Nursing Beyond the Bedside

From Bedside Nursing to Cancer Research: Amy Miller's Journey as a Clinical Research Nurse

Step into the world of clinical research nursing with Amy Miller. From patient relationships to navigating complex protocols, discover how nurses play a vital role in advancing medical treatments - and no, it's not about writing research papers!
💡 Important Note: In cancer clinical trials, patients always receive standard treatment alongside any trial medications, ensuring everyone receives essential care while advancing cancer research.
✨ Key Insights:
The differences between brick-and-mortar and decentralized clinical trials
How bedside nursing skills translate perfectly to research roles
Understanding clinical trial phases and their unique challenges
Managing patient relationships and expectations in research
Navigating the transition from bedside to clinical research nursing
Special considerations in oncology research trials
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👩‍⚕️ Connect with Amy on LinkedIn.
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From Bedside Nurse to Hospital CEO: Kim Keene on Healthcare Leadership | Nursing Beyond the Bedside

Discover how Kim Keene transformed her nursing career from bedside nurse to hospital CEO, challenging traditional healthcare leadership paths. This episode is perfect for nurses exploring leadership roles or interested in healthcare administration. Kim shares her journey, offering insights on building relationships, making tough decisions, and advocating for nursing voices in the C-suite.
✨ Key Insights:
The critical role of nurses in hospital operations and decision-making
How to leverage clinical experience in leadership roles
Building effective relationships as a healthcare leader
Navigating the path from bedside to C-suite
Creating change through nursing leadership
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🤝 Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkeene/
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From Psych Nurse to Mental Health Life Coach: How Helen Challenged Traditional Treatment

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, nurse and life coach Helen Duyvestyn shares her transformative journey from psychiatric care to holistic mental health.
Her story shows how nurses can expand traditional treatment approaches by integrating evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine to create meaningful impact.
Helen offers valuable insights on:
The role of nutrition in mental wellbeing
Creating an integrative approach to mental health
Building a holistic wellness practice
Empowering patients in their healing journey
Understanding evidence-based alternative approaches
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities. Visit www.mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
Follow Helen's work by visiting her website at www.onelifenz.com or reach out to her at helen@onelifenz.com.
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From NP to Functional Medicine Coach: How Rachel Built a Holistic Health Practice

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, nurse practitioner Rachel Montero shares her journey to becoming a successful functional medicine coach. Her story shows how nurses can leverage their clinical knowledge and expertise in alternative healthcare paths while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
Rachel offers valuable insights on:
Transitioning from traditional nursing to functional medicine practice
Using your nursing expertise to create a holistic health coaching business
Building a flexible practice that supports your ideal lifestyle
Navigating the emotional challenges of leaving bedside care
Understanding the unique value nurses bring to functional medicine
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities. Visit www.mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
Follow Rachel on Instagram @wholenessinhealth or visit her website https://wholenessinhealthbyrachel.com/
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Nurse Writer & Digital Nomad: How Haley Pash Turned Clinical Expertise into Content Success

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, former critical care nurse and acute care NP Haley Pash shares her journey to becoming a successful healthcare content writer and digital entrepreneur. Her story shows how nurses can leverage their clinical knowledge and expertise in creative ways beyond traditional healthcare settings.
Haley offers valuable insights on:
Breaking into healthcare content writing and finding your first clients
Using your nursing expertise to build authority in digital spaces
Creating a location-independent business that supports your lifestyle
Navigating the transition from clinical practice to entrepreneurship
Understanding and communicating your value as a nurse writer
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities. Visit www.mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
Connect with Haley on LinkedIn.
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From Military & Meteorology to Clinical Research: Brooke's Unique Path to Finding Growth in Research Nursing

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, Brooke Silva shares her transformative journey from meteorology to clinical research nursing. She provides a look into the innovative world of decentralized clinical trials and how nurses can leverage their skills in research roles.
 
