Nursettes at their best

Rita Walker, RN, MSN discusses all about SNF from skilled facilities getting a bad rap to the lack of recognition of CNAs on the floor.  The importance of Title 22 and New Grads and typical issues on the floor during medpass.  Soon to be Dr. Rita Walker also sheds light on nurses advancing their careers in the healthcare industry.

Speaking to Lisa Hull, RN, Infection Control & PICC Nurse who is in charge of the PICC Program at a hospital were she works speaks on hand washing techniques,C-DIFF, PPE protocol and nurses who want to pursue an incredible skill in being a PICC nurse.

Guest Speaker LiliBeth Mullen, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - Laboratory Director shares her views in communicating with the nurses on the floor on the importance of critical lab values, blood transfusions and drawng blood from the PICC/Midline versus peripheral line.

Guest Speaker Susan Howard, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Director shares her views on Medication Errors which is one of the biggest issues with nurses in healthcare.  Susan also elaborates on the Antimicrobials Stewardship Program and seeking solutions to help expand the nurses knowledge along with the Interdisciplinary approach to decrease med erors.  (A correction in interviewing where she is on episode 5 instead of 6).  

Guest speaker Dr. Vance Roget Medical MD who specializes in PMR (Pain Medicine Relocation) speaks on pain management, the Opiod Crisis and Cannibis in helping to aid pain managment.

Guest Speaker Philip Rushing - Director of Rehab Operations speaks on effective ways nurses and the Interdisciplinary Team can communicate better for patient-centered care. Topics such as scheduling pain managment prior to physical and occupational therapy and what is expected of the physical and occupational therapy team in handling patients on the floor.

Guest speaker Melania Howard, RN, Woundcare Specialist speaks about issues on the floor with new grads and seasoned nurses  Topics ranges from management of care with dressing changes, pressure ulcers and documentation. 

Speaking with Ana Dubois, CNA discussing issues on the floor between the CNAs and their nurses. (Us vs Them)

Petrina "Pj" Beugre, RN, MSN, Informatics Nurse Specialist (Host) shares her views briefly on the world of Informatics.  Future episodes and video forum coming soon on various topics including a more in depth on the Informatics world.

Guest Speaker Glenda Gagante, DNP, MPH,FNP-BC,RN shares her views on the workflow process in L&D, and the importance of nurses enhancing their expertise with having a certificate in this specialty.  She elaborates on the steps for having an effective Mock Drill in L&D and making sure that nurses are given the support of what is needed on the floor.