What it's like to be a nurse in theranostics and clinical trials

In this special National Nurses Month episode, we are joined by two BAMF Health nursing leaders: Christina DeVries, BSN, RN and Clay McNamara, BSN, RN.Together, they share what it’s like to help build one of the nation’s first comprehensive theranostics centers from the ground up, how nursing at BAMF differs from traditional healthcare environments, and why patient advocacy remains at the center of everything they do.You’ll also hear incredible patient stories—involving hallway concerts and potatoes—and learn how BAMF nurses are helping shape the future of personalized medicine.Whether you’re a nurse, healthcare professional, student, or patient, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people helping drive innovation in cancer care and beyond.00:40 Meet Christina DeVries & Clay McNamara01:03 What Inspired Christina to Become a Nurse02:20 Clay’s Path Into Nursing & Travel Nursing Experience04:18 What They Love Most About Nursing05:46 Building BAMF Health From the Beginning09:22 Patient Advocacy & Nurse Navigation at BAMF10:56 Opening BAMF’s Doors for the First Time12:36 Theranostics Nursing vs Traditional Oncology Nursing14:57 Radiation Safety & Working Around Radiopharmaceuticals17:51 The Most Rewarding & Challenging Parts of Nursing20:09 What People Don’t Understand About Nursing23:13 Favorite Patient Stories at BAMF26:48 What BAMF Looks for in Nurses30:43 Final Thoughts & Celebrating Nurses MonthConnect with the hosts on LinkedInDr. Brandon ManciniChristine VanTimmerenConnect with BAMF HealthOur WebsiteOur Podcast