The Smart Care Team Spotlight Molly McCarthy

Learning and advocating for patients is essential for nurses to succeed in the changing healthcare landscape. 
In this episode, Becky Fox, Chief Clinical Information Officer at Intermountain Health, discusses how nurses can use AI to improve patient care, streamline tasks, and make better decisions. Becky shares her experiences from various roles, highlighting the importance of learning and innovation in healthcare. She underscores the need for collaboration between healthcare systems and tech companies to drive transformation. Intermountain Health, Becky explains, encourages frontline caregivers to share ideas for improvement, fostering a culture of innovation. 
Tune in and learn how AI is reshaping the future of nursing and how nurses can leverage technology to enhance patient care!

Family-centered care plays a pivotal role in ensuring positive outcomes for pediatric patients.
In this episode, Dr. Jane Mericle, Executive Vice President at Nemours Children's Health, shares insights into pediatric care's unique challenges and innovations. Jane emphasizes the importance of understanding children's needs at various developmental stages, family-centered care, and prevention strategies. She discusses the significance of technology in pediatric healthcare, highlighting Nemours' pioneering initiatives like virtual nursing care and interactive monitoring systems. Jane also delves into the evolution of nursing practices, from manual procedures to smart technologies like virtual nursing, which alleviate caregiver burden and enhance patient safety. 

Tune in and learn how innovative technologies and collaborative approaches are revolutionizing pediatric healthcare to ensure better outcomes for children and families!

Nurses play a critical role in patient care, and respecting nursing protocols improves patient safety.
In this episode, Leah Binder discusses the crucial role of transparency and quality in healthcare and explores the potential of AI in healthcare while cautioning against overreliance and emphasizing the importance of human oversight.
Tune in and learn how transparency, quality improvement, and patient engagement are shaping the future of healthcare!

The advent of virtual nursing can revolutionize patient care by easing nurses' workloads, facilitating administrative tasks, and managing complex patient cases with high acuity levels.
In this episode, Amy McCarthy, Director of Nursing, Women, Infants & Oncology at Texas Health Resources, explores the evolving role of nurses beyond the bedside and into diverse sectors such as technology and government. Amy and Molly delve into the transformative potential of technology in nursing and patient care, discussing the concept of virtual nursing and its ability to reduce administrative burdens and support complex cases. 
Don't miss this compelling dialogue that promises to inspire and empower our listeners. Stay tuned!

Nurses' active involvement in identifying issues and implementing solutions is crucial for developing technology that genuinely improves patient care.
In this episode, Dan Weberg delves into the role of virtual nurses in healthcare and why it's crucial to involve healthcare professionals in the design and implementation of new technologies. Dan and Molly discuss the vital contribution of nurses in problem discovery, solution design, and ensuring a smooth deployment of new systems. Dan emphasizes using machine-generated insights and technology integration to support clinical care teams, particularly in rural settings.
Join and delve into these transformative topics with Dan Weberg. Sit back, and let’s reimagine the future of nursing together!

Collaborative leadership and patient-centric solutions are reshaping the landscape of patient safety!
In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Barbara Pelletreau discusses the implementation of patient safety initiatives, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based practices. She highlights the direct correlation between a hospital's financial outcomes and high-quality care, underscoring the transformative potential of technology in healthcare.
Tune in to uncover the secrets to transforming patient safety, leadership, and innovation in the healthcare landscape!