Med-Surg Moments - The AMSN Podcast

Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN)*. Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We’ll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics.

Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you at any step of your nursing career. We truly intend this podcast to be an exciting, interesting go-to source for our listeners, and Med-Surg Moments will creatively incorporate voices from all backgrounds, to help highlight the issues facing you in our medical-surgical nursing community.

You can be assured we’ll do our very best to bring this podcast, always, with personality and compassion, and accuracy in our coverage.

* The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.

Ep. 88 - How to Make My Voice Heard by Management

Nov 22, 2022

Ever been uncertain about how to best approach difficult issues or share new ideas in the unit? Join Laura and Neil as they offer advice and proven approaches to help you speak up, make your voice heard, and achieve positive results within your unit.

GUEST CO-HOST

Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since...

Ep. 87 - (Part 3) The AMSN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Initiative

Nov 8, 2022

Hear the story behind AMSN's DEI Initiative and learn about the valuable resources available to you as Parker and Laura welcome AMSN and MSNCB CEO Terri Hinkley for the conclusion of our three-part series about AMSN's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness (DEI) Initiative.

SPECIAL GUEST

Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA,...

Ep. 86 - Are You Unknowingly Offending Others?

Oct 25, 2022

Some forms of discrimination are indirect, subtle, and often unintentional, but what do you do when you find yourself on the giving or receiving end of these microagressions? Alissa, Caroline, Laura, and Maritess candidly share their own stories, experiences, and approaches to dealing with these situations in the...

Ep. 85 How to Care for a Dying Patient

Oct 7, 2022

Do you ever struggle with caring for a dying patient? Alissa, Caroline, Laura, and Maritess offer their personal stories and insights on how to care for a dying patient and their families.

GUEST CO-HOSTS

Laura Johnson, MSN, RN, CMSRN has been a nurse since 2008 with a background in Med/Surg and Oncology. She has...

Ep. 84 - (Part 2) The AMSN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Initiative

Sep 20, 2022

Ever wonder what it was like to grow up in the South as a gay man? Caroline welcomes Dr. Justin Fontenot and Dr. Susan Swayze for part two of a three-part series about AMSN's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness (DEI) Initiative and the valuable resources available to you.

SPECIAL GUESTS

Dr. Justin Fontenot,...