NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast

Keywordsmaternal care, neonatal care, trauma-informed care, informed consent, birth trauma, psychological safety, healthcare standards, patient-centered care, NICU, nursing educationSummaryIn this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin speaks with Mandy Irby, a leading authority in transforming birth care culture. They discuss the importance of creating safe healthcare environments for women and newborns, the impact of trauma-informed care, and the significance of informed consent in obstetrics. Mandy shares her personal journey of experiencing birth-related trauma and how it shaped her understanding of patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for psychological safety in healthcare settings, especially for obstetric and NICU parents, and the importance of standardizing trauma-informed practices across the healthcare system.TakeawaysCreating safe healthcare environments is essential for women and newborns.Birth-related trauma can affect both patients and healthcare providers.Trauma-informed care should be a universal standard in healthcare.Informed consent is a dynamic and ongoing conversation.Psychological safety is crucial for effective patient engagement.Nurses must navigate their own discomfort around trauma-informed practices.Engaging NICU parents in care decisions enhances their involvement.Healthcare professionals need to prioritize their own well-being.Understanding trauma can improve patient-provider relationships.Standardizing trauma-informed care requires a shift in mindset.Sound Bites"Informed consent is dynamic and ongoing.""Trauma is a universal experience.""We owe ourselves a lot of care as well."Chapters00:00 Welcome to Mandy Irby--Transforming Birth Care Culture04:45 Understanding Trauma-Informed Care09:04 The Importance of Informed Consent11:07 Navigating Cervical Exams with Care13:51 Expanding Informed Consent in Obstetrics16:15 Engaging NICU Parents in Care22:16 Making Trauma-Informed Care a Standard25:34 CloseWant to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at [email protected]: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.www.npic.org

KeywordsCarlie Austin, NICU, maternal health, neonatal care, health policy, racial disparities, community health, healthcare access, social drivers of health, actionable frameworksSummaryIn this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Carlie Austin, a NICU nurse and PhD student, shares her journey from being a NICU patient to a healthcare advocate. She discusses the profound impact of her personal experiences on her career, emphasizing the importance of community and addressing racial disparities in healthcare. Carlie highlights the need for actionable frameworks in health policy to improve healthcare access and quality and stresses the significance of building trust between healthcare providers and patients.TakeawaysCarlie's personal experiences as a NICU patient shaped her career path.Community engagement is essential in healthcare delivery.Healthcare access and quality are critical social drivers of health.Actionable frameworks in health policy can drive meaningful change.Building trust between clinicians and patients is vital for effective care.Racial disparities in healthcare must be addressed at the systemic level.Carlie advocates for a holistic approach to healthcare that includes community needs.The structure of healthcare systems influences patient outcomes significantly.Healthcare professionals must engage with their communities to understand their needs.Carlie believes that healing healthcare teams is as important as healing patients.Chapters00:00Introduction to Carlie Austin's Journey08:35Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Identity11:43Exploring Social Drivers of Health16:25Actionable Frameworks in Health Policy21:49Building Trust in Healthcare RelationshipsWant to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at [email protected]: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.www.npic.org

keywordsnursing, quality improvement, patient safety, newborn falls, near-miss events, healthcare advocacy, multidisciplinary teams, patient engagement, nursing media representationSummaryIn this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Heather DiCioccio shares her journey in nursing, emphasizing the importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal care. She discusses her advocacy for patient safety, particularly in reducing newborn falls, and highlights the significance of recognizing near-miss events in healthcare. Dr. DiCioccio also explores innovative approaches to patient safety education, the role of multidisciplinary teams, and the need for patient engagement in quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, she addresses the perception of nursing in media and society, advocating for a more accurate representation of nurses' roles. Finally, she offers valuable advice for future generations of nurses.TakeawaysDr. DiCioccio credits her former mother-in-law for her nursing career.The stigma surrounding newborn falls affects both parents and nurses.Reshaping the narrative around newborn falls is crucial for safety.Celebrating near-miss events can enhance patient safety awareness.Patient safety education should be visible to families.Multidisciplinary teams are essential for effective quality improvement.Engaging patients in quality improvement can lead to better outcomes.Nursing roles are often misrepresented in media.Nurses need to be involved in creating accurate portrayals of their profession.Practicing patience and openness to change is vital for career growth.TitlesNursing and Quality Improvement: A JourneyAdvocating for Patient Safety in Maternal CareSound Bites"What does it take to create the safest care?""The fear and stigma of a baby drop is real.""We openly celebrate those near misses."Chapters00:00Introduction to Dr. Heather Condo DiCioccio02:11Heather's Nursing Journey and Advocacy03:39The Importance of Patient Safety and Newborn Falls05:07Understanding Near-Miss Events in Healthcare07:35Innovative Approaches to Patient Safety08:58Engaging Patients in Quality Improvement10:35The Future of Nursing Leadership13:33Nursing Representation in Media16:12Advice for Future Nurses18:05New ChapterWant to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at [email protected]: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.www.npic.org

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin and Dr. Pattie Bondurant discuss the critical importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal healthcare. They explore Dr. Bondurant's journey in healthcare leadership, the challenges faced in implementing quality improvement, and the significance of the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals, the role of data in improving patient outcomes, and the importance of empowering future nursing leaders to advocate for quality care.TakeawaysCreating safe healthcare environments requires collective effort.Quality improvement is essential for impactful patient care.Understanding systemic failures is crucial for healthcare leaders.Collaboration among healthcare professionals enhances patient safety.Standardizing care leads to better health outcomes.Data utilization is key to improving patient care.Empowering nursing leaders is vital for healthcare transformation.Quality improvement should be a continuous journey.Mentorship in nursing leadership fosters growth and development.Finding one's true north is essential for effective leadership.Chapters00:00 Creating Safe Healthcare Environments for Women and Newborns00:25 Advancing High-Quality Care Across the U.S.00:48 Introduction to Dr. Patricia G. Bondurant02:50 The Journey into Quality Improvement06:47 Creating the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program10:46 The Importance of Standardized Care in NICUs16:12 Future Directions in Quality Improvement17:32 Advice for Future Nurses and Leaders20:17 New ChapterWant to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at [email protected]: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.www.npic.org