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NANNcast
by National Association of Neonatal Nurses
Brought to you by the National Association of Neonatal Nurses, NANNcast will provide listeners with advice, tips, and expertise to better inform neonatal nurses, industry partners, and families of NICU patients.
Episodes
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Elevating Education with March of Dimes
In this episode, Jennifer Sedlmeyer, March of Dimes Senior Director of Professional Education, and Juviza Rodriguez, March of Dimes Senior Director of Consumer Health, explore how March of Dimes helps strengthen neonatal nursing practice through professional education, staff training, and...
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ANC Special Series Feature - AI in Neonatal Care: Preparing Nurses for the Future of the NICU
Part of the Advances in Neonatal Care (ANC) special series on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the NICU, this episode explores how AI is emerging across neonatal care through EHR summaries, clinical decision support, and monitor outputs. Join Dr. Sheila Gephart, Dr. Sunny Hallowell, and Dr.…
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Your 42nd NANN Annual Conference Guide
Thinking about attending the NANN Annual Conference, or are you already registered? Join the Annual Conference Committee (ACC) and Advanced Practice (AP) Summit Committee Chairs as they answer frequently asked questions and share what attendees can expect this year. Learn how to maximize your CE...
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Transforming NICU Discharge: From Education to Empowerment
What if one nurse's observation could transform the way families experience healthcare? In this episode, Dr. Samantha Sobie, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Specialist at AngelEye Health, shares how a simple concern about NICU discharge education evolved into a doctoral project focused…
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Voices for Change: Advocating for the Neonatal APRN Role
Neonatal advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) play a critical role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to vulnerable newborns and their families. In this episode, Jill is joined by APRNs Gail Bagwell, Scott Duncan, and Meredith Farmer to explore the unique contributions of...
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Prematurity Lasts a Lifetime: The Journey Starts in the NICU
In this episode of NANNcast, Jill is joined by Michelle M. Kelly, PhD, CRNP, FAANP to explore the lifelong health implications of prematurity. The conversation emphasizes the important role that NICU nurses and APRNs play, not only in providing exceptional care in the NICU but also in preparing...
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Rapid Genome Sequencing: Enabling Earlier Answers and Faster Decision-Making in the NICU
When neonates present with unexplained or persistent symptoms, time is critical. In this episode, Jill is joined by Dr. Linda Genen, MD, MPH, neonatologist, and Chief Medical Officer at GeneDx as she explains how rapid genome sequencing can support earlier genetic diagnosis, reduce diagnostic...
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Building Psychological Safety in the NICU: Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Daigle explores why psychological safety is essential in the NICU - for both healthcare professionals and families. She discusses how trust, communication, and emotional support shape team dynamics, family experiences, and patient care, while also highlighting early...
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No Matter How Small: Transforming Developmental Care Culture in the NICU
Join Dr. William L. Hull, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, as we explore how neonatal developmental care shapes outcomes for infants and families. From individualized, cue-based care and family-centered practices to teaching strategies, measurable outcomes, and essential resources, this episode highlights how...
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ANC Special Series Feature - Climate Change, Environmental Hazards, and Infant Health: What Neonatal Nurses Need to Know
Infants today are being born into a polycrisis of climate change, environmental exposures, and widening health inequities. In this special NANNcast episode, we dive into the Advances in Neonatal Care (ANC) environmental health special series with Section Editor Desi Newberry and nurse scientists...
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Today is a Good Day: Harnessing Superpowers to Support Families
Join Martha and Paul Sharkey, Founders of Today is a Good Day, as they share the five key takeaways that every nurse and nurse practitioner can use to harness their unique superpowers when caring for families. Drawing from their deeply personal journey—including the premature births of their...
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Should We Cool Preterm Infants with HIE at 33 to 35 Weeks? A NANNcast + The Incubator Collaboration.
The Incubator Team is excited to bring Journal Club to NANNcast! For our first installment in this series, we are dividing into a landmark study on therapeutic hypothermia, a topic that is incredibly relevant to neonatal nurses who are at the heart of implementing and monitoring this intervention...
