Heart to Heart Nurses

This podcast episode explores transitions of care for patients with PSVT (paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia), featuring insights from Alison Stephens, PA-C and Todd Wagner, RN. They discuss diagnosis, treatment pathways and the importance of patient education, follow-up care, and addressing social determinants of health to prevent recurrence and improve outcomes. CE units are available for this episode only through June 15, 2027. To access CE, visit pcna.net/course/spotlight-on-psvt/.Related PCNA Resources​​- Patient Journey: PSVT Strikes Anytime, Anyplace - https://pcna.net/resource/patient-journey-psvt-strikes-anytime-anyplace-video/​- PSVT: Barriers and Solutions to the Disease Burden for Patients - https://pcna.net/resource/psvt-barriers-and-solutions-to-the-disease-burden-for-patients/​- Living with PSVT: A Patient-Centered Care Plan - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-a-patient-centered-care-plan/​- Living with PSVT: Episodic Rapid Heart Rates - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-episodic-rapid-heart-rates-psvt-afib-and-more/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Alison Stephens, PA-C, as she defines PSVT (paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia), explores its impact on patients' quality of life, and discusses various treatment options, including a new FDA-approved nasal spray.CE units are available for this episode only through June 15, 2027. To access CE, visit pcna.net/course/spotlight-on-psvt/.Related PCNA Resources:​​- Patient Journey: PSVT Strikes Anytime, Anyplace - https://pcna.net/resource/patient-journey-psvt-strikes-anytime-anyplace-video/​- PSVT: Barriers and Solutions to the Disease Burden for Patients - https://pcna.net/resource/psvt-barriers-and-solutions-to-the-disease-burden-for-patients/- Living with PSVT: A Patient-Centered Care Plan ​- Living with PSVT: Episodic Rapid Heart Rates - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-a-patient-centered-care-plan/Related Episode Resources:- Self-Administered Etripamil and Emergency Department Visits in Supraventricular Tachycardia - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamacardiology/fullarticle/2832045- Self-administered intranasal etripamil using a symptom-prompted, repeat-dose regimen for atrioventricular-nodal-dependent supraventricular tachycardia (RAPID): a multicentre, randomised trial - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(23)00776-6/fulltext- Catheter Ablation of Atypical Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27754882/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join guest Emily Brown, a Cardiovascular Genetic Counselor who has worked with ATTR-CM patients for over a decade. Emily dives into the role of genetic testing in diagnostics and personalized therapies. Emily shares practical strategies and examples of team based care with a multi-disciplinary care team to tackle turning the tide on ATTR-CM. Emily shares suggestions for resources and support for genetic testing for patients.Related PCNA Resources:The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course) Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care Professionals Hereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheet Related Episode Resources:ForgingBridges - Resources to help support you and your patients See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join guest Dana Miller, Advanced HF Nurse Practitioner, to discuss the science and evidence to turn the tide on ATTR. Dana provides an overview of recent clinical trials and how an ATTR-CM diagnosis impacts rate of hospitalization, mortality and quality of life. Dana shares resources and recommendations to continue to learn more about the ever-evolving ATTR-CM treatment and management strategies.Related PCNA Resources:The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course) Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care Professionals Hereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheet Related Episode Resources:CRISPR-Cas9 In Vivo Gene Editing for Transthyretin AmyloidosisTransthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis Evaluation and Management: 2025 ACC Concise Clinical GuidanceChanging Patterns of Diagnosis and Survival in Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: A Multicenter Cohort StudyOutcomes in patients with cardiac amyloidosis undergoing catheter ablation for atrial arrhythmiasAmyloidosis Research ConsortiumHeart Failure Society of America (HFSA)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join guest Morgan Lewis, an Amyloid Nurse Clinician, to learn about how ATTR-CM impacts patient's quality of lives. Morgan describes the variants of ATTR-CM as well ad dives into the ongoing unmet needs of patients iwth ATTR-CM. Morgan shares practical examples to overcome challenges to patient care and optimal health outcomes using team-based care strategies.Related PCNA Resources:The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course)Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care ProfessionalsHereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheetSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For new graduates of nurse practitioner programs, cardiovascular-focused knowledge and skills can be improved with additional professional development opportunities. Guest Michelle Alland, APRN, AGACNP-BC, MSN, FNP-C, AACC, describes postgraduate fellowships, local and national training options, onboarding, and the importance of mentorship from more tenured NPs.RELATED PCNA RESOURCES:Professional DevelopmentAwardsAbstractsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is a nurse scientist, and what is the difference between one that is PhD-prepared versus DNP-prepared? Guest Dawn Aycock, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, shares about the importance of nurse engagement in research, and how to get involved, no matter your role or location.Related PCNA Resources:Presenting Your Work: Call for Abstracts: https://pcna.net/events-news/cardiovascular-nursing-symposium/call-for-abstracts/Empowering CV Nurses to Engage in Clinical Research (article): https://pcna.net/news/empowering-cardiovascular-nurses-to-engage-in-clinical-research/Clinical Research: Engaging with the Community (podcast): https://pcna.net/podcast/clinical-research-engaging-with-the-community/About Research and Evidence-Based Practice (article): https://pcna.net/health-topics/research-and-evidence-based-practice/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Approximately 95% of SCAD cases (spontaneous coronary artery dissection) occur in women--even young women who do not have typical cardiovascular risk factors. Guests Eileen Handberg, PhD, ANP-BC, FAHA, FACC, FPCNA, and Maggie Teliska describe SCAD from both a clinical and patient standpoint: symptoms, diagnosis and misdiagnosis, treatments, advocating for yourself, and the