Nursing Uncharted

On this episode, we dove into the world of anesthesia and what it means to be a CRNA. Special guest, Blaise Sims MSN MBA, CRNA, joined us to talk about his CRNA career, outline common misconceptions about CRNA, share tips and advice for new CRNAs, and more.

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction
• (2:07) Did Blaise Always Know He Wanted to Be a CRNA?
• (3:40) What is CRNA School Like
• (9:10) Imposter Syndrome When Starting Out
• (13:00) CRNA School Prerequisites
• (14:18) Common Misconceptions About CRNA
• (22:13) What Assessments Do You Have During Surgery
• (27:55) How Much Variety Do You See in Your Day
• (33:11) Most Difficult CRNA Procedures
• (44:05) Logistics of Being a CRNA
• (49:17) 24hr Shifts as a CRNA
• (52:10) Difference Between 1099 vs W2 Nurses
• (57:03) Tips & Advice for New CRNAs

About Blaise Sims MSN, MBA, CRNA

Blaise is a CRNA currently working as site chief in the Houston Gulf Coast region, nine years into his anesthesia practice. Before anesthesia, he worked as an ER tech and RN intern, then as an RN he worked in a trauma neuro ICU full time and worked PRN in the MICU, SICU, CICU, and ER. His previous anesthesia experience includes working at the Debakey Heart and Vascular Institute where he performed Heart, Lung, and Kidney transplants as well as all major aorta and vascular procedures. 

In December of 2020, Blaise graduated from LSUS with a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). He chose to pursue his MBA to educate himself for future leadership opportunities and obtain a more comprehensive understanding of the business side of healthcare and anesthesia. He gives back to the nursing community by mentoring young RNs new to their career, providing guidance and advice. He also has a charity that performs service trips in areas of need abroad. These service trips provide critical access to surgeries otherwise not available. They also provide amazing learning opportunities for the volunteer RNs that participate. When not working, Blaise is married with two children. His wife and kiddos are the reason behind everything he does. 

Where to Find Blaise Online

• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• His Charity’s Website

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben

Assistant Producer – Sam MacKay 

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We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

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On this special episode, Maggie takes time to reflect on her past two years of nursing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, Maggie took time after shifts to unpack her experience through various recordings, illustrating the impact that an unprecedented situation had on her and fellow nurses across the country. It’s important to remember what we’ve been through, so we are sharing them with you now. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction
• (2:57) Pandemic Recordings & Reflection
• (49:52) Closing Remarks

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben

Assistant Producer – Sam MacKay 

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• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

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On this episode, we learned what it’s like being a summer camp nurse. Thea Mullis, Travel Director of Summit Camp and Travel, joined us to share her experience as a summer camp nurse, detailing a day in the life of a summer camp nurse, the most fulfilling parts of working at a summer camp, the ideal characteristics of a summer camp nurse, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction
• (3:25) What Led Thea to Work at a Summer Camp
• (7:24) Objectives of Summit Camp
• (17:38) Summer Camp Population
• (20:18) Day in the Life of a Summer Camp Nurse
• (27:29) Summer Camp Nurse Stories
• (34:58) Developing the Skills of Campers Through Travel
• (53:28) Most Fulfilling Parts of Working at a Summer Camp
• (56:45) What Type of Nurse Would Make a Great Summer Camp Nurse
• (1:04:21) Where to Learn More About Summit Camp

About Thea Mullis, Summit Camp

Thea Mullis, a native of Savannah, Georgia joins us as the Summit Camp Travel Director. She has been the head of the tour programs since 2014. Thea plans and executes each facet of Summit’s Travel and Weekender program itineraries. Her incredible insight and experience ensure that the trips will meet special populations' needs and will be stimulating socially and personally in ways that have a lasting impact.

Where to Find Thea Online:

• Thea’s Instagram
• Summit Camp Instagram
• Summit Camp Website

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben

Assistant Producer – Sam MacKay 

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Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

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On this episode, we got to dive into postpartum nursing and discuss finances for nurses. Special guest, Amanda Ruchti, RN, BSN, shared her nursing and financial journey, detailing her experience as a postpartum nurse, budgeting tips for nurses, work-life balance, goal setting, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction
• (2:40) Amanda's Nursing Background
• (4:45) Day in the Life of a Postpartum Nurse 
• (9:30) Abnormal Postpartum Assessments 
• (10:45) Women's Health Nurse Floating
• (14:48) Educating Patients
• (17:00) Lactation Consulting Certification for Nurses
• (20:16) Most Difficult Situations for Postpartum Nurses 
• (22:10) Working with Newborn Baby Drug Withdrawal as a Postpartum Nurse 
• (27:24) Amanda's Debt Free Journey
• (32:20) Budgeting for Nurses 
• (35:05) Planning Monthly Expenses
• (36:40) Best Money & Savings Apps
• (40:14) Work-Life Balance & Goals for the Year
• (45:16) Amanda's YouTube Channel

About Amanda Ruchti, RN, BSN

Amanda has been a nurse for about two and a half years now and works as a postpartum nurse. She has shared her journey from nursing school to navigating the night shift and being a new nurse on her YouTube channel where she is better known as Amanda Lynn—also sharing her struggles with paying off debt and navigating life as a nurse and content creator. 

