From Patient to Nurse Leader: How a Childhood Hospital Stay Shaped a Career

In this episode, Jason Wolf sits down with Jerry Mansfield, Vice President and System Chief Nursing Officer at University of Texas Medical, who reflects on how a recent bedside interaction brought him back to his childhood experiences as a patient. Through this powerful connection, he highlights how clear communication, reassurance, and presence can ease uncertainty and build trust. His story is a meaningful reminder that even the smallest moments in care can shape lifelong perceptions and lasting impact.