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This episode features Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, in conversation with Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP. Dr. Bono-Neri discusses her work fighting human trafficking and her refusal to fail another victim. 

Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP is a pediatric nurse practitioner, academic nurse educator, trained sexual assault nurse examiner, researcher, published author, invited speaker, and nurse leader. She served as a Director-at-Large for the American Nurses Association for the State of New York, and as President for the Long Island Chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Bono-Neri is the recipient of the prestigious 2019 Jane Eleanor Knox N.E.F. National Scholarship. As a way of giving back, she has established a scholarship in perpetuity through N.E.F., The Francine Bono-Neri Scholarship, which will be awarded annually to a master’s or doctoral nursing student pursuing clinical expertise or scholarly work in the area of human trafficking and anti-trafficking measures. Dr. Bono-Neri was awarded a Nassau County Legislature Citation and was recognized at the United Nations, receiving the 2024 Inspiring Global Nurse Award and the 2024 International Ceca Award. She was selected to be inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) this upcoming Fall. Dr. Bono-Neri is the Co-founder and President of Nurses United Against Human Trafficking, P.A., a global professional association created for the sole purpose of combatting modern-day slavery by educating, equipping, and empowering healthcare professionals on human trafficking and anti-trafficking measures. 

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Featured guest Christine Vega-Perez, RN, MSN, CHC, talks with FCN Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, about starting small, learning from mistakes, and the importance of sleep. 

Christine Vega-Perez is a Decision Making & Accountability Life Coach. She is also an RN and has worked in the health care setting since 2007. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing in Healthcare Systems Management. Christine founded Life’s Risk Management in 2021, a life coaching service that provides one-on-one services to guide self-development and strategy implementation to improve overall wellness in life.  

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This episode features guest Terry Chase, ND, MA, RN, CEIP-ED, talking about finding nursing after a traumatic bike accident and making herself “bigger than the chair.” 

Dr. Terry Chase is a nationally recognized speaker, teacher, and author spanning careers in health care, higher education, and private practice. As a leader in nursing and health care, she has contributed value to educational programs as Patient and Family Education Coordinator at Craig Hospital, Denver Colorado, and most recently, as Associate Professor-Mental Health in the BSN program at Colorado Mesa University. She is the author of countless professional papers and the award-winning book, Spoke by Spoke: How a Broken Back and a Broken Bike Led to a WholeHearted Life. 

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Two military nurses join the discussion for this episode, Major Isis Rosario, BSN, RN, 66C, 66G, AN, and Captain Andrea Tosi, BSN, RN, CCRN, AN. The guests talk about the importance of mentorship and the differences and similarities between military and civilian nursing. 

Major Isis Rosario enlisted in the Army in 2007 as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Demonstrating a commitment to her professional development, Major Rosario pursued further education through the Army Enlisted Commissioning Program. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Wayland Baptist University and was subsequently commissioned as an Army officer.  Major Rosario began her nursing career as a Medical-Surgical nurse on a telemetry step-down unit, later specializing as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. After five years in Labor and Delivery, Major Rosario decided to further specialize by obtaining certification as a Behavioral Health Nurse. She has continued to excel in her military and nursing careers, taking on a leadership role as the Officer in Charge of an inpatient behavioral health unit at Fort Belvoir, VA. Major Rosario currently serves as the Nurse Counselor for the 6th Brigade station at Fort Hunger, Georgia.  

Captain Andrea Tosi earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a Minor in Military Science from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ, in 2016 and commissioned through ROTC in the Army Nurse Corps. She was activated during the COVID-19 pandemic to support Joint Task Force Civilian Support in Knoxville, TN at University of Tennessee Medical Center (Sep-Oct 2021) and Urban Augmentation Medical Task Force in Riverside, CA, at Riverside University Health System (Jan-Feb 2021). Captain Tosi maintains national certification for Critical Care Nurse through American Association of Critical Care Nurses. She is the Knowledge Management Officer for Female Mentoring and Morale Program through United States Army Cadet Command.   

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This episode features Renee Thompson, DNP, RN, FAAN, discussing her work addressing bullying and incivility in the health care industry, the importance of a healthy workplace culture for nurse retention, and the necessity of asking for help. 

