Nurse Rosa's INsights

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, host Nurse Rosa Hart sits down with Christina Rodriguez, a Licensed Master Social Worker who brings a unique lens to healthcare by bridging clinical realities with business strategy. Together, they dive into solutions for social determinants of health (SDOH), examining the critical role that social care plays in patient outcomes—and what’s missing from our current systems.

Breastfeeding is natural—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Rebecca Scroggy explains why.

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, host Rosa Hart interviews lactation consultant and registered nurse Rebecca Scroggy about the real-life challenges of breastfeeding support in both hospital and home settings. Whether you're a new mom, healthcare provider, or passionate about maternal and infant health, this conversation delivers evidence-based breastfeeding tips and explores what it really takes to help mothers succeed.

Rebecca shares her personal journey into lactation consulting, shaped by her own breastfeeding struggles, and discusses why breastfeeding education is severely lacking in healthcare.

You'll hear insights into how social media helps new moms, the importance of inclusive breastfeeding support, and what she would do with a billion-dollar grant to improve maternal health.

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Topics Covered in This Episode:Common breastfeeding challenges for new moms

How hospitals fall short in lactation support

The importance of community breastfeeding support groups

Using social media for evidence-based breastfeeding education

How paid maternity leave affects breastfeeding success

Stigma and public perception of breastfeeding

Donating excess breast milk and the role of milk banks

Supporting all family structures in maternal health

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

In this inspiring episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, host Rosa sits down with Dr. Rajiv Narula and his six-year-old son, Ayan, to discuss their mission to save lives through education. Together, they co-authored the children’s book BeFast, Be a Superhero - a powerful tool for teaching kids and families how to recognize stroke symptoms using the BEFAST method:

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, we welcome Jeremy Bronen, mechanical engineer turned healthcare innovator, and the founder and CEO of SedMed.

Jeremy looked what is usually considered a deeply personal problem and turned it nto a mission to protect the dignity and safety of older adults, people with disabilities, and those who care for them.

Toileting-related falls are one of the most common—and dangerous—injury sources for both patients and caregivers.

Through SedMed, he’s addressing the high-risk, often overlooked act of toilet transfers with mechanical design rooted in empathy, usability, and real-world needs.

We dive into:

The hidden dangers of daily ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)How toileting-related falls impact patients and caregivers alike

SedMed’s innovative assistive technology solutions

Why engineers need to listen deeply to nurses and frontline caregivers

Whether you're in long-term care, rehab, acute settings—or designing the next great product—this episode is full of insights that center safety, dignity, and the human side of healthcare design.

Connect with Jeremy Bronen:

🔹 LinkedIn: Jeremy Bronen on LinkedIn

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

What if nurses weren’t just part of the care team—but the driving force behind transforming it?

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, Rosa Hart chats with nurse Emily Will

And of course hear her answer to the billion dollar question...Today

They dive deep into team-based care models, the consumerization of healthcare, and why it's time to reimagine the nurse’s role—not just as a provider, but as a coach, leader, and innovator. Learn how organizations like DexCare are using care orchestration to improve access and outcomes—and why empowering nurses could be the key to healthcare transformation.

🎯 Key Takeaways:

Team-based care enhances efficiency, satisfaction, and outcomes

Patients today expect healthcare to be convenient and accessible

Nurses should be empowered as leaders and care coaches

Innovation in healthcare includes rethinking workflows—not just adopting new tech

Strategic collaboration and funding can accelerate meaningful change across systems

Connect with Nurse Emily Will, MHA, RN, ONC: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-will-mha-rn-onc2/

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

From Nurse to Health Tech Founder: Sergey Vasilenko on Predictive Scheduling, Nurse Burnout, and Healthcare Access

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, host Rosa Hart interviews Sergey Vasilenko, a former bedside nurse who became a health tech entrepreneur and co-founder of In-House Health—a startup using predictive scheduling technology to combat nursing shortages and reduce nurse burnout.

