Nurses Uncorked - A Nursing Podcast Delivering Nursing News

EP 117: Nurses in Politics

In this conversation, Nurse Erica welcomes Oregon State Representative Travis Nelson to discuss his journey from nursing to politics. They discuss the importance of empowering nurses to run for office to affect legislation and healthcare reform. They explore the challenges nurses face today, including workplace violence and the need for better staffing ratios. Rep. Nelson shares his legislative achievements, including bills focused on unemployment insurance for striking workers, workplace safety, school nursing standards, and the ability for nurses to bill for Medicaid. The discussion emphasizes the importance of union involvement and the need for nurses to engage in politics to advocate for their profession and patients.
 
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Rep. Travis Nelson RN:
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facebook/RepTravisNelson
X.com/IamTravisNelson
bsky.app/travisnelson.bsky.social
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Representative Travis Nelson
07:25 The Importance of Nurses in Politics
08:30 Current Challenges Facing Nurses in Oregon
09:15 Legislators' Misconceptions About Nursing
11:18 AI in Nursing - Protecting the Title of Nurse
12:45 Safe Staffing Law in Oregon
15:22 Hospital Disclosure of Cost of Scab Nurses
17:55 Support for Striking Workers
20:00 Hannah's Law and School Nursing
24:15 Violence Against Nurses: Three Strikes Felony
25:40 Empowering Nurses Through Direct Billing
28:20 The Role of Unions in Nursing
32:14 Collaboration Between Unions and Legislators
33:25 LGBTQIA+ and Diversity in Politics
38:55 Enema of the Week Award
43:25 Advice for Nurses Entering Politics
48:05 Public Misconceptions About Nursing
49:57 Vision for the Future of Healthcare
51:45 Connecting with Representative Nelson
 
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EP 116: "Nursing was too Hard, so I Went to Medical School"

"Nursing was too Hard, so I Went to Medical School"
In this conversation, Nurse Erica and interviews Nurse Rachel MD (TikTok, Instagram), a nurse who made the decision to go back to school and is now a physician. They discuss the career transition and unique journey of transitioning from nursing to medicine. Rachel shares her experiences, challenges, and insights gained from her nursing background as she now navigates residency. The discussion covers the differences in education, the impact of social media on professional identity, and the disparities in income between nursing and residency. Rachel also offers valuable advice and encouragement for nurses considering a similar path, emphasizing the importance of believing in oneself and recognizing nursing as a strong foundation for pursuing medicine.
 
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Nurse Rachel MD:
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instagram/nurse.rachel.md
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Guest, Nurse Rachel MD 
02:12 Rachel's Background
04:40 Reactions from Colleagues
05:34 The Last Shift
07:05 The Transition: Challenges and Advantages
11:00 Which is Harder: Nursing or Medical School?
13:25 Challenges in Residency
14:50 Misconceptions Between the Professions
18:00 Income Disparity
19:40 Social Media Presence in Healthcare
22:20 Dating Content
27:00 Bridging the Gap: Nurses and Doctors Together
32:00 Enema of the Week Award
35:43 Advice for Nurses Considering Medical School
 
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EP 115: Straight Out of the Headlines: Board of Nursing Injustices

In this conversation, Nurse Erica interviews Amy Siple, a Nurse Practitioner who faces severe consequences from the Kansas Board of Nursing after an unintentional lapse in her nursing license. Amy shares her journey, detailing the challenges she faced, the emotional toll of the investigation, and the broader implications for nurses everywhere. The discussion highlights the punitive culture within nursing boards, the need for oversight, and the importance of advocacy and support among nurses. There is need for reform and legislative action in how nursing boards operate and discipline nurses. Nurses need to be aware of the consequences of unprofessional conduct. Communication with the Board of Nursing should be approached with caution. Awareness and education about the board's processes are crucial for nurses. Amy's story serves as a call to action for the nursing community to unite and stand against injustices within the profession.
 