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Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: What We Know, How We Currently Manage, and Thoughts for the Future
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is one of the most challenging diagnoses in the NICU, demanding rapid decision-making, coordinated teamwork, and a deep understanding of physiology. In this episode of NANNcast, Jill is joined by Dr. Jamie Gilley to unpack the full clinical journey of CDH -...
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Leading the Change: Neonatal Nurses and the Infant-Driven Feeding® Program
In this episode, neonatal nurses take center stage as leaders of practice change in the NICU. This podcast explores the Infant-Driven Feeding® (IDF™) Program and its impact on bedside care and unit culture. Lisa Kleinz, MA SLP/L CNT, Director of Education from Dr. Brown’s Medical, discusses the...
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Vaccines, Trust, and Tiny Immune Systems
In this episode of NANNcast, 'Vaccines, Trust, and Tiny Immune Systems,' Dr. Aimee Bernard and Dr. David Higgins dive into practical strategies for discussing vaccines with families in the NICU, clinic and community, building trust with hesitant parents, and addressing common concerns about...
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The New Frontiers of NRP: Cardiac, NICU, and Prehospital Care
Neonatal resuscitation is evolving beyond the delivery room. In this episode, Dr. Beth Ann Johnson, Dr. Taylor Sawyer, and Dr. Chris Cooper discuss how the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is expanding its scope through innovative new courses. Learn about updates for caring for newborns with...
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From Evidence to Action: How NRP 9th Edition Reflects the Latest Science
Join Dr. Chris Cooper and Dr. Henry Lee as they discuss the science behind the NRP 9th Edition - what changed, why it changed, and how these updates influence neonatal resuscitation practice. Hear how new evidence informed guideline revisions, what teams can expect in training and implementation,...
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Stories from Sweden: The Delegation Experience That Inspires Change
Sweden leads the world in reducing neonatal mortality, at 1.8/1000 live births in 2021, and a 20% reduction in infant mortality over the last ten years. Listen in to hear Taryn Edwards, Dr. Media Esser, and Ashley Richardson talk about participating in a NANN delegation and lessons learned from...
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Mind the Gap: The Fight for Neonatal Drug Development
Today’s episode confronts a sobering reality: neonates are often an afterthought in drug development. Join leading experts Mary Short, Dr. Wakako Eklund, and Dr. Kanwaljit Singh as they shine a light on the critical gaps in neonatal drug research and what it means for nurses and APRNs at the...
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NRP Uncovered: Science, Collaboration, and the Nurse's Voice
Have you ever wondered how the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) guidelines are created—and more importantly, who decides what changes and why? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of the science and collaboration that shape NRP. From the rigorous evidence review conducted by the...
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Desert Vibes and NICU Insights: Your Guide to NANN in Palm Springs
What happens when you blend cutting-edge neonatal education, unforgettable experiences, and a little desert sunshine? You get NANN's 41st Annual Conference! Join Annual Conference Committee (ACC) Chair Adrienne Isaacs and ACC Chair-Elect Jenna Staggs for an insider’s look at what makes this…
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Advocacy in Action: Empowering NICU Nurses to Influence Change
In this episode, NANN's Health Policy and Advocacy Committee (HPAC) Chair, Susie Taylor, and Immediate Past Chair, Michele Sweet, explore the vital yet often overlooked role of advocacy in neonatal nursing. Together, they demystify what advocacy means, why it matters, and how NICU nurses and…
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From Idea to Impact: Leading Research, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), and Quality Improvement (QI) Projects in the NICU
Sarah Yingling, a nurse who led a quality improvement (QI) project in her unit, and Dr. Elizabeth Schierholz, a neonatal nurse practitioner, nurse scientist, and Sarah’s mentor, share how bedside nurses and APRNs can overcome the intimidation often associated with research, evidence-based…
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Gut Instincts: Breaking Down Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) in the Modern NICU
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) remains one of the most challenging and poorly defined conditions in neonatal care. Internationally recognized neonatal researcher Dr. Josef Neu joins us to unpack the evolving science behind NEC—challenging traditional definitions and shedding light on the complex...
