Nurse Converse, presented by Nurse.org

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Welcome to Nurse Converse, a collaborative podcast, presented by Nurse.org. Picture this: In each episode, we bring you a fresh perspective with a rotating lineup of incredible nurse hosts from various backgrounds, specialties, and experiences. From seasoned nurse veterans to passionate newcomers, our hosts share the spotlight. What makes this podcast truly unique is that all of our hosts were selected by the nursing community.💜 Help more nurses find this amazing podcast by subscribing, leaving a 5-star rating and a positive review of Nurse Converse!Learn more about Nurse Converse here: https://nurse.org/articles/nurse-podcast/

  1. From Bedside to City Hall: How One Oncology Nurse Became Mayor of Plymouth, Michigan (With Linda Filipczak and Jana Price)

    2D AGO

    From Bedside to City Hall: How One Oncology Nurse Became Mayor of Plymouth, Michigan (With Linda Filipczak and Jana Price)

    In this episode of Nurse Converse, Linda Filipczak shares how over 40 years in nursing shaped her approach to leadership in Plymouth, Michigan. From bedside care to city hall, she explains how skills like listening, crisis management, and relationship-based care translate directly into serving a community. This conversation challenges what leadership looks like and why nurses are uniquely equipped to step into it. Because whether it’s one patient or an entire city, it all comes down to people. >>From Bedside to City Hall: How One Oncology Nurse Became Mayor of Plymouth, Michigan Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:02:16] Early calling to nursing at age four [00:02:51] Father’s cancer diagnosis shapes oncology focus [00:04:43] First nursing job on post‑op unit in Detroit [00:06:17] Becoming a mentor and preceptor on the floor [00:07:03] Moving into recruitment and executive leadership [00:09:20] National oncology committees and presenting to leaders [00:11:29] Recruited onto local Historic District Committee [00:12:59] Running for city commission and path to mayor [00:14:30] Applying nursing skills to nonpartisan city leadership [00:18:34] Balancing full‑time cancer center role with being mayor Connect with Jana on LinkedIn and social media:  Instagram: @gentlyusedrn For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    33 min
  2. How New Federal Loan Limits Could Reshape the Future of Nursing (With ANA President Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy and Jana Price)

    APR 1

    How New Federal Loan Limits Could Reshape the Future of Nursing (With ANA President Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy and Jana Price)

    Proposed federal student loan caps could significantly impact the future of nursing. In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Jana Price speaks with ANA President Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy about what these changes mean for nurses, education access, and patient care. They break down how loan limits could restrict access to advanced nursing degrees, worsen workforce shortages, and disproportionately affect underserved communities. Dr. Mensik Kennedy also shares how the ANA is advocating for nurses and what actions listeners can take. If you’re a nurse—or rely on one—this conversation highlights what’s at stake and why it matters. >>How New Federal Loan Limits Could Reshape the Future of Nursing Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:01:23] Federal loan limits on graduate nursing degrees [00:03:02] ANA calls loan‑limit logic flawed [00:04:47] HR1, RISE committee, and changing loan definitions [00:07:04] ANA’s first advocacy steps and coalition letter [00:10:28] What happens to nursing if rule takes effect [00:13:31] Why private loans don’t solve the problem [00:18:02] Funding gaps: Title VIII and nursing vs physician support [00:21:35] Evidence on APRN care quality and independence [00:26:20] How to get involved: RNAction.org and ICAN Act Connect with Jana on LinkedIn and social media:  Instagram: @gentlyusedrn For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    37 min
  3. These Nurses Built the “Facebook Marketplace” for Healthcare Gigs (With Jana Price, Jaclyn Passante, Katherine Brennan and Amanda Ciardiello)

    MAR 3

    These Nurses Built the “Facebook Marketplace” for Healthcare Gigs (With Jana Price, Jaclyn Passante, Katherine Brennan and Amanda Ciardiello)