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Amy Siple:
amysiple.com
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Amy Siple's Case
04:18 Amy's Nursing Background and Career
06:52 The License Renewal Incident
09:15 It Can Happen to Anyone
10:55 Initial Response from the Kansas Board of Nursing
12:34 Consequences of Consent Agreements & Unprofessional Conduct Label
17:48 The Escalation of the Situation
26:45 The Role of the House Select Committee on Government Oversight
30:50 Testifying and the Impact of the Case
34:20 Other Nurses' Stories and Systemic Issues
42:35 Understanding Unprofessional Conduct
46:55 The Need for Reform in Nursing Boards
50:14 Personal Costs of Fighting the System
54:14 The Ongoing Battle Against Nursing Board Retaliation
55:20 Administrative Judge Ruling Setback 
59:50 Proposed Reforms for Nursing Boards
1:03:29 Safe Harbor
1:04:17 Advocacy and Support Among Nurses
1:07:16 Enema of the Week Award
1:09:27 The Impact of Nursing Board Actions on Mental Health
1:12:30 Multi-State Licenses Can Be More Harmful Than Helpful
1:13:28 Take Away
 
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EP 114: $951 Million Birth Injury Verdict: Sleeping Doctor Blamed!

Straight Out Of The Headlines!!
In this episode, Nurse Erica interviews Anyssa Zancanella, who shares her harrowing experience during labor and delivery, which led to significant health challenges for her daughter, Azaylee. The conversation delves into the medical negligence faced, the subsequent legal battle against Steward Health, and the emotional toll it has taken on their family. Anyssa discusses the verdict of their case, the implications for healthcare accountability, and the ongoing journey of raising a medically fragile child. The episode emphasizes the importance of maternal health advocacy and the need for systemic change in healthcare. The verdict was a moment of accountability for the healthcare system.
 
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facebook/AzayleesJourney
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction 
02:20 Azalea's Current Condition
06:14 Criticism Around Judgement Amount
09:34 Failure to Act
13:57 Conflict with Nursing Staff
17:23 Lack of Experience
20:09 Pitocin Administration Concerns
22:15 C-section Delays and the OBGYN
37:14 Judicial Reactions 
40:00 Legal Battles and Accountability
45:28 Enema of the Week Award
48:29 The Impact of the Verdict
51:55 Steward Health's Failure to Participate 
54:10 Public Backlash 
58:05 Sharing the Journey and Raising Awareness
 
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EP 113: Surviving the Camp Fire with Nurse Nichole Jolly

In this conversation, Nurse Erica interviews Nichole Jolly, a nurse who survived the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in California. The new movie, Faith in the Flames: the Nichole Jolly Story depicts her story. Nichole shares her personal experience including evacuating the hospital and getting caught in her car surrounded by flames. The discussion includes the challenges of balancing her nursing duties with her instinct to protect her family, and the aftermath of the disaster. She reflects on the importance of disaster preparedness, the emotional toll of the event, and her journey towards healing and resilience. The conversation also touches on the adaptation of her story into a movie, highlighting the impact of the wildfire on her
community and her nursing career.
 
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Lifetime's Faith in Flames: The Nichole Jolly Story:
lifetime.com/faith-in-the-flames:nichole-jolly-story
primevideo/Faith-in-the-Flames-Nichole-Jollly
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Nicole Jolly's Story
01:55 Cocktail of the Week
04:12 Nicole's Nursing Journey
06:45 The Day of the Camp Fire
08:50 Evacuation Protocols in Action
16:40 Trapped in the Flames
18:37 Saying Goodbye
24:20 Finding a Way Out
28:36 Back to the Hospital
40:23 The Aftermath: Coping with Trauma and Survivor's Guilt
43:45 The Story Behind the Story: From Real Life to Film
52:18 Enema of the Week Award
55:52 Lessons Learned: Disaster Preparedness and Community Resilience
 
