Medical Risk Consulting for Nurses: What It Really Looks Like

Chapters00:00 From Bedside to Consulting: A Nurse's Journey02:43 Understanding Medical Malpractice Consulting05:46 The Role of Risk Consultants in Healthcare08:24 Common Risks and Safety Issues in Healthcare10:52 Translating Nursing Skills to Risk Management13:40 Preparing for a Career in Medical Malpractice Consulting16:31 Advice for Nurses Transitioning to Non-Traditional Roles19:08 Opportunities for Nurses in Patient Safety21:38 Reflections on the Transition to ConsultingIn this episode of the Nontraditional Nurse Podcast, Ellie Kirkpatrick interviews Tracy, a medical risk consultant who transitioned from bedside nursing to a career in risk management. Tracy shares her journey, the role of nurses in risk consulting, and the skills that translate from nursing to risk management. The conversation explores common risk areas in healthcare, the day-to-day responsibilities of a consultant, and advice for nurses considering non-traditional career paths. Tracy emphasizes the importance of communication, continuous learning, and the need for nurses to have a voice in patient safety and system-level decision-making.