Nursing Insights

Mar 24 2025 24 ep. 27 mins 2
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The New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN) – the nursing workforce center for NJ – presents the Nursing Insights podcast. Hosted by Stephanie Olaso, a New Jersey registered nurse, the program features conversations with nurses from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds, each discussing the nature of their profession.

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24 | The Nursing Workforce Crisis – Data, Challenges, and Solutions for the Future

Mar 24 2025 19 mins  
The nursing profession is facing a critical shortage, and today’s episode of Nursing Insights dives deep into the latest New Jersey Nursing Data and Analysis Report for 2025. Dr. Edna Cadmus, Executive Director of the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN), and Dr. Daria Waszak, Assistant Director, join us to discuss the state of the nursing workforce, the shortages

23 | Addressing Workplace Violence in Nursing with Kathleen McCarthy

Feb 23 2025 44 mins  
In this episode of the Nursing Insights Podcast, host Stephanie Olaso speaks with Kathleen McCarthy, a seasoned psychiatric mental health nurse and educator, about the pressing issue of workplace violence in healthcare. With over 50 years of experience in nursing, Kathleen sheds light on the growing concerns of aggression and violence that nurses face from patients, visitors, and e

22 | Exposing the Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Nurses with Dr. Carol Ash, Part 2

Nov 11 2024 30 mins  
In this episode of the Nursing Insights Podcast, host Stephanie Olaso continues her discussion with Dr. Carol Ash about the critical issue of sleep deprivation among nurses, particularly those working night shifts. Dr. Ash sheds light on the historical and cultural factors that contribute to a healthcare environment where fatigue and drowsy driving are common risks. They discuss th

21 | Drowsy Nurses: The Hidden Risks of Night Shifts and Sleep Deprivation with Dr. Carol Ash, Part 1

Nov 02 2024 26 mins  
In this eye-opening episode of the Nursing Insights Podcast, host Stephanie Olaso talks to Dr. Carol Ash, a sleep medicine specialist, about the dangerous effects of sleep deprivation on nurses, particularly those working night shifts. From micro-sleeps that can occur on the drive home to long-term health risks, Dr. Ash highlights why sleep health is essential in nursing. Special g

20 | Nurse Advocacy 101: How You Can Make a Difference in Healthcare Legislation

Oct 14 2024 25 mins  
In this episode of Nursing Insights, we dive into the world of nurse advocacy and explore how it plays a crucial role in protecting and advancing the nursing profession. Judy Schmidt, CEO of the New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA), returns to share her insights on how nurses can influence legislation, advocate for their profession, and the vital laws that have been passed t

19 | Assisted Living: A Day in the life of a Director of Nursing, Carmen Dalton

Sep 02 2024 30 mins  

18 | NJCCN/Vizient acute care residency program with Michele Roberts, Lorraine Kane, and Doretha Joy Bray

Aug 26 2024 34 mins  
Learn about the NJCCN/Vizient acute care residency program with Michele Roberts, EdD, RN, CNE, CHSE, Lorraine Kane, MSN, RN, CEN, and Doretha Joy Bray, MSN-Edu, RN, CMSRN.

17 | 2024 NJ Nursing Summit Part 3, MaryJo Loughlin talks about mentoring.

Jul 08 2024 24 mins  
In our latest episode, we speak about recruitment and mentorship in the nursing sector with MaryJo Loughlin, Administrative Director, Clinical Program Development at Hunterdon Medical Center.

16 | 2024 NJ Nursing Summit Part 2, Nurse Recruitment 

Jun 13 2024 29 mins  
Continuing our, 3-part episode, an all-star cast of nurse leaders – Dr. Edna Cadmus, Nancy Fitterer, Charles Larobis, Mary Jo Loughlin, and Judy Schmidt – reflect on insights from the 2024 NJ Nursing Summit, and in this episode, they focus on the importance of nurse recruitment.

15 | 2024 NJ Nursing Summit Part 1, NPI Numbers

May 15 2024 17 mins  
In this special, 3-part episode, an all-star cast of nurse leaders – Dr. Edna Cadmus PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Nancy Fitterer MA, Charles Larobis RN, BSN, CDP, CADDCT, IPCO, Mary Jo Loughlin RN, MAS, NE-BC , and Judy Schmidt DHA, MSN, RN– reflect on insights from the 2024 NJ Nursing Summit, held this past January.