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Navigating the Challenges in Maternal and Neonatal Health with March of Dimes
In this episode, we explore the vital work of March of Dimes in supporting maternal and neonatal health, especially in the NICU. Guests Ashley Stoneburner and Dr. Amanda Williams discuss key clinical challenges, including rising preterm birth rates, disparities in maternity care access, and the...
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Q-rounds: Revolutionizing NICU Care with Real-Time Communication
In this episode, we explore the transformative impact of Q-rounds, a virtual rounding software designed to improve communication and transparency during NICU rounds. Dr. Michael Pitt, a pediatric hospitalist and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota, and Ryan McQuillan, a NICU…
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ANC Special Series Feature - Navigating Pain and Stress: Insights from Nurse Scientists
Dr. Katherine Dudding and Dr. Marliese Nist, both nurse scientists, explore the profound impact of pain and stress on neonates, particularly in the NICU, and the critical role of healthcare providers in mitigating these effects. The discussion highlights the challenges of understanding…
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Mandatory Reporting in the NICU: Supporting Families with Substance Abuse
In this episode, we explore the intersection of neonatal care, substance use disorders, and mandatory child protective services (CPS) reporting, particularly in the NICU setting. NICU nurses and advanced practice professionals often focus on managing neonatal withdrawal and supporting the baby’s...
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Voices from the NICU: Celebrating Neonatal Nurses Week
In today’s special episode, we celebrate Neonatal Nurses Week and honor the extraordinary nurses who are the backbone of the NICU, providing life-saving care to the tiniest and most fragile patients. These nurses are the unsung heroes, offering unwavering support to families at the most critical...
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Tiny Patients, Big Ideas: Nursing Innovation in the NICU
Neonatology is constantly evolving, and NICU nurses are more than just caregivers – they're innovators, leaders, creative problem-solvers, and change-makers. In the NICU, every moment counts, and innovation can make a world of difference for our tiniest patients. Many nurses have ideas for better...
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From Position Statement to Practice: The New APRN Scope of Practice
Welcome to this essential episode for neonatal APRNs! As the professional voice for neonatal advanced practice nurses, NANN-AP has developed comprehensive policy statements covering crucial areas like workforce, education, competency, fatigue, quality and safety, and scope of practice. In this...
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Your Guide to Conference: NANN in Orlando
In this special episode, we're gearing up to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the National Association of Neonatal Nurses in sunny Orlando! Join us as we explore what promises to be an empowering and enriching experience at NANN's celebratory conference. From September 18-20, NANN invites you to...
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Transformative Perspectives: NICU Parent Stories
In an upcoming special series, NANN’s journal, Advances in Neonatal Care, shines a spotlight on parenting in the NICU. Under the guidance of editor-in-chief Jackie McGrath and special guest editor Ashley Vance, the inaugural series explores parental perspectives with NICU parents Jessica Barnes…
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Exploring the Power of Point of Care Ultrasound in the NICU
Point of Care Ultrasound, or POCUS, is an emerging clinical tool being utilized in the NICU. Recent literature describing the use of POCUS for various clinical applications in the NICU has gained increased interest among neonatal clinicians as focus continues to evolve to meet the needs of the...
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Fostering Family-Centered Care: Insights from NICU Innovators
On this week’s episode, NANNcast explores the field of family-centered care in NICUs. While NICU nurses understand the importance of involving families in the care process, achieving standardization remains a challenge. Join Jill as she sits down with Dr. Malathi Balasundaram, Clinical Associate...
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Bridging Borders: Insights from the NANN Delegation to the UAE
In this week’s episode, NANNCast dives into the global landscape of NICU nursing with a focus on the recent NANN delegation trip to the United Arab Emirates. Join as we explore the intricacies of NICU nursing in the UAE, emphasizing both the similarities and differences in practices. Joining Jill...
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APRN Shift Length: Balancing Patient and Provider Safety
Explore the updated perspective on APRN shift lengths and fatigue as host Jill Beck discusses the recently revised position statement from the National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NANNP). Joined by former NANNP Council members and co-authors Taryn Edwards and Roxanne Stahl, this...