Where to Find Amanda Online:

• Instagram
• YouTube

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben

Assistant Producer – Sam MacKay 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

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On this episode, we had the exciting opportunity to speak with a military nurse about her experience in the field. Special guest, Ari Flowers, BSN, CEN, TCRN, shared her career journey, detailing her nursing and military background, the different roles of a military nurse, a day in the life of a military nurse, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction
• (3:10) Ari's Nursing and Military Background
• (8:25) How is it Being Stationed in Korea
• (9:52) Did Ari Always Know She Wanted to Be a Military Nurse
• (11:20) Juggling ROTC & Nursing School at the Same Time 
• (14:00) Different Roles of a Military Nurse
• (19:49) Military Nursing Specialties
• (21:40) Day in the Life of a Military Nurse 
• (24:21) How COVID-19 has Affected the Military
• (27:51) What's Next for Ari
• (29:06) Benefits of Being a Military Nurse 
• (30:20) How to Become a Military Nurse 

About Ari Flowers, BSN, CEN, TCRN

CPT Arianna (Ari) Flowers serves as an Emergency/Trauma Nurse for the United States Army. She has been in the military for 7 years and held a variety of roles and responsibilities. Currently, CPT Flowers is stationed overseas in Korea in a Forward Surgical Resuscitative Detachment. She loves the military and all the opportunities it has given her and plans to the Army her career.

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben

Assistant Producer – Sam MacKay 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

Join Our Other Nursing Communities:

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• Apple Podcasts
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On our first episode of 2022, we got to talk about a very popular realm of nursing: Endoscopy. Special guest, Shelby Evans, BSN, joined us to share her experience as an endoscopy nurse, detailing her journey finding endoscopy, a day in the life of an endoscopy nurse, the characteristics of a good endoscopy nurse, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) Introduction to Shelby Evans, BSN
• (2:25) How Work is Going for Shelby During the Pandemic
• (12:42) Why Shelby Left Inpatient to go to Endoscopy
• (21:25) Did Shelby Find What She was Looking for with Endoscopy
• (25:05) Day in the Life of an Endoscopy Nurse
• (32:47) Who's Typically in the Procedure Room
• (36:58) What Does an Endoscopy Nurse Do During a Procedure
• (40:32) Is it Difficult Moving from Inpatient to Outpatient
• (45:04) Challenges of COVID Restrictions with Patient Families
• (57:00) Characteristics of a Good Endoscopy Nurse

About Shelby Evans, BSN

Shelby began her nursing career as an inpatient BMT (bone marrow transplant) & oncology RN. She experienced burnout as a new nurse, so she began searching for different roles as an RN. For the last 5 years, she has been working in the Endoscopy Lab. Recently, Shelby helped form a COVID-19 phone line to triage patient care at the beginning of the pandemic. To keep up with Shelby’s nursing adventures, follow her on Instagram!

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producers – Katie Schrauben & Sam MacKay 

Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes 

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Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

Join Our Other Nursing Communities:

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On this episode, we got to bring to light a lesser-known and important aspect of the OR—surgical smoke. Special guest, Vangie Dennis, MSN, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, joined us to break down the issue of surgical smoke, discussing the procedures with higher exposure to surgical smoke, the health risks of surgical smoke for nurses, advocating for a smoke-free OR, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) An introduction to Vangie and her nursing background 
• (2:56) What is surgical smoke? 
• (4:41) High-risk procedures for surgical smoke 7:09
• (7:13) The health effects of surgical smoke on OR nurses
• (14:47) Protecting nurses from surgical smoke 20:05
• (20:06) Solutions to creating a smoke-free OR environment 26:24
• (28:02) Advocating for a smoke-free OR as a staff nurse 32:14
• (32:27) The future of care in the OR 

AboutVangie Dennis, MSN, RN, CNOR, CMLSO

Vangie is an independent consultant, speaker, and trainer in the areas of lasers, surgical procedures, advanced technology, and nursing practice. She has lectured nationally and internationally for:

• AORN and AORN Chapters
• Advanced Technology Specialty Assembly
• American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery
• The International Laser Safety Conference
• Canadian Nurses Association
• American Trial Lawyers Association
• American Association Gynecological Laparoscopists
• MedSun CODA Conference, and
• Medical Societies and facilities.

Vangie is on the Board of Directors for Laser Institute of America, the chair for the National Certification on Lasers, a committee representative for the American National Standards Institute and serves on the Board of Directors for AORN National.

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producers – Katie Schrauben & Sam MacKay 

Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

Join Our Other Nursing Communities:

• YouTube
• Instagram
• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• LinkedIn
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On this episode, we had the opportunity to talk about a different side of the nursing profession. Special guest, Carlisle Nottingham RN, MSN, joined us to share her experience working as a nursing ambassador, discussing the role of a nursing ambassador within a pharmaceutical company, the relationship between nursing ambassadors and their patients, the ideal candidate for a nursing ambassador job, and more.

