Guest: Casey Green, MSN, RN, RRNA, CCRN-CMC, CTRN, CFRN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CNRN, NRP

In this episode, Casey Green, a critical care nurse and first-year nurse anesthesia resident, shares her journey in nursing, emphasizing the importance of certifications, the role of social media in uplifting the profession, and addressing the challenges nurses face today. She discusses her aspirations for the future of nursing, including potential political involvement, and reflects on a memorable experience at the White House. Casey's passion for patient care and nursing education shines through as she encourages others to pursue their goals and not give up on their dreams.

Takeaways

Casey has been a nurse for 10 years, working in various critical care settings.
She emphasizes the importance of finding excitement in nursing to prevent burnout.
Certifications enhance credibility and demonstrate commitment to ongoing education.
Social media can be a powerful tool for uplifting the nursing profession.
Nursing has both challenges and positives that need to be highlighted.
Casey aims to inspire nursing students and new nurses through mentorship.
She believes in the importance of sharing personal journeys to motivate others.
Casey envisions improving the nursing profession through better work environments.
She had a memorable experience meeting Dr. Biden and discussing nursing education.
Casey is interested in pursuing political roles to advocate for nurses.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Casey Green's Nursing Journey
02:07 The Challenges and Triumphs of Nursing
05:20 The Importance of Certifications in Nursing
08:06 Leveraging Social Media for Positive Change
11:00 Envisioning a Better Future for Nursing
13:37 Personal Experiences and Advocacy in Nursing
16:06 Future Aspirations and Political Interests in Nursing

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Nurses With Voices. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Alejandro Badia, a renowned hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgeon, author, and healthcare entrepreneur. Dr. Badia is the founder of OrthoNow, a network dedicated to providing timely and specialized orthopedic urgent care, bypassing traditional inefficiencies in the healthcare system.

In this episode, we delve into Dr. Badia's journey in addressing systemic healthcare challenges, from the difficulties faced by OrthoNow in engaging communities and scaling up, to his experiences with franchising and the bureaucratic hurdles that slow down patient care. We'll also discuss his book, "Healthcare from the Trenches," which calls for systemic change and awareness, and explore the broader issues within the U.S. healthcare system, including the pivotal role of nurses and the often-overlooked contributions they make.

Join us for an engaging conversation that highlights the need for public advocacy, the impact of media focus, and Dr. Badia's vision for a more efficient and collaborative healthcare future.

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00:00 Ortho offers specialized urgent care with app.

03:23 Alandra's solution struggles with gaining broader engagement.

09:25 Clinicians should authorize procedures, not insurance companies.

11:00 Healthcare cottage industries strain financial resources.

14:43 Microsurgery at Bellevue poorly paid, discussed publicly.

18:06 Discuss frustrations openly to inspire grassroots change.

22:00 Mandatory tests despite medical necessity concerns.

23:41 Dangerous surgeon halted; skilled spine surgeons unrecognized.

28:00 Clinicians must collaborate, engage, share, and market.

29:34 Thanks for coming; stay inspired and empowered.

Takeaways

Dr. Badia founded OrthoNow to address patient access issues.
The healthcare system often leads patients to unnecessary stops.
Engagement from the community is crucial for growth.
Authorization processes create significant barriers to care.
The healthcare system is burdened by non-clinical decision-makers.
Collaboration among healthcare providers is essential.
Public awareness and advocacy are needed for change.
The pandemic accelerated the writing of Dr. Badia's book.
Healthcare professionals must share their experiences to drive change.
The future of healthcare requires a collective effort to improve.

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