Ep. 006: Turning Pain Into Improved Patient Safety

Update: 2025-02-19

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Yolanda G. Smith, a former critical care nurse and CNO, transformed personal tragedy into a powerful catalyst for change. In this inspiring episode, she shares her journey of resilience and how the loss of a beloved friend due to preventable errors motivated her to develop innovative programs that enhance nurse well-being and improve patient safety.

This episode is sponsored by AACN’s award-winning, online leadership course, Fundamental Skills for Nurse Managers, with information available at www.aacn.org/managerskills

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Ep. 006: Turning Pain Into Improved Patient Safety

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)

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Ep. 006: Turning Pain Into Improved Patient Safety

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)

Ep. 006: Turning Pain Into Improved Patient Safety