Who Turned Blue

    Episode 4: The Woman Who Turned Blue SUMMARY:  This course explores a complex case of methemoglobinemia, a rare but potentially fatal condition in which hemoglobin is unable to carry oxygen effectively despite normal respiratory status and pulse oximetry readings. Through narrative storytelling and expert debrief, learners are introduced to the diagnostic challenges of cyanosis with normal oxygen saturation and the critical role nurses play in recognizing subtle toxicologic emergencies. The episode also highlights the clinical value of co-oximetry, the limitations of standard monitoring tools, and the importance of thorough supplement history-taking in uncovering non-obvious sources of chemical exposure. This podcast fosters clinical reasoning and equips nurses to escalate care based on patient presentation rather than solely on technology.    --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    52 min
  8. Episode 3: The Woman Who Couldn’t Wake Up

    MAY 1

    Episode 3: The Woman Who Couldn’t Wake Up

    Episode 3: The Woman Who Couldn’t Wake Up SUMMARY:  This course presents a complex case of progressive hypersomnia and neuropsychiatric decline initially misdiagnosed as a psychiatric disorder. Learners will explore the diagnostic process that led to the identification of paraneoplastic hypothalamic dysfunction, a rare syndrome in which an occult tumor triggers an autoimmune response against the brain’s sleep-wake regulatory centers. The course highlights the importance of recognizing red flags in psychiatric presentations, interpreting subtle laboratory abnormalities, and advocating for comprehensive neurologic and oncologic evaluation. Nurses will gain tools to differentiate psychiatric illness from neurologic and metabolic mimics.   --- Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click here Already an Elite Member? Login here Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare View this podcast course on Elite Learning Series: Medical Mysteries CE Podcast Bundle

    56 min
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Listen, Learn, and Earn CE Hours with Elite Learning.  Elite Learning is among the first to bring you nursing podcasts that are part of an accredited continuing education activity. With real-world examples, interviews with subject matter experts, practical insights, and the opportunity to earn nursing CE hours- we’re taking learning to the next level. Subscribe and never miss a chance to listen, learn, and earn nursing CE. Learn more at elitelearning.com/podcast

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  • Creator
    Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
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