Connecting CS Podcast - From a nurse perspective

Christian Soriano
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Welcome to my Podcast! Uncut raw interviews of peoples' journey in the medical and business realm. Join me as I connect with people, as we talk real-life experiences on the daily challenges of life. My goal is to inspire and speak the truth of the different obstacles people face on a daily basis, I hope to give a different light to showcase personal and career barriers and how they manage to overcome these challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. From the Trenches: Danier’s Journey Through Emergency & Travel Nursing

    Feb 11

    From the Trenches: Danier’s Journey Through Emergency & Travel Nursing

    Welcome to the new year — and welcome back. It’s been a hectic month, and we’re starting this year with a story from the front lines.On this episode, I sit down with Danier — a nurse shaped by four years in the trenches of emergency, two years as a full-time travel nurse, and now working inside the high-stakes world of the cath lab.His journey didn’t start as an RN. Danier began as a Registered Practical Nurse, grinding, learning, and pushing forward until earning his place as a Registered Nurse here in Canada.We talk about the realities — the chaos, the pressure, the moments that stay with you long after the shift ends. The stories you don’t hear in textbooks. The truth about travel nursing when it’s not just a highlight reel.This isn’t polished. This isn’t scripted.This is Danier’s journey — raw, uncut, and straight from the front lines of emergency and travel nursing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 33m
  2. Bridging the gap in AI and healthcare

    12/26/2025

    Bridging the gap in AI and healthcare

    From humble beginnings as a Licensed Practical Nurse in British Columbia, Gagan’s journey in health care has been defined by growth, purpose, and impact. After moving to Ontario and becoming a Registered Nurse, she steadily built her career, discovering a passion for creating change beyond direct patient care and into leading teams at the intersection of health care and technology. Gagan became involved in bridging the gap between health care and AI, contributing to initiatives that integrate technology into clinical practice. Through years of continuing education in business and leadership, she leveraged her nursing experience to transition into her role as a Robotics Specialist / Project Manager. Driven by a deep commitment to supporting both patients and clinicians, Gagan’s passion for empowering others has shaped her into an AI Transformational leader. Tune in as we unpack her journey, explore the challenges of change, and discuss how her early desire to make a difference continues to drive her impact today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 30m
  3. The Code blue chaser, Medical device Rep, CPR instructor

    11/21/2025

    The Code blue chaser, Medical device Rep, CPR instructor

    From cardiac cath lab nurse to becoming a medical device rep, a nurse instructor and currently a CPR instructor and nurse anesthesia assistant (CCAA) — Christian’s journey is all about growth and impact. In this episode, we dive into how he’s making a difference in the nursing community through teaching and mentorship. He shares the ups and downs of his career, how he navigated change in healthcare, and the lessons he learned turning failures into success. Tune in — this one’s packed with insight and inspiration for anyone in (or thinking about) nursing. Email for business inquiries : cprwithchristian@gmail.com  IG Handle : @cpr_rnchris  Business Phone # +1 (365) 739-7CPR (277) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 38m
  4. Anesthesia Assistant

    10/24/2025

    Anesthesia Assistant

    Ever wondered what it’s like to work side by side with an anesthesia doctor?If you’ve been curious about exploring a different path in nursing—learning IVs, intubation, ventilation, and assisting in the OR—this episode’s for you.My guest this week is a Nurse Anesthesia Assistant. We chat about his journey as a new grad, how mentorship and support helped shape his career, and what it really takes to become an A.A. He shares what a typical day looks like, the hours, pay, schooling, and how he keeps a healthy work-life balance.We also deep dive into his time in the Acute Nurse Resource Team his transition to PACU, and how those experiences opened the door to anesthesia.Tune in to hear his story and get inspired by the different paths you can take in nursing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 56m
  5. Travel Nursing in Canada and USA

    09/27/2025

    Travel Nursing in Canada and USA

    Travel nursing, anyone? 🌎💉 I’m excited to welcome a special guest, Natalie, who just wrapped up contracts in Arizona and Texas. She’s one of many Canadian nurses bringing her talents and skills across the border. In this episode, Natalie shares her journey as an ICU travel nurse in the U.S. — from the step-by-step process of getting started, to the financial side, and everything she’s learned along the way. Tune in and join us for an inside look at what it’s really like to take your nursing career international. Instagram handle: @nataliedostic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 40m
  6. The Aesthetic Shift

    08/22/2025

    The Aesthetic Shift

    In this episode, Nurse Marco shares his professional journey and the path that led him to become an aesthetic nurse and nurse injector. From his beginnings as a Registered Practical Nurse to advancing his education as a Registered Nurse, his career has taken him through diverse roles—including working on the nursing resource team as a float nurse, in the operating room, in the emergency department, and as an agency nurse—before transitioning into aesthetic nursing full time. We discuss his experiences in nursing education, his perspective on the profession, and his transition into entrepreneurship. Nurse Marco offers insights into work–life balance, the realities of starting a business, and the sacrifices required to pursue professional goals. He also shares his passion for helping people build confidence through aesthetic nursing and what he values most about running his own practice. IG handle: @nurse.marco thebeautystandard.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  7. Float / Nursing Resource Team to Professional Practice and simulator coordinator

    02/11/2025

    Float / Nursing Resource Team to Professional Practice and simulator coordinator

    February 2025 already?! Here with Jessica Registered Nurse for eight years, shares her experience as a resource team/float nurse here in Toronto. She provides us with her experience as she worked through her masters degree to work now as a Professional Practice and Simulator Coordinator at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has a had a wide range of practice in acute care in the hospital and she tells us her story during COVID, how she battled through depression and what helped her with her mental health. Being away from the stress of those years and channeling her inner joy in dance she was able to thrive in the arts and her first love in dance. Join us as we talk about the importance of mental health, using physical activity and dance as way to battle depression and express yourself. We dive into how Jessica's Journey as an RN, fitness/dance instructor and Professional and Simulator Coordinator. Instagram handle : @distractedbydance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 36m
  8. Nurse Practitioner Pt. 3 of 3

    01/24/2025

    Nurse Practitioner Pt. 3 of 3

    Steph has been on the list of people I wanted to interview for quite some time. I finally got a chance to get her on the podcast. With 4 years of experience in the Neuro ICU, and 4 years as a nurse practitioner in Cardiac surgery, she has now transitioned into her role of a nurse manager. We discuss what inspired her to work as a healthcare worker and why she has moved forward through her career taking on different leadership roles. With her passion for helping and pushing boundaries, she wanted to make a difference systematically. Not only has she finished her master's degree as an NP but also recently finished her master's degree in health administration to make a difference within the healthcare system. In this final chapter of my 3 part series of interviewing nurse practitioners, we get into it with exactly Stephanie’s story. So turn up the volume, as we dial into her journey from a nurse's perspective.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 38m
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Welcome to my Podcast! Uncut raw interviews of peoples' journey in the medical and business realm. Join me as I connect with people, as we talk real-life experiences on the daily challenges of life. My goal is to inspire and speak the truth of the different obstacles people face on a daily basis, I hope to give a different light to showcase personal and career barriers and how they manage to overcome these challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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