Sergey shares how his clinical background shaped his path into healthcare innovation and why transferable skills from nursing are critical in building tech solutions that actually work for frontline professionals. Rosa and Sergey explore the urgent need for preventive healthcare strategies, the rising importance of mental health awareness in nursing, and how mobile healthcare units can bridge gaps in healthcare access for underserved communities.

They also discuss how strategic healthcare funding can support nurse-led solutions and improve patient outcomes.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅ Nurses have valuable skills that translate into effective health tech leadership.

📅 Predictive scheduling platforms like In-House Health help solve the nurse staffing crisis.

🧘‍♀️ Supporting nurses’ mental health is essential to reduce burnout and improve retention.

🛡️ Investing in preventive care lowers long-term healthcare costs.

🚐 Mobile health clinics expand access to care in rural and underserved areas.

💼 Nurse-led innovations are key to driving equity and efficiency in healthcare delivery.

💡 Clinical insight is a powerful tool in developing technology for better patient care.

🔗 Whether you're a nurse, health tech founder, or healthcare leader, this episode offers real-world insights on how to bridge the gap between clinical care and innovation.

Connect with Sergey:          

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergey-vasilenko/     

Learn more about In-House Health:          

⁠https://www.inhouse.health/⁠     

For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

What if the Geek Squad could help your grandma stay healthy at home? Best Buy Health is already making it happen!

Brian Urban, head of Population Health and Commercial Strategy at Best Buy Health opens up a whole new world of options to host Rosa Hart. Together, they dive into how one of America's most iconic retail brands is revolutionizing healthcare for older adults—starting right in their homes.

Brian reveals how Best Buy Health is harnessing the power of technology and the famous Geek Squad to deliver compassionate, in-home care support. From remote monitoring to building trust with culturally diverse communities, Brian breaks down why healthcare must be reimagined through the lens of access, equity, and tech-enabled personalization.

He also shares his unique career path through various sectors of healthcare, offering insights into why population health must move from a buzzword to a foundational strategy—and how communities, nutrition, and early prevention play a critical role in that vision.

And don’t miss their deep dive into this question: If you had a billion-dollar grant to fix healthcare, where would you start?

Key Takeaways:

Best Buy Health is committed to enabling healthcare through smart, compassionate tech solutions.

The aging population is a driving force behind their innovation strategy.

Geek Squad Health agents are being trained to provide in-home health support, not just tech troubleshooting.

Culturally competent care and trust-building are essential for success in underserved communities.

Brian Urban brings a diverse background in healthcare to his work in commercial strategy and population health.

Socioeconomic gaps deeply affect healthcare access—and addressing them is key to true health equity.

Preventative care should begin in infancy, not adulthood.

Access to healthy food and strong community infrastructure are non-negotiables for better health outcomes.

To learn more about Best Buy Health, you can find Brian Urban on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-urban-8416b571/

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

In this episode of Nurse Rosa's Insights, host Nurse Rosa Hart sits down with George Pappas, CEO of Intraprise, to explore the growing threat of cyber attacks targeting modern healthcare infrastructure. As the industry becomes increasingly reliant on healthcare technology and electronic medical records (EMR), the conversation highlights how vulnerable systems can compromise patient safety and continuity of care.

George shares compelling real-world examples of cybersecurity breaches, underscoring how they disrupt operations and put lives at risk. They discuss why many healthcare organizations, especially small practices, are unprepared for today's cybersecurity threats—and how adopting advanced identity management tools and automated risk assessment processes can strengthen defenses.

Intraprise’s mission to build a more resilient digital foundation aims to drive innovation across healthcare while fortifying it against cyber threats. George advocates for a common, secure infrastructure to protect patients, data, and practitioners alike—proving that effective cybersecurity in healthcare is not just a technical upgrade, but a critical component of quality care.

📌 Top Takeaways:

• Cyber threats in healthcare are escalating rapidly.

• Real-world cyber incidents can paralyze healthcare services.

• Many practitioners lack preparation for digital security challenges.

• Smaller practices face unique hurdles in implementing protections.

• Shared infrastructure and identity solutions enhance security for all.

• Automation simplifies risk compliance and assessment.

• Strategic investment in security protects patient data.

