Dr. James brings attention to crucial issues faced by nurses. In this episode, she tackled the heart-wrenching story of DonQuenick, a young nurse who faced discrimination and manslaughter accusations, resulting in the loss of her job. Through her compelling narrative and unwavering commitment to advocacy, Dr. James continues to resonate deeply with her listeners, shedding light on the challenges and injustices within the nursing profession.

In today's Nurses With Voices episode, we unravel the harrowing story of DonQuenick, a dedicated nurse who faced baseless charges of manslaughter while simply ensuring a peaceful death for a DNR patient. Despite her expert actions, systemic racism reared its head, leading to her wrongful termination and criminal charges. Joined by retired nurse and advocate Gerard Soucy, we explore the deep-rooted biases in nursing, the urgent need for systemic change, and the moving impact of DonQuenick’s patient care. Listen as we call for truth, reconciliation, and unwavering support for our incredible nurses.

00:00 Nurse's discrimination case featured in upcoming episode.
05:41 Nurse's expertise questioned despite multiple award nominations.
09:37 Charge nurse suggested cleaning nurse's house.
11:51 DonQuenick's hectic night as a nurse.
14:01 DonQuenick stayed to care for three patients.
18:28 Nurses file report of neglect and harm.
21:04 Expert nurse enables peaceful death for man.
24:56 Developing instructional videos for DonQuenick case.
28:30 Celebrating excellence, acknowledging historical racism in nursing.
31:14 Dismissal of case in interest of justice.
35:26 Addressing racism in nursing among white nurses.
38:42 Promoting dialogue in nursing for honest reflection.
42:58 Woman's passion for caring shines in work.
46:56 Bias towards black nurses in patient care.
48:55 Powerful story of DonQuenick needs media attention.
51:01 Legal nurse consultant highlights need for empathy.

Below are links to a video series documenting DonQuenick's story:

Welcome back to another enriching episode of Nurses with Voices! In today's episode, your host, Dr. Lendra James, engages in a captivating conversation with the distinguished Dr. Danielle McCamey, founder of DNPs of Color. This organization is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within the nursing profession.

Get ready to dive into Dr. McCamey's inspiring nursing journey, from her early days influenced by her mother's home health nursing to her vibrant career in surgical critical care. She will share the challenges she faced as a black woman in a DNP program and how those experiences led her to create a supportive community for nurses of color.

You'll also hear about her groundbreaking mentorship program, the importance of publishing impactful DNP projects, and her recent recognition by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. Join us as Dr. McCamey offers invaluable advice for advancing nursing careers and making meaningful impacts in diverse communities.

Stay tuned for a conversation filled with education, empowerment, and inspiration!

Connect with Danielle and DNPs of Color:

- Website: DNPs of Color https://www.dnpsofcolor.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dnpsofcolor

Events: https://www.dnpsofcolor.org/news-and-events/

Sneakers: https://www.dnpsofcolor.org/doc-shop/

00:00 Preferring surgical critical care to medical ICU.
04:02 Chose DNP over other tracks, faced challenges.
07:05 Diverse nurses lack support and recognition.
10:04 "I'm so happy for you, very inspiring."
16:05 Overcoming trauma, funding, and professional collaboration struggles.
17:11 Behaving in certain rooms can be tiring.
21:52 Four mentors: parent, career strategist, goal model.
24:00 Recognition of entrepreneurial needs through mentorship.

Welcome to the Nurses With Voices podcast, where we delve into the crucial topics impacting healthcare professionals. In this episode titled "From Burnout to Balance: Unpacking Nervous System Regulation," host Dr. Lendra James is joined by guest Cindy Kruse, founder of Kruse Into You, focused on combatting burnout among healthcare professionals through nervous system regulation.

Cindy shares her inspiring journey from pediatric ICU nurse to entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with our bodies to achieve long-term transformational change. They discuss signs of burnout and how healthcare leaders can support their staff, emphasizing the power of mindfulness and self-care techniques.

Join us as we explore ways to promote wellness in healthcare and hear how Cindy's impactful work is making a difference in the lives of nurses.

Cindy can be reached at :

kruseintoyou.com

Cindykruse09 on Facebook

Cindy_kruse1 on Instagram.

00:00 Nurse at bedside found a new path.
04:10 Healing trauma by reconnecting with the body.
09:38 Promoting energy, healing and creating a nurturing space.
13:38 Uncovering hidden beliefs leads to personal growth.
15:22 Rejection in childhood affects adult personal, professional life.
19:44 Meditation and visualization can impact health positively.
22:01 Encouraging visceral release for emotional well-being.
27:19 Desire for mindfulness and support in healthcare.
28:31 Encouraging sign-off, emphasizing empowerment and inspiration.