Videos
From Clinic to COVID ICU: One Nurse's Story with Macy Hall MSN RN [VID]
In this video podcast, Adrianne sits down with nurse and former co-worker Macy Hall. 2020 has thrown Macy a number of challenges. One of those challenges was being reassigned from her outpatient clinic job to her hospital’s emergency COVID ICU. Though Macy has previous relevant bedside experience, it’s been a while and it’s been a challenge to re-acclimate to the world of acute care. Macy lays down the truth in this raw interview.
Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Patients with Jeannie Gainsburg [VID]
In this episode, we keep the allyship theme alive. This time Adrianne talks with social worker, advocate, and author of the book The Savvy Ally, Jeannie Gainsburg. Jeannie opens up about her call to allyship, what that means, and her desire to share what she has learned through her book, website, and educational videos. Join them as they open talks about creating safe spaces in healthcare for members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning community.
White Allyship in Action with Jaime Fregeau, BSN RN [VID]
In this episode, Adrianne welcomes returning guest Jamie Fregeau, creator and host of the nursing podcast First Do No Harm. Jamie and Adrianne recorded this conversation on Election Day 2020, marking the day with an important, yet uncomfortable topic. They're going to talk about the work to be continuously better allies to the Black community and all communities of color through words and actions.
Adrianne's Favorite NCLEX Review App | Nursing School Study Prep by Pocket Prep
In this video, Adrianne reviews the Nursing School Study Prep App by Pocket Prep - specifically the NCLEX-RN review portion of the app. In this unsponsored video, Adrianne walks you through the user interface and features of the Premium version of the app, which Pocket Prep
The Power of Our Collective Voice: Nursing One with Judith Kimchi-Woods, PhD, RN, MBA, CPHQ [VID]
In this episode, Adrianne welcomes Judith Kimchi-Woods, the President of the Chamberlain University College of Nursing Columbus campus and CEO of Nursing One, which will be the focus of today’s show. Judy talks about how she created the non-profit Nursing One from a desire to see a unified voice for all nurses to advance issues that affect nurses in all settings.
Pediatric Cannabis Nursing: A Chat with Vanessa Peck of Elevated Healing [VID]
In this episode, Adrianne chats with Vanessa Peck, a Pediatric Cannabis Nurse in Vermont. We’re here to talk about the promise and potential of treating life-altering and life-limiting childhood conditions with the very controversial, very versatile cannabis plant. Open your mind and desire to learn as you listen to this conversation about the world of Cannabis for Kids.
4 Ways to Handle Overwhelm with Sandra Payne, Certified Wellness Coach [VID]
In this video episode, Adrianne sits down with her first Canadian guest, Sandra Payne, former NICU nurse and certified wellness coach. Sandra comes to us from Prince George, BC, . She shares how she learned to handle overwhelm in the different areas of her life, strategies for forming good habits, and Kundalini yoga: - what is it and how has it affected her well-being, and more.
New Nurses! Step into Your Power! with Jannel Gooden, BSN, RN [VID]
In this episode, Adrianne tries to control her fangirling long enough to welcome nurse, educator, and coach Jannel Gooden of Novice is the New Nurse. As the title gives away, Jannel is on a mission to help new nurses step into their power. Jannel brings such light to this episode and Adrianne is confident that you’ll feel the inspiration and calm she projects.
Community Mental Health Nursing Post-COVID with Renee DuShane
In this episode, Adrianne welcomes a returning guest, community mental health nurse Renee DuShane Well, Renee is back to share more about how she bounces back - this time as a community-based health professional in the middle of a pandemic.
When It's Time to Go: Life Beyond Nursing with former ICU nurse Yolanda Russell [VID]
Many people say nursing is a calling. What if you’re no longer hearing that call? Adrianne welcomes former nurse Yolanda Russell to talk about her journey through nursing, her decision to leave the profession, and how she made the transition to entrepreneurship and her own business.
Providing Compassionate Care: Chatting with Marcus Engel {VID}
In this video episode, Adrianne has a lovely chat with author, public speaker, and founder of the not-for-profit I'm Here Movement, Marcus Engel. Marcus shares his own unique healthcare perspective and talks about how he harnessed his traumatic experiences to improve care for other patients.
Covid-19 & Nursing, the Shortage, and Free CEs with Iman Abuzeid, MD of Incredible Health
In this episode, Adrianne welcomes Dr. Iman Abuzeid, CEO and co-founder of Incredible Health, a career marketplace for connecting hospitals to nursing talent.
They cover a variety of topics including the worsening nursing shortage in which we are expected to be 1 million nurses short by 2024, hiring demand and the problems with the antiquated system nurses use to apply to jobs, and how COVID-19 is affecting nurses.
[VID] COVID-19 & the Navajo Nation with Loreen Curley, DNP, ARNP
In this episode, Adrianne welcomes Nurse Practitioner Dr. Loreen Curley. She comes with an important message about the effect COVID is having upon her community, the Navajo Nation.
They discuss the location and history of the Nation, why the Dine people have been so disproportionately affected by this pandemic, and what can be done to help.
Floor Nurse Trains in ICU/Getting a Covid test | Vlog 18
In this crazy pandemic, all nurses are being called to prepare and Adrianne is no exception. She starts training in the ICU in case they need help when COVID-19 patients peak at her hospital.
Stepping Up the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Response, Social Distancing, A Message to Gen Z | Vlog 17
Adrianne is just one nurse on the fringes of this global fight and in this vlog, she talks about what she's doing in self-quarantine, how she's trying to keep germs out of her home when she leaves work, the ways to keep communication open with partners in close quarters, and how she's handling money. Then follow her to work as the hospital begins to ramp up its protective measures.
Early Days of Covid-19 in Iowa | Follow Me Around | Vlog 16
Follow Adrianne around and hear some of her thoughts as her hospital starts taking precautions against COVID-19. From screening at the doors to self-isolation off the clock, hear about changes in Adrianne's professional and private life as an early response to this global emergency. More to come as this situation unfolds.
Car Chat, Precepting Student Reflection, Night Meetings | Vlog 15:
Adrianne gets chatty in the car... hands-free, y'all! She unloads some thoughts on doing assessments with and in front of preceptees and students, how she assesses people on shift, and how she plans to break it down for her student. Then follow her around through the rest of the week.
RocketBook Unboxing - Smart Reusable Notebook Set
Adrianne gets her new favorite gadget in the mail and she wants to share the unboxing with you. Watch as she opens her new RocketBook Smart Reusable Notebook Set.
Vlog 14: Working Sick, Student Precepting, Drawing Blood, and a Fresh Mani
Join Adrianne as she wipes the slate clean and tries to get her sh!tt together. She car chats about being a new nursing student preceptor and teaching on the job. You also get to join her as she sports a mask during her entire shift and put labs in her armpits. Watch to find out what that means.
Goal Setting with Q the Nurse
Q and Adrianne talk about a hot topic this time of year. That’s right, they’re talking all about setting 2020 Goals. Though Adrianne and Q are entirely different people when it comes to setting and achieving goals, they agree on some things. Which one of them do you think is a planner and which of them flies by the seat of their pants? You gotta listen to find out.