Episode 5 - I Quit, the Dream is Over and the Nightmare Gets Worse with Trish Gallagher
In this episode, Mike Mosquito and Maureen Nylin engage with Trish Gallagher, a former chief nursing and informatics officer, discussing her extensive experience in healthcare, the challenges faced in nursing informatics, and the impact of technology on nursing. Trish shares her insights on coping with burnout, the differences between US and Canadian healthcare systems, and the potential of virtual nursing to address workforce shortages. She emphasizes the importance of understanding problems before rushing to solutions and offers valuable advice for aspiring nurses and CNIOs.
Takeaways
Trish Gallagher has 30 years of experience in health IT.
The CNIO role focuses on nursing strategy and technology implementation.
Burnout in nursing is often due to excessive demands and insufficient resources.
Virtual nursing can help retain experienced nurses and support new graduates.
The Canadian healthcare system prioritizes service over profit.
Understanding the problem is crucial before implementing solutions.
Rapid technology changes contribute to nurse burnout.
Nurses need flexible scheduling to balance work and family life.
Advocacy for patient care is essential in nursing leadership.
Nursing offers diverse career paths beyond bedside care.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:47 Transitioning from Nursing to Informatics
08:06 The Pitfalls of Solutionizing in Healthcare Technology
13:56 Comparing the Canadian and US Healthcare Systems
19:38 The Potential of Virtual Nursing to Address Workforce Shortages
24:08 Creating a Supportive Working Environment for Nurses
27:50 Wrap Up and Conclusion
28:24 BUZZ OUTRO (2).mp4