We Discuss

• (0:00) An introduction to Carlisle and her nursing background 
• (4:44) Nursing ambassador pharmaceutical job overview 
• (9:12) Understanding nursing ambassador programs 
• (16:47) The relationship between patients and nursing ambassadors 
• (21:06) Nursing ambassador specializations
• (22:50) Working for a pharmaceutical company vs. a hospital 
• (29:18) Challenges of working as a nursing ambassador
• (38:26) Rewards of working as a nursing ambassador
• (43:11) What’s next for Carlisle?
• (44:28) The ideal candidate for a nursing ambassador job 

AboutCarlisle Nottingham RN, MSN

Carlisle graduated from James Madison University in 2014 with her bachelor’s degree in Nursing. From there, she went on to work as a Registered Nurse in Richmond, Virginia in a Cardiac PCU for a few years before transitioning to travel nursing. Carlisle traveled for about three and a half years working on a variety of different units including Cardiac, Neurosurgery, Trauma, Respiratory, Immune Deficiency, and Infusion Units across the United States. 

While traveling, Carlisle enrolled through St. Xavier University’s online program to obtain her MSN specializing in Clinical Education. After her years of travel nursing, Carlisle found a position with a healthcare firm as a Nurse Educator providing telephonic and virtual patient education and was able to finally complete her Master's in May of 2020. To see where Carlisle heads on her next adventure, follow her on Instagram!

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producers – Katie Schrauben & Sam MacKay 

Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

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On this episode, we were able to speak with a certified flight registered nurse about her experience caring for patients through air transport. Special guest, Hannah MacIsaac, CFRN, discussed flight nursing practices at her current location in Washington State, detailing the typical patient calls for a flight team, rural vs. city flight nursing, the biggest challenges and rewards of flight nursing, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) An introduction to Hannah and her nursing background 
• (8:36) Hannah’s experience as a flight nurse in Washington 
• (14:44) Useful nursing prerequisites to flight nursing 
• (16:46) Typical calls for a flight nurse in Washington 
• (27:03) Resources for flight nurses while on the job 
• (28:57) Types of patients treated by flight nurses 
• (37:31) Comparing rural vs. city flight transport
• (44:23) The biggest challenges and rewards of flight nursing 

About Hannah MacIsaac, CFRN

Hannah has been a nurse since 2014, working in adult and pediatric intensive care before becoming a flight nurse in 2020. After growing up moving around the world with a father in the Navy, she now calls the Pacific Northwest home as a CFRN in Washington State.

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producers – Katie Schrauben & Sam MacKay 

Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to our show on your favorite podcast platform. You can also find show updates and nursing opportunities on our Instagram at @AMNNurse

About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

Connect with Ann on Instagram: @annifer05

Are you interested in coming on as a guest? Send us a message at [email protected]

Join Our Other Nursing Communities:

• YouTube
• Instagram
• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
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On this episode, we brought in someone who has been an incredible resource for nurses everywhere to speak about empowering new (and experienced) nurses. Special guest, Katherine Weaver, BSN, RN, CMSRN—better known as Nurse Katherine—shared the mission behind creating her nursing YouTube channel, her insight into addressing burnout among new grad nurses, ways to empower our fellow nurses, and more. 

We Discuss

• (0:00) An introduction to Katherine and her nursing background 
• (9:09) Nurse Katherine’s YouTube Channel 
• (17:10) Transitioning from nursing school to new grad employment
• (21:24) Advice for nurses in a precepting role 
• (28:25) Incorporating philanthropy into nursing practice
• (38:23) Addressing burnout with new grad nurses
• (43:00) Ways to empower our fellow nurses

About Katherine Weaver, BSN, RN, CMSRN

Katherine started her nursing career after graduating nursing school in 2016 and after a few years, realized that the profession was lacking in professional precepting for the new generation of nurses. She saw the need to build a community for nurses and nursing students to feel valued and flourish in their own careers. In 2019, she built her YouTube channel, Nurse Katherine, to help educate, inspire, and mentor nursing students and registered nurses everywhere—a mission she continues to fulfill today. 

About the Show

Producer – Jonathan Cary 

Assistant Producers – Katie Schrauben & Sam MacKay 

Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes 

Powered by American Mobile

Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Resources & Links

• 🌐 Learn more about AMN Healthcare
• 🎙️ Explore Nursing Uncharted episodes
• ✈️ Search travel nursing jobs with AMN Passport
• 📍 Planning for TravCon? Read the guide
• 💙 Refer a fellow nurse! AMN Referral Program
• ⏰ Explore per diem opportunities: Nursing Per Diem Jobs
• 🌴 Browse seasonal nursing jobs: Nursing Seasonal Jobs
• 🤝 AMN Employee Assistance Program resources

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About Ann

Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13+ years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 5+ years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

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