    Nurse burnout is real, and “just pick up overtime” is not a personality trait. In this episode of Nurse Converse, Jana Price sits down with Jaclyn Passante, Katherine Brennan, and Amanda Ciardiello, the team behind Nurse Connect: a marketplace that helps nurses (and CNAs/HHAs/LPNs/NPs) find flexible, paid care gigs directly with patients. Think Facebook Marketplace meets TaskRabbit, but built for healthcare and packed with safety features like license verification and secure messaging. Currently live in New York and Florida, Nurse Connect lets clinicians set their own rates, choose their own jobs, and keep 100% of what they earn. Nurses calling the shots? Wild concept. >>These Nurses Built the “Facebook Marketplace” for Healthcare Gigs Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:01:20] Jackie’s story and idea for “TaskRabbit for nursing” [00:03:27] Partnering with Kat and Amanda to build Nurse Connect [00:05:47] Amanda’s first reaction and using her ops background [00:07:05] Kat’s side‑gig goals and family struggle finding care [00:09:35] Jana explains Nurse Connect as a marketplace for nurses [00:11:18] How patients find nurses on the platform [00:13:35] Who can join (HHA, CNA, LPN, RN, NP) and pricing [00:16:10] Scope of practice questions and working within your license [00:18:26] Licensure checks, insurance links, and safety support [00:25:09] Expansion plans and Nurse Connect ambassador program Connect with Jana on LinkedIn and social media:  Instagram: @gentlyusedrnKeep Updated With Nurse Connect:  Instagram: @nurseconnect_ Facebook: Nurse ConnectWebsite: www.nurseconnectnow.com/For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    31 min
  4. Millions Laugh at Her Videos—But Her Real Work Happens at the Bedside (With Jana Price and Courtnee Stagner)

    FEB 24

    Millions Laugh at Her Videos—But Her Real Work Happens at the Bedside (With Jana Price and Courtnee Stagner)

    In this episode of Nurse Converse, Jana Price welcomes palliative care nurse practitioner Courtnee Stagner, the viral nurse who makes millions laugh online while doing some of the most sacred work in healthcare. Beneath the humor is a clinician guiding families through life’s hardest decisions. Courtnee shares her unexpected path from ICU to hospice, unpacks the truth about morphine at the end of life, and tackles the cultural, spiritual, and ethical tensions nurses face around death. With candor and compassion, she reminds us that palliative care isn’t about giving up. It’s about living well until the very end and advocating fiercely for what matters most. >>Millions Laugh at Her Videos—But Her Real Work Happens at the Bedside Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:01:07] Introducing Courtnee and her story [00:01:32] Courtnee’s role as a palliative care NP [00:02:13] From critical care ICU to hospice and palliative [00:04:27] Seeing patients as people, not numbers [00:06:03] Patient story: going home to see his dog [00:08:32] How to become a palliative care nurse/NP [00:10:02] Shortage of palliative specialists and services [00:13:49] Talking about morphine at end of life [00:17:34] Helping families cope with grief and “fighting” [00:20:30] Why advanced directives and early talks matter [00:23:59] Honoring cultural and religious needs after death [00:26:51] Using personal faith in end-of-life care [00:31:19] Advice for burnt-out nurses and setting boundaries Connect with Jana on LinkedIn and social media:  Instagram: @gentlyusedrnConnect with Courtnee on social media:  Instagram: @CourtneeStagnerTikTok: @CourtneeStagner12For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    33 min
  5. 911 Calls From Psych Nurses During Violent Youth Riot Released (With Jana Price)

