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Med-Surg Moments - The AMSN Podcast

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
Nursing Education
Nursing
Infection Prevention
Pain Management
AMSN Convention
HIPAA
Epic Systems
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Opioid Withdrawal
Heart Failure
Clostridioides Difficile
Renal Failure
Dialysis
Nursing Liability
Iraq War
Nursing Wellness
Float Pool Nursing
AMSN
Social Media
Med-Surg Nursing

Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN). Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We'll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics. Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you a... more

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Ever struggled with a challenging patient? Join the co-hosts for an honest and practical experience-based conversation on working with challenging patients. From staying calm and communicating effectively to setting compassionate boundaries and de-es... more

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Does the concept of stress relief stress you out? Join the co-hosts for a fresh, practical conversation on alternative stress relief for med-surg nurses. Hear real-life perspectives plus simple, doable strategies you can use on shift and off to reset... more

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What is it? Join the co-hosts for the big reveal as they share personal stories and approaches on how to recognize early warning signs, avoid common bedside blind spots, deliver compassionate care, and act fast with practical, shift-ready strategies ... more

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How do you approach care management for opioid-addicted patients? Join the co-hosts for an honest conversation about opioid addiction stigma, recognizing withdrawal, and navigating treatment. Along the way, they share their own personal stories, stru... more

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Recent Guests

June Oliver
President of the American Society for Pain Management Nursing, advanced practice nurse and clinical nurse specialist with 26 years of pain management experience
American Society for Pain Management Nursing
Episode: Ep. 173 Do You Know What You Don't Know About Pain Management (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Linda Brown
Renal nursing expert with four decades of experience, featured on Med-Surg Moments
AMSN
Episode: Ep. 168 - How to Care for Renal Patients With Special Guest Linda Brown (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Rachel Giles
Health care law expert with over a decade of experience in health law, compliance, and risk management
Giles Mediation, LLC
Episode: Ep. 166 - Legal Liability 101 for Nurses With Attorney Rachel Giles (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Colonel Susan Luz
Military nursing hero and decorated war veteran
U.S. Army
Episode: Ep. 165 - Veterans Day Episode With Colonel Susan Luz
Yalanda Comeaux
Board Liaison to Advocacy and Legislative Committee; AMSN Board of Directors member
Northwestern Memorial Hospital; AMSN
Episode: Ep. 164 - AMSN Legislative Action Update With Yalanda Comeaux and Michael Urton
Michael Urton
Board Certified Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist; Director of Advanced Practice Nursing at Duke University Health System; AMSN Advocacy and Legislative Committee Vice Chair
Duke University Health System; East Carolina University (faculty); AMSN
Episode: Ep. 164 - AMSN Legislative Action Update With Yalanda Comeaux and Michael Urton
Kristi Reguin-Hartman
AMSN President
Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
Episode: Ep. 160 – What to Expect at the 2025 AMSN Convention With AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman
Beth Quatrara
expert in patient digestive health and nutritional complexities
University of Virginia School of Nursing (as of episode)
Episode: Ep. 154 - Nutrition in Clinical Practice With Special Guest Beth Quatrara (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)

Hosts

Sydney [full name as commonly used]
Long-running Med-Surg Moments host with AMSN affiliation; frequent contributor and consensus builder
Hayley Sweetser
Co-host joining the show; regular voice on topics spanning clinical practice and wellness
Eric [full name as commonly used]
Experienced host and co-host with AMSN; involvement in policy and practice discussions
Trish [full name as commonly used]
Co-host with recurring appearances; contributes clinical and organizational perspectives
Kellye [full name as commonly used]
Frequent host with AMSN; covers nursing practice and policy topics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Education

    Great information to share with my nursing students!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sleuth5
    United States2 months ago
  • Nurse pay in Florida

    Nurse wages need to be overhauled and administration needs to share their fair, administrations new this was coming and had no plan for this

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KaKa Boo Kitty
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative podcast

    I am so happy that this podcast exist especially working in the med-surg field, the topics that they discuss is very relevant and helpful in my profession. Keep up the great work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emersonconstantino
    United States7 years ago
  • AMSN meets the need

    This is a great podcast highlighting the specialty of medical-surgical nursing. The topics are timely and relevant. Great job AMSN!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Med-Surg is fun
    United States7 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    This is a great podcast which touches on the challenges and successes of Medical-Surgical Nurses through the country. Looking forward to hearing more!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarStrBOD
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners praise timely, practical discussions that translate to bedside care.
The show builds a sense of community among nurses and AMSN members.
Guests with clinical expertise provide valuable, actionable takeaways for Med-Surg teams.

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Ep. 154 - Nutrition in Clinical Practice With Special Guest Beth Quatrara (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Q: What should nurses know about GLP-1 medications in the hospital setting?
Nurses should understand the reasons for GLP-1 therapy, recognize common side effects, know when to hold the medication, and consider how to maintain nutrition by adjusting insulin or alternative nutrition strategies while managing the underlying condition.
Ep. 154 - Nutrition in Clinical Practice With Special Guest Beth Quatrara (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Q: How can medical-surgical nurses promote optimal nutrition and hydration before and after surgery?
By screening for malnutrition early using validated tools, avoiding unnecessary prolonged NPO status, coordinating with dietitians, and employing volume-based feeding protocols and updated pump technology to ensure patients receive their full prescribed nutrition.
Ep. 173 Do You Know What You Don't Know About Pain Management (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Q: How should clinicians approach prescribing and dosing when using multimodal analgesia in the Med-Surg setting?
Use scheduling for non-opioids, employ range orders rather than fixed numbers, and involve prescribers to optimize dosing while considering function, intensity, and neuropathic features.
Ep. 173 Do You Know What You Don't Know About Pain Management (AMSN Members Earn 0.5 CE Hours*)
Q: Why is nursing pain assessment important beyond simply rating intensity?
Assessment that includes function and pain character leads to a more accurate understanding of the patient's experience and informs more effective, individualized interventions.
Ep. 164 - AMSN Legislative Action Update With Yalanda Comeaux and Michael Urton
Q: Which legislative issues are most prevalent to Med-Surg nurses at the moment?
Safe staffing, healthcare reform, workforce development, and education funding are at the forefront, with emphasis on how these issues affect patient safety and nurse retention.

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What is Med-Surg Moments about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program serves as a focused, practitioner-facing discussion hub for medical-surgical nursing, with a steady stream of guest experts, experienced clinicians, and AMSN leadership contributing insights on clinical care, patient safety, nursing education, wellness, and policy. Episodes frequently cover hands-on nursing topics (pain management, infection prevention, opioid stewardship, social media boundaries, float nursing), allied topics like healthcare policy and advocacy, and community-building within the Med-Surg profession. A notable strength is the blend of practical tips, real-world anecdotes, CE-eligible content for members, and a recurring emphasis on professional development, ethical practice, and workforce sustainability, making... more

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Recent guests on Med-Surg Moments include:

1. June Oliver
2. Linda Brown
3. Rachel Giles
4. Colonel Susan Luz
5. Yalanda Comeaux
6. Michael Urton
7. Kristi Reguin-Hartman
8. Beth Quatrara

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