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Treating patients at the darkest moment of their lives and putting them on the road to healing relies on compassion and skill from highly trained forensic nurses. Join hosts Kalen and Karen and deepen your own world of knowledge as you learn more about the real-life, evidence-based, trauma-informed care that patients who are victims of violence deserve. Podcast brought to you by the International Association of Forensic Nurses, the world’s largest and original forensic nursing professional o ...
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Continuing the "UNAFRAID" series, Pastor Rob explains how Christ's rejection helps us with our own rejection. Please join us this Sunday morning at 10:00, 3223 North 45th Street, Omaha!
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This Sunday, we are celebrating and praying for Students, Teachers, Educators, and Parents! We also take a look at what God has been doing this year, and how we believe He is still doing something big during this next season of transition. Stay up-to-date by visiting BridgeOmaha.org and facebook.com/bridgeomaha . 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥, 𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗘𝗫𝗧 "𝗣𝗥…
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This Sunday we have a special outdoor celebration as 14 people decide to give their life to Christ!
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Join us as Pastor Rob reminds us opf the meaning and importnace of baptism followed by seven baptisms! We know that God's Word says that whenever someone gives their life to Christ, ALL OF HEAVEN REJOICES. Help us rejoice and celebrate this special day!
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Join us as we wrap up our BEYOND COLORBLIND series with a short message from Adam Leonge on restoration followed by a Q&A with a panel of women who talk about striving to be a bridge of reconciliation in their own lives.By Adam Leong
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Thank you for joining us for this week of Purpose Driven life as we talked about the Church as Family. Bridge Church exists so anyone can Belong to a family of faith, Become who Christ created us to be, and Build bridges of love, hope, and faith. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 To join a group, text GROUPS to 402-809-4008 If you need pray…
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Understanding Pediatric Medical Forensic Exams (with Karin Wickwire)
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54:21Today, hosts Karen and Kalen welcome Karin Wickwire, President of the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) and an experienced forensic nursing clinical coordinator. We dive into pediatric medical forensic exams and the most sensitive, misunderstood, and critically important aspects of pediatric care in suspected abuse cases. Karin Wi…
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Healing Through Words: Mastering Communication & Maintaining Boundaries in Forensic Nursing
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1:01:08Join hosts Kalen and Karen alongside special guest Laci Smith as they dive into therapeutic communication and boundary-setting during medical forensic exams. This highly-requested episode provides practical strategies for forensic nurses to establish rapport, maintain professional boundaries, and support patients through trauma while protecting the…
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Beyond the Binary: The Need for Gender-Affirming Care in Forensic Nursing (Part 2 with Ava Davis)
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47:07In this powerful conclusion to the two-part series, Kalen and Karen continue their essential conversation with Ava Davis about providing trauma-informed, gender-affirming care for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming patients in forensic nursing settings. Part 2 dives deep into practical applications, featuring a real-world case study…
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Beyond the Binary: The Need for Gender-Affirming Care in Forensic Nursing (Part 1 with Ava Davis)
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31:39In recognition of International Non-Binary People's Day (July 14), hosts Kalen and Karen welcome guest Ava Davis, a forensic teaching associate, actress, writer, and Sundance fellow. Ava joins us for this Part 1 of a crucial two-part series on providing gender-affirming care for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming patients in forensi…
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Empowering Patients: The Nuances of Consent in Forensic Nursing
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43:12In this insightful episode, hosts Kalen and Karen go beyond signatures and forms, diving deep into the nuances, challenges, and ethical complexities of consent in forensic nursing. They are unpacking the essential principles every healthcare professional should know about the consent process through real-life experiences, terminology breakdowns, an…
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Building Bridges: Forensic and Emergency Nurses on the Frontline
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28:32In this special IAFN-Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) crossover episode, Kalen and Karen are joined by Ryan Oglesby, Board President of ENA, for a timely, insightful discussion about the essential—and evolving—relationship between forensic nurses and emergency nurses. From their personal stories to current joint organizational advocacy, this epis…
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Illuminating Justice & Equity: Using Alternate Light Source in Forensic Nursing (with Dr. Katherine Scafide)
