RNHuddle Podcast - Nursing Hot Topics

RNHuddle Podcast - Nursing Hot Topics

CiPDI | University of Nebraska Medical Center

Episodes

March 26, 2026 21 mins
On today's episode episode, gerontological nurse practitioner Tricia joins our host Dr. Joyce Black to explore geriatric syndromes and their multifactorial nature. They discuss why conditions like pressure injuries, falls, delirium, and frailty require interdisciplinary management, and how reframing pressure injuries as a geriatric syndrome can improve recognition, collaboration, and patient outcomes.
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In this episode, Dr. Joyce Black welcomes dermatologist Dr. Hadar Lev-Tov to break down the emerging concept of skin failure. Together they explore how skin failure differs from pressure injuries, why accurate diagnosis matters, and the challenges of identifying skin changes in critically ill patients. The discussion highlights the need for clearer definitions, better scientific understanding, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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This episode explores the critical gaps in pressure injury documentation and education within healthcare settings. Host Dr. Joyce Black and guest Dr. Lee Ruotsi dive into the challenges physicians face, including limited training, time constraints, and misconceptions about skin care responsibilities. They emphasize the importance of accurate skin assessments, especially with new electronic clinical quality measures relying on chart...
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We welcome you to this conference teaser! Happening August 27th, 2025, the 16th Biennial Breastfeeding Conference: Baby's Natural Choice brings together breastfeeding advocates to include physicians, nurses, dietitians, and (of course) IBCLC's! Two speakers from the conference, Drs. Laura Wilwerding and Lindsay Lebin give you a sneak peek at what to expect to learn! If you wish to join us, please see the Show Notes for resources an...
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In this episode of RN Huddle, host Dr. Joyce Black welcomes back Anna de Jesus to discuss a critical and often overlooked issue in patient care: nutrition. This conversation, part of the NPIAP podcast series, dives into the complex reasons why patients may refuse food and how clinicians can approach these challenges with empathy and practical solutions. With insights grounded in both clinical expertise and real-world experience, An...
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We’re back with another insightful episode of NPIAP, hosted by Dr. Joyce Black! In today’s episode, we dive into the crucial connection between pressure injury prevention and nutrition. Dr. Black is joined by NPIAP Treasurer and registered dietitian, Anna de Jesus, for a fascinating discussion on how nutrition plays a key role in both the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries. Through a mix of real-life stories and expert i...
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On this episode of RN Huddle, our host, Heidi Keeler, is back! Heidi hosted a returning guest and Nurse Manager of the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit, Kate Boulter to discuss nursing education and practices in the UK and the US. Today’s episode is focused on Kate's personal journey and the differences between the two countries' healthcare systems. They explored the challenges of transitioning from UK to US nursing practice, including...
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In this episode of RN Huddle, Dr. Joyce Black welcomes Michele Deppisch, president-elect of NPIAP, for an insightful discussion on Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (ECQMs) and Pressure Injuries. As CMS implements new efficiency measures to enhance healthcare quality, understanding ECQMs is becoming increasingly crucial. Michele breaks down the basics, explores the technological challenges and processes involved, and provides pr...
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Today's discussion with Dr. Joyce Black, Phd, RN, FAAN and her guests, Kelly Moed, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CSPHP and Charlotte Lisco, BSN, RN, CWON, explores the close connection between safe patient handling and pressure injury prevention. Check out the Episode Note for the key products and resources mentioned. Connect with EHOB for more information about the products discussed in this episode or to speak with the clinical experts featu...
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This episode revisit takes us back to the launch of our NPIAP series from February 2024, hosted by Dr. Joyce Black, immediate past-president of the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP). Dr. Black welcomes NPIAP Board Member Kathleen Vollman, a critical care nursing expert, to discuss pressure injury development in critically ill patients and best practices for proper patient turning. Kathleen also shares tips for reducin...
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We’re revisiting a powerful RN Huddle episode from five years ago, recorded as the pandemic was just beginning. While we’re grateful not to be in that place again, the message remains as important as ever: let’s kick off 2025 with health and strength in focus! We challenge everyone to carve out just 20 seconds each day to move, build strength, and invest in a healthier you. Let’s start the new year on the right foot—together!
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In this episode of RN Huddle, Dr. Joyce Black sits down with Ann Marie Nie, PhDc, RN, MSN, FNP-BC, APRN, CWOCN, a pediatric wound care expert at Dayton Children's Hospital, about the unique challenges of preventing and treating pressure injuries in children. Ann Marie discusses her dissertation research, focusing on the role medical devices play in causing pediatric pressure injuries and how these injuries differ from those in adul...
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Join RN Huddle host Dr. Heidi Keeler as she welcomes Mary Harper, Director of Research and Inquiry, and Naomi Fox, Director of Education, from the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD). Together, they dive into the vital work of ANPD, exploring its role in supporting nurses through advocacy, education, and professional growth. Learn why Nursing Professional Development is recognized as a dynamic specialty within t...
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In today’s episode of RN Huddle, our NPIAP co-host, Dr. Joyce Black, is joined by Brigitte Vola to discuss the critical issue of ECMO-related pressure injuries and the steps her team at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has taken to combat them. Brigitte dives into what ECMO is, why these vulnerable patients are at risk, and how UAB expanded its healthcare team to tackle this challenge. Tune in to learn about the innova...
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In today’s episode, we’re excited to share the Mary Eliza Mahoney Mentoring Program, a transformative new initiative from the College of Nursing. Host Heidi Keeler is joined by Dr. Precious Davis, also known as Dr. Lady P, the program’s inaugural director. As a first-generation college graduate herself, Dr. Lady P brings a unique and compassionate perspective to mentoring first-generation nursing students, guiding them through the ...
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In today's episode, Dr. Joyce Black sits down with Lisa Grubb, an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, who shares her journey demonstrating how to prevent pressure injuries starting in the ER. Instead of coming in as an outsider, Lisa immersed herself in the workflow, collaborating with nurses to implement practical solutions. She explains how using realistic images helped educate staff unfamiliar with pressure i...
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In today’s episode, we’re excited to bring you a special collaboration! Dr. Heidi Keeler joined Nicole Weathers from the University of Iowa to dive into the world of nursing collaboration. Nicole was part of our inaugural MCIRN Innovation Summit in August and that’s where this collaboration began! This recording is brought to you from the Beyond Nurse Residency Podcast as a part of the Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program. For mor...
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NPIAP returns with an insightful episode on pressure injuries related to medical devices, focusing on oxygen delivery systems. Dr. Joyce Black is joined by respiratory therapists Lexie Caraway and Denise Lauderbaugh. Together, they delve into their experiences with these systems, discussing strategies for preventing and detecting pressure injuries. The conversation also highlights ways respiratory therapists and nurses can collabor...
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In today’s episode, host Dr. Heidi Keeler sits down with UNMC's Interim Chancellor, Dr. Dele Davies. A visionary leader in healthcare, Dr. Davies shares his insights on the nursing workforce in Nebraska. As the discussion unfolds, he offers a hopeful perspective for those considering a career in nursing. The episode concludes with an inspiring message from Dr. Davies, encouraging listeners to look forward to a bright future in the ...
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Today’s episode is a bittersweet one. Co-host Dr. Joyce Black is joined by Dr. Janet Cuddigan from our very own UNMC College of Nursing, who shared a special bond with the late Dr. Barbara Braden. While Dr. Braden is renowned for developing the Braden Scale, she was also a cherished friend. In this episode, you’ll hear heartwarming stories and learn about the meaningful relationships Dr. Braden had with her colleagues, mentees, and...
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