    FEB 17

    911 Calls From Psych Nurses During Violent Youth Riot Released (With Jana Price)

    Disclaimer: Names and identifying details have been withheld to protect the nurse involved. In this gripping episode of Nurse Converse, an anonymous psychiatric nurse shares firsthand details from two violent riots inside an Arizona adolescent behavioral health facility. After repeated warnings about unsafe staffing and high acuity went unaddressed, nurses were left managing 26 teens with minimal support. When the situation escalated, 911 was called and police deployed pepper balls on the unit, affecting patients and staff alike. Our guest joins host Jana Price and describes the chaos, the trauma experienced by vulnerable adolescents, and the moral distress nurses carry long after the shift ends. We also explore regulatory oversight, administrative response, and the very real fear of retaliation that keeps many nurses silent. This episode is a sobering look at patient safety, staffing, and the courage it takes to speak up. >>911 Calls From Psych Nurses During Violent Youth Riot Released Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:01:43] Arizona adolescent psych facility riots summary [00:03:27] Why the nurse ultimately called 911 [00:05:11] Breaking point: staff assaulted during Code Grays [00:05:57] Unsafe staffing ratios on riot night [00:07:51] What safe restraint response should look like [00:09:02] Police arrival and use of pepper balls [00:10:20] Pepper exposure and chaos on the unit [00:13:21] Added trauma for already vulnerable adolescents [00:17:22] Acuity tool changes and hidden staffing data [00:22:05] State survey findings: major safety deficiencies [00:24:05] Management direction on riot wording and 911 calls [00:28:50] Fear of retaliation and need for anonymity Connect with Jana on LinkedIn and social media:  Instagram: @gentlyusedrn For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    33 min
  6. Nurses Helping Nurses: Inside a Healing Outreach After the Hurricane (With Melanie Van Sistine, Courtney Kindrew and Tara Kosmas)

    FEB 3

    Nurses Helping Nurses: Inside a Healing Outreach After the Hurricane (With Melanie Van Sistine, Courtney Kindrew and Tara Kosmas)

    In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Melanie Van Sistine is joined by nurse leaders Courtney, founder of Rekindled Nurse, and Tara, founder of Debriefing the Front Lines. Together, they reflect on a nurse-led relief outreach trip to Asheville, North Carolina, organized nearly a year after devastating hurricanes impacted the community. The conversation explores how nurses showed up for local healthcare workers through intentional community care, emotional debriefing, and peer support when headlines had faded. Courtney and Tara share their personal journeys into nonprofit leadership, the importance of processing trauma, and why nurses are uniquely positioned to lead healing efforts beyond the bedside. This episode is a powerful reminder that meaningful impact does not require perfection, only heart, and that alone is no longer enough. >>Nurses Helping Nurses: Inside a Healing Outreach After the Hurricane Jump Ahead to Listen:  [2:18] Courtney’s nursing background [4:32] How Rekindled Nurse supports nurses [7:02] Tara’s path to nursing and trauma work [8:58] Launching Debriefing the Front Lines [10:22] Why debriefing matters after crisis [11:53] Intention behind the Asheville trip [12:57] Hurricanes that sparked the first outreach [14:23] From Florida outreach to Asheville [16:45] What the community was still carrying [18:11] Nurses forming a team in the house [20:23] The courage it takes to receive help [21:40] Simple ways to support these nonprofits [23:24] “I don’t have enough to give” [24:55] Small gestures and caring for yourself Connect with Melanie on social media: Instagram: @mels.crafty.corner TikTok: @mels.crafty.corner Shop Mel's Crafty Corner! For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    29 min
  7. Big Announcement: Love n' Leary Nursing Podcast Joins the Nurse.org Podcast Network

    JAN 27 ·  BONUS

    Big Announcement: Love n' Leary Nursing Podcast Joins the Nurse.org Podcast Network

    In this episode of the Love n’ Leary Nursing Podcast, Marion Leary and Rebecca Love announce the podcast’s new partnership with Nurse.org and reflect on how this milestone represents the power of saying yes to opportunity. They revisit the early conversations that sparked the show, including imposter syndrome and career uncertainty, and connect those experiences to the broader responsibility of nurse leadership. The discussion explores advocacy, the importance of nurses using their voices with confidence, and how storytelling, policy engagement, and diverse communication platforms can expand nursing influence. Together, Marion and Rebecca emphasize how nurses can shape public narratives, strengthen the profession, and drive meaningful change across healthcare.  >>Love n' Leary Nursing Podcast Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn Connect with Marion on social media: Instagram: @marionleary TikTok: @marionleary Facebook: Marion Leary For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

