Join us as we delve into the world of nurse-led innovation and discover how nurses are transforming healthcare through creativity and leadership. In this episode, Allie Hurt, MSN, RN, and Molly Kucera, MBAHC, RN, BSN, BS, CNAMB(E), CNOR, share their experiences and insights into the Nurse Innovators Program at the University of Iowa.

Hear about Molly's journey in creating the Hawkeye Hood Holder, a practical solution developed with the support of UI Ventures and Maker Health. Understand the role of leadership in fostering nurse-led innovation and the resources available for new graduate nurses to make a difference.

Tune in to learn about nurse-led solutions and how you can support these innovative efforts in your organization.

GUESTS:

Allie Hurt, MSN, RN
Nurse Innovator Liaison, UI Ventures | Office of Innovation
Staff Nurse-MICU, Intensive and Specialty Services Division | Department of Nursing

Through her role with the Nurse Innovators Program, Allie provides support to nurses at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, as well as across the state of Iowa. She assists nurses with identifying, developing, and nurturing innovative ideas from concept to prototype across the widely diverse field of nursing. Prior to joining UI Ventures, Allie spent six years as an inpatient nurse working on both the Burn ICU/Trauma Intermediate Unit, as well as the last four years in the Medical Intensive Care Unit. She also maintains membership in the STAR (Skin Team Advocate and Resource) shared governance committee. Allie received her ADN from Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA, and her BSN and MSN from Western Governors University.

Learn more about the Nurse Innovators Program

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Molly Kucera, MBAHC, RN, BSN, BS, CNAMB(E), CNOR

Associate Director, Ambulatory Surgery Center, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

With over two decades of experience in nursing and healthcare management, Molly has a proven track record in peri-operative management, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives. She holds a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of Iowa. Molly is actively involved in various professional organizations and committees, including the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses. She is dedicated to innovation and leadership in nursing.

Email: [email protected]

Supporting nurses is our priority. Visit https://nursing.uiowa.edu/ionrp to explore our resources for new graduate nurses and beyond.