Ep.63. Nurses Under Fire: Bias In Scrubs

04/06/2025 28 min Temporada 2 Episodio 63
Ep.63. Nurses Under Fire: Bias In Scrubs

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Ep.63. In this impactful episode, Dr. Lendra announces the launch of the Nurse Legacy Accelerator Program, an initiative designed to empower nurses with entrepreneurial ambitions—particularly in IV hydration and consulting. The discussion moves to the recent changes in COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, especially for healthy children and pregnant women, and the potential effects on public health trust. Complete the Nurse Legacy Accelerator Program Application: https://forms.gle/x7K8ikt8aYZvdZvR7 The episode dives deep into the realities of bias and discrimination in nursing, emphasizing the urgent need for unity, mentorship, and empowerment. It challenges outdated cultural norms like "nurses eating their young" and highlights the importance of support systems and self-care to prevent burnout. Key Takeaways The Nurse Legacy Accelerator Program helps entrepreneurial nurses break into IV hydration and consulting.  Changes in COVID-19 vaccine policy can shake public confidence and affect vulnerable populations.  Discrimination and bias are still prevalent in nursing—document everything and seek support. Mentorship and leadership development are critical for nurse growth.  The nursing profession must unite, not divide—it's time to stop "eating our young."  Empowering environments foster better care and professional sustainability. Chapters 00:00 – Launching the Nurse Legacy Accelerator Program 02:23 – COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations and Public Health Implications 05:40 – Addressing Discrimination and Bias in Nursing 24:29 – Nurses Eating Their Young: A Cultural Reflection Resources & Links Join the Nurse Legacy Accelerator Program: https://forms.gle/x7K8ikt8aYZvdZvR7 Download "Confessions of a Nurse Executive: Conscious & Unconscious Bias in Healthcare" eBook: https://payhip.com/b/pFWs9 Book a Strategy Call with DL James Consulting: https://calendly.com/dljamesconsulting Report Workplace Discrimination (via IG- app) https://www.instagram.com/wrkreceipts?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Subscribe & Follow: - Podcast: Nurses With Voices 🔗 Subscribe to Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-with-voices/id1762933167 🔗 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jczK5DCP0I44do5lp5vAp?si=fubkwatKTSiFomnVotf4IA&nd=1&dlsi=9e88b8ca549f4e5f Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts, experiences, and questions with us on social media using #NursesWithVoices! Let's empower each other and build a community of passionate nurses and nurse entrepreneurs.  Support the Podcast:  

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