Stories from Black Nurse Leaders
Nurse Executive Podcast
This episode, part of a series honoring Black History Month, features a discussion with members of the Network of Black Male Nurse Leaders. Dr. Bim Akintade, Dr. Michael Cary, Dr. Derrick Glymph, Dr. Ernest J. Grant, and Dr. Michael Jones share their personal journeys into nursing, challenges they faced as black men in a predominantly female—and sometimes racially biased—profession, and their leadership experiences. The discussion highlights the importance of mentorship, resilience, authenticity, and advocacy for equity and representation in nursing leadership.
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Faculty-Guided AI Chatbots for Nursing Education
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Lindsay Iverson, DNP, APRN-NP, ACNP-BC, CHSE, an associate professor at Creighton University College of Nursing. They discuss Creighton’s RX24 chatbot, designed to help nursing students master challenging antimicrobial pharmacology content by providing 24/7 evidence-based tutoring and feedback, and plans to expand its scope and accessibility. They also explore broader applications of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots and avatars in healthcare education and clinical practice, which aim to improve student outcomes, knowledge retention, and...
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Integrated Health Solutions
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Rich Bajner, a managing director and leader of BRG’s Integrated Health Solutions practice. They explore current trends and challenges in the healthcare industry, emphasizing the importance of integrated health solutions and collaboration among providers and insurers. Their discussion highlights the evolving roles of clinical leadership, impact of demographic changes, and need for innovative business models to address workforce and care delivery demands.
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Finding Joy as a Nurse Leader
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Susan Stacey, MBA, RN, FACHE, chief executive of the Providence Inland Northwest Washington Service Area. They discuss strategies to sustain joy and resilience in demanding healthcare leadership roles, including focusing on solutions rather than problems occurring in the workplace.
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Low-Cost Workplace Violence-Prevention Tactics
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with David Corbin, CPP, CHPA, owner and principal consultant at Dynamic Security Strategies, LLC. They discuss his recent white paper “Ten Low to No Cost Ways to Prevent Violence” and topics including reporting violence; creating a supportive environment between staff and teams; and utilizing human resources, security, or an employee assistance program (EAP) when necessary.
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Improving Sepsis Outcomes
Nurse Executive Podcast
Nick Chmielewski speaks with Garrett Hartinger, DNP, APRN, AGCNS-BC, emergency department clinical nurse specialist at Henry Ford Warren Hospital in Warren, Michigan. They discuss improving sepsis outcomes, as sepsis is the leading cause of death in American hospitals. Dr. Hartinger explains that verifying the completion of SCP1 standards of care—the comprehensive approach to the management of sepsis—is an important initial step.
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Market Trends in Mental Health Care
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Bryan Cote, a managing director on BRG’s Healthcare Transactions & Strategy team. They discuss market trends and factors affecting mental health, including cost, treatment, models, and developments over the years.
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Developing the Middle Manager
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski welcomes back James Ballinghoff DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, chief nurse executive (CNE) of the University of Pennsylvania Health System and assistant dean for Clinical Practice at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. They discuss leadership development strategies for the middle manager, including attending conferences, enrolling in online courses, earning advanced degrees, and mentorship.
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Men in Nursing
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Ernest J. Grant, PhD, DSc(h), RN, FADLN, FAAN, vice dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Duke University School of Nursing. He is a past president—and the first male to serve in this position—of the American Nurses Association. They discuss Ernest’s personal perspective and the impact of being a male nurse, who make up about 12 percent of the nursing population.
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Leveraging Clinical Nurse Specialists for Organizational Success
Nurse Executive Podcast
In this Clinical Nurse Specialist Week episode, Nick Chmielewski speaks with Rick Bassett, MSN, RN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, FCNS, LSSGB, president of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS). They discuss leveraging clinical nurse specialists for organizational success, starting with creating workflows and protocols and ensuring staff has the tools, knowledge, and resources to succeed. Additionally, incorporating mentorship programs allows nursing staff to build professional and personal relationships.
info_outlineNick Chmielewski speaks with Alan Vierling, DNP, RN, CENP, a former administrator at Alaska Native Medical Center, the referral center for Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. They discuss leadership approaches when working with vulnerable patient populations, including listening to patients and understanding environmental impacts—in this case, food insecurity.