Cocktail of the Week:
Amusant Pink Moscato wine
www.amusantbubbly.com
 
House Select Committee: Kansas Board of Nursing;
youtube/9-8-25 session
youtube/7-29-25_Hearing
 
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EP 112: NCLEX and the Crisis in Nursing Education

In this episode, Nurse Erica welcomes Dr. Julie Siemers DNP, MSN, RN to discuss the critical issues surrounding nursing education, patient safety, and the alarming trends in new graduate nurses' preparedness. The NCLEX pass rate has dropped to an all-time low and only 9% of new graduate nurses are deemed safe and competent. They explore the impact of recent and upcoming changes to the NCLEX exam and the phenomenon of diminishing experience among new grad nurses since COVID-19. The conversation includes the integrity challenges of cheating in nursing programs and nurses failing to perform patient assessments. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for reform in nursing curriculum to ensure new graduates' clinical judgement and patient safety.
 
Sponsors:
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Dr. Julie Siemers DNP, MSN, RN:
drjuliesiemers.com 
TedX/drjuliesiemers
tiktok/drjuliesiemers
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Chapters:
00:00 Show Introduction
01:21 Cocktail of the Week
02:59 Guest Introduction - Dr. Julie Siemers
05:30 The Impact of NCLEX Changes on New Graduates
06:29 Competency Concerns Among New Grad Nurses
08:24 The Phenomenon of Diminishing Experience
11:12 Failure to Rescue
13:20 Lowering Standards in Nursing Schools
19:14 Teaching to the Test: Implications for Nursing Education
24:10 Nurse Bullying or Gaps in Critical Thinking?
29:10 The Future of Nursing Education and NCLEX
33:25 The Cheating Epidemic in Nursing School
36:34 NCLEX at Home
41:40 The Importance of Patient Assessment
53:03 Enema of the Week Award
55:30 Wrap Up
 
Cocktail of the Week: 
Vodka Cran with Red Bull:
1 1/2-2oz Vodka
2-3oz Cranberry Juice
Stir and pour over ice
Add 3-5oz Red Bull
Pour over drink and lightly stir
Garnish with lime or orange slice
 
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EP 111: From Duo to Solo: Navigating a Social Media Breakup with Colton Lord

In this conversation, Nurse Erica welcomes Colton Lord, a nurse social media influencer and host of the Club Nurse Podcast. They discuss the challenges of nursing, the impact of being a social media influencer, and the importance of mental health. They reflect on recent personal experiences including the transition from co-hosting to solo podcasting, and public social media "breakups". The discussion touches on the significance of understanding nursing unions and advocacy. Colton shares past stories from his nursing school and podcasting experiences. The discussion emphasizes the role of education and empowerment for personal growth and the value of openness about mental health struggles to foster community.
 
Sponsors:
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Colton Lord:
Colton Alan Lord-Instagram
Club Nurse Podcast
Tiktok/Nurse_Daddies
 
Chapters:
01:30 Introduction to Colton Lord
03:21 Navigating Social Media and Public Perception
06:05 The Fallout of Professional Partnerships
08:25 The Pain of Personal and Professional Loss
20:13 Reflections on Nursing Advocacy 
27:50 Nurse Erica's Why
30:20 The Dilemma of Reporting Medical Errors
33:43 Understanding Pediatric Hospice Care
40:49 Colton's Journey Through Seizures in Nursing School
48:36 The Evolution of Colton's Podcasting Journey
52:40 Enema of the Week Award
1:00:40 Patron Appreciation 
 
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Ep 110: Nurse Imposters: Autumn Bardisa, Shannon Womack & Thomasina Amponsah

