Best CPNP Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 41 - Meghan McNeil - Updates in Diet Therapy for Eosinophilic Esophagitis: From Elimination to Reintroduction 46:18

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Episode 41 - Meghan McNeil - Updates in Diet Therapy for Eosinophilic Esophagitis: From Elimination to Reintroduction In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Nikki Misner talk with Meghan McNeil about the latest updates in EOE management. Meghan is a Registered Dietitian at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medica…

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Frontline Nursing: 2025 Year in Review 51:32

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know As we bring 2025 to a close, this episode looks back at what we’ve learned from our diverse array of guests. Three key themes emerged from our conversations this year: nursing opportunities, mentorship, and self-care. Featured guests: Susan Parda-Watters, DNP, MMOAS, MSN, APRN/ACNS-BC, CMSRN, Board Certified Clin…

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Episode 40 - NASPGHAN/APGNN/CPNP Annual Meeting Recap 25:39

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Episode 40- NASPGHAN/APGNN/CPNP Annual Meeting Recap In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, host Jen Smith asks members of the CPNP executive committee questions about their experiences and learnings at the annual meeting. Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN…

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Nurse Scientists: Nursing Beyond the Bedside - Danielle Altares Sarik, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, FAAN 41:35

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Danielle Altares Sarik, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, FAAN, discussing her work as a pediatric nurse scientist, the Baby Steps model for patients’ transition to home, and the importance of nursing roles that don’t fit the traditional mold. Danielle Altares Sarik is Director of Nursing Research and Evi…

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Episode 39 - Mary Beth Feuling - From Data to Impact: Advancing Pediatric Nutrition in Hospital Systems 56:01

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Episode 39 - Mary Beth Feuling - From Data to Impact: Advancing Pediatric Nutrition in Hospital Systems In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Nikki Misner and Bailey Koch speak with Mary Beth Feuling on how pediatric dietitians can use data, EMRs, and innovative tools to improve patient care and malnutrition identification at a…

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The Business Side of Health Care - Michael Ipock, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, FNP-BC 41:04

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Michael Ipock talks with Frontline Nursing host and Executive Director of Florida Center for Nursing Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, FAAN, about life as an autonomous nurse practitioner, finding inspiration in tragedy, and navigating health care as an industry. Michael Ipock, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, FNP…

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All Nurses are Psychiatric Nurses - Tina Goodrow, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC 25:02

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Tina Goodrow, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, discussing working as a psychiatric mental health practitioner, finding her way, and helping others help themselves. Dr. Goodrow is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in mental health, leadership,…

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Episode 38 - Countdown to Chicago: What’s Ahead at the CPNP Nutrition Symposium 17:06

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Episode 38 - Countdown to Chicago: What’s Ahead at the CPNP Nutrition Symposium In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, host Nikki Misner speaks with Dr. Brock Williams and Tamara Sims Dorway about the upcoming CPNP Nutrition Symposium at the annual NASPGHAN meeting on November 6-8th in Chicago, Illinois. Brock Williams is a Registered Di…

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Managing Pain with Care - John Maye, PhD, CRNA, CAPT (Ret) USN 36:14

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, John Maye, PhD, CRNA, CAPT (Ret) USN, discusses chronic pain management, learning from former students, and teaching patient advocacy. Dr. John Maye is a Professor and Director of Pain Concentrations at The University of South Florida in Tampa. His responsibilities include serving as the Program …

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Standing Up for the Future of Nursing - Janice Adams, DNP, MPA, RN 32:03

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Janice Adams, DNP, MPA, RN, joins Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, for a conversation about the importance of workforce data, retiring multiple times, and looking at the big picture. Dr. Adams earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from American Senti…

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EPIsode 37 - Lauren Storch - Nutrition in Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) and TPIAT (you see what we did there) 45:29

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EPIsode 37 - Lauren Storch - Nutrition in Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) and TPIAT (you see what we did there) In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Jen Smith and Nikki Misner speak with Lauren Storch on nutrition in patients with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). Lauren works as a registered dietitian at Nation…

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Why Nurses Make Good Leaders - Sherry Hoback, MBA, BSN, RN 35:51

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Sherry Hoback, MBA, BSN, RN, discusses community health, the value of wearing your heart on your sleeve, and the importance of accommodations. Sherry Hoback leads Tampa Family Health Centers, Inc. (TFHC) — one of Florida’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers — serving over 140,000 patients across 14 locati…

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What is Leadership in Nursing? – Mamie Williams, PhD, MPH, MSN, APRN 37:09

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Mamie Williams, PhD, MPH, MSN, APRN, discusses taking nursing stories out into the community, advocating for change, and expanding the nursing workforce pipeline. Dr. Mamie Williams is a nationally recognized nursing leader and transformational advocate for workforce development, health equity, a…

