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The Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities57// The Real Reason Nurses Feel Stuck in Their Careers (+ What to Do First)Feeling stuck in your nursing career—even with years of experience or an advanced degree? You’re not alone. In this episode, Bonnie breaks down the real reasons nurses feel uncertain about what’s next—and introduces a simple tool to help you get clear. Whether you're an RN, APRN, or nurse leader, discover how self-awareness and career reflection can reignite your purpose.Key Takeaways:Common causes of career stagnationThe power of clarity over job searchingHow to use the free Nurse Career Growth RoadmapWant to continue the conversation? Send me a text right he...2025-06-2618 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities56 // 4 Steps to Determine Your Unique Nursing Career Path (Replay)This podcast was #1 one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025.How do I find my nursing niche? How do I advance my career as a nurse? Have you asked these questions before? There are so many career paths for nurses that we get stuck. It's a good problem and a bad problem to have. It's good because it gives us options. It's bad, because we have so many options that we stay stuck because we don’t kno...2025-04-2414 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities55// The Ambitious Nurse's Guide to Goal Setting: Actionable Steps for Career Advancement (Replay; What is Professional Ascension?)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025.The blueprint for developing your nursing career is right here. Founded on the principles of Professional Ascension, the Ambitious Nurse Podcast is about helping nurses grow professionally. Professional Ascension provides career coaching and mentoring for nurses with experience. The framework of Professional Ascension is to Discover your Nursing Career Path, Explore your Nursing Career Interests, Set Nursing Career Goals, and Take Action in Your N...2025-04-1831 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities54// 5 Reasons to Leave Your Nursing Job (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025.There are red flags that indicate it's time to move on from your current job, but many people stay longer than they should. This episode is to help the nurse consider whether to stay at the bedside or leave.Should they stay in nursing or leave nursing? Should they stay in healthcare or leave? By the end of the episode, you wi...2025-04-1016 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities53// How to Set Boundaries & Reduce Overwhelm in Your Nursing Job (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025.Can you imagine finding joy in your nursing career while maintaining financial stability, even during the strenuous summer months? By establishing boundaries, you can achieve greater flexibility and autonomy, focusing on what truly matters professionally and personally.From feeling overwhelmed in your role to finding a job that aligns with your aspirations, we explore how you can gain clarity. I also delve i...2025-04-0319 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities52// Why You Can't Break Free From Nursing Career Stagnation & How These 5 Actions Can Advance Your Career As An Experienced Nurse (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025. Are you tired of feeling stuck in your nursing career despite having advanced degrees and qualifications? Join me, Bonnie Meadows, as I reveal essential strategies for overcoming career stagnation and moving into leadership roles. Discover why your resume might hold you back and learn how to align it with job descriptions to get past HR screening systems. I’ll share practical tips to hi...2025-03-2724 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities51// Don't Overthink It: The Power of Action in Your Nursing Career (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025. Are you stuck in analysis paralysis, endlessly weighing the "what ifs" of your nursing career? In this episode, Bonnie Meadows, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, shares her own experiences with overcoming perfectionism and fear to take decisive action.Bonnie challenges the "checklist mentality" many nurses adopt, urging you to shift from procedure to strategy. She emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection, asking the right questions, and gathering data to i...2025-03-2014 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities50// Beyond the Bedside: How Nurses Can Influence Politics and PolicyWhat a milestone!! This is my 50th episode. I decided to get a little personal and controversial even for me. I pray it blesses you and directs you on your next steps in advocating for your patients, families, and yourself. This episode discusses the current political climate and its effects on nursing. You must advocate for yourself and your patients. I also stress the role of faith and prayer in navigating difficult times, encouraging a focus on spiritual grounding. I urge you to contact your political representatives by phone and email. You must know yo...2025-03-1313 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities49// Nursing Career Goals: Charting Your Path to Success (Replay)There is a lack of clarity when it comes to nursing career goals. The majority of nurses know what they want to do when they join the nursing profession. However, for some, their thoughts about what they want to do begin to change after they've been in the profession for a while. Exposure to more influences their desire to follow a different path. Often, they don't know what that path will be. It is my goal to make you feel like you can make a difference in your career and have the power to navigate further. Du...2025-03-0631 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities48// Accelerating Your Nursing Career: Lessons in Leadership from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X (Replay)Join me, as we celebrate Black History Month by exploring how these figures' can invigorate your own approach to leadership in healthcare. This episode is a treasure trove of insights into leading with love, kindness, and assertive strategies when necessary, all aimed at empowering you to make a real difference in advocating for patients.Explore the secrets to amplifying your influence in the nursing field without relying on titles. We delve into the power of community, the importance of exposure and experiences, and why great communication is your ally on