In part two of this episode series of Nursing Uncharted,, Ann interviews Sarah Michelle Boes, a nursepreneur, about her journey as a nurse and a mother to a child with congenital heart defects. Sarah discusses the challenges of navigating parenthood while managing OCD, the emotional toll of medical decisions for her daughter, Meadow, and the importance of knowledge in advocating for her child’s health. Sarah emphasizes the need for awareness and action in the fight against congenital heart disease, highlighter her mission to improve outcomes for affected children and families. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Sarah's Journey

02:45 Meadow's Heart Defects and Early Surgeries

05:59 Navigating Parenthood with OCD

08:53 The Role of Knowledge in Advocacy

12:07 The Emotional Toll of Medical Decisions

14:54 Lessons Learned from the Hospital Experience

17:46 The Importance of Support in Healthcare

21:01 Advocacy for Congenital Heart Disease

23:49 The Future of Congenital Heart Disease Treatment

26:46 Where to Follow Sarah and Her Journey

About Sarah
Sarah Michelle Boes, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is the Founder of Sarah Michelle NP Reviews and Chief Nursing Officer at Blueprint Test Prep. With a BSN from the University of Kentucky and an MSN in Nursing Education from Western Governors University, she has extensive experience in oncology, intensive care, and nursing education. In 2020, she launched SMNP Reviews, growing it to a seven-figure business in seven months before its 2022 acquisition by Blueprint.

Inspired by her daughter Meadow’s battle with severe heart defects, Sarah is a dedicated advocate for pediatric cardiac care, mental health, and female entrepreneurship. She and her husband are donating $15 million to Norton Children’s Hospital for a new Congenital Heart Center in Meadow’s honor.

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Ann King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13 years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 4.5 years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing.

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