In This Episode, You Will Learn:

What a clinical quality nurse specialist is.

What the day to day of a clinical quality nurse specialist looks like.

The pros and cons of working from home.

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Show Notes:

How do you know if working from home is right for you? Today, Kristen is flying solo in order to answer your questions about working a remote position as a clinical quality nurse specialist! First, we'll dive into what a clinical quality nurse specialist is, including what they do, what they can expect from patients, and what their daily routine looks like. Then, it's time to explore the pros and cons of working from home. What does Kristen miss about working in the hospital? Is it possible to achieve work life balance? How and where can you find remote positions for yourself? If you're curious about remote work or uncertain if it would suit you, this episode may help you find the answer you're looking for!

00:40 Why am I flying solo today?

02:40 What is my background in pharmacy?

05:55 What is a clinical quality nurse specialist, and what do they do?

08:30 Breaking down pulmonary hypertension WHO groups.

10:20 What should you expect from patients as a clinical quality nurse specialist?

13:05 What are the three different medication pathways we use?

15:05 What does my day to day look like?

21:50 How much time & money do you save when you don't have to commute?

22:50 Why do I prefer working day shift?

23:50 How does remote work give you way more flexibility?

25:00 How can you increase your productivity?

26:05 Finding your work life balance.

27:00 Why is working from home so comfortable?

29:15 How does it help promote eating healthier?

30:50 Is there good pay in remote work?

32:00 What skills do you use (and lose) from remote work?

33:10 How much socialization do you miss out on while working from home?

34:30 Is it difficult finding an office space at home?

36:15 What are the cons of scheduling?

37:50 Combatting the lack of movement & exercise.

39:25 How can you keep yourself disciplined?

41:25 How do you know if working from home is right for you? Where can you find remote positions?