Dr. Renee Thompson is the CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute and works with healthcare organizations to cultivate a professional workforce by addressing bullying and incivility. Renee has authored several books and is one of only 30 nurses worldwide who have achieved the prestigious certified speaking professional designation. In 2018, she was recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Ten Voices in Healthcare for her contribution to their global online healthcare community. In 2022 and 2023, she was identified as one of LinkedIn's top 5 Nurse Influencers.

Also, in 2022, Renee was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing for her work to eradicate disruptive behaviors in healthcare.

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Healthy Workforce Institute 

Coffee Break: Breaking the Cycle of Bullying in Healthcare, One Cup at a Time 

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less 

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In the second part of the conversation between Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, and Mary Anne Enns, DNP, RN, CNE, Dr. Enns talks about advancing the nursing workforce with the creation of her trailblazing LPN to RN pathway program. 

Dr. Enns is a nursing faculty member at Cape Coral Technical College and at Fort Myers Technical College, where she teaches the LPN to RN bridge program that she created. Her field experience spans more than 30 years in the United States and Canada, and she is nationally certified as a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE). Dr. Enns earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Post University and holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Viterbo University, and a Diploma in Nursing from St. Boniface General Hospital Diploma School of Nursing. She was appointed to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors by Governor DeSantis in 2023. 

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This episode features a follow-up interview with Daniela Diaz, BSN, RN. In 2021, Daniela was a guest on Season 1 of Frontline Nursing when she was a prelicensure BSN student. Now a registered nurse in Miami, FL, Daniela returns to share what it’s like to be a new nurse in the rapidly changing health care landscape.   

Daniela Diaz earned her BSN from the University of South Florida College of Nursing and is a registered nurse in a Cardiovascular surgical intensive care unit in Miami, Florida. 

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Has the Pandemic Impacted our Future Nurses? A Discussion with Daniela Diaz, Student Nurse – Frontline Nursing Season 1 Episode 11  

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In this episode, Mary Anne Enns, DNP, RN, CNE, discusses starting out with a Diploma in Nursing, returning to school after 25 years, and her current role training excellent practical nurses. 

Dr. Enns is a nursing faculty member at Cape Coral Technical College and at Fort Myers Technical College, where she teaches the LPN to RN bridge program that she created. Her field experience spans more than 30 years in the United States and Canada, and she is nationally certified as a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE). Dr. Enns earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Post University and holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Viterbo University, and a Diploma in Nursing from St. Boniface General Hospital Diploma School of Nursing. She was appointed to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors by Governor DeSantis in 2023.  

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This episode features Jennifer Bonamer, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, NPD-BC, discussing her work shifting the narrative for nurses from self-sacrifice to self-care. Dr. Bonamer also discusses the importance of responding, not reacting, and talks about her work on the American Nurses Association Enterprise Research Advisory Council.

Jen Bonamer works as a Nursing Professional Development – Research Specialist at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System in Sarasota, Florida. She leads the nursing research and evidence-based practice (EBP) programs and is actively focused on supporting healthy work environments and clinician well-being. Jen received her BSN from the University of Florida (Gainesville) and practiced for ten years in pediatrics (general practice and hematology/oncology/bone marrow transplant). She completed the University of South Florida’s (Tampa) Nursing BS to PhD program with her Master of Science degree (nursing education) and PhD (nursing). She is certified in both nursing professional development and advanced holistic nursing. Jen teaches an online EBP class for a local BSN program, is an active member in the American Nurses Association –Enterprise (ANAE) Research Council, and an independent contractor of peer review services for the Magnet program

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ANA Enterprise Research Advisory Council

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Where do men fit into nursing? In this episode, guest Oleg Frolov, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN, discusses his journey as a male nurse in the female-dominated profession of nursing. He also discusses his teaching philosophy and the connection between boxing and nursing. 

Oleg has over 20 years of experience in boxing, holding certifications from USA Boxing and Boxing Therapy (of Israel). With a decade as a coach and cornerman at amateur and professional levels (20 years total boxing experience), he emphasizes the USA Boxing curriculum to build a solid foundation for his fighters. Additionally, Oleg is an advanced nurse with a master’s degree in nursing education and 15 years of experience. He holds advanced certifications in Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) and Medical-Surgical Nursing (CMSRN). Combining his nursing expertise and boxing experience, Oleg brings a unique approach to Boxing Therapy, integrating fighting and therapeutic principles. He sees boxing as a sport that mirrors life’s rhythm and cycle.  

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Wise Warrior: Boxing for Mental Health 

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