this leadership journey. You'll come to...2025-02-2518 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities47// How to Align Your Nursing Career with Your Goals (Instead of Just a Paycheck) (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025. This week's episode peels back the layers of why embracing a career mindset in nursing benefits personal growth and improves the nursing profession. We also discuss the impact of a career-focused approach on workplace morale and patient care. Actionable advice is provided for those currently stuck in a job-focused mindset and who want to change to a career-focused mindset. We explore how to evolve our rol...2025-02-1328 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities46 // Do I Really Need a Master’s Degree to Grow My Nursing Career? (Replay)This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025. Ever wondered how an advanced degree could help your nursing career? With 17.4% of registered nurses holding a master’s degree, Bonnie explores the transformative benefits of higher education in nursing. She breaks down the advantages, from enhanced job opportunities to flexible work schedules, and shares personal anecdotes on how further education broadened her perspective, reinforcing the vital role of nurses in healthcare. Whether you're contemplating further education or s...2025-02-0618 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job OpportunitiesEp. 45// The Power of Perseverance: Unlocking the Next Step in Your Nursing Career [Replay]This podcast was one of the top 10 podcast episodes of 2024. I am bringing it back as a replay for your enjoyment as I work on new episodes for 2025. In this week’s episode, Bonnie Meadows encourages nurses who feel stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed in their career journey. She reminds us to press forward, stay committed to our goals, and believe in the right path. Drawing from her personal experience and passion for helping nurses, Bonnie reflects on the importance of pursuing clarity and fulfillment in your nursing career, even if the journey feels unconventional....2025-01-3106 min
MEDSURG Nursing Journal Podcast Series018. Nurse Innovation - A Path of Perseverance, Grit, and CreativityIn this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Journal Editorial Board Member Dr. Barbara Potts talks with Karen Meade, an Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist at the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. They discuss the creation and development of a product—urinary drainage bags designed to be positioned below the bladder—to address a gap in patient care. Their conversation explores the entire innovation process, from generating the initial idea to creating the device and bringing the product to life.Karen Meade, MS, APRN-CNS, AGCNS-BC, OCN, is an Oncology Clinical Nurs...2025-01-1619 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities44// Why Every RN and APRN Should Start Their Day with GratitudeIn this episode, we explore how gratitude can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset, enhance resilience, and bring joy to your nursing career—even in the face of challenges. As we enter the holiday season, it's important to reflect on what we’re thankful for and practice gratitude daily. Drawing inspiration from renowned thought leaders like Mel Robbins and Gretchen Rubin, we’ll unpack the science of gratitude and how it rewires the brain to combat stress, improve mood, and reduce burnout.Join me as I share practical strategies for incorporating gratitude into your workday, the co...2024-12-1028 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities43// All Work and No Play? How to Rest, Reset, and Recharge Before 2025 for Experienced NursesThe end of the year is here, and it’s time to shift gears. As ambitious nurses, we often feel the pressure to go hard year-round, but recovery and rest are vital for long-term success and well-being. In this episode, I’m sharing how I plan to wind down the year with intention, balance work and play, and set the foundation for a purposeful 2025.I’ll reflect on my experiences from 20 years of nursing, from slower patient volumes during the holidays to setting boundaries for recovery. You’ll hear how I create space for relaxation, creativity, and goal-set...2024-11-2316 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities42// Don't Overthink It: The Power of Action in Advancing Your Nursing CareerAre you stuck in analysis paralysis, endlessly weighing the "what ifs" of your nursing career? In this episode, Bonnie Meadows, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, shares her own experiences with overcoming perfectionism and fear to take decisive action.Bonnie challenges the "checklist mentality" many nurses adopt, urging you to shift from procedure to strategy. She emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection, asking the right questions, and gathering data to inform your decisions. It's time to stop overthinking and start taking strategic steps toward the career you deserve.2024-11-1414 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job OpportunitiesWhat's Nurse Career Clarity All About?? + A Bonus Ending SoonSupport the showReady to elevate your nursing career? Join me for a **1:1 Nurse Career Clarity Coaching Call**—a one-hour session where we’ll explore your current path and create powerful, strategic steps to bring clarity and direction to your next moves. Imagine applying for roles that truly match your skills and passions, walking into interviews with total confidence, and taking purposeful steps aligned with your goals. In this call, we’ll define your career vision and outline each step you need to reach it. **Plus, here’s a specia...2024-10-2604 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities41 // Want to Stand Out? Tailor Your Nursing Resume Like a ProIn this episode, we delve into essential resume tips specifically tailored for nurses looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re pursuing a graduate degree or seeking new opportunities in healthcare, a well-crafted resume is crucial for standing out in a competitive job market. Join Bonnie Meadows as she shares actionable insights on tailoring your resume, highlighting your qualifications, and showcasing your accomplishments effectively.