Disclaimer:  This episode includes unsubstantiated information
 
In this episode, Nurse Erica and Guest, Matthew/@themassholemcguido delve into the alarming trend of nurse imposters and the systemic failures that allow these individuals to operate undetected. The discussion includes three cases of fake nurses who fraudulently practiced nursing without a license:  Autumn Bardisa, Shannon Womack and Thomasina Amponsah. These recent examples of identity theft and healthcare fraud are broken down in detail. The conversation highlights the implications of such fraud on patient safety, the healthcare system, and the trust placed in medical professionals. It also addresses the lack of accountability among employers and the need for stricter regulations and verification processes in the post Operation Nightingale climate. The public listing of nursing license numbers poses a security risk and accountability must extend to Boards of Nursing.
Sponsors:
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Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Sponsor, Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN. Healers Heart Assessment and Healers Heart Academy:  https://drlorrelaws.com 
Nursing our Healer's Heart: A Recovery Guide for Nurse Trauma & Burnout, by Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN:  Buy on Amazon
 
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Chapters:
00:55 Introduction
02:08 Cocktail of the Week
04:44 The Case of Autumn Bardisa
19:21 Nancy Drew - Squirrel
26:45 Death of a Cheerleader - Squirrel
34:20 The Case of Shannon Womack
36:55 Grey Gardens - Squirrel 
42:30 Publicly Listed License Numbers
44:15 The Case of Thomasina Amponsah
46:55 Systemic Failures and Proposed Solutions in Nursing Verification
54:30 Failure of the Boards of Nursing
55:39 The Consequences of Incompetence in Patient Care
1:06:25 Enema of the Week Award
1:10:00 Insurance Prior Auth Corruption
 
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Tiktok & Instagram: @themassholemcguido
 
Erica & Matthew's squirrel stories:
Death of a Cheerleader/IMDB
Nancy_Drew_books/Wikipedia
Grey Gardens/Amazon Prime
 
Cocktail of the Week:License on the Rocks:
3 oz Grape Vodka
Splash of Triple Sec
Splash of Club Soda
Mix and serve over ice
 
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EP 109: Navigating the Nursing Landscape with Stephanee Beggs

Stephanee Beggs MSN, RN joins Nurse Erica to discuss her new book, Debrief. They explore the multifaceted world of nursing, touching on personal journeys and the challenges of toxic work environments. Stephanee discusses the evolution of nursing education, the balance between being an influencer and a nurse, and future aspirations in the field. The guest shares her experiences with personal loss and how it shaped her professional growth, while also addressing the need for compassion and support within the nursing community.
 
Sponsors:
Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Sponsor, EKO HEALTH. You've haven't experienced a stethoscope until you've used an Eko stethoscope with advanced AI technology! Visit: ekohealth.com/uncorked
for $50 off and a free chest piece cover! 
 
Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Sponsor, Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN. Healers Heart Assessment and Healers Heart Academy:  https://drlorrelaws.com 
Nursing our Healer's Heart: A Recovery Guide for Nurse Trauma & Burnout, by Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN:  Buy on Amazon
 
Thank you to our Enema Award Sponsor, Happy Bum Co. Please visit https://happybumco.com/ and use promo code NURSESUNCORKED for 15% off your first bundle.
 
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Chapters:
00:50 Intro and Cocktail of the Week
02:30 Stephanee Beggs Introduction
03:30 The Journey from Business to Nursing
05:43 Personal Loss 
08:45 The Birth of RN Explained
10:21 Timing is Everything
11:55 Nurses Eating their Young
20:40 Forbes 30 Under Thirty
23:55 Examining Influencer Life
27:21 Balancing Bedside and Business Owner
29:30 Rapid Fire Nursing Questions
35:58 Challenges in Pediatric Nursing
38:45 Nursing Education in Different Countries
40:33 Future Aspirations and Projects
44:49 Enema Award: Fake Nurses
 
Stephanee Beggs MSN, RN:
rnexplained.com
instagram/stephaneebeggs
tiktok.com/stephbeggs
Debrief Available on Amazon
 
Cocktail of the Week:Mimosa:
1/2 oz Triple Sec Liqueur
1 1/2 oz orange juice
3 oz champagne
Stir and serve in chilled champagne flute. Garnish with orange slice or spiral.
 
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