Episode 7: Leading the Floor: Inside Dialysis Nursing with Charge Nurse Christina

In Episode 7 of Behind The Mask, we explore the world of dialysis nursing with Charge Nurse Christina to better understand the care and dedication required to support patients with kidney disease. Dialysis nurses play a vital role in monitoring treatments, educating patients, and helping individuals manage complex health conditions while improving their quality of life.In this episode, Christina shares her journey into nursing and discusses what a typical day on the dialysis floor looks like. We talk about her responsibilities as a charge nurse, how she balances patient care with leadership, and the unique challenges and rewards that come with working in a specialized area of healthcare. Christina also provides insight into the importance of education in delivering safe, effective care.You may hear a few quiet background sounds during this episode—Christina recently became a new mom, and her newborn joined us for the recording. We are incredibly grateful to Christina for taking the time to share her experiences while balancing both motherhood and her nursing career.Whether you're interested in nursing, nephrology, healthcare leadership, or learning more about the professionals who care for patients with chronic kidney disease, this episode offers an inside look at the compassion, expertise, and commitment involved in dialysis nursing.We'd love your feedback on this episode and the podcast overall! Fill out the Behind The Mask feedback form here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbA5fSnmzzYShv55TyjsSIbUxSx-3B7c-XkDAJLRsGcyO99A/viewform?usp=header