The Mursenary Podcast

The Mursenary Podcast

Welcome to The Mursenary Podcast. Hosted by me, nurse Rick, The Mursenary. I'm a registered nurse that works inpatient hospital care, I've recently taken an interest to travel nursing and exploring healthcare around the U.S.. Join me as I journey around the country hospital to hospital, examining healthcare in different areas, interviewing healthcare professionals, covering healthcare news, telling stories about healthcare history, and teaching about the tools of healthcare we all have access to. ______________________ Website: www.themursenary.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553990947917 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themursenarypodcast/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMursenaryPC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8C7oJSh8NugIE0WAcLSTQQ

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December 23, 2024 94 mins

In this compelling episode, I speak with Frank Lobb, a former U.S. Navy pilot and Dupont professional who has worked nationwide on the EPA Clean Air Act. Frank shares the heartbreaking story of losing a loved one due to insurance failures and how it led him to uncover shocking truths about healthcare insurance contracts. His journey from tragedy to advocacy has resulted in powerful books that shed light on patients' rights and...

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 Discover the untold medical legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in this riveting episode of The Mursenary Podcast. From his early days as a gifted apprentice to his revolutionary anatomical studies, we uncover how da Vinci's meticulous dissections and detailed journals transformed the understanding of the human body. Learn about his groundbreaking contributions to respiratory, cardiovascular, and nervous systems, and how his work rem...

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November 22, 2024 23 mins

 In this episode, we delve into the harrowing events of the 1918 flu pandemic, a global catastrophe that claimed millions of lives and stretched healthcare systems to their limits. Discover how this deadly virus spread with unprecedented speed, affecting cities, towns, and remote areas alike. We'll examine the public health measures taken to combat the outbreak and the scientific efforts to understand and control the virus. As...

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November 13, 2024 15 mins

Welcome back listeners!  In this episode, we explore the fascinating life and groundbreaking discoveries of Alexander Fleming, the Scottish bacteriologist best known for his accidental discovery of penicillin. We dive into the serendipitous moment in 1928 when he noticed the antibacterial properties of a mold, forever changing the course of medicine and saving countless lives. Join us as we discuss Fleming's early life, his sc...

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June 9, 2024 29 mins

Have you ever gotten to the pharmacy with a new prescription and thought, "Damn, how much did you say that was?". You're not the only one! In todays episode we discuss three companies whose sole purpose is to save you money on your medicines! Tune in to learn about useful tools for saving money in a market filled with over price prescriptions. I hope this helps!

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May 23, 2024 12 mins

In todays Episode we are talking about the life and history of the great Florence Nightingale. The mother of modern nursing, the lady in the lamp, the woman that we only briefly learned about in our intro to nursing class. Florence dedicated her life to the art of nursing and transformed the stigma around the profession during her lifetime. This episode is dedicated to the brilliance of Florence's life, I hope you all enjoy an...

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April 18, 2024 18 mins

Guess what, The Mursenary is on the road! My contract in Ohio has started and this was recorded from my hotel during the first few days of the orientation phase.  This episode is just a thank you to all my listeners and me breaking down some of the things that go into travel nursing. Here we go, back in the saddle again!

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March 23, 2024 13 mins

In this episode we are talking about the nursing shortage. We are covering 3 reasons that contribute to the shortage we are facing currently and will be worsening in the future if steps aren't taken to fix these problems. Healthcare is one of the most noble professions, so why is it so hard to find people that want to answer that calling?

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March 13, 2024 9 mins

In this episode of The Mursenary Podcast we are covering BE FAST. It's not for NASCAR or F1, it's for strokes, more specifically the things you should be aware of for strokes. This information could help save yourself or a loved ones quality of life. Be sure to share with friends and family if you found this information useful!

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Do you like spending time in the hospital? Probably not. You can leave whenever you want, but should you? In this episode we discuss reasons why you shouldn't leave before the team is ready to discharge you safely. 

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In this episode we are talking about hospitals, and the reasons you should stay healthy and out of them. If you're having an emergency please go to the hospital. If you're not having an emergency, for the love of god don't make decisions that will land you there faster.

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In this weeks episode we are covering pharma ads, and the history of them. We know them, we hate them, we live with them. Learning about their history will help us all understand how we got here and perhaps some changes to push for going forward!

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January 21, 2024 9 mins

In this episode we talk about preventative care and explain what it is and why you should stay on top of it. Mursenary fun fact is included. Hope you enjoy!

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January 14, 2024 14 mins

In this episode we are going to cover the skin tingling topic of Health Insurance, my inability to read numbers while I do math, and another Mursenary fun fact! Be sure to check out the socials and the website!

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January 7, 2024 9 mins

In this episode we are covering the ever exciting advanced directives! The episode today is a little on the short side, however it is worth knowing and worth sharing with loved ones. Short, sweet, and to the point.

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In this episode we are going to cover exactly what the title says, patient rights and responsibilities in healthcare. We go through a pretty universal rights and responsibilities handout, cover the Affordable Care Act, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. 

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Welcome listeners! This is The Mursenary Podcast, and this is your host, Nurse Rick. Episode 0 describes what is to come as this show evolves and develops over the coming months. Subscribe, stay tuned, and follow along on social media to keep up with the travels of a Mursenary!

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