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30:28In this illuminating episode, hosts Kalen and Karen shine a spotlight on Alternate Light Source (ALS) technology—a very powerful tool in the forensic nurse’s toolkit for revealing hidden injuries, especially on darker skin tones. Our expert guest, Dr. Katherine Scafide, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAAFS—a tenured Associate Professor (George Mason University) an…
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Florence to Forensics: The Evolution of Nursing Care
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28:54As we celebrate National Nurses Week in May, Kalen and Karen take us on a fascinating journey through nursing history. Did you know that foundational concepts like trauma-informed care, confidentiality, and environmental healing date as far back to Florence Nightingale in the 1800s? We explore how the pioneering nurses and their ideas laid groundwo…
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Own Your Forensic Nursing Journey: Be the Spark that Ignites Your Career (with Margaret Glembocki)
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38:36In this inspiring episode, we dive into the unique career journeys of three forensic nursing professionals. Through candid storytelling, Karen, Kalen, and our guest Margaret Glembocki reflect on their early jobs, pivotal career moments, and how unexpected opportunities—and networking—shaped their paths. How did experiences ranging from working as c…
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Workshops & Wonders: 2025 IAFN Omaha Conference Intel
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25:53In this bonus episode, Karen and Kalen break down the pre- and post- IAFN 2025 Conference workshops—plus all the fun things to do in Omaha while you’re there! From building courtroom testimony confidence to upskilling your hands-on forensic photography, these immersive sessions offer valuable CE credits and expert instruction for every forensic nur…
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Examining Child Maltreatment PART 2 (with Jennifer Pierce-Weeks)
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28:16In this second part of our two-part discussion on forensic nurses’ response to child maltreatment, in observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, we dive deeper into mandatory reporting as part of the critical role that forensic nurses play in bridging healthcare and the legal system. Our guest, Jennifer Pierce-Weeks, Chief Executive Off…
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Examining Child Maltreatment PART 1 (with Jennifer Pierce-Weeks)
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26:00In observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, Part 1 of our two-part series explores the risk and protective factors related to child maltreatment, with a particular focus on healthcare and forensic nursing. In today’s episode, we are joined by Jennifer Pierce-Weeks, Chief Executive Officer of IAFN, as we discuss our experiences working…
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Workplace Violence in Healthcare: Forensic Nursing’s Critical Role
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51:44Workplace violence is a harsh reality for many healthcare professionals, yet it's often overlooked or minimized. In this episode, Kalen and Karen take a deep dive into how forensic nurses can step in to support their colleagues who experience violence on the job. They bust the stubborn workplace violence myths and discuss the importance of ensuring…
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Beyond the Bedside: Nurses Who Step Into the Coroners’ Shoes (with Dr. Annette Cannon and Bobbi Jo O'Neal)
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48:38In this insightful episode, we dive into the critical role forensic nurses play in death investigations. Our expert guests, coroners Dr. Annette Cannon and Bobbi Jo O'Neal, share their unique experiences as elected coroners, highlighting the importance of humility, mentorship, and building trust in the field. We discuss the reality of working in me…
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The Power of Advocacy: How Nurses Can Influence Legislation (with Christina Presenti)
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34:16In this episode, hosts Karen and Kalen welcome a very special guest, Christina Presenti, our Membership Director here at IAFN. We explore the vital role forensic nurses play in advocacy and legislative efforts and discuss how forensic nurses can impact policy at local, state, and federal levels. We also share personal experiences with policy and bi…
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Beyond the Evidence: Meet Your Forensic Nurse Hosts
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38:48Welcome to the inaugural episode of Forensic Nursing: Beyond the Evidence! In this first podcast episode, hosts Karen Carroll and Kalen Knight share their unique journeys into forensic nursing careers and discuss how their shared passion for helping survivors of violence drives their work as forensic nurses. From unexpected opportunities in death i…
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Pastor Rob recaps what we learned in this series of Love 22 and invites a few people to pray on the 6 aspects of love we have been learning from Matthew 22: 37-49 HEART: Ryan Anderson SOUL: Adam Leong BODY: Carolyn Hansen MIND: Jon Aerni SELF: Jen Aerni OTHERS: Vicki Quaites-FerrisBy Pastor Rob Johnson
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For the last week of the Love 22 series, Pastor Rob wraps it up with three things to remember when it comes to being covered with love. Remember that you have been covered To cover is to forgive one another To cover is to show compassion to one anotherBy Pastor Rob Johnson
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This week, Pastor Derrick shared what it looks like to love your neighbor. He left us with 3 ways to love your neighbor: Be Cuirous To Care To CoverBy Pastor Derrick Brown
