In this episode, we're talking less about what sepsis is and more about how to build systems that actually help nurses catch and treat it earlier, without overwhelming us or compromising patient safety. Instead of focusing on textbook definitions, we explore how workflow, culture, and smart (nurse-driven!) processes can radically improve outcomes.
I sit down with Jaclyn Bond, MS, MBA, RN, former Director of Nursing and an innovative leader known for transforming rapid response workflows, developing a nurse-consult activation process, and championing nurse-driven sepsis care. With a background in ER, ICU, trauma, informatics, and program development, Jaclyn brings practical, evidence-based insight that every nurse and leader needs to hear.
Together, we talk about:
✅ Why many hospitals see too few rapid response calls, but too many codes
✅ How Jaclyn's "nurse consult" activation empowered bedside nurses to escalate sooner without the fear or judgment
✅ Using hard data as your strongest ally: whether you're influencing physicians, executives, or frontline staff
✅ Why the future of sepsis care is nursing-led precision resuscitation, supported by real-time physiologic data
… and a lot more!
This conversation is packed with insight for bedside nurses, rapid response teams, educators, and leaders, especially if you're trying to improve sepsis outcomes with limited resources. Jaclyn's approach blends compassion, critical thinking, and operational excellence in a way that feels both refreshing and highly actionable.
🚨 Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the guest and do not represent the official position of any organization with which they are currently or have previously been affiliated.
🔗 Resources & Links:
- Learn more about FloPatch and sepsis resuscitation: https://flosonicsmedical.com/
- Read the Rapid Response / FloPatch case study
- Join the FreshRN email list for free (non-spammy) resources & updates: https://www.freshrn.com/email-sign-up
- Nurse leaders: Need a comprehensive residency program for your new grads? Check out: https://www.freshrn.com/enterprise/
🎧 Follow & Subscribe:
If this episode gave you something to think about, follow FreshRN wherever you listen to podcasts, and share it with a nurse friend!
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Ruthie's Table 4
For more than 30 years The River Cafe in London, has been the home-from-home of artists, architects, designers, actors, collectors, writers, activists, and politicians. Michael Caine, Glenn Close, JJ Abrams, Steve McQueen, Victoria and David Beckham, and Lily Allen, are just some of the people who love to call The River Cafe home. On River Cafe Table 4, Rogers sits down with her customers—who have become friends—to talk about food memories. Table 4 explores how food impacts every aspect of our lives. “Foods is politics, food is cultural, food is how you express love, food is about your heritage, it defines who you and who you want to be,” says Rogers. Each week, Rogers invites her guest to reminisce about family suppers and first dates, what they cook, how they eat when performing, the restaurants they choose, and what food they seek when they need comfort. And to punctuate each episode of Table 4, guests such as Ralph Fiennes, Emily Blunt, and Alfonso Cuarón, read their favourite recipe from one of the best-selling River Cafe cookbooks. Table 4 itself, is situated near The River Cafe’s open kitchen, close to the bright pink wood-fired oven and next to the glossy yellow pass, where Ruthie oversees the restaurant. You are invited to take a seat at this intimate table and join the conversation. For more information, recipes, and ingredients, go to https://shoptherivercafe.co.uk/ Web: https://rivercafe.co.uk/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/therivercafelondon/ Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/therivercafelondon/ For more podcasts from iHeartRadio, visit the iheartradio app, apple podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.