In this interview episode, I’m joined by Kelly, a nurse practitioner with a truly inspiring journey. Kelly currently works as an NP in an outpatient neurology clinic. We explore her path to becoming an NP and how she is able to help patients recovering from brain injuries, epilepsy and other common neurological conditions. She also shares a day in her role, walking us through a typical shift in her clinic. Additionally, Kelly shares her personal experience with a traumatic brain injury and how it has shaped her compassionate approach to patient care. Whether you’re thinking about specializing in neurology as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner, or are simply curious about the field, Kelly offers great advice and meaningful insights.

Kelly's website: https://kellytuttle.org/

This is an interview with Joyce, a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in endocrinology. She tells us her journey into this specialty and tells us what it’s like to run her own clinic, such as what her day-to-day tasks and cases look like. She shares valuable advice for aspiring endocrinology nurses, highlighting the top three things to know about the specialty and the key hormonal imbalances they should be well-acquainted with. Joyce also discusses the differences between outpatient and inpatient endocrine care, patient education strategies, and a challenging case she successfully navigated in her clinic. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about what it’s like to pursue endocrinology nursing or to run your own clinic.
Joyce's book: https://www.amazon.com/Play-Large-At-Life-Failure/dp/B0CW2PBJRH

In this episode, we sit down with Mike, a seasoned social worker and author, to explore the vital role of nurses in leadership. Mike shares his perspective on why the world needs more helping professionals in charge, highlighting the unique qualities that make nurses natural leaders. We also dive into the often-overlooked importance of financial well-being for nurses and how it can amplify their impact. Mike offers practical advice for new nurses and students on developing leadership skills from the start of their careers. Finally, he explains the significance of recognizing and celebrating peer leadership. Be sure to listen in if you're looking for practical steps to grow as a nurse leader!

Link for Michael's book: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781475868319/Doing-Good-and-Doing-Well-Inspiring-Helping-Professionals-to-Become-Leaders-in-Their-Organizations