Real Nurses Real Talk

The constant connection to work-related messages has blurred the boundaries between professional responsibilities and personal time for many healthcare workers.  It is nearly impossible to disconnect!

Welcome to Episode 15 where we discuss AB2751, the "right to disconnect" bill recently introduced in California. The proposed law would legally establish a right for employees to disconnect in California state law and require every employer in the state to have an organizational policy or action plan communicating how it will implement that standard.  We discuss how this would work in healthcare, and if a law is even needed (hint...it shouldn't be!)

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The presidents of the American Nurses Association, American College of Emergency Physicians and Emergency Nurses Associations urged lawmakers to pass two bills aimed at protecting America's healthcare workers during a recent congressional briefing.

Welcome to Episode 14 where we discuss HR 2584, the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees (SAVE) Act, and S 1176, the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act.  These bills are a great step towards keeping America's healthcare workforce safe.  

Take Action!

House of Representatives: Here
Senators: Here

A U.S. Capitol Switchboard operator can also connect you directly with the House/Senate office. (202) 224-3121

Also...there is a surprising update to our episode last week.  Be sure to check it out!

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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].

On February 2nd, 2024, the TikTok account HeyThereParenthood posted a video clip from a podcast where the host, Jeena Wilder, recounts a story from the birth of her child.  In that clip, Jeena discusses how the nurse didn't respect the boundaries Jeena had set forth, specifically not to touch her.  When the nurse did touch her to check on the unborn child, Jeena admitted to punching the nurse.  This incident has unleashed a flurry of reactions across the internet, pushing Jeena to release a response video addressing the situation. T

Welcome to Episode 13, where we have some Real Talk about this incident. We set the foundation that multiple things can and are true at the same time. Assault and Battery on caregivers are unacceptable, and we in healthcare must respect the wishes of the patients we are entrusted to care for. After listening, we want to hear from you!  

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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].

Welcome to Episode 12!  There was SO much Randomness we have accumulated over the last few weeks, we decided to devote a whole Episode to explore that Randomness.  From alternate names for Christmas Trees (think RT, not Christmas) to the Raisin Exercise, this Episode brings quite a bit of laughs, gets Brandon a bit fired up, and discusses a wide range of topics.

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On July 14, 2020, Reta Mays pleaded guilty to seven counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted murder.  Reta had been a nursing assistant at the Louis A. Johnson Veterans Medical Center, in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Reta's acts of betrayal not only shocked the nation but also exposed critical vulnerabilities within the Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system.

Welcome to Episode 11, where we explore how Reta was able to murder Veterans inside the VA, give some insight into WHY, and, most importantly, tell some of the stories of Reta's victims.  

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You just finished the interview and now it is your opportunity to ask questions. You ask a simple question such as "why did the last five people who left, leave?" Rather than transparency, you are met with dodging the question, and a lack of transparency...RED FLAG!

Welcome to Episode 10 where we discuss common Red Flags during the hiring process that should cause you to pause and seriously consider if you should move forward with being hired. We discuss some of our personal Red Flags throughout our career.

Also - Congratulation to our colleague, Amy, on your Daisy Award! For more information, or to nominate a nurse, check out their link: https://www.daisyfoundation.org/about-daisy-award

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Embarking on the journey towards your first job or advancing in your nursing career can be both exhilarating and daunting as you look to the interview process.

Welcome to Episode 9! Whether you're a new graduate eager to start your career or an experienced nurse aiming for a new opportunity, mastering the art of conveying your experience, competencies, and interests with clarity and professionalism during the interview is crucial. In this episode, we discuss strategies to transform the interview experience from intimidating to an exciting opportunity to showcase your unique qualifications and Ace the Interview!

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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].

Nurses (and really all caregivers) are busy. There is no denying this fact. They are busy caring for patients and the last thing they (and the patients) need is someone interrupting their care with a phone call from some office questioning something in documentation.

Welcome to Episode 8! In this episode, we give some fictional scenarios (Any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely coincidental) of this exact situation. We make the case to GET OUT OF YOUR OFFICE and explain the evidence-based benefits of face-to-face conversations.

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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].

It is good to be back! We were out last week as Brandon attended a Conference and Erin/Sadie enjoyed Disney. Brandon was attending the HX24 conference and had some great things to bring back.

Welcome to Episode 7 where we discuss a couple powerful keynotes from the conference, and the impact to healthcare. One of the best quotes of the conference, "Don't quite on a bad day". We dive into what that means for us in healthcare.

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Real Nurses, Real Talk website: https://www.purposedrivenpx.com/real-nurses-real-talk-podcast
Interest form to tell your story: https://form.jotform.com/230685346709060

Be sure to connect with us on Instagram:
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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].

Have you ever been confronted with a situation where you are being told you are required to stay past your scheduled time to care for patients, and if you don't, it is "Patient Abandonment", perhaps even with a threat of reporting to a regulatory body if you don't stay?

Welcome to Episode 6, where we clearly distinguish the difference between patient abandonment and job abandonment...and yes, there is a difference! Too often, nurses specifically are asked to do things they know are unsafe, then threatened with reporting to a regulatory body if they don't comply. Know the difference and know what to do when asked!

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New website: https://www.purposedrivenpx.com/real-nurses-real-talk-podcast
Interest form to tell your story: https://form.jotform.com/230685346709060

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Send questions, topic ideas, and/or comments to [email protected].