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Episode 36 - Mary Lesser - Sports Nutrition and Considerations for the Young Athlete with GI Disorders 56:53

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Episode 36 - Mary Lesser - Sports Nutrition and Considerations for the Young Athlete with GI Disorders In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Nikki Misner and Jen Smith speak with Mary Lesser PhD, RD, dietitian on the topic of Sports Nutrition. Originally a Northern California native, Mary is currently an Assistant Adjunct Profe…

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Not "Just" an LPN – Kim Cartwright, LPN, WCC, FADLN 33:57

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, talks with Kim Cartwright, LPN, WCC, FADLN, about her lengthy tenure as a licensed practical nurse, the challenges of home care, and knowing when it's time to leave a job. With over three decades of dedicated service as a licensed practical …

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Preparing Nursing Students for the Real World - Cam Felismino, PhD, RN 34:34

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Cam Felismino, PhD, RN, discussing how to establish a culture of accountability, generating new knowledge, and grabbing opportunities when they come. Dr. Cam Felismino is an accomplished nursing leader with over 20 years of experience in academic leadership, student success, and clinical edu…

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The Challenges of Becoming Nursing Faculty - Danni Viera, BSN, RN, CWCN 41:16

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Danni Viera, BSN, RN, CWCN, discusses the challenges she encountered during her transition from expert clinician to nursing faculty. Danni Viera is a board member of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses Central Florida Chapter and nurse of eight years. Danni has had diverse nursing experie…

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Episode 35 - Jessica Carder - RD & IBCLC’s Insights into Breastfeeding and Neonatal Nutrition 53:47

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Episode 35 - Jessica Carder - RD & IBCLC’s Insights into Breastfeeding and Neonatal Nutrition In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Jen Smith speak with Jessica Carder about breastfeeding and the role of human milk in supporting the health and development of infants from the NICU through the first year of life.…

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Modeling Empathy: The Expert Nurse Witness – Debbie T. Devine, PhD, APRN, FNP, SANE-A 24:45

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Dr. Devine discussing her work as a Sexual Assault Nurse Educator (SANE), the role faith has played in her nursing journey, and shaping the future of nursing. Dr. Debbie T. Devine is a distinguished nurse leader, educator, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with extensive experien…

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Taking Nursing to the Streets – Shannon Shanks, DNP, APRN, NRP 26:12

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Listen as Shannon Shanks, DNP, APRN, NRP, talks about caring for the community through mobile-integrated health care, meeting patients where they are, and more. Dr. Shannon Shanks is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and the medical supervisor for the Manatee County Emergency Services Community Health P…

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Episode 34 - Megan Horsley - Weaning Enteral Nutrition in Patients after Complex Heart Surgery 59:26

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In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Jen Smith speak with Megan Horsley on her involvement with an intensive tube feed weaning program. Megan is a pediatric dietitian at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. She has 18 years of experience in pediatrics with a focus in cardiology and currently practice…

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The Power of Bilingual Nurses - Mati Vizcaino, RN 30:57

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Mati Vizcaino, RN, discussing her transition from pediatric nursing to become a bone marrow transplant nurse coordinator, the opportunities as a bilingual nurse, and the possibilities of nursing. Mati Vizcaino is an RN Coordinator for the Transplant Medical Services at NMDP. She graduated fr…

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Disaster Nursing – Nancy Rudner, DrPH, APRN, RN 27:40

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Dr. Rudner discussing her work as a volunteer nurse providing disaster relief across the globe. She also talks about looking at the bigger picture, prevention as a tool to strengthen communities, and the power of nurses to influence policy. Dr. Nancy Rudner is an independent scholar and volu…

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Episode 33 - Christy Figueredo - Navigating GLP-1 Use in Pediatrics 58:21

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Episode 33 - Christy Figueredo - Navigating GLP-1 Use in Pediatrics In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Bailey Koch & Megan Murphy speak with Christy Figueredo on the RD's role in patients on GLP-1 agonists. She is a member of the CPNP GLP-1 task force and shares her knowledge on managing pediatric patients on GLP-1 medicatio…

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You Need a Nurse – Farah Laurent, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CPXP  29:19

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Dr. Farah Laurent talks about reshaping public perception of nurses, coaching new nurses, and the refusal to accept the word ‘no.’ Dr Laurent is transforming the landscape of nursing by empowering new graduate nurses and aspiring nurse entrepreneurs to build powerful personal brands, land high-pa…

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No More Fraudulent Nursing Schools – Jose D. Castillo III, PhD, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, FAANA 26:04

