Voices from the Nursing Frontline

Join Dr. Christy Hall as she engages in an uplifting conversation with Josh Sims and Sherry Davis, nurse leaders who have recently completed continued education as graduates of the Nurse Leadership Academy at the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement. They share their experience in the Academy and reflect on several ways that leadership skills guide the success of nursing teams so they can care for their patients in the best possible ways. These dedicated leaders offer insight and encouragement.

This episode of Voices from the Nursing Frontline is dedicated to Boone McCrary, and other victims of the flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in the Appalachian Mountains.

Thank you to the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our theme music.

Dr. Martina Harris is an accomplished nurse educator and leader, serving as the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health at Chattanooga State Community College. She brings a wealth of experience and a strong academic background to her role, holding a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. Dr. Harris’s educational journey and commitment to excellence have positioned her as a respected authority in both nursing education and healthcare administration.  Throughout her career, Dr. Harris has made significant contributions to nursing education and practice, holding various teaching and administrative positions where she has demonstrated her passion for student success, curriculum development, and faculty mentoring. Her dynamic leadership style and dedication to preparing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals have earned her widespread recognition and respect.  In acknowledgment of her exceptional contributions to the nursing profession, Dr. Harris was appointed by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee to serve on the Tennessee Board of Nursing. This esteemed appointment underscores her commitment to ensuring the highest standards of nursing practice and patient safety across the state. As a board member, she actively engages in developing and implementing policies that shape the future of nursing in Tennessee.  Dr. Harris’s influence extends beyond the academic and professional realms into active community service. She is a dedicated board member for several organizations that focus on health, education, and community development. A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., she embodies the sorority’s mission of sisterhood, scholarship, and service.  Recognized as a "Woman of Distinction" for her leadership and impact in the community, Dr. Harris is celebrated for her commitment to service and empowerment. Her recent induction into the prestigious National League for Nursing (NLN) Academy of Nursing Education further highlights her dedication to advancing the field of nursing education and inspiring future leaders. As an NLN Academy Fellow, she continues to champion excellence in nursing education, promoting innovative teaching practices, and advocating for policies that elevate the profession.  Dr. Harris’s unwavering dedication to education, community service, and leadership has made her a trailblazer in nursing and healthcare. Her work continues to inspire students, faculty, and fellow healthcare professionals, leaving a lasting impact on the community and beyond. 

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As always, we are thankful for the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our theme music.

Voices From The Nursing Frontline

Voices from the Nursing Frontline

This podcast is brought to you by the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement, dedicated to serving Tennessee and the Ballad Health Appalachian Highlands region.

We would like to give a thank you to the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our beautiful theme music. 

Voices from the Nursing Frontline

This podcast is brought to you by the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement, dedicated to serving Tennessee and the Ballad Health Appalachian Highlands region

Hope Diaz is an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse practicing as a hospitalist provider in the Mountain Highlands region. 

A graduate of the ETSU BSN class of 2006 and the ETSU-TTU Joint DNP class of 2021. She has spent her nursing career in the hospital environment working in varied specialties of adult acute care nursing. 

Hope served as adjunct faculty for the ETSU BSN program via their partnership with Ballad Health for 3 years and then most recently on the adjunct faculty of Tennessee Technological University in the DNP and MSN programs Acute Care concentration. Her DNP project focus was as on improving nurse-provider communication in the acute care environment. 

Hope lives in Elizabethton, Tennessee with her husband, Joe, her four children and their chocolate lab, Hank.

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Welcome to the Voices from the Nursing Frontline, proudly sponsored by the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement. Join host, Dr. Christy Hall, as she guides you through shines a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who are shaping the future of nursing.

In this newly rebranded season, we’re diving deeper than ever into the heart of the nursing profession. From innovative practices and groundbreaking research to the real-life stories of resilience and dedication, we’re here to bring you the voices that matter most in the world of nursing.  

Each episode invites you to explore compelling stories and practical advice tailored to enhancing nurse well-being, optimizing recruitment and retention efforts, pioneering innovative teaching methodologies, and leveraging cutting-edge data and technology. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a nursing student, a healthcare leader or executive, or involved in academia, there’s something here for everyone. 

Get ready to embark on this exciting new season with us. Together, we’ll celebrate the heroes in scrubs and the advancements driving the future of care.

Voices from the Nursing Frontline is sponsored by The Center for Nursing Advancement, an innovative initiative uniting academic and clinical nursing, healthcare leadership, and governmental agencies to tackle the pressing challenges facing the nursing profession and healthcare industry. 

Tune in, subscribe, and embark on a journey of growth and empowerment with Advancing Nursing.

We would like to thank the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our beautiful theme music!

Welcome to the Voices from the Nursing Frontline, proudly sponsored by the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement. Join host, Dr. Christy Hall, as she guides you through shines a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who are shaping the future of nursing.

In this newly rebranded season, we’re diving deeper than ever into the heart of the nursing profession. From innovative practices and groundbreaking research to the real-life stories of resilience and dedication, we’re here to bring you the voices that matter most in the world of nursing.  

Each episode invites you to explore compelling stories and practical advice tailored to enhancing nurse well-being, optimizing recruitment and retention efforts, pioneering innovative teaching methodologies, and leveraging cutting-edge data and technology. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a nursing student, a healthcare leader or executive, or involved in academia, there’s something here for everyone. 

Get ready to embark on this exciting new season with us. Together, we’ll celebrate the heroes in scrubs and the advancements driving the future of care.

Voices from the Nursing Frontline is sponsored by The Center for Nursing Advancement, an innovative initiative uniting academic and clinical nursing, healthcare leadership, and governmental agencies to tackle the pressing challenges facing the nursing profession and healthcare industry. 

Tune in, subscribe, and embark on a journey of growth and empowerment with Advancing Nursing.

We would like to thank the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our beautiful theme music!

Welcome to the Voices from the Nursing Frontline, proudly sponsored by the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement. Join host, Dr. Christy Hall, as she guides you through shines a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who are shaping the future of nursing.

In this newly rebranded season, we’re diving deeper than ever into the heart of the nursing profession. From innovative practices and groundbreaking research to the real-life stories of resilience and dedication, we’re here to bring you the voices that matter most in the world of nursing.  

Each episode invites you to explore compelling stories and practical advice tailored to enhancing nurse well-being, optimizing recruitment and retention efforts, pioneering innovative teaching methodologies, and leveraging cutting-edge data and technology. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a nursing student, a healthcare leader or executive, or involved in academia, there’s something here for everyone. 

Get ready to embark on this exciting new season with us. Together, we’ll celebrate the heroes in scrubs and the advancements driving the future of care.

Voices from the Nursing Frontline is sponsored by The Center for Nursing Advancement, an innovative initiative uniting academic and clinical nursing, healthcare leadership, and governmental agencies to tackle the pressing challenges facing the nursing profession and healthcare industry. 

Tune in, subscribe, and embark on a journey of growth and empowerment with Advancing Nursing.

We would like to thank the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band for our beautiful theme music!