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In the English language, we can use the word "love" in many different applications and mean different things. We love our mom, tacos, basketball, our kids, our spouse, and we love God. The gospels were written in Greek, and they have many words to describe love: Eros (Romantic/Physical love) Storge (Familial love) Philia (Friendship love) Agape (As…
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With everything going on in our always-changing world, there can be many negative thoughts and strongholds clouding our minds. God makes it clear what kind of mindset we should have. There are 4 types of Positive Mindsets: Spiritual mind - Romans 8:6 Sound mind - 2 Timothy 1:7 Willing mind - 2 Corinthians 8:12 Sober mind - Titus 2:6…
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This week starts with a short message from Pastor Rob and closes out with an amazing interview with Ms. Carolyn Hansen giving a powerful example and action steps for us!By Pastor Rob Johnson
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Nerd out a little with Adam Leong as he dives into the deeper context of what Jesus meant when he commanded us to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind." and how this can play out in our lives. The ART of Loving God Act Intentionally Reflect Regularly Think Communally…
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Prioritize these "SHIPS" Worship Discipleship RelationshipsBy Pastor Rob Johnson
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2021 was a year to remember at Bridge Church! From celebrations to baptisms, to exciting life events, and moving to a new community - we have grown so much that we decided to take a day to look back and reflect before jumping into the new year. Thank you to everyone who played a part in where Bridge Church is today!…
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You can experience the hope that comes from Forgiveness, Fulfillment, and Freedom in God.By Pastor Rob Johnson
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Advent is here and it is filled with HOPE! Hope is found in God. Hope is Evidence. Hope is Available.By Pastor Rob Johnson
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What an amazing, hope-filled morning! It was a joy to hear the faith stories and watch baptisms for Ahmir Walker, Ariel Wilson, Tucker Arrick, Cathy James, Amilia Lennett, Brandon Wilson, Bruce Peoples II, and Taco.By Rob Johnson
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Many powerful stories, convictions, and testimonies have come from our Purpose Driven Life series and study. Here are three of those stories from Kara & Coach Ice Benford, Maxine Lyons, and Carolyn Hansen.By Rob Johnson
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You can be a missionary anywhere if you have O.D.A.S.H Open Eyes Default Yes Activated Testimony Sense of Context HumilityBy Adam Leong
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Samantha Johnson bringing a powerful message of becoming like Christ through the story of Zaccheaus.By Samantha Johnson
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Thank you for joining us for this week of Purpose Driven life as we talked about worship as a lifestyle. Bridge Church exists so anyone can Belong to a family of faith, Become who Christ created us to be, and Build bridges of love, hope, and faith. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 To join a group, text GROUPS to 402-809-4008 If you need pr…
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Thank you for joining us as we kick off our new series, Purpose Driven Life. Bridge Church exists so anyone can Belong to a family of faith, Become who Christ created us to be, and Build bridges of love, hope, and faith. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 To join a group, text GROUPS to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise repor…
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Thank you so much for joining us! Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, a family of faith, and their God-given purpose. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise report, text "PRAY" to 402-809-4008. To support the ministry of Bridge Church through giving, text "GIVE" to 402-809-4008 To know more about B…
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Thank you so much for joining us! Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, a family of faith, and their God-given purpose. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise report, text "PRAY" to 402-809-4008. To support the ministry of Bridge Church through giving, text "GIVE" to 402-809-4008 To know more about B…
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Thank you so much for joining us! Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, a family of faith, and their God-given purpose. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise report, text "PRAY" to 402-809-4008. To support the ministry of Bridge Church through giving, text "GIVE" to 402-809-4008 To know more about B…
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Thank you so much for joining us! Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, a family of faith, and their God-given purpose. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise report, text "PRAY" to 402-809-4008. To support the ministry of Bridge Church through giving, text "GIVE" to 402-809-4008 To know more about B…
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Thank you so much for joining us! Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, a family of faith, and their God-given purpose. New to Bridge? Text "NEW" to 402-809-4008 If you need prayer or share a praise report, text "PRAY" to 402-809-4008. To support the ministry of Bridge Church through giving, text "GIVE" to 402-809-4008 To know more about B…
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