Nurse Rosa's INsights

Rosa Hart

Rosa Hart interviews healthcare stakeholders to find out what needs they see in their specialty and learn about their proposed methods to meet them. Anyone can complain, but this podcast is for possibility thinkers who are ready to create solutions. read less
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Episodes

Ep06 Enhancing Access to Care with Corenza Townsend
Sep 25 2024
Ep06 Enhancing Access to Care with Corenza Townsend
In this episode, Rosa interviews Corenza Townsend, a healthcare leader from Louisville, Kentucky, about improving access to care. Corenza shares her journey from starting as a pre-med student to becoming a nurse and the impact of her personal experiences as a caregiver. They discuss the importance of access to resources, the need for education and advocacy in healthcare, and the role of curiosity and questioning in improving patient care. Corenza also emphasizes the significance of community surveys and the value of humanizing healthcare metrics. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of empathy, communication, and continuous learning in healthcare. "Two things can be true. You can do good healthcare and you can make money." Connect with Nurse Corenza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corenzatownsend/ Connect with Nurse Rosa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/ Learn more about Power Up Nursing: https://www.powerupnursing.com/ 01:12 Corenza's Experience in Healthcare and Passion for Access to Care 03:18 Barriers to Access and the Importance of Advocacy 05:16 Financial Barriers and the Need for Knowledgeable Guidance 06:50 Improving Access to Care: Strategies and Mindset 10:05 Fostering Curiosity and Questioning Attitude in Healthcare 13:06 The Power of Legacy and Making a Difference 14:14 Utilizing Resources Strategically in Healthcare 16:23 Effective Community Surveys and Inclusivity 19:23 Addressing Rural Healthcare Challenges 21:11 Education in Healthcare: Reading the Room and Humanizing Metrics 23:30 The Importance of Culture and Mentorship in Healthcare 25:16 The Value of Empathy and Communication in Healthcare
Ep05 The Business of Nursing - Interview with Dr. Lendra James
Sep 18 2024
Ep05 The Business of Nursing - Interview with Dr. Lendra James
Dr. Lendra James, host of Nurses with Voices, shares her journey from being a nurse to becoming an entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of business education for nurses and offers support and guidance to nurses looking to start their own consulting businesses. Dr. James also discusses the need for nurses to prioritize their own well-being and advocates for fair compensation and better retirement plans for nurses. She highlights the importance of financial literacy and offers resources to help nurses build generational wealth. Dr. James plans to continue hosting health and wealth expos to educate and empower nurses. "Nurses need to feed their young. Let's duplicate this and disciple them into another healthy lifestyle that they can lead." Connect with Dr. Lendra: https://healthandwealthsummit2024.com/all-access-pass Connect with Nurse Rosa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/ takeaways Nurses should be empowered with business education to explore entrepreneurship and consulting opportunities. Prioritizing wellness and self-care is crucial to prevent burnout and promote a thriving nursing community. Nurses deserve fair compensation and better retirement plans to ensure financial stability and retirement security. Financial literacy is essential for nurses to make informed decisions about their finances and build generational wealth. Chapters 03:16 Empowerment and Wellness in the Nursing Community 08:02 Compensation and Financial Literacy for Nurses 11:08 Using a Grant to Make Healthcare Better 15:31 Addressing Disparities in Nurse Compensation 19:49 Creating a Nursing Retirement Fund 22:12 The Health and Wealth Expo 25:35 DL James Consulting: Empowering Nurses
Ep04: Advocating for Nurses - Interview with "Citizen Nurse" Gilanie De Castro
Sep 11 2024
Ep04: Advocating for Nurses - Interview with "Citizen Nurse" Gilanie De Castro
In this conversation, Nurse Gilanie shares her background as an oncology nurse and her journey into advocacy and healthcare policy. She discusses her realization during the pandemic that the nursing profession lacked the necessary resources and support, which led her to become @citizennurse on social media and use her platform to advocate for change. "I thought if I could do something so that if there is a pandemic or something of the scale that happens in the future, the nursing profession will not have to go through what we went through again."Gilanie explains how she uses social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn to engage and educate nurses about civics and healthcare policy. She also highlights the importance of nurses being involved in decision-making positions and reframing the narrative around the nursing profession. The conversation between Rosa and Gilanie focuses on the value of nursing and the need for recognition and fair compensation. They discuss the difficulty of quantifying the compassionate care that nurses provide and the importance of recognizing the impact they have on patients' lives. Gilanie shares her experience of receiving the 2024 American Nurses Association Advocacy Award and emphasizes the need for nurses to have a voice and