• Innovation and collaboration are vital for long-term resilience.

To learn more about the work at Intraprise:

http://www.intraprisehealth.com

Connect with George Pappas on LinkedIn

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Can technology truly lighten the load for nurses—or is it just another thing on the to-do list?

In this thought-provoking episode of Nurse Rosa's INsights, host Nurse Rosa Hart sits down with Christian Boucher, a health tech innovator with nearly three decades of experience in healthcare IT. Together, they explore how technology can be used to support—not hinder—clinicians in delivering better patient care.

Christian shares his perspective on what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s next in the digital health space. From combating clinician burnout to aligning technology with real clinical workflows, this conversation dives deep into what it really takes to make health tech usable, effective, and human-centered.

Whether you're a nurse, tech developer, or healthcare leader, this episode will inspire you to think critically about how we design and implement healthcare solutions that truly serve the needs of both patients and providers.

Christian Boucher brings nearly 30 years of healthcare IT experience to the table.

Simplifying tech for providers is essential to improving care delivery.

Clinician burnout is real—and technology can either help or hurt.

Successful implementations require input and collaboration from clinicians.

Understanding the unique workflows of different specialties is a must.

Many clinicians lack education on what tech can actually do.

Real-time observation of clinical workflows uncovers what’s really needed.

Integrating IT seamlessly into clinical life is the key to sustainable improvement.

Healthcare providers struggle to ensure secure, seamless access to critical applications and patient data. Legacy solutions like VDI and VPNs are costly and frustrating, demanding a fresh approach. Next-gen technology is transforming app delivery and security - empowering the healthcare industry at scale.

Connect with Christian Boucher on LinkedIN

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.

When the stakes are high and the pressure’s on, how do nurses turn obstacles into opportunities for change? From ethical dilemmas to liability issues, we'll discuss how nurses navigate the complex world of healthcare law. Tune in to hear how advocacy and innovation are reshaping the future of nursing!

In this episode of Nurse Rosa's INsights, host Rosa Hart welcomes Maggie Ortiz and Radonda Vaught for an insightful discussion about the power of advocacy, innovation, and leveraging the collective voice of nurses. This conversation highlights how engaging with nursing associations empowers individual nurses to amplify their voices and drive positive change within the healthcare system.

A central theme of the episode is the impact of Kentucky House Bill 159—the first law in the nation to protect nurses and healthcare workers from criminal punishment for making honest mistakes while providing care. This landmark legislation arose after Radonda Vaught’s 2022 conviction following a medication error, a case that shook the nursing community.

Maggie and Radonda share how this bill represents a significant victory for nursing advocacy and why staying engaged with policy changes is crucial to protecting the profession.

Nursing associations play a pivotal role in advocating for nurses' rights and safety. By joining these organizations, nurses gain access to essential resources, legal support, and the power of a united voice. Unlike boards of nursing, which focus on regulating practice and discipline to protect patients, nursing associations actively support and uplift nurses, pushing for legislation that protects their well-being and professional autonomy.

Social media has emerged as a powerful tool for advocacy, particularly for younger nurses. Engaging on platforms like Instagram and TikTok not only connects nurses nationwide but also spreads awareness of key issues and fosters community support. Maggie and Radonda discuss how social media can help mobilize the next generation of nurses to get involved and make their voices heard.

Understanding legislative impact is essential, as laws and policies directly shape nursing practice and patient safety. Advocacy doesn’t just happen in the boardroom—it happens when nurses come together to demand change. The passage of Kentucky House Bill 159 shows that persistent efforts can make a real difference, and staying informed about legislative developments is vital to protecting both patients and practitioners.

Advocacy efforts aren’t just about protecting the profession—they’re about investing in the future of nursing. Whether you’re advocating through a professional association, engaging in social media campaigns, or speaking up at the state legislature, every effort counts. By working together and amplifying the nursing voice, we can shape a healthcare system that truly values and supports its frontline workers.

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Connect with Maggie Ortiz, MSN, RN at:

https://www.advocatesfornurses.com/

Connect with Radonda Vaught at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/radondavaught/

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For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.