Med-Surg Moments - The AMSN Podcast

Med-Surg Moments is the official podcast of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN)*. Our podcast offers an engaging look at the lives of - and surrounding- medical-surgical nurses. We’ll have guests on from every corner of the industry, bringing you stories that are relatable and compelling on myriad topics.

Our goal is to bring you interesting perspectives and insights that will serve you at any step of your nursing career. We truly intend this podcast to be an exciting, interesting go-to source for our listeners, and Med-Surg Moments will creatively incorporate voices from all backgrounds, to help highlight the issues facing you in our medical-surgical nursing community.

You can be assured we’ll do our very best to bring this podcast, always, with personality and compassion, and accuracy in our coverage.

* The content within the Med-Surg Moments Podcast represents the views, thoughts, and opinions of the co-hosts and may not necessarily reflect the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.

Episode 101 - How to Stay Positive in a Toxic Work Environment

May 30, 2023

The demands of med-surg nursing can sometimes create a toxic atmosphere leading to burnout and a negative impact on patient care. Join Laura, Neil, Maritess and special guest co-host Sam as they share stories, strategies and practical tips to help you navigate and thrive in a toxic work environment.

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Ep. 100 - The 100th Episode of Med-Surg Moments

May 16, 2023

Ready to celebrate the 100th episode of Med-Surg Moments? Join Caroline, Neil, Laura and Maritess for a look back at the first 100 episodes and a touching conversation regarding the show's impact on their lives and the med-surg nursing specialty.

CO-HOSTS

Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in...

Ep. 99 - How to Deal with Nurse Bullying

May 2, 2023

As a nurse, have you been bullied or do you ever wonder if others might perceive you as a bully? Join Caroline, Laura, Neil and Maritess as they share their personal stories, perspectives and strategies for how to deal with nurse bullying. Also, find out which co-host admits to having once been a bully and hear about...

Ep. 98 - Stories of Hope for Med-Surg Nurses

Apr 18, 2023

Join the co-hosts as they share stories of hope about patients that touched their lives in meaningful ways and how these powerful experiences have shaped their approach to patient care.

CO-HOSTS

Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She had two dreams in life – to become a nurse and live in...

Ep. 97 - How to Navigate Collaboration with Non-Compliant Diabetes Patients and their Families

Apr 4, 2023

Ready to improve collaboration with non-compliant diabetes patients and their families? Join Caroline, Laura, Neil, and Maritess as they share their personal stories, perspectives, and approaches with diabetes patients and their families.

CO-HOSTS

Caroline Ashman, MSN, RN, CMSRN was born and raised in England. She...