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In this episode, John Maye, PhD, CRNA, CAPT (Ret) USN, discusses chronic pain management, learning from former students, and teaching patient advocacy. 

Dr. John Maye is a Professor and Director of Pain Concentrations at The University of South Florida in Tampa. His responsibilities include serving as the Program Director for the Advanced Pain Management Fellowship. This program provides experienced CRNAs with training and evidence-based knowledge for the practice of advanced pain management. Dr. Maye retired from the United States Navy in 2015 after earning the rank of Captain. He is a 1992 graduate of the University of Kansas Nurse Anesthesia Program and earned his PhD in nursing from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2000.   

Dr. Maye has published more than 35 peer-reviewed articles. He has received numerous awards for his research and academic achievements. He was recently selected as a Fellow by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology. 

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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Janice Adams, DNP, MPA, RN, joins Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, for a conversation about the importance of workforce data, retiring multiple times, and looking at the big picture. 

Dr. Adams earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from American Sentinel University in Aurora, CO. She earned her Master of Public Administration from Troy State University, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University in Virginia, and her diploma in nursing from Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA.  

Dr. Adams is the immediate past Associate Dean and Director of the Murphy Deming School of Nursing at Mary Baldwin University in Staunton, VA. She has lived in Tampa since 2004 following a successful career serving in the U.S. Navy for 28 years. Her nursing career spans over 45 years. Nursing specialties include nursing education, critical care nursing, and otorhinolaryngology nursing.  

Dr. Adams is the Immediate Past President of the Florida Nurses Association. She is the current Director of the Nursing Action Coalition of Florida.  

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The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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Sherry Hoback, MBA, BSN, RN, discusses community health, the value of wearing your heart on your sleeve, and the importance of accommodations. 

Sherry Hoback leads Tampa Family Health Centers, Inc. (TFHC) — one of Florida’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers — serving over 140,000 patients across 14 locations.  

Propelled by her vision, TFHC launched the Tampa Family Education Institute, the Tampa Family Infusion Center, and residency programs in family medicine, dentistry, and pediatrics, including one of only two community-based pediatric residencies in the nation. She championed the Go For More Weight Loss Program and expanded TFHC’s mobile health fleet-bringing medical, dental, and behavioral health services directly into neighborhoods, schools, and high-need areas. 

Sherry serves on the boards of HCN, Inc., HCN Florida as treasurer and finance committee chair, Health Choice Care ACO, and FACHC. Her impact has earned honors from Forbes, Fortune, and Entrepreneur and the 2019 Businesswoman of the Year by Tampa Bay Business Journal, 2022 Top 100 Businesswomen in Florida, the 2024 Advocates for Community Health Changemaker Award, the 2025 Women Who Win Award in Health & Wellness from Tampa Bay Business & Wealth Magazine and a prestigious Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Award. 

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Tampa Family Health Centers 

Health Choice Network 

Florida Association of Community Health Centers 

Nurses on Boards Coalition 

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The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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In this episode, Mamie Williams, PhD, MPH, MSN, APRN, discusses taking nursing stories out into the community, advocating for change, and expanding the nursing workforce pipeline. 

Dr. Mamie Williams is a nationally recognized nursing leader and transformational advocate for workforce development, health equity, and professional well-being. She currently serves as Co-Director of the Vanderbilt School of Nursing Academy for Cultural Pioneering Aspiring and Emerging Nurse Leaders, which she co-founded to cultivate inclusive and mission-driven nursing professionals committed to cultural transformation. 

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Nurses Middle College 

Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation 

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The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, talks with Kim Cartwright, LPN, WCC, FADLN, about her lengthy tenure as a licensed practical nurse, the challenges of home care, and knowing when it's time to leave a job.

With over three decades of dedicated service as a licensed practical nurse (LPN), Kim Cartwright has consistently championed excellence and equity in healthcare. With extensive experience across diverse settings, Kim’s visionary leadership made history when she and several of her colleagues established the Black Nurses of Southern Maryland (BNSMD) in 2012, becoming the first LPN to organize and serve as President of a local chapter within the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA). Her advocacy for LPNs continues through her previous role as the LPN Representative on the NBNA Board of Directors, serving two terms and as a Lifetime Member. She is currently the co-chair of the LPN Council, an ad hoc committee within NBNA.