**Key Takeaways:**1. Tailor Your Resume for Each Job: Learn the importance of customizing your resume for each job application. We'll discuss how to refine your baseline document, ensuring it stays withi...2024-10-2519 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities40 // Resume vs. CV: Which One Will Land You the Nursing Job Interview?In this episode, Bonnie Meadows dives deep into the essential tools you need to stand out as an experienced nurse in today's competitive job market: resumes, CVs, and portfolios. Whether pursuing a graduate degree, transitioning into an advanced practice role, or aiming for leadership, understanding how to leverage these documents can make all the difference in your career progression. Bonnie shares high-level resume tips, explains the differences between these documents, and offers practical advice to help you confidently make your next move.Want to continue the conversation? Send me a text right here....2024-10-1618 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities39 //Strengths Over Weaknesses: How to Leverage Your Core Nursing Skills for Career SuccessAre you a nurse feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or unsure about your next career move? Do you crave a purposeful and fulfilling career path? If so, this episode is your compass to navigate the exciting journey of self-discovery and unlock your full potential. Key Points:Self-awareness isn't just a buzzword – it's the secret ingredient to a fulfilling nursing career.Forget the linear path; your career is an adventure waiting to be explored!Seven Powerful Self-Awareness Tools:SWOT Analysis: Uncover your hidden strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to chart your career co...2024-10-0532 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities38 // Time Isn’t the Problem: How to Make Strategic Moves & Grow Your Nursing Career FasterIs your nursing career not progressing as quickly as you'd hoped? Discover practical strategies to accelerate your career growth, even while managing the demands of work and life. Say goodbye to the mindset of blaming "they" for career stagnation. Instead, embrace a proactive approach to advancement with our expert advice designed to keep you focused and motivated.We'll explore the importance of experimenting with different positions, even if it means enduring short job stints. Hear the inspirational journey of a nurse who faced multiple rejections before landing her dream director position, underscoring the po...2024-09-2821 min
Nurse Essentials: A podcast focused on caring for youSupporting Nurses Who Experience Second Victim PhenomenonSend us a textDianna Copley, DNP, APRN-CNS, ACCNS-AG, CCRN, Clinical Nurse Specialist at Cleveland Clinic and Associate Director of the Nursing Ethics Program, discusses second victim phenomenon and the Emerge Stronger peer support program the healthcare system implemented in 2020 to address it.2024-09-2524 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities37// The Power of Perseverance: Unlocking the Next Step in Your Nursing CareerIn this week’s episode, Bonnie Meadows encourages nurses who feel stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed in their career journey. She reminds us to press forward, stay committed to our goals, and believe in the right path. Drawing from her personal experience and passion for helping nurses, Bonnie reflects on the importance of pursuing clarity and fulfillment in your nursing career, even if the journey feels unconventional.Bonnie also shares why she developed this community for nurses seeking more from their careers and how taking intentional steps toward clarity can help you discover your unique gifts, ski...2024-09-1906 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities36 // Is Exhaustion the New Normal? How to Build a Sustainable Nursing CareerFlexibility is the cornerstone of a thriving nursing career. This episode highlights the importance of being open to various career paths and roles. I'll share my own story of career pivots and the short-term and long-term goals that have guided me. Discover how continuous learning and staying informed about new opportunities can benefit your career, and learn the significance of understanding your personal mission in nursing. Be prepared to embrace new roles, set meaningful goals, and continuously seek growth to prevent career stagnation.Self-leadership is crucial for well-being in nursing. Learn fro...2024-09-1230 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities35 //Can the CNS Role Be Your Catalyst for Nursing Career Advancement? Find Out How w/NACNS President Dr. Jennifer Manning DNS, ACNS-BC, CNE, FCNSCan passion, communication, and confidence transform an introverted nurse into a leader? In this episode, we are honored to have Dr. Jennifer Manning, President of the National Association for Clinical Nurse Specialists, who recounts her inspiring transition from a background in biology and research to becoming a CNS. Dr. Manning talks about how Hurricane Katrina influenced her career choices and discusses the global outlook for the future of the CNS role, offering invaluable strategies for career advancement.What makes a Clinical Nurse Specialist truly effective? We explore the quintessential qualities that define a successful CNS, e...2024-09-0540 min
Rapid Response RN119: Spinal Cord Ischemia with Michelle Dedeo DNP, RN, CNS, ACCNS-AG, CCRN, CNRN, SCRN, TCRNWhen Michelle discovered her patient was paralyzed, it surprised the whole medical team. This patient who was previously mobile and recovering from septic shock was now paralyzed and ultimately diagnosed with spinal cord ischemia, but could early intervention have changed the outcome?In this episode, we discuss the causes, signs, diagnosis and treatment of spinal cord ischemia. Michelle shares powerful insights from her work in neurocritical care, including a technique for detecting easy-to-miss neurological changes.Tune in to find out how you can improve patient outcomes when managing spinal cord ischemia!2024-08-3046 minThe Ambitious Nurse | RN, Nursing Career, Nursing Job Opportunities34 // You’ve Got the Degree, So Why Can’t You Land a Nursing Job?🩺 In this episode, I share a real-life coaching experience with a nurse who had a doctoral degree in education (EdD) but struggled to land a job in education. Despite her impressive credentials, she wasn’t getting any callbacks. The problem? Her resume didn’t reflect the experience she needed for the roles she was applying for.I break down three key strategies that can help YOU avoid the same pitfalls and start landing interviews for the positions you truly want:1️⃣ **Tailor Your Resume:** Make sure your resume is aligned with the job description. ATS (Applicant Tracking Sy...2024-08-2915 min