Care to Lead
Care to Lead is your path to success! In Season 2, nursing leaders across a variety of settings and industries will share their candid stories, how they help spur nursing innovation in their respective fields and what nurses in any stage of their career can do to shape the present and future of nursing. The podcast is hosted by Dr. Barbara Seymour and brought to you by the Vizient Chief Nurse Executives Network.
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Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Dr. Cathleen Wheatley previously served as the first corporate nurse executive of Abu Dhabi Health Services Company in the United Arab Emirates, where she led 12 hospitals and 62 ambulatory clinics in improving patient outcomes and reducing harm. She has held positions of leadership across the healthcare C-suite and is a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.
In this episode, Barbara discusses Dr. Wheatley’s career path and the lessons that all nurses and healthcare professionals can learn from her journey.
Guest speaker:Dr. Cathleen Wheatley, DNP, RN, CENP, FAANPresidentAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[01:10] Dr. Wheatley’s current role and her path from traditional nursing to where she is today.
[03:52] Dr. Wheatley’s time in the United Arab Emirates: What she learned there and how it inspired her.
[12:06] The great sequela of the pandemic, and the next generation (and technology) in healthcare.
[17:06] Challenges and opportunities on the journey to becoming a nursing leader.
[21:33] Why Dr. Wheatley is happy to have chosen a career in nursing.
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Dr. Cathleen Wheatley's biographical information
Care to Lead’s email: Care_to_Lead_Podcast@vizientinc.com
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Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Rebecca Love is the Chief Clinical Officer at IntelyCare and President of the Society of Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs & Leaders (SONSIEL). She focuses on empowering nurses and creating communities that help nurses innovate and start businesses.
In this episode, Rebecca talks about her journey from a traditional nursing role to where she is today, and shares advice for others interested in doing the same.
Speaker:Rebecca Love, RN, BS, MSN, FIELChief Clinical Officer, IntelyCarePresident, SONSIEL: Society of Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Leaders
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[00:54] Rebecca discusses how her career evolved from bedside nursing into academia and a business role helping to drive solutions at the strategic level.
[02:57] The importance of allowing nurses to innovate, and how doing so benefits patients as well.
[07:57] Rebecca’s path to success in innovation and leadership, including the founding of SONSIEL.
[11:40] The biggest challenges Rebecca has overcome and how SONSIEL helps other nurses do the same.
[14:54] Rebecca’s thoughts on the future of nursing.
[18:30] Advice for nurses who want to start their own business or innovate in healthcare.
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Rebecca Love biographical information
Care to Lead’s email: Care_to_Lead_Podcast@vizientinc.com
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Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Christopher Blackwell joins this episode to discuss how he became a national expert on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer health. He discusses the social disparities in nursing he has experienced as a clinician and studied as an educator. He also acknowledges the obstacles he’s overcome and shares advice for others with similar aspirations.
Speaker:Christopher Blackwell, PhD, APRN, ANP-BC, AGACNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, FAANAssociate Professor, College of NursingUniversity of Central Florida
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[01:26] Dr. Blackwell talks about his current role as an educator and clinician, and how his practice has evolved to enable him to do both.
[05:34] Why Dr. Blackwell chose nursing as his career.
[09:31] Dr. Blackwell discusses his observations of and research into social disparities in nursing.
[16:41] Challenges Dr. Blackwell faced in his career, as well as the support afforded by his current workplace.
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Dr. Christopher Blackwell's biographical information
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Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Dr. Diana Mason is the Senior Policy Service Professor for the Center for Health Policy and Media Engagement at George Washington University School of Nursing. She is also a past president of the American Academy of Nursing and the former editor-in-chief of The American Journal of Nursing.
In this episode, Dr. Mason discusses her career, current issues facing the nursing profession and what the future might hold.
Guest speaker:Diana J. Mason, PhD, RN, FAANSenior Policy Service Professor for the Center for Health Policy and Media EngagementGeorge Washington University School of Nursing
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[00:58] Diana’s current role, “preferment,” and the path that led to her focus today
[03:58] Addressing the lack of visibility of nurses in the news media and educating journalists and healthcare organizations about missed opportunities.
[08:55] Interprofessionalism and leadership: overcoming obstacles as a nursing influencer
[11:56] The future of nursing and healthcare: moving upstream and building healthier communities
[15:01] How can nurses can be strong, vocal advocates and leaders in healthcare
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Dr. Diana Mason biographical information
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Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Dr. Mary Lou Sole is the Dean of the University of Central Florida, College of Nursing and is a certified critical care nurse specialist. She has three decades of experience researching the prevention of complications and improving outcomes of critically ill ventilated patients.
In this episode Dr. Sole discusses her career journey and shares her thoughts on nursing education and its future.
Speaker:Mary Lou Sole, PhD, RN, CCNS, CNL, FAAN, FCCMDean, College of NursingUniversity of Central FloridaOrlando Health Endowed Chair in Nursing,UCF Pegasus Professor
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[01:28] Dr. Sole discusses her position as the Dean of the College of Nursing at UCF and how her career evolved to this point.
