Nurse Rosa's INsights

In this episode, Rosa Hart sits down with Justin Gill, DNP, APRN, RN, FNP-C, Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner and President of the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Justin is a nationally known voice for modern nursing advocacy, health policy engagement, and combating misinformation in healthcare. Together, they dive into: How misinformation spreads and why nurses are uniquely positioned to counter it The difference between political involvement and partisan loyalty—and why nurses must understand the distinction Why nurses belong in elected and appointed positions where decisions are truly made How to elevate nursing identity beyond a task-based role to a profession of influence, expertise, and leadership Justin’s vision for investing in the profession: 50% toward political and public-policy training for nurses and healthcare workers 50% toward professional development programs in schools of nursing to build identity, voice, and confidence early Whether you're a bedside nurse, advanced practice provider, nursing student, faculty member, or healthcare advocate, this episode empowers you to see how your voice can shape policy, public trust, and the future of healthcare. Instagram: @gill.justin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justingill90 BlueSky: @justin-gill.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingill Follow Rosa on social media for more insights, advocacy conversations, and brain-health education:Instagram/TikTok/X: @NurseRosaSpeaksFollow "Nurse Rosa’s Insights" on your favorite podcast platform.

What if the words you say to a patient in crisis are as critical as the medications you give them? Dr. Bram Duffee, a 25-year paramedic working 72-hour weeks on Houston ambulances AND a PhD researcher, reveals why patients in medical emergencies enter a hypnotic state that makes them hyper-vulnerable to every word you say. Bram started saving lives at 14 and became one of the youngest paramedics in the country at 19. Now he splits his time between critical care ambulance work, teaching 170 communication students at Kennesaw State University, and leading research at the First Responder Behavioral Health Institute. His latest book, Hypnotic Communication in Emergency Medical Settings, hit #1 in Amazon's Emergency Medicine category for a reason. In this episode: Why patients become highly suggestible during medical emergencies The nocebo effect: how your words can accidentally worsen outcomes Rapid rapport-building techniques for high-stress situations The paramedic PTSD crisis nobody talks about (Bram shares his own story) Why EMS research is critically underfunded—and what we can do about it Therapeutic communication strategies that improve patient outcomes This isn't soft skills—it's clinical intervention backed by 25 years in the field and peer-reviewed research. 🎧 Essential listening for: Paramedics, EMTs, ER nurses, critical care staff, and first responders CONNECT WITH BRAM: First Responder Behavioral Health Institute: frbhi.com Faculty page: facultyweb.kennesaw.edu/bduffee CONNECT WITH ROSA: NurseRosaSpeaks.com

Women are experiencing twice the side effects—and no one ever told them why. In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, I talk with Jessica Federer, one of the most important leaders in women’s health innovation and digital transformation. Jessica is the Managing Partner of The Women’s Health Fund, an investor, a board member for public and private companies around the world, and a globally recognized expert in health technologies. She previously served as the first woman Chief Digital Officer in global pharma at Bayer A.G., led digital health expansions during the pandemic, advised McKinsey, contributed to Fortune Global 100 strategy, and helped scale disruptive health startups. She has been named a Rock Health “Icon,” a Health Equity Champion, and one of the top 100 Chief Digital Officers. Together, we break down one of medicine’s biggest blind spots: the long-standing belief that treating men and women the same was “equal.” In reality, that approach left women overlooked, misdiagnosed, and disproportionately harmed. From medication side effects to disease presentation to the silent X chromosome that’s almost entirely ignored in medical training. Jessica reveals why sex-based differences are not a niche topic but a foundational requirement for understanding every health condition. This conversation calls for a new paradigm in research, clinical care, and medical education. Women’s health outcomes have been shaped by decades of male-default research. Changing that means embracing accurate, evidence-based, sex-informed medicine and finally giving women the healthcare they deserve. Find Jessica Federer on LinkedIN Connect with Nurse Rosa on social media @NurseRosaSpeaks Email: [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it. Know someone with a great answer to the Billion Dollar Question? Reach out and Rosa may feature them in a future episode!

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, Rosa sits down with high school innovator Maxwell Tran, who is transforming his personal experience with stuttering into meaningful healthcare technology. Maxwell shares how competitive public speaking helped him gain confidence and ultimately inspired his creation of AI-powered augmented-reality glasses designed to support people who stutter. He explains how the idea emerged during a medical innovation program, CHOC Mi4, at Childrens Hospital of Orange County (now Rady Children's). Max describes how the glasses work by predicting words and offering phonetic cues, and why he’s partnering with the National Stuttering Association to refine his design. Rosa and Maxwell also explore the broader applications of his technology for stroke survivors with aphasia and individuals living with neurodegenerative diseases, showcasing the impact of youth-led innovation on the future of patient care. Find Maxwell on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwell-tran-bls-cpr-and-emr-8793092b8/ Connect with Nurse Rosa on social media @NurseRosaSpeaks Email: [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it. Know someone with a great answer to the Billion Dollar Question? Reach out and Rosa may feature them in a future episode.

In this episode, I sit down with Irina Koyfman, DNP, NP-C, RN, CEO of Affinity Expert, clinician and author. She is a purpose-driven nurse leader, and joins us to talk about leading with integrity in a high-stress healthcare system. With more than 25 years of clinical and executive experience, Irina shares why her motto “Purpose before Profit” guides every chapter of her work. She also opens up about her upcoming book on the Sandwich Generation and the emotional, spiritual, and practical tools needed to care for others while caring for yourself. A conversation about resilience, prevention, and what it looks like to build a healthier future from the inside out. Find Dr. Irina Koyfman on LinkedIn and learn more about her work at: www.affinityexpert.com Connect with Nurse Rosa on social media @NurseRosaSpeaksEmail: [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it.Know someone with a great answer to the Billion Dollar Question? Reach out and Rosa may feature them in a future episode. Thank you for listening!