influence in healthcare decision-making. Answering the Billion dollar question: Gilanie describes the idea of creating a nurse-led think tank to conduct research and education in health policy. The conversation highlights the power of nurses in advocating for quality healthcare and the importance of nurses being both authentic and professional in their roles. Follow her on social media @CitizenNurse or connect on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilaniedecastro/ Subscribe to the CitizenNurse podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitizenNurse_News_Network Connect with Rosa on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/ 03:08 The Need for Nurses in Decision-Making and Policy 11:23 Engaging Nurses in Advocacy through Social Media 15:19 Reframing the Narrative: Showcasing the Positive Aspects of Nursing 17:33 The Importance of Education on Civics and Healthcare Policy 20:36 Creating Intentional Social Media Content for Nursing Leaders 23:03 Recognizing the Invaluable Contributions of Nurses 23:39 The Challenge of Quantifying the Value of Nursing Care 25:38 Advocacy: Giving Nurses a Voice and Influence 27:39 Being Authentically Professional as a Nurse 29:15 Nurses in Politics and Advocacy 33:40 Creating a Nurse-Led Think Tank: Advancing Nursing and Healthcare
Ep03: Redefining Nursing Education with Melissa Mills
Aug 14 2024
Ep03: Redefining Nursing Education with Melissa Mills
In the latest episode of Nurse Rosa's INsights, host Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN interviews nurse leader Melissa Mills, BSN, RN, MHA gathering insightful accounts of her nursing journey, her innovative approach to curriculum writing, and her efforts in advocating for changes in nursing reimbursement.  Melissa shares her extensive 26-year nursing journey, reflecting on her experiences in pediatric and neonatal intensive care, home care, and hospice, where she discovered her passion for leadership. She reveals her transition into healthcare administration and how she found her love for curriculum writing over the past 7 years. Throughout the episode, Melissa gives a detailed overview of her work at Cinematic Health, where she incorporates movie-type cinematography in curriculum content to provide a realistic insight into the roles of CNAs, home health aides, and caregivers, aiming to address the high turnover rate in these entry-level positions. In a thought-provoking discussion, Melissa sheds light on her role as the fractional executive director for the commission for nurse reimbursement, highlighting the historical roots of nursing reimbursement and the need for policy changes to address the undervaluation of nursing services in healthcare reimbursement. One of the most striking insights from Melissa is her emphasis on the necessity of leadership education for all types of nursing roles. She states, "Even CNAs need to know how to be a leader," emphasizing the importance of developing practical leadership skills as an integral part of nursing education. As the episode unfolds, Melissa delves into actionable steps taken by the commission and her vision for effectively utilizing a $1,000,000,000 grant to strategically enhance nursing education and address fundamental issues within healthcare. Throughout the conversation, the episode provides a compelling view of Melissa's commitment to shaping the future of nursing education and healthcare reimbursement, making it an engaging and thought-provoking listen for all nursing professionals and healthcare advocates. Key Moments and Questions: (00:00:49) Melissa’s Nursing Journey: Melissa recounts her extensive 26-year nursing career, sharing her experiences in pediatric and neonatal intensive care, home care, and her passion for leadership. (00:05:35) Cinematic Health Education: A Dive into Innovative Curriculum Writing: How does cinematic storytelling enhance the learning experience for future CNAs and home health aides? See the work in action here: https://www.cinematichealtheducation.com/ (00:13:08) Advocating for Nursing Reimbursement Policy Change: What actionable steps is the commission taking to address the undervaluation of nursing services and push for policy changes in reimbursement? Join the movement at: https://commissionfornursereimbursement.com/ (00:18:01) The Role of Leadership in Nursing Education: Why does Melissa emphasize the need for leadership education in all nursing programs, including for CNAs and LPNs? (00:22:42) Utilizing a $1,000,000,000 Grant: How does Melissa envision strategically utilizing a substantial grant to revamp nursing education and address critical issues in healthcare? Follow Nurse Melissa Mills on LinkedIn for her thought leadership in the nursing field: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissalynnmills/ Connect with host Nurse Rosa Hart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/
Ep02: The Power of Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation with Jean Ross
Aug 2 2024
Ep02: The Power of Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation with Jean Ross