[05:50] Dr. Sole talks about how she helps prepare nurses for professional practice.
[09:35] Changes in nursing education — what’s changed and what’s stayed the same
[13:03] Challenges Dr. Sole’s career path that she’s overcame and is learning to overcome.
[15:19] The future of nursing and healthcare
[16:42] Advice for working with the new generation of nursing students
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Dr. Mary Lou Sole's biographical information
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Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Dr. Ernest Grant is the 36th President of the American Nurses Association and is recognized as an international expert on burn care and fire safety. In this episode he discusses his path to nursing leadership, including how he developed a specialty in burn care, as well as his hopes for the future of the nursing profession.
Speaker:Ernest Grant, PhD, FAANPresidentAmerican Nurses Association
Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Show Notes:
[01:15] Dr. Grant discusses how he got into nursing and how he found his calling as an advocate for patients as well as for the nursing profession
[03:37] Dr. Grant describes the evolution of his expertise in burn care including crisis response after 9-11 and during the Afghan War
[08:53] Earning and advocating for his seat at the table in a profession dominated by women.
[10:54] Hopes for the future of nursing and healthcare
[14:33] Dr. Grant’s advice for those who are pursuing a path to nursing leadership
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Dr. Ernest Grant's biographical link
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Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
In Season 2 of Care to Lead, nursing leaders across a variety of settings and industries will share their leadership journey, how they help spur nursing innovation in their respective fields and what nurses in any stage of their career can do to shape the present and future of nursing.
Moderator:Nicole Gruebling, DNP, RN, NEA-BCVice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
Season 2 Moderator:Barbara Seymour, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPPSAssociate Vice President, Member ConnectionsVizient
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Dr. Barbara Seymour's biography
Care to Lead’s email: Care_to_Lead_Podcast@vizientinc.com
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Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Judy Rich, President/CEO Tucson Medical Center, discusses her unique career path from nursing to President/CEO with host Nicole Gruebling. Judy tells of the highs and lows of her journey and gives practical insights on how others might be able to navigate their transition into a leadership role.
Guest speakers:
Judy Rich, RN, MSN
President/CEO
Tucson Medical Center
Moderator:
Nicole Gruebling, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Vice President, Member Networks
Vizient
Show Notes:
[01:02-1:55] What brought Judy to the CEO position in her unique career
[01:56-3:35] Experience as a nurse executive helping lead differently at the CEO level
[03:36-5:22] Mentorship, sponsorship and ally-ship
[05:23-6:50] Integrity and honesty, can’t be emphasized enough
[07:00-10:51] Most pivotal aspect for her successful career path and trajectory
[10:52-12:35] Biggest barrier she has had to overcome
[12:35-14:00] How nurse leaders bring themselves to the table differently moving forward
[14:01-15:50] Something about Judy others wouldn’t know and would surprise them
[15:51-16:40] Judy’s recommendation for people who are not sure if they have the possibility to lead
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Judy Rich’s biographical information
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Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Tracey Moffatt, System Chief Nursing Officer at Ochsner Health has a heart-felt discussion with Dr. Nicole Gruebling, Vice President of Clinical Networks at Vizient. Tracey believes curiosity, being open to change and problem-solving skills are key factors to her success as a nursing leader. She says having your values and passion matching what you do professionally keeps you motivated.
Guest speaker:
Tracey Moffatt, MHA, BSN, RN
System Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President Quality/Safety
Ochsner Health
Vice President, Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Moderator:
Nicole Gruebling, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Vice President, Clinical Networks
Vizient
Show Notes:
[1:14] Tracey’s inspiration for entering health care
[2:40] “Every shadow has its light”
[3:50] What led Tracey to leadership roles
[7:18] Looking for nurses who are curious and problem solvers
[8:05] Moving to Sisters of Mercy Health’s Laredo, Texas campus was a turning point in Tracey’s career
[10:00] Positive changes in care resulting from pandemic experience
[11:05] Nursing shortages
[12:46] Listen to your staff
[17:07] Favorite book: Grit by Dr. Angela Duckworth
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Tracey Moffatt's biographical information
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Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Pat Patton, System Chief Nurse Executive at UCSF Health has a refreshing discussion with Dr. Nicole Gruebling, Vice President of Clinical Networks at Vizient. He says that everyone is a leader. In order to succeed you need to know the vernacular of health care and envision where you want your career to go.
Guest speaker:
Pat Patton, DNP, MSN, RN
System Chief Nursing Executive, UCSF Health
Chief Nursing Officer for Adult Services, UCSF Medical Center
Moderator:
Nicole Gruebling, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Associate Vice President, Member Connections
Vizient
Show Notes:
[1:17] Military career
[3:35] Pat tells his supervisor of his ambitions
[4:00] If you want to be a CNO, you have to understand the vernacular and global picture of health care
[5:47] Communication is key at home and at work
[8:00] Benefits of participating on a board, and how to be effective
[11:26] How nurses should think differently in the future
[12:30] Using the Vizient CNO Network to communicate with CNOs across the nation during COVID to helps make informed decisions
[14:15] Develop a vision as a leader
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Pat Patton’s biographical information
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