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Jose D. Castillo III, PhD, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, FAANA, discussing the Florida Board of Nursing and its work investigating fraudulent nursing schools, his goals for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, and the importance of giving back. Dr. Castillo earned his PhD in Instructional De…

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Episode 32 -Heidi Quinn - Evaluating Nutrition in Children with Autism 44:23

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Episode 32 -Heidi Quinn - Evaluating Nutrition in Children with Autism In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Nikki Misner and Jen Smith speak with Heidi Quinn on nutrition in patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Heidi Is a registered dietitian working in the field of pediatric/young adult nutrition with special health care n…

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"I Did Not Want to Be a Nurse” - Shamisca Jean Baptiste, RN 34:26

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Shamisca Jean Baptiste, RN, talks about celebrating her two-year nursiversary, choosing a nursing school, and preparing for the NCLEX. Shamisca is a dedicated registered nurse with a strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care. With experience in various health care settings, she exce…

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Episode 31 - Bonus Episode - End of Season 2 Year in Review 15:01

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Episode 31 - Bonus Episode - End of Season 2 Year in Review In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, all the hosts join to reflect on the second year of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast and discuss what is to come in season 3! Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN …

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‘No’ is a Complete Sentence – Even for Nurses – Jose D. Castillo III, PhD, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, FAANA 44:49

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Jose D. Castillo III, PhD, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, FAANA, in discussion with Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, about his role as a CRNA, finding the nursing role that fits you, and asking the hard questions. Dr. Castillo earned his PhD in Instructional Design…

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Episode 30 - Toni Solari - Nutrition in the Child who Aspirates 49:49

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Episode 30 -Toni Solari - Nutrition in the Child who Aspirates In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Jen Smith and Nikki Misner speak with Toni Solari on nutrition in patients with aerodigestive diseases. Toni is a registered dietitian in the Aerodigestive Center at Boston Children's hospital where she specializes in blenderize…

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Give it a Year - Cynthia Drew, DNP, APRN 35:34

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Cynthia Drew, DNP, APRN, talks about the role of autonomous nurse practitioners, the value of precepting, and encouraging the next generation of nurses. Dr. Drew’s education consists of a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) in leadership at University of Texas Arlington and a Master of Science in Nu…

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Not Every Nurse Works in a Hospital – Susan Parda-Watters, DNP, MMOAS, MSN, APRN/ACNS-BC, CMSRN, Board Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist, Ret Lt Col United States Air Force, Chief Flight Nurse 45:53

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Susan Parda-Watters, DNP, MMOAS, MSN, APRN/ACNS-BC, CMSRN, discussing learning to be a leader, the reality of being a military flight nurse, and the alphabet soup of her credentials. Dr. Parda-Watters is a global leader with extensive experience as an Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist a…

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Nursing Saved My Life – Anthony J. Silva, MSN, RN, CNOR, AMB-BC, ROT 40:27

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Anthony J. Silva, MSN, RN, CNOR, AMB-BC, ROT, discusses his work on the frontlines and in the classroom, the importance of relationships in his career, and more. Anthony Silva is an orthopedic scrub nurse and ambulatory registered nurse at Naples Comprehensive Health in Naples, FL. He is faculty …

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Episode 29 - Gina O’Toole - Advances in Short Bowel Syndrome in the NICU 53:47

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In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast, co-hosts Bailey Koch and Nikki Misner speak with Gina O’Toole, MPH, RD, CSPCC, CLEC. Gina O’Toole received her B.S. from Seattle Pacific University in Exercise Science and Physical Education and went on to receive her Master’s in Public Health and Nutrition from Loma Linda Uni…

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Empowering Florida Nurses - Dakota Redd, RN 42:37

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In this episode, Dakota Redd, RN, discusses his work as a Chief Nursing Officer, the importance of listening as a leader, and maintaining a focus on helping nurses thrive. Dakota Redd’s health care journey started more than forty years ago with eighteen years of critical care nursing, focusing on Cardiovascular N…

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Advocating for Yourself and Others - Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP 28:59

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In the second part of the conversation between Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, and Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP, Dr. Bono-Neri talks about self-care, shares data gathered by her organization Nurses United Against Human Trafficking, and offers tips for nurse advoc…

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Episode 28 - Bonus Episode - Jaclyn Pederson - Understanding Pediatric Feeding Disorders from a Parent's Perspective 28:18

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Join us for a special bonus episode featuring Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters, as she shares her own personal journey navigating Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) with her son and the resources available for patients and professionals through the Feeding Matters organization. With a unique perspective as both a parent and a professional, she…

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Episode 27 - Cuyler Romeo - Diving into Feeding Therapy and Pediatric Feeding Disorders with a Pediatric Feeding Specialist 1:03:36