    14 min
  8. Emory University: Invention—How to Pitch, Patent, and Prosper as a Nurse Entrepreneur (With Jeri Ford, Dr. Rasheeta Chandler and Dr. Monique Bouvier)

    JAN 6 ·  BONUS

    Emory University: Invention—How to Pitch, Patent, and Prosper as a Nurse Entrepreneur (With Jeri Ford, Dr. Rasheeta Chandler and Dr. Monique Bouvier)

    Nurse inventors, this one’s for you. 💡 In this special Emory University series episode of Nurse Converse, host Jeri Ford, RN sits down with Dr. Rasheeta Chandler and Dr. Monique Bouvier from Emory University to talk about something nurses are already doing every day—but rarely get credit (or compensation) for: invention and innovation. Less than 1% of healthcare patents are attributed to nurses, even though we’re the ones hacking together workarounds, spotting safety gaps, and fixing broken systems at the bedside. In this conversation, Jeri, Rasheeta, and Monique break down how to turn those everyday ideas into protected, funded, and scalable innovations—without losing your intellectual property along the way. They cover: Where to start when you have an idea (and no business background)Free and low-cost resources like the SBA, SCORE, Coursera, and local Chambers of CommerceWhy you must understand your institution’s IP rules before you build anythingPitching 101: how to tell the story of your solution, not just rattle off statisticsFunding options—from grants and pitch competitions to incubators and private supportEssential protections like NDAs, trademarks, and choosing LLC vs. S-Corp/C-CorpNetworking, time management, and staying resilient when you hear “no”If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should really invent a better way to do this,” this episode is your sign: that someone is you. >>Invention—How to Pitch, Patent, and Prosper as a Nurse Entrepreneur Jump Ahead to Listen:  [00:01:30] Nurses as healthcare innovators.  [00:04:40] Beginning the entrepreneurial journey.  [00:09:17] Exploring mentorship and business support.  [00:12:11] Understanding intellectual property in healthcare.  [00:18:41] How innovation fits within clinical environments.  [00:21:42] Tips for crafting an effective pitch.  [00:25:43] Storytelling and navigating pitch competitions.  [00:29:31] Women advancing in entrepreneurship.  [00:34:31] Building confidence in nursing leadership roles.  [00:36:54] Funding pathways for healthcare innovators.  [00:40:03] Startup financing and early-stage support.  [00:45:12] Recognizing and elevating nurses’ inventive ideas.  [00:51:59] Safeguarding the value of your intellectual property.  [00:53:08] Monetizing study tools and nursing school notes.  [00:56:14] Comparing LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp structures.  [01:02:16] The power of networking and professional connections.  [01:05:55] Leveraging Facebook groups for business growth.  [01:09:41] Affordable legal help for new entrepreneurs.  [01:12:27] Gaining visibility through conferences and events.  [01:15:54] “Keep your receipts”: Documenting everything.  [01:21:12] Why entrepreneurship belongs in nursing education.  [01:24:46] Building foundational business knowledge.  [01:29:02] Pursuing your ideas with courage and clarity.  For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcast Join our newsletter at nurse.org/join Instagram: @nurse_org TikTok: @nurse.org Facebook: @nurse.org YouTube: Nurse.org

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Welcome to Nurse Converse, a collaborative podcast, presented by Nurse.org. Picture this: In each episode, we bring you a fresh perspective with a rotating lineup of incredible nurse hosts from various backgrounds, specialties, and experiences. From seasoned nurse veterans to passionate newcomers, our hosts share the spotlight. What makes this podcast truly unique is that all of our hosts were selected by the nursing community.💜 Help more nurses find this amazing podcast by subscribing, leaving a 5-star rating and a positive review of Nurse Converse!Learn more about Nurse Converse here: https://nurse.org/articles/nurse-podcast/

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