Garrett Chan – President & CEO, HealthImpact

In this episode of Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long, Dr. Kimberly Long sits down with Garrett Chan to explore the future of nursing leadership, education, and workforce development. Garrett shares the defining moments that shaped his journey from bedside nurse to executive leader, including the lessons he learned about leading through influence, emotional intelligence, and consensus building. He also discusses the growing need for stronger alignment between healthcare organizations, academia, and regulatory bodies to better prepare nurses for the realities of today’s healthcare system. The conversation dives into the concept of creating a shared “North Star” for nursing education, the importance of real-world clinical preparation, and how nurse leaders can help shape legislation and policy that improve patient care and access across healthcare systems. This episode is packed with insight for nurse leaders, educators, healthcare executives, and anyone passionate about advancing the future of nursing.