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June 24, 2025 37 mins

In this episode of PATHTalks, Pathway Health COO Lisa Thomson connects with Betty Brunner, Senior Nurse Consultant and visionary nurse leader, for an inspiring conversation about The Transformational Impact of Nurse Leaders. 

Betty shares highlights from her remarkable career journey, reflecting on the pivotal moments, evolving responsibilities, and enduring values that have shaped her leadership approach. Together, they explore how today’s nurse leaders are not only guiding care teams but also driving system-wide change, influencing policy, and redefining the future of health care.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

  • The personal journey and inspiration behind a successful career in nursing leadership—and the moments that made a lasting impact
  • How the role of nurse leaders has evolved in recent years to drive meaningful change across care teams and healthcare systems
  • Key challenges today’s nurse leaders face compared to a decade ago, and how those challenges influence leadership effectiveness
  • The future of nursing leadership: essential emerging skills, evolving responsibilities, and opportunities to shape care delivery and health policy
  • Strategies for balancing administrative duties with a strong clinical presence and authentic connection to frontline staff

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