Welcome to episode 2 of Nurse Rosa's INsights where host Rosa Hart engages in an insightful conversation with Nurse Jean Ross, the co-founder of Primary Record. This episode serves as an illuminating spotlight on healthcare stakeholders who are using innovative platforms to revolutionize the delivery of healthcare for families. In this episode, Jean Ross expounds on her brainchild, Primary Record, a groundbreaking platform designed to streamline healthcare information for families. As a critical care nurse turned entrepreneur, Jean recognized the persistent struggles families face in managing and sharing health information, driving her to create a solution that fosters collaboration and simplification. The conversation unfolds with a spotlight on the challenges families encounter in fragmented healthcare landscapes and how Primary Record provides a solution by consolidating health information from disparate systems and empowering families to share and access vital data seamlessly. Access your Primary Record today at: https://www.primaryrecord.com/ Jean's quote, "You know when you give nurses a problem, they solve it," embodies the mission behind Primary Record - to empower nurses and families with an efficient, user-friendly tool that complements the invaluable role of healthcare providers. It emphasizes the pivotal significance of nurses as problem solvers and advocates. The discussion covers aspects of legislation such as the 21st Century Cures Act, information blocking, and the critical need for investment in nurse-led ideas. Jean's visionary proposal of directing a $1,000,000,000 grant to Beth Brooks at nursecapital.net reflects her commitment to fostering and advancing nurse entrepreneurship. Key themes in this stimulating episode include the urgent need for investment in nurse-led innovations, the impact of technology in simplifying healthcare for families, and the potential to transform healthcare through collaboration and nursing-led initiatives. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of healthcare innovation and the empowering role of nurses in reshaping the healthcare landscape. Connect with Nurse Jean Ross on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanrnurse/ Connect with Nurse Rosa Hart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/ Timestamped Questions: (00:01:23) What was the inspiration behind creating Primary Record? (00:03:43) How does Primary Record simplify healthcare information for families? (00:07:31) Can you elaborate on the role of legislation, such as the 21st Century Cures Act, in empowering families to access healthcare information? (00:16:59) How do you envision the $1,000,000,000 grant contributing to nurse-led innovations? Tune in to Nurse Rosa's INsights for a thought-provoking discussion on healthcare innovation, nurse-led entrepreneurship, and the transformative power of collaborative healthcare solutions.
Ep01: Navigating Media and Nursing with Dr. Rachel Malloy
Aug 2 2024
Ep01: Navigating Media and Nursing with Dr. Rachel Malloy
Welcome to episode 1 of Nurse Rosa's INsights where host Rosa Hart sits down with Dr. Rachel Malloy, a clinical application manager for a neurodiagnostic company, to discuss the importance of media training for nurses and the role of nurses in transforming healthcare. Dr. Rachel Malloy, DNP, RN, CNRN, SCRN, recently developed a media competency training program for neuroscience nurses, emphasizing the need for nurses to engage with the public effectively and avoid misinformation in the media. As she rightly highlights, "Nurses are being encouraged to utilize different forms of media to communicate healthcare stories and messages," stressing the urgency for nurses' media involvement. The episode addresses the lack of media training programs for nurses and the undervaluation of the nursing profession. Dr. Malloy delves into the potential impact of nurses in public health and politics, advocating for increased philanthropic funding for nursing education and healthcare transformation. For more information about Dr. Rachel Malloy's media training program or to contact her, visit: https://www.nursesinthemedia.com/ Register for the AANN Media Competency Training for the Neuroscience Nurse continuing education credit at: https://apps.aann.org/store/product-details?productId=898805030 Hear Dr. Malloy's answer to the billion dollar question: How would you use a $1,000,000,000 grant to transform healthcare and how nurses could utilize it to meet healthcare needs. Here are some key questions about the episode: (00:45): How does media training for nurses help in demystifying and making media more accessible? (05:20): How can nurses effectively repurpose reliable information onto social media for wider reach while maintaining trustworthiness? (12:15): What key points does Dr. Malloy emphasize regarding the role of nurses in public health and politics? (18:40): In what ways can nurses and healthcare organizations benefit from media training and developing relationships with journalists for effective communication? (23:10): What are the implications of the hypothetical scenario of receiving a $1,000,000,000 grant for transforming healthcare, as discussed in the episode? (28:30): How can nurses influence public perception of nursing through professional nursing associations and healthcare organizations with the help of media trained nurses? Dr. Malloy's episode encapsulates the crucial role of nursing in the media and healthcare transformation, providing insightful perspectives on the necessity of media training and the potential for nurses to advocate for change. If you want to delve deeper into how nurses can engage with the public and make a difference in healthcare, don't miss Nurse Rosa's Insights! Connect with Nurse Rosa Hart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/