Rachell Dumas, RN joins Janelle McSwiggin for an inspiring and beautiful episode of the Nursing Now podcast. This episode is focused on overcoming discrimination, health disparities, and personal trauma to create a thriving business that supports women navigating a similar situation. Rachell started her business, A Light After 9, after experiencing 9 pregnancy losses.
As a warning to anyone who may not be ready to listen to a conversation on loss, we have an in-depth conversation about Rachell's pregnancy loss and the spark it ignited in her to advocate for others. Rachell's thriving business provides grants, educational materials, workshops, and mentor experiences for mothers coping with loss. Rachell is a successful keynote speaker, eager to share her story to help others.
Rachell Dumas is the prime example of a nurse who had a personal experience, outside of her clinical knowledge, saw a need from that experience, and capitalized on it. All while still supporting the health of others. Join Janelle and Rachell as they talk about Rachell's business model, journey, and her tips for nurses who may want to do something similar.
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Rachell M. Dumas, RN, is a dedicated nurse and maternal health advocate who transitioned from bedside nursing to nursing entrepreneurship after facing personal challenges that reshaped her career path. Following multiple pregnancy losses, Rachell left her traditional nursing role to prioritize her health, eventually welcoming her miracle child. This journey inspired her to found A Light After Nine, a nonprofit organization supporting families through pregnancy loss, infertility, and maternal trauma. With a mission to bring compassionate, patient-centered care to those in need, Rachell combines her clinical expertise with entrepreneurial drive to create meaningful change in maternal healthcare.
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