Healthcare ReScribed

Flight Nurse 101 with Tammi Wallace Wood, RN from Boston Medflight

We welcome Tammy Wallace Wood, Critical Care Transport Manager for Boston Med Flight, to discuss all things med flight nursing.  More commonly known as transport nursing, these are the teams that show up during some of life's most emergent situations, with their flight suits and emergency equipment to help patients get to a better and more capable facility. Starting career in the ICU, and then adding time in the ED, Tammi moved to a transport career in 2000 with Flight for Life crew in Colorado and now is an education manager, float base leader and Administrator on call for Boston Medflight in Massachusetts.  Tammy talks about her journey from ER clerk to flight nurse, the importance of ER and ICU experience, and the diverse responsibilities of transport nursing, highlighting the ability to handle critically ill patients in various transport modes. The use of medical devices, family inclusion during transport, and the demanding nature of the job, will help you learn more about if this career path is for you.  It's a career requiring high skill levels, flexibility, and safety protocols, and we talk about the risks and rewards of working in medical transport, and the profound impact on patients' lives.  Tammy expresses gratitude for caring for patients during critical moments and the importance of continuous training and collaboration with hospital teams. You'll hear her passion and empathy for helping people on their worst day and you'll learn about what it's like to get on a rig or buckle into a chopper to help save a life.  Enjoy!

Landing your dream job with RN AND Recruiting Manager Theresa Mazzaro

Sarah Thomas and Greg Carbone discuss job-seeking strategies for nurses with Theresa Mazzaro, the manager of recruitment at Fairfax Radiology Centers. Theresa, a registered nurse with 32 years of experience and a background in the Air National Guard, shares insights on navigating the job market, emphasizing the importance of standing out in a competitive field through effective resume writing that aligns with applicant tracking systems (ATS).  She notes her unique perspective as a nurse recruiter, mentioning her involvement with the National Association of Health Care Recruiters and the trend of nurses transitioning into recruitment roles, aiming to provide valuable tips for experienced nurses and new graduates seeking career advancement. Cover letters are optional for nurses seeking employment, but an objective statement and attention to detail are crucial. Hospitals struggle to find qualified applicants, making experienced nurses with good references highly hirable.  Online resources and templates can assist those who haven't updated their resumes in years. Preparing for behavioral-based interview questions by recalling specific past experiences is recommended, along with honesty about not having interviewed recently and coming prepared with written answers. Professional advice includes readiness for behavioral questions using the STAR method, asking relevant questions to recruiters and hiring managers, and ensuring a good fit during the interview process. Asking pertinent questions during nursing job interviews, such as staffing ratios and team culture, is crucial to avoid problematic environments. Professionalism in appearance, including appropriate attire for interviews, is emphasized, along with adhering to infection control policies regarding tattoos, piercings, and scents. Job interview etiquette in healthcare settings involves maintaining professionalism, making personal connections, and following up professionally. Proper etiquette during virtual interviews, such as choosing suitable backgrounds and dressing professionally, is essential, as well as being mindful of privacy and distractions.  We hope you enjoy the advice Theresa shares, comment on the episode if it helps you land your next role!

Driving results in the first 90 days with Chris Mader from MTA Consultancy

With decades of experience in business and in staffing in particular, Chris Mader, Founder of MTA Consultancy joins us to talk more about becoming a leader or absorbing a new team.  We get into the details of what your priorities should be in the first 90 days.  Who are you as a leader, what do you want to be viewed as?  What if you were just on the team but now you are leading it?  Leadership is hard, it takes work and Chris is here to help guide you through the first impressions, the tactics to take and more! The cornerstone of leadership is being able to adjust on the fly and Chris has made a career of heeding his college baseball coach's biggest mantra: "Make the Adjustment!"  THis episode is the intro to being able to do this and you can follow Chris more on the his socials and company website - he is available for keynotes, consulting, coaching, training and more. Want more information on Chris?  Visit his site here: https://www.mtaconsultancy.com/

Death, Dying and Doing It Right - From a Nurse and Leader: Karen Gomes RN,MS,COS-C

Join us for a great chat with Karen Gomes Founder of RN Answers, LLC, a home-health and hospice focused consulting practice.   Karen also was President and CEO at Tufts Medicine Care at Home. Prior to both of those roles Karen was Chief Clinical Officer and VP of Clinical Services for Tufts Home Health Foundation. We dive into the details of how end of life works not only in real life, but behind the curtain in healthcare.  We talk more about the human approach to healthcare as we all face the inevitable.  Whether you are Nurse, Caregiver, Provider or family member, you will enjoy the chat. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-gomes-rn/ RN Answers, LLC website: www.RNAnswers.org [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.RNAnswers.org&c=E,1,unoqp_u9T2fxeHnQVjxIaxDXea6XI9U1xssqJq3UmYhj28Pc08-IvMZH9Hklo39Pd6pdE-UOjcrihkowGhlWfFAr5yzYmd61ukl-33dad7A,&typo=1&ancr_add=1]

Nurse Reimbursements and The Commission, with Executive Director Melissa Mills RN,BSN,MHA

Melissa Mills RN,BSN, MHA joined us to tell us more about how the Commission for Nurse Reimbursement is working to create more avenues for dedicated reimbursement for RNs.   Did you know that hospitals collect fees for RNs under the same umbrella as EVS and other non medical services?  Is that right? We dive into the billing architecture as it is now, what can change, and when.  We talk about the players involved and the timelines it's going to take to be successful and Melissa gives detail about where we are headed. Melissa's background as a nurse leader and content creator has served her well but reaching her extended network to garner more support for a change in the billing structure for Nurses. We added in more conversations about Nurse Development and Mentoring and we are sure you'll like her perspectives! Enjoy! Website: https://commissionfornursereimbursement.com/ [https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fcommissionfornursereimbursement.com%2f&c=E,1,q3XUGP7nQT1oc7C6lkhGg5Md_JO7xiHYbKl4qpcttxv9saHf9kIAe-7RNjSLXjKRMY631SfIQenMz7Wk7w7wVlehIOfm8Y-R9Dts1hHR5-gtKnMy1Ps,&typo=1] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/commission-for-nurse-reimbursement/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/commission-for-nurse-reimbursement/] Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissalynnmills/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissalynnmills/]