The Art and Science of Caring

What does it mean to lead with both clinical expertise and deep compassion, especially when you’ve experienced the waiting room not only as a nurse, but as a family member?What does it mean to lead with both knowledge and compassion when you’ve not only worn the badge of a nurse, but also experienced the waiting room as a loved one?Jacqueline Brock, Chief Nursing Executive at Harris Health, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and CanCare board member, opens up about how caregiving for her loved ones through cancer shaped her calling.Today, she leads a large-scale health system with a clear vision: care must go beyond the physical. It must reach the heart.Jackie shares how her personal and professional journeys intertwine, why emotional care matter more than ever, and gives a sneak peek of what Harris Heath and CanCare are working on together.Her message is clear: Healing happens in community and is made up of both the Science and Art of care.Mentioned Resources:CanCare- www.cancare.orgAbout the Guests:Jacqueline Brock: Healthcare executive, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and devoted caregiver to loved ones facing cancer. As Chief Nursing Executive at Harris Health and a CanCare board member, she champions compassionate, whole person care and brings both clinical insight and deep empathy to everything she leads.Love the podcast? You’ll be moved by the book. The Hope in the Face of Cancer book shares inspiring, real stories from survivors, caregivers, and healthcare heroes. Raw, uplifting, and full of heart—for anyone seeking hope and connection. Get your copy: cancare.org/hopebook.About Our Host:Darcie Champagne Wells is the President and CEO of CanCare, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing support to the cancer community by pairing cancer patients with survivors. Since joining in November 2020 as the third President & CEO, Darcie has driven significant growth, increasing one-to-one support matches by 45% and healthcare referrals by 66%. In 2022, she initiated the Impact Acceleration Initiative to further expand support for cancer patients and caregivers. Her leadership has earned her recognition as a “Most Admired CEO” and “Woman Who Means Business” by the Houston Business Journal, and national “Fundraiser of the Year” by RAISE. Darcie holds a BS in Business Administration from Louisiana State University and an MBA from the University of Houston.https://www.cancare.org/https://www.facebook.com/CanCareInchttps://www.instagram.com/cancare_incThanks for tuning in to Hope in the Face of Cancer! We’re so glad you’re here. If this episode moved you, inspired you, or brought you a little bit of light, please share it with someone who might need it. Just hit the share button on this page or spread the word on social—your voice helps us reach more hearts. 🎧 Never miss an episode! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts to get updates as soon as new episodes drop. ⭐ Help us grow with a quick review If you’re enjoying the podcast, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way. It helps others discover the show and reminds us that these stories matter. Take a moment to leave a review—we read every one! 📖 Enjoy the podcast? You’ll love the book. Check out our book, Hope in the Face of Cancer—a powerful collection of real stories from survivors, caregivers, and healthcare heroes. It’s uplifting, raw, and full of heart. Get your copy at cancare.org/hopebook.