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Black Nurses of Southern Maryland

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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This episode features Cam Felismino, PhD, RN, discussing how to establish a culture of accountability, generating new knowledge, and grabbing opportunities when they come. 

Dr. Cam Felismino is an accomplished nursing leader with over 20 years of experience in academic leadership, student success, and clinical education. Currently serving as the Dean of Nursing at Arizona College of Nursing in Tampa, Dr. Felismino has led transformative initiatives that improved NCLEX pass rates from 36% to 94.74% and significantly boosted colleague engagement and student retention. She holds a PhD in Nursing Education, an MSN with a concentration in Public Health from Xavier University, and a BSN from San Juan de Dios College in the Philippines.  

Dr. Felismino is a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Circle of Excellence in Nursing Education and the Arizona College of Nursing Peak Performer Award. She remains active in professional organizations such as the Philippine Nurses Association of America and the National League for Nursing, and has presented at national conferences on nursing innovation and diversity in education.  

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Florida Center for Nursing 

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Philippine Nurses Association of America 

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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In this episode, Danni Viera, BSN, RN, CWCN, discusses the challenges she encountered during her transition from expert clinician to nursing faculty. 

Danni Viera is a board member of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses Central Florida Chapter and nurse of eight years. Danni has had diverse nursing experiences that include hospice, spinal cord injury, med-surg, wound care, ICU, mental health, and adjunct clinical instructor. She is passionate about health equity, climate justice, ethics in health care and health care worker’s rights. When she is not working or engaging in advocacy work with NAHN Central Florida, she enjoys long walks with her dog and spending time by the water. 

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National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) Central Florida Chapter 

Florida Center for Nursing 

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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This episode features Dr. Devine discussing her work as a Sexual Assault Nurse Educator (SANE), the role faith has played in her nursing journey, and shaping the future of nursing. 

Dr. Debbie T. Devine is a distinguished nurse leader, educator, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with extensive experience in clinical care, higher education, forensic nursing, and public health. She earned her PhD in Nursing from the University of South Florida and has held academic positions at various institutions, where she has taught at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Her work is dedicated to advancing evidence-based practice, innovating curricula, and mentoring students. As a subject matter expert, she has contributed to integrating national nursing competencies into academic programs and continues to shape the future of nursing education through thoughtful instructional design and leadership. 

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Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Information 

The Experience-Complexity Gap 

Florida Center for Nursing 

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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Listen as Shannon Shanks, DNP, APRN, NRP, talks about caring for the community through mobile-integrated health care, meeting patients where they are, and more.

Dr. Shannon Shanks is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and the medical supervisor for the Manatee County Emergency Services Community Health Program. She brings over 26 years of health care experience, including roles in prehospital emergency care as a paramedic, Level I and II trauma centers, community emergency medicine, primary care, and health care education.

Dr. Shanks earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner from Herzing University in Madison, Wisconsin, and completed her undergraduate studies at Mercy College of Ohio.

For the past two years, Dr. Shanks has led the medical team at Community Health, a mobile integrated health care program serving Manatee County. Her work focuses on street medicine, addiction medicine, and providing comprehensive care to underserved populations.

Under her leadership, the Community Health team has received notable recognition, including the 2023 18th Congressional District Fire Rescue/EMS Award for community service, and the 2024 Florida Department of Health’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program of the Year award.

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Florida Center for Nursing

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.

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This episode features Mati Vizcaino, RN, discussing her transition from pediatric nursing to become a bone marrow transplant nurse coordinator, the opportunities as a bilingual nurse, and the possibilities of nursing.

Mati Vizcaino is an RN Coordinator for the Transplant Medical Services at NMDP. She graduated from Saint Petersburg College of Nursing in 1988 and worked as a pediatric nurse most of her career at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. She was a PACU nurse for 10 years. She transitioned to become a Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse Coordinator, a position she held for 22 years. 

In 2022, Mati began working for the NMDP, a national and international bone marrow/stem cell donor registry. NMDP is an organization driven by a commitment to save lives through cell therapy. She is a Spanish Medical Interpreter and was honored to receive the DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses in 2019.

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The Florida Center for Nursing

The Florida Center for Nursing is established to research and address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse 

The vision of the Florida Center for Nursing is to ensure that the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Florida are met by a competent and sufficient nursing workforce.

The Florida Center for Nursing is proudly headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing.