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Nurse Essentials: A podcast focused on caring for you

Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Patient Care
Nursing
Workplace Violence
Patient Experience
Nursing Education
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Cleveland Clinic Connected
Ergonomics
Safe Patient Handling
Evidence-Based Practice
Endocarditis
Neurodiversity
Geriatric Nursing
Nursing Profession
Global Healthcare
Hand Hygiene
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Second Victim Phenomenon
Aging Sensitivity

Nurse Essentials is a podcast about all things nursing — from tips for making your next shift easier to advice on how to handle the big challenges you face. Whether you’re just starting your practice or have years of experience, we’ve got you covered.

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Patient care nursing assistants provide invaluable care at the bedside alongside clinical nurses. “I’m very passionate about our PCNAs, especially on medical-surgical units,” says Barbara Zinner, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CENP, Vice President... more

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While lung cancer is among the top three most common cancers in the United States, research has led to new understandings of the disease and new treatments for it. During her two years in thoracic medical oncology with the Cleveland... more

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The first year in nursing practice can be awe-inspiring and joyful, but it’s also mentally and emotionally taxing. In this episode of Nurse Essentials, Kathryn Stuck Boyd, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, Nursing Education Manager and Nursing Resid... more

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During her 40-plus-year nursing career, Sue Behrens, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, NEA-BC, has cared for patients in their most vulnerable moments, including running medical clinics in Haiti and working in a homeless clinic in Illinois. “What f... more

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Recent Guests

Alexandria Jordan
Certified Physician Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Chemotherapy and Oncology Center
Episode: Caring for Patients with Lung Cancer
Kathryn Stuck Boyd
Education manager and nursing residency director
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Advice for Achieving Success as a First-Year Nurse
Dr. Sue Behrens
Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest and Mentor Hospitals
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Bringing Joy to the Nursing Profession
Angela Milosh
CRNA and Program Director, Cleveland Clinic Training School for Nurse Anesthesia (collaboration with Case Western Reserve University)
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Advanced Practice Nursing Spotlight: The Role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Kelly Hancock
Chief Caregiver Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Generations of Nurses: A Mother-Daughter Duo Shares Their Story
Amanda Hancock
Pediatric bedside nurse at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Generations of Nurses: A Mother-Daughter Duo Shares Their Story
Shannon Schady
Lead Paramedic of Education, Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Specialty Spotlight: An Inside Look at Surgical Nursing
Dr. Kelly Hancock
Executive Vice President, Chief Caregiver Officer and Chief Administrative Officer
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: The Power of Purpose Movement Reveals the Passion Behind Quality Patient Care
Tim Tibbitts
Oncology bedside nurse at Cleveland Clinic main campus on G70
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: From English Teacher to Oncology Nurse

Host

Carol Pahotsky
Host of Nurse Essentials; Associate Chief Nursing Officer of Surgical Services Nursing; Cleveland Clinic

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Hand hygiene

    Great podcast overall on hand hygiene. So many topics to cover. Add in nail length, polish, etc on the next podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    GUNurse
    United Statesa year ago
  • Carol is the nurse host we all need!

    Wow! This is the podcast that nurses need! Carol, I am coming at you with so many questions! Get ready lady!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EMT CancerGal
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the practical leadership tips and real-world nursing anecdotes.
Guests are credible experts who provide actionable insights for retention, ethics, and caregiver wellbeing.
The host is described as the nurse audience needs—engaging and informed.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Caring for Patients with Lung Cancer
Q: What is the role of the interprofessional team, and how do you coordinate care across specialties?
The nurse acts as the hub for communication, coordinating with oncologists, pulmonologists, dermatologists, surgeons, and other specialists through EMR, and ensuring everyone is aligned on the patient's plan and goals.
Caring for Patients with Lung Cancer
Q: How has the emergence of targeted therapies changed the patient journey in lung cancer care?
Targeted therapies allow many patients to start with oral medications and periodic scans rather than frequent chemotherapy infusions, changing the day-to-day experience and emphasizing personalizing treatment based on genetic mutations.
Caring for Patients with Lung Cancer
Q: What advice do you have for nurses when supporting patients in the very early days after a diagnosis?
Reassure patients that they have an advocate in the care team, establish trust quickly, and provide clear, structured information about what to expect with initial treatments and follow-up visits.
Bringing Joy to the Nursing Profession
Q: How do you support a nurse who feels they have lost their joy?
Create psychological safety, encourage open conversations, and provide resources; use practices like check-ins, peer support, and structured recognition to rebuild engagement.
Bringing Joy to the Nursing Profession
Q: What does joy at work mean to you as a nurse and a nurse leader?
Joy evolves from frontline patient care to leadership, where it includes meaningful connections, recognizing others, and helping teams grow while maintaining resilience and accountability.

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Nurse-focused conversations center on frontline realities, leadership in healthcare, and practical strategies for well-being, retention, and patient care. Episodes frequently feature Cleveland Clinic leaders and educators discussing topics like nursing joy, perioperative care, retention, ethics, multigenerational teams, and the impact of technology on caregiving. The cadence blends personal nursing journeys, leadership lessons, and actionable takeaways—such as huddles, mentorship, shared governance, and wellness practices—that are useful for clinicians, administrators, and aspiring healthcare leaders. A notable strength is the strong emphasis on caregiver engagement, ethical practice, and designing care environments (including new facilitie... more

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1. Alexandria Jordan
2. Kathryn Stuck Boyd
3. Dr. Sue Behrens
4. Angela Milosh
5. Kelly Hancock
6. Amanda Hancock
7. Shannon Schady
8. Dr. Kelly Hancock

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