Beyond the Bedside

By Rachel Miles and Diedre Bricker

A podcast highlighting incredible stories of ordinary nurses achieving extraordinary results within the Rocky Mountain Region (RMR) of AdventHealth... more

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The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Beyond the Bedside episodes:

October 20, 2025 Digital Innovation at the Bedside: Transforming Nursing Care with Technology
Hear how digital door signs, whiteboards, and AI-driven tools will improve patient care, streamline nursing workflows, and address privacy concerns, with practical updates on upcoming clinical protocols.
Featuring Val McKinnis, (MD, AdventHealth VP Innovation/CMIO Rocky Mountain Region) and Nancy Yates (MS RN, NI-BC, System VP Chief Nursing Informatics Officer).
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and Diedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided courtesy of Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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23min
September 22, 2025 Nursing Town Halls: Basecamp, Breakthroughs, and Beyond
Rachel Miles (MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nurse Executive) reviews nursing's impact so far in 2025 in the Rocky Mountain Region of AdventHealth. RMR nurses are driving excellence, breaking barriers in professional development, and leading the way in patient care. Tune in for the latest nursing achievements, innovative resources, and inspiring success stories from the Rocky Mountain region.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and Diedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided courtesy of Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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20min
August 31, 2025 Behavioral Health with Heart at AdventHealth Porter
From deeply personal approaches to patient care to thoughtful advocacy for transgender individuals, this episode reveals how the Behavioral Health team at AdventHealth Porter meets patients where they are—on their hardest days—with empathy, respect, and unwavering support.
Featuring Jennifer Hayes, (MSN, RN, PMGT-BC, Nurse Manager), Jesseca Leutbecher (Mental Health Worker), and John Kiekhaefer (Crisis Assessment Specialist) from AdventHealth Porter Behavioral Health team.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided courtesy of Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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15min
July 18, 2025 AdventHealth Littleton ANCC Magnet Designation
On this episode of Beyond the Bedside we celebrate AdventHealth Littleton’s remarkable journey to achieving ANCC Magnet redesignation—hear firsthand how their nursing excellence and collaborative spirit continue to set the standard for compassionate, high-quality care!
Featuring Kelley Kovar, (DNP, RN, NE-BC, Chief Nursing Officer) and Scott Barber (MSN, RN, NE-BC, Director of Nursing Services and Excellence Program) from AdventHealth Littleton.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided courtesy of Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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17min
July 08, 2025 AdventHealth Avista's Pathway to Excellence
Discover how AdventHealth Avista earned its prestigious redesignation as an ANCC Pathway to Excellence organization—an inspiring journey of nursing excellence and team dedication you won’t want to miss!
Featuring Nina Huffer, (MSN, RN, CNML, C-ONQS, NE-BC, Chief Nursing Officer) and Michael Darnell (MSN, RN, NPD-BC, Nursing Excellence Program Director) from AdventHealth Avista.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided courtesy of Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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15min
May 19, 2025 Beyond the Bedside: Publishing Qualitative Research
In this episode we learn from two nurses about their qualitative research project and how they got it published in the Journal of Clinical Nursing.
Mary Potter, (MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CCNS, CCRN), Clinical Resource Manager, AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region
Debra Culter (DNP, RN) Facility Educator, AdventHealth Avista
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and Diedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided by Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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17min
May 05, 2025 Beyond the Bedside: Passing Gas - Nitrous in the ED
In this episode we learn how two nurses implemented nitrous oxide to treat patient pain and anxiety in the emergency setting.
Billy Nolan, (RN), Clinical Nurse Coordinator, AdventHealth Southlands ED
Janet Caldwell (RN) Clinical Nurse, AdventHealth Southlands ED
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided by Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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17min
April 04, 2025 Beyond the Bedside: Reenergizing Nursing Leadership
In this episode we delve into the transformative experience of nurse leaders who participated in a rejuvenating Nursing Leadership Retreat in the Rocky Mountain Region of AdventHealth.
Mykelle Regacho, (BSN, RN), 3N Nurse Manager, AdventHealth Porter
Jennifer Jones (MSN, RN, CEN) Meridian Emergency, AdventHealth Parker
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided by Andy Monley and the High Horses.
Link to Marlo Derksen: Marlo Derksen, PhD | LinkedIn
Link to Energy Crisis Questionnaire: Microsoft Word - How's your energy.docx
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12min
March 14, 2025 Beyond the Bedside: Are You Headed for an Energy Crisis? With Marlo Derksen
In this episode we explore what it means to manage our energy to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.
Instead of our normal format, we have brought in a very special guest, Marlo Derksen (PhD), an executive coach to add some tools to our nursing excellence toolbox.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided by Andy Monley and the High Horses.
Link to Energy Crisis Worksheet: Hows-your-energy - Notes - ! Are You Headed for an Energy Crisis? Please check the statements below - Studocu
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18min
March 13, 2025 Beyond The Bedside: Mentoring Program at AdventHealth Littleton
In this episode we talk with three nurses from AdventHealth Littleton who have created mentor programs to support nurses transitioning to a new practice.
Chris Miller, (MSN, MS, RN) created a program to mentor new nurse leaders transitioning to the assistant nurse manager, nurse manager, or nurse director roles.
Brandi Rawlins (MSN, RN, CMSRN) and Michelle Pittman (BSN, RN, CMSRN) created a program to mentor nurses in the new graduate residency program.
Hosted by Rachel Miles (DNP, RN, NEA-BC) Chief Nurse Executive and DIedre Bricker (MSN, RN, NEA-BC) Regional Director for Nursing Excellence
A production of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region.
Music provided by Andy Monley and the High Horses.
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19min

FAQs about Beyond the Bedside:

How many episodes does Beyond the Bedside have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.