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Innovation in Neonatal Nursing
Neonatal nurses and APRNs have all thought of how to design or develop products or technologies better than what is currently being utilized. How can we as NICU nurses and APRNs enter the world of product and technology development and engage stakeholders to innovate change? On this episode of...
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Your Guide to Conference: NANN in Anaheim
This year NANN returns to Anaheim, CA for its 39th Annual Conference. Join us on today’s episode with conference co-chairs Kristin Howard and Adrienne Isaacs for a peek into NANN’s reimagined format that will leave you with maximized learning and networking time. Get excited for this year’s...
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Cultivating a Culture of Nurse Wellness
Working in the NICU is stressful. Then add on trying to balance work and life. In this episode, host Jill Beck connects with Eileen O’Grady, the keynote speaker from NANN’s 2022 Annual Conference and author of Choosing Wellness: Unconventional Wisdom for the Overwhelmed, the Discouraged, the...
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Cultivating a Culture of Nurse Wellness
Working in the NICU is stressful. Then add on trying to balance work and life. In this episode, host Jill Beck connects with Eileen O’Grady, the keynote speaker from NANN’s 2022 Annual Conference and author of Choosing Wellness: Unconventional Wisdom for the Overwhelmed, the Discouraged, the...
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The Urgent Need of Mental Health Care for Healthcare Workers
In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, host Jill Beck and Elizabeth McCutchon, EdD, MS, APRN, NNP-BC discuss the state of mental health, how the health care system has failed to support healthcare workers’ mental health, and what we can do about it.
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APRN Series: Respiratory Modalities and Mechanics
Nearly all newborns run the risk of respiratory difficulties at birth. In this episode, NANNcast host Jill Beck is joined by Katherine Newnam, PhD, RN, CPNP, NNP-BC, to discuss best practices for ventilator management, the best modes of ventilation for the infant, how to minimize damage and...
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Advantages of Transcutaneous CO2 Monitoring
Carbon dioxide measurement is a fundamental measurement in the NICU. It is essential to maintain CO2 levels within target levels to ensure positive outcomes. Guest Chelsea Lee, International Clinical Education Manager at Sentec, shares the benefits of transcutaneous CO2 monitoring technology not...
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The Neonatal Nursing Event of the Year
Learn, lead, and level up with NANN in Las Vegas! NANN's 38th Annual Conference Committee Chair, Kristin Howard, DNP APRN NNP-BC, joins Jill Beck to discuss all the exciting educational and networking offerings at NANN in Vegas. Register at nann.org/conference
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Medication Safety in the NICU
NANNcast host Jill Beck is joined by the authors of NANN's medication safety position statement to discuss safe medication practices in the NICU and how nurses can advocate for safer standards and conditions. NANN recommends a comprehensive approach to medication safety in the NICU that…
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International Neonatal Consortium
The International Neonatal Consortium (INC) is a global collaboration formed to forge a predictable regulatory path for evaluating the safety and effectiveness of therapies for neonates. Wakako Eklund, NNP, NANN member, and INC liaison, joins Jill Beck to discuss how nurses can promote safe NICU...
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Empowering NICU Parents
Research shows that parents whose babies are hospitalized in the NICU experience trauma, stress, and the loss of their role as primary caregiver due to their time in the NICU. NICU nurses play a crucial role in providing family-centered care to support and empower NICU parents. Nicole Nyberg is a...
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Safe Staffing in the NICU
Understaffing puts patients at increased risk of missed or rationed care, medical incidents, disparities of care, and morbidity and mortality. In September 2021, NANN released the RN Staffing in the NICU position statement with staffing recommendations based on the acuity of the population…
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Understanding the Data Behind Perinatal and Neonatal Health Disparities
NANNcast host Jill Beck and neonatal nurse and health equity leader Shelly Frisco discuss the detail behind the health disparity data, the impact of these inequities on mother and baby outcomes, and steps all neonatal nurses can take to advocate for and create change. Access the literature cited…
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Brought to you by the National Association of Neonatal Nurses, NANNcast will provide listeners with advice, tips, and expertise to better inform neonatal nurses, industry partners, and families of NICU patients.
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