importance of the SCAD registry in moving the science forward.Related resources:scadalliance.orgwomenheart.orgHeberden's symptom description from 1800s: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2989494/PCNA Article: Cardiovascular Health in Women: https://pcna.net/news/cardiovascular-health-in-women-beyond-the-basics/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professional development to improve nursing knowledge and skills occurs in a variety of forms. Learn from Sandra Klafter, BSN, RN, CV-BC, about her experience in preparing for the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) as well as her involvement in PCNA.CV-BC CredentialVolunteering with PCNASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Quality improvement projects can be done in just about any setting--but what does the process look like?Guest Kate Lew, MSN, RN, FNP-C, shares her experience in the creation and completion of a QI project in her workplace. Learn about the steps and strategies that were used to identify the problem, access related data, and make recommendations for improvement.Resources:PCNA Abstracts: https://pcna.net/events-news/cardiovascular-nursing-symposium/call-for-abstracts/abstract-guidelines/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Advanced practice providers (APP) provide both quality care and leadership in structural heart interventions. Guest Caitlin O’Callaghan Reen, CNP, FACC, describes how to effectively work with patients and their support communities in shared decision-making for long-term, lifetime planning, and leadership within the structural heart team.Related PCNA CE Course: Structural Heart Interventions: What’s New?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Around 4% of the global population has aortic stenosis, and early identification is key to reducing strain on the heart and reducing morbidity and mortality. Guest Alicia White, MSN, RN, describes signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care following procedures.Related PCNA CE course:Aortic Stenosis: An increasing risk for structural heart disease: https://pcna.net/course/aortic-stenosis-an-increasing-risk-for-structural-heart-disease/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The intersection of risk factors for diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, the liver, and the cardiovascular system is becoming increasingly evident, and so is the mult-system impacts of lifestyle and specific pharmacotherapies for prevention and treatment. Episode guests Joseph Saseen, PharmD, MNLA, FACC, CLS, and Emily Bankhead, MSN, FNP-BC, describe the positive impacts of healthcare professionals working collaboratively, and to the top of their scope of licensure, to effectively address multi-system disorders.Related Resources2026 Multi-Society CKM Guideline [released after this episode recording]PCNA CE Course: Cardiometabolic Treatments for ObesitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can nurses and other healthcare professionals help patients with diabetes and other cardiometabolic conditions reduce their risk of CVD? Join guests Joseph Saseen, PharmD, MNLA, FACC, CLS, and Emily Bankhead, MSN, FNP-BC, for a discussion about applying current guidelines for hypertension and glucose-lowering therapies and the importance of team-based care.Related Resources:2025 AHA/ACC High Pressure Guideline2026 Multi-Society CKM Guideline [released after this episode recording]PREVENT EquationsPCNA CE Course: Cardiometabolic Treatments for ObesitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode explores how translational research bridges the gap between scientific discovery and real-world patient care, and highlights the nurse’s pivotal role in clinical trials. Tune in to guests Brittany Butts, PhD, RN, and Erin Ferranti, PhD, MPH, RN, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, to learn how you can champion research, from participation to publication, and drive meaningful change in healthcare.Link to the Cardiovascular Nursing Certificate here: https://pcna.net/career-development/cardiovascular-nursing-certificate/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode equips nurses with practical tools to assess and manage patients with cardiometabolic risks like obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. Guests Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, PhD, MHS, RN, and Cindy Lamendola, MSN, NP, dive into the power of lifestyle changes to reduce these risks, while also breaking down the latest clinical guidelines and pharmacotherapies to keep your practice current and effective. Link to the Cardiovascular Nursing Certificate: https://pcna.net/career-development/cardiovascular-nursing-certificate/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest James Norton, BSN, RN, FPCNA, describes the use of AI in nursing practice, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs). James shares how to effectively craft a prompt to get the results you need whether you are looking for information on clinical references or guidelines, or drafting appeal letters for denied prior authorizations, and the importance of reviewing AI outputs with a critical eye. Related PCNA Resources: Article: Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity for Positive Transformations in Cardiovascular Disease ManagementCE Course: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case StudyCE Course: Artificial Intelligence: Leveraging AI for CVD ManagementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) affects 1 in 250 individuals, and genetic testing for patients and families is an important part of diagnosis and management. Guest Seth Martin, MD, reviews FH risk factors, at what ages and when genetic testing is recommended, and the roles of a genetic counselor and other team members.Related resources:NLA Statement on Genetic Testing: https://www.lipid.org/nla/genetic-testing-dyslipidemia FH Diagnosis: Dutch & Simon Broome criteria: https://familyheart.org/diagnostic-criteria-for-familia-hypercholesterolemia2 AHA criteria: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.119.013225Familial Hypercholesterolemia Resources from PCNA:* What is Familial Hypercholesterolemia patient fact sheet: https://pcna.net/resource/what-is-familial-hypercholesterolemia-fact-sheet/* What is Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (fact sheet for families): https://pcna.net/resource/what-is-homozygous-familial-hypercholesterolemia-fact-sheet/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The mortality rate of cardiogenic shock is around 50%, so prevention and rapid treatment are critical to ensure improved patient outcomes. Guest Amy Shepard, BSN, MS, describes the stages of shock, what leads to cardiogenic shock, treatments, and communication strategies for patients and families.References and Related ResourcesSCAI Shock PyramidPCNA Heart Failure Pocket GuideSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.