Nurses Uncorked

Dec 10 2024 79 ep. 59 mins 11

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Welcome to ”Nurses Uncorked,” your go-to podcast for all things nursing! Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting your nursing journey, we’ve got something for everyone. Tune in as we discuss the latest trends in healthcare, share personal stories from the front lines, provide tips and tricks to help you thrive in your career, and make you laugh all at the same time. So grab your stethoscope and a cocktail, and join us on ”Nurses Uncorked”!

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Episode 78: Exposing the Travel Nurse Industry - Part 2

Dec 10 2024 83 mins

Part 2 In this continuation of episode 77, Nurses Uncorked welcomes Andrew Craig, a nurse turned travel nurse recruiter, and Marian Weber, a veteran travel nurse, to expose the secrets of the travel nursing industry. Travelers often feel distrust towards recruiters due to pay discrepancies and lack of transparency. Advocacy for nurses can be overshadowed by agency priorities and a

Episode 77: Exposing the Travel Nurse Industry - Part 1

Dec 03 2024 81 mins

PART 1 Nurses Uncorked welcomes Andrew Craig, a nurse turned travel nurse recruiter, and Marian Weber, a veteran travel nurse, to expose the secrets of the travel nursing industry. The conversation focuses on bill rates, setting profit margins, the impact of Managed Service Providers (MSPs), overtime rates, and nonbillable training hours. The dialogue emphasizes the need for transp

EP 76: Navigating the Changing Landscape of the Labor Movement

Nov 26 2024 74 mins

In this episode of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Erica and Nurse Jessica welcome Sarah Hughes from Labor Notes to discuss the current state of the labor movement. Labor Notes is the premier resource for rank-and-file members and union organizers. With the labor movement seeing a resurgence of interest and participation, Sarah lends her expertise on how healthcare workers are increasingly

EP 75: Storytelling in Nursing With Andrew White, Creator of 'Meanwhile in the Breakroom'

Nov 19 2024 74 mins

In this episode Nurse Jessica and Nurse Erica interview Andrew White, creator of the 'Meanwhile In the Breakroom' Series on TikTok and Instagram, and a seasoned nurse and social media content creator. They discuss Andrew's journey from CNA to ICU nurse and the public perception of nurses leading to unrealistic expectations. The conversation touches on toxic management, the role of

EP 74: Long Term Care Dark Secrets: What They Don't Tell You - Part 2

Nov 12 2024 60 mins

Part 2 In part two of this two-part series, Nurse Jessica and Nurse Erica welcome back Matthew, an RN with a background in psychiatric nursing, home health, and wound care, who is also a social media nurse influencer. He shares his experiences and insights into the corruption and challenges of protecting seniors in long-term care. They discuss staffing requirements, regulatory comp

EP 73: Long Term Care Dark Secrets: What They Don't Tell You - Part 1

Nov 05 2024 74 mins

Part 1 In part one of this two-part series of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Jessica and Nurse Erica welcome back Matthew, a registered nurse with a background in psychiatric nursing, home health care and wound care. They discuss the harsh realities in long-term care facilities, including regulatory compliance and the increasing use of non-clinicians in traditionally skilled nursing roles.

EP 72: What Is A Forensic Nurse Examiner?

Oct 29 2024 54 mins

This conversation explores the critical role of forensic nursing and SANE nursing. This week's guest is Kalen Knight, a forensic nursing specialist who works as a SANE nurse and a medicolegal death investigator. He discusses the development of a forensic nursing program aimed at supporting healthcare professionals who experience violence, the barriers to implementing such programs,

EP 71: The Shocking Truth Behind Organ Donation!

Oct 22 2024 82 mins

Trigger Warning: Episode Involves Organ Donation Complications Information presented is alleged and under ongoing investigation. In this episode of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Erica and Nurse Jessica discuss the controversial case of Anthony "T.J." Hoover, who was declared brain dead but later showed signs of consciousness during the organ donation process. The conversation delves int

EP 70: Hurricane Preparedness: Supporting Nurses in Times of Crisis

Oct 15 2024 56 mins

In this engaging conversation, Nurse Jessica Sites and Nurse Erica discuss a variety of topics surrounding Hurricane Milton and challenges nurses face during crisis situations. They dive into hurricane preparedness and the difficult decisions surrounding evacuation. They also touch on the impact of natural disasters on healthcare workers and highlight community relief efforts aimed

EP 69: Hurricane Helene and the Catastrophic Impact on the Medical Community

Oct 08 2024 71 mins

In this episode of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Jessica and Nurse Erica welcome Marla Barthen, a seasoned nurse with experience in critical care and community health. They discuss the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on communities and healthcare in North Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky, highlighting the challenges faced by nurses during natural disasters. Search and rescue operat