The Smart Care Team Spotlight Podcast

The Smart Care Team Spotlight Podcast

In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the challenges faced by clinicians are mounting. Join host Molly McCarthy MBA RN-BC, former US Microsoft CNO, as she leads captivating conversations with today’s health leaders about the game-changing potential of AI and Ambient Intelligence for care teams. Visit virtualnursing.com, your go-to resource for accelerating the transition to smart care teams. Presented by care.ai ®.

Episodes

May 21, 2025 26 mins
AI and technology can enhance healthcare in the OR by reducing distractions and enabling clinicians to work at the top of their licenses.  In this episode, Dr. Josh Wymer shares his journey from nursing school to the Navy and his current work serving Missourians and leading the AORN Task Force on AI in perioperative care. He emphasizes the vital role of nurses, the importance of ethical AI, and the potential of technology to suppo...
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What happens when a nurse blends clinical experience with cutting-edge technology? You get innovation that actually works for the people delivering care. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Kelly Aldrich, Professor of Nursing Informatics and Director of Innovation at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and founder of Mindful Immersive Nursing Demonstration Lab, shared her journey from bedside nursing to becom...
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Imagine a world where technology not only supports but transforms the way nurses deliver care. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Jason Fratzke discusses his transition from clinical nursing to nursing informatics, driven by a passion for integrating technology into patient care. He emphasizes the importance of human connection in healthcare, especially amidst rapid technological advancements, and advocates for ...
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How can AI transform nursing and improve patient care? In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Martin Michalowski, School of Nursing Foundation research professor, a co-director of the Center for Nursing Informatics, and a co-leader of the Digital Health Lab at the University of Minnesota, discusses the intersection of AI and nursing, emphasizing its potential to enhance clinical decision-making, patient engagement, ...
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The future of nursing is evolving rapidly, and innovation is the key to transforming patient care and the profession itself. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Oriana Beaudet discusses the critical role of innovation in reducing burdens on nurses, enhancing patient care, and addressing workforce challenges. She highlights how advancements in AI, virtual nursing, and ambient monitoring are transforming workflows ...
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Empowering nurses through technology is crucial for improving patient care and addressing workforce challenges.  In this episode, Dr. Brian Weirich, Chief Nursing Innovation Officer for Bon Secours Mercy Health, discusses his journey from bedside nursing to healthcare innovation, emphasizing the need for technology to ease nurses’ workload and enhance their ability to provide quality care. He shares his experiences with tech start...
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How can nurses harness innovation and technology while staying rooted in empathy and human connection? In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Tamara AL-Yassin shares her inspiring journey from clinical nursing to entrepreneurship. She highlights the creation of The Nursing Beat, a digital newsletter supporting clinicians with nurse-centered content. She emphasizes the importance of technology in enhancing nursing efficie...
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Nurses are vital innovators in healthcare, uniquely positioned to shape the future of patient care through their expertise and insights. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Marla Weston discusses her extensive career dedicated to enhancing the nursing practice environment and patient care. She emphasizes the need for nurses to be involved in the early development of healthcare technology solutions. She also highli...
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In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, uniting technology with compassionate care is key to empowering nurses and enhancing patient outcomes. In this Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Andrea Hauser emphasizes improving healthcare efficiency and patient outcomes through key initiatives like standardizing electronic health records and implementing a virtual nursing model. She also advocates for empowering nurses, utilizing tec...
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Amid rapid advancements in health technology, how can we ensure innovations truly meet the needs of nurses and patients on the front lines? In this Smart Care Team Spotlight episode, Victoria Tiase explores how technology and data-driven insights can bridge the gap between nursing research and practice to address workload, burnout, and care delivery. Having transitioned to academia during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Tiase is now lea...
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A powerful shift is underway in nursing and healthcare as leaders like Dr. Roberta Waite confront the deep-rooted impact of racism and work toward a more equitable future. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Roberta Waite addresses racism in nursing and healthcare, emphasizing the impact of societal biases on healthcare delivery and the potential of technology to both exacerbate and mitigate health inequities. She...
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Innovative technologies like virtual nursing and ambient monitoring can address workforce challenges while ensuring nurses remain central to patient care decisions. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Rayn Ginnaty and Lynze Cannon discuss the need for innovative solutions like virtual nursing and ambient monitoring to address workforce shortages and post-pandemic fatigue among nurses. They emphasize the importance of ...
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How can artificial intelligence revolutionize nursing practice while ensuring that human empathy and critical thinking remain at the forefront of patient care? In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Dr. Lisiane Pruinelli discusses her work in integrating artificial intelligence into nursing practice and education, highlighting the importance of preparing nurses to use AI responsibly to enhance critical thinking and patie...
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Embark on an inspiring healthcare journey led by Ed Marx, CEO at Marx Advisory, as he unveils the transformative leaders shaping the industry. Immerse yourself in human-centered design, patient-centric approaches, and the disruptive force of AI. Explore the crucial elements of smart clinician integration and calculated risks as this episode carefully navigates the delicate balance between the art and science of medicine. Discover ...
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Successful digital transformation in healthcare requires the alignment of technology readiness, patient acceptance, and operator willingness. In this crossover episode, Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Senior Vice President and Chief Technological Officer at Virtua Health, discusses the evolving attitudes of physicians toward healthcare technology and the gap between theoretical promises and practical applications. Tarun highlights clinicians' sk...
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AI tools are used for risk stratification, ensuring patients with higher risks are admitted to hospitals promptly. In this crossover episode, Dr. Karen Murphy, a Senior Advisor at Geisinger, discusses why Involving clinicians in the AI design process is crucial to ensure the information produced is clinically relevant. Karen Murphy shares insights on how AI tools and the Intelligent Automation Hub are revolutionizing clinical workf...
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It’s time to rethink healthcare technology and leadership paradigms to pursue transformative change in the industry. In this crossover episode, John Glaser talks about the evolution of executive education in healthcare, highlighting the change of focus from electronic health records to topics like AI and digital transformation. He discusses the challenges of technology adoption in healthcare, emphasizing a continuous, incremental ...
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Automating processes and using voice-activated technology can help address barriers to throughput in healthcare institutions. In this episode, Dr. Katie Boston-Leary, Director of Nursing Programs at the American Nurses Association, discusses the transformational promise of AI and ambient intelligence for care teams. Katie emphasizes the importance of smart technology in healthcare. She suggests a tribrid model for redesigning care...
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Discover how Rich Kenny transformed from a flight nurse to a pioneering healthcare executive, revolutionizing healthcare with technology and analytics! In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Rich Kenny discusses his extensive healthcare career, highlighting his transition from a flight nurse to becoming the SAS Health Care Industry Executive Advisor, where he focuses on integrating analytics and AI into healthcare operat...
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From recruitment strategies to positive work environments, nursing leadership drives change. In this episode, Dr. Robyn Begley, who recently announced her plans to retire at the end of 2024 from her position as CEO of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer of the American Hospital Association, discusses the challenges faced by healthcare systems, such as the overwhelmin...
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