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The NP Advocate
by Laura Starrh
The NP Advocate podcast dives deep into the personal experiences of Nurse Practitioners, highlighting the realities of their current practice and the often-significant institutional, state, or federal barriers they face. Each episode centers on compelling individual stories, revealing how NPs are actively advocating for themselves to dismantle these obstacles. By sharing these journeys, we illustrate not only the profound importance of professional self-advocacy but also the direct positive impact it has on patient care and the future of advanced practice nursing.
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Robyn Lao, we are going to be brave
Robyn Lao, a pediatric acute care NP, walks us through her legislative journey, working with the Asthma and Food Allergy Foundation of America and her own daughter, Addie, to get SB 68 passed in California in 2025. Her bravery and perseverance were a critical part of getting critical protections in place for people with food allergies. She describes how her work with the National Association and Pediatric Nurse Practitioners helped prepare and support her for this endeavor.
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Kelly Straight, Hidden Barriers to Care in Residential Care Facilities
Kelly opens up about the hidden world of geriatric care in Residential Care Facilities for Elders (RCFEs), where she provides critical medical attention to patients who would otherwise fall through the cracks. From navigating the daily challenges of "hospital avoidance" to wrestling with the bureaucratic maze of death certificates, soon to be partially addressed by AB 583. Kelly reveals the real-world struggles of keeping vulnerable seniors safe and cared for. This conversation pulls back the curtain on geriatric care, healthcare access barriers, and what it truly takes to serve those who need it the most.
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Rubi Alva de Hickson, Enfermera Practicante Avanzada
Rubi talks about her advocacy journey and her work establishing the Spanish language translation of Nurse Practitioner
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The NP Advocate podcast dives deep into the personal experiences of Nurse Practitioners, highlighting the realities of their current practice and the often-significant institutional, state, or federal barriers they face. Each episode centers on compelling individual stories, revealing how NPs are actively advocating for themselves to dismantle these obstacles. By sharing these journeys, we illustrate not only the profound importance of professional self-advocacy but also the direct positive impact it has on patient care and the future of advanced practice nursing.
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Laura Starrh
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The NP Advocate podcast dives deep into the personal experiences of Nurse Practitioners, highlighting the realities of their current practice and the often-significant institutional, state, or federal barriers they face. Each episode centers on compelling individual stories, revealing how NPs are...
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The NP Advocate is created and hosted by Laura Starrh.
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