Brooke offers valuable insights on:
Understanding the clinical research nurse role and career opportunities
Developing essential laboratory and research skills
Creating sterile environments in diverse settings
Transitioning from bedside nursing to research positions
Finding fulfillment beyond traditional nursing roles
 
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities. Visit https://mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
 
If you're interested in exploring clinical research nursing jobs with Science37, you can explore their opportunities for nurses here: https://bit.ly/3Cm0CvL 
 
Want to connect with Brooke? Follow her journey on LinkedIn.

Nurse Coach and Holistic Health: Barbara Anderson on Finding Balance Beyond Bedside

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, Barbara Anderson shares her transformative journey from 40 years of bedside nursing to becoming an executive and life coach for healthcare professionals. Her story illustrates how nurses can leverage their experience into fulfilling non-clinical roles while making a meaningful impact.
 
Barbara offers valuable insights on:
What a nurse health coach does and how to pursue this career path
Managing burnout through holistic approaches and self-care strategies
Transitioning from clinical practice to coaching healthcare professionals
Building a professional presence on LinkedIn and networking effectively
Finding balance and joy in your nursing career through personal reflection
 
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities. Visit https://mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
 
🔗 Visit Barbara's Website: www.https//simplyharmonycoaching.com Connect with Barbara on LinkedIn

Rachel Anderson on Quality Improvement and Advocacy: Finding Purpose Beyond Bedside Nursing

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, Rachel Anderson shares her journey from patient to health quality educator focused on improving patient care and advocating for better healthcare resources. Her story demonstrates how nurses can make a lasting impact through advocacy and innovative roles in healthcare.
 
Rachel offers valuable insights on:
How quality improvement in nursing enhances patient outcomes
The critical role of advocacy in patient care and nursing leadership
Exploring diverse nursing career paths for personal growth and impact
Approaching healthcare with creativity and a “back-to-basics” mindset to drive meaningful change
 
Discover how nursing skills can lead to fulfilling, non-traditional opportunities.  Visit https://mypivotpath.com to explore alternative nursing roles today!
 
Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn.

From ER Nurse to Clinical Liaison: Amanda Kirkland’s Journey Beyond Bedside Nursing

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, Amanda Kirkland shares her story of transitioning from bedside nursing to a fulfilling role as a clinical liaison. Amanda found a new path, helping to improve patient care and collaborating with providers in the healthcare industry. Amanda’s journey offers insight into how nurses can leverage their clinical skills in new ways, tackle nurse burnout, and find work-life balance in non-traditional nursing roles.
 
Amanda offers valuable insights on:
What a clinical liaison does and how nurses can succeed in this role
Identifying nurse burnout and focusing on mental health
Exploring non-bedside nursing jobs and career pivots
Embracing new opportunities and the impact of non-clinical nursing roles
Discover how nursing skills can lead to exciting, non-traditional opportunities, and gain inspiration to take your own career beyond the bedside. Visit https://www.mypivotpath.com to explore new nursing roles and start your career transition today.
 
Connect with Amanda by following her on Instagram @hiketoenlighten

From Nurse to Death Doula: Kacie on Transforming the End-of-Life Experience

In this episode of Nursing Beyond the Bedside, Kacie Gikonyo, a Registered Nurse and Death Doula, shares her journey from bedside nursing to founding Death Doula School. Kacie is passionate about leading the death-positive movement and improving end of life care.
 
She discusses the collaboration between death doulas and hospice care providers, how they complement each other in supporting individuals and families during the dying process, and the rising societal openness around conversations about death.
 
Ready to explore non-traditional nursing jobs or pivot your career? Visit https://mypivotpath.com to explore alternative careers for nurses and learn how to make a lasting impact beyond the bedside.
 
Want to connect with Kacie?
Find her on socials: @deathdoulakacie
Visit her website: www.deathdoulakacie.com
Email her: kacie@deathdoulakacie.com