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In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Bailey Koch speak with Cuyler Romeo, MOT, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC. Cuyler is an Occupational Therapist and Pediatric Feeding Specialist serving as Feeding Matters’ Director of Strategic Initiatives and practicing as a NICU Feeding Specialist at Banner Uni…

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Once a Nurse, Always a Nurse - Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP 47:23

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, in conversation with Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP. Dr. Bono-Neri discusses her work fighting human trafficking and her refusal to fail another victim. Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP is a pediatric nurs…

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Episode 26 - Rashelle Berry - Advancing the Dietitian’s Role in Nasogastric Feeding Tube Placement and the Tube Weaning Process 57:04

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In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Bailey Koch and Nikki Misner speak with Rashelle Berry on nasogastric feeding tube placement and weaning enteral nutrition. Rashelle has been working at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for over 16 years as a dietitian in the Marcus Autism Center’s feeding program. She previously served as …

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Building a Foundation of Calm – Christine Vega-Perez, RN, MSN, CHC 34:51

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Featured guest Christine Vega-Perez, RN, MSN, CHC, talks with FCN Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, about starting small, learning from mistakes, and the importance of sleep. Christine Vega-Perez is a Decision Making & Accountability Life Coach. She is also an RN and has worked in the health care sett…

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Helping People Come Back to Themselves – Terry Chase, ND, MA, RN, CEIP-ED 30:17

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features guest Terry Chase, ND, MA, RN, CEIP-ED, talking about finding nursing after a traumatic bike accident and making herself “bigger than the chair.” Dr. Terry Chase is a nationally recognized speaker, teacher, and author spanning careers in health care, higher education, and private practice. A…

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Episode 25 - Bonus Episode - Debriefing the NASPGHAN/APGNN/CPNP Annual Meeting - Post Conference Takeaways 37:57

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Episode 25 - Bonus Episode - Debriefing the NASPGHAN/APGNN/CPNP Annual Meeting - Post Conference Takeaways In this bonus episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, hosts Jen Smith and Nikki Misner discuss highlights from the 2024 NASPGHAN/APGNN/CPNP annual meeting held in Hollywood, Florida. Nikki will now be a co-host of Nutrition Pearls as we wish…

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Nursing in the Military - Major Isis Rosario and Captain Andrea Tosi 40:43

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know Two military nurses join the discussion for this episode, Major Isis Rosario, BSN, RN, 66C, 66G, AN, and Captain Andrea Tosi, BSN, RN, CCRN, AN. The guests talk about the importance of mentorship and the differences and similarities between military and civilian nursing. Major Isis Rosario enlisted in the Army in…

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Start Small to Do Big Things - Renee Thompson, DNP, RN, FAAN 51:08

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features Renee Thompson, DNP, RN, FAAN, discussing her work addressing bullying and incivility in the health care industry, the importance of a healthy workplace culture for nurse retention, and the necessity of asking for help. Dr. Renee Thompson is the CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institu…

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Upskilling the Nursing Workforce: Mary Anne Enns, DNP, RN, CNE 21:39

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know In the second part of the conversation between Florida Center for Nursing Executive Director Rayna Letourneau, PhD, RN, and Mary Anne Enns, DNP, RN, CNE, Dr. Enns talks about advancing the nursing workforce with the creation of her trailblazing LPN to RN pathway program. Dr. Enns is a nursing faculty member at Ca…

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Episode 24 - Liz King - Navigating Nutrition with Short Bowel Syndrome 1:01:04

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Episode 24 - Liz King - Navigating Nutrition with Short Bowel Syndrome In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Melissa Talley and Nikki Misner speak with Liz King about nutrition management in the short bowel syndrome pediatric patient population. Liz King is a Registered Dietitian and board-certified nutrition support clinician …

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Slow Down and Breathe - Daniela Diaz, BSN, RN 34:50

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Love Frontline Nursing? Let us know This episode features a follow-up interview with Daniela Diaz, BSN, RN. In 2021, Daniela was a guest on Season 1 of Frontline Nursing when she was a prelicensure BSN student. Now a registered nurse in Miami, FL, Daniela returns to share what it’s like to be a new nurse in the rapidly changing health care landscap…

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Episode 23 - Bonus Episode - Nicole Martin and Tegan Medico - Pre-Conference Chat- Sneak Peak of the 2024 CPNP Annual Meeting 21:18

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Episode 23 - Bonus Episode - Nicole Martin and Tegan Medico - Pre-Conference Chat- Sneak Peak of the 2024 CPNP Annual Meeting In this bonus episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, Jen Smith and Bailey Koch host dietitians Nicole Martin and Tegan Medico. Nicole is a pediatric registered dietitian at Children's Wisconsin and has been practicing in …