Poetic Nursing: the Nurse's HEART

Healing Through the Musculoskeletal Lens

In this heartfelt episode of Poetic Nursing: The Nurse’s HEART, your host, Ashley Tyler, explores musculoskeletal disorders—arthritis, fractures, osteoporosis, and more—through storytelling, clinical insight, and holistic care. Learn how nursing blends science, compassion, and healing. Subscribe and share with a fellow nurse or student.

Under the Surface: Exploring Integumentary Disorders

This episode dives into the role of the integumentary system in wellness, the importance of empathy in addressing skin conditions, and practical strategies for nurses and students. With real-world examples, tips, and a focus on culturally sensitive care, it highlights how proficient skin assessments can reveal underlying health issues and improve patient outcomes.

Keys to Pediatric Growth and Development for Nurses

In this episode of Poetic Nursing: The Nurse’s HEART, we explore the essential foundations of pediatric growth and development. Join Professor Ashley Tyler, Holistic Nurse & Educator, as she highlights the distinct journeys of growth, development, and maturation, and how environment and nutrition shape a child’s future. Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, you’ll learn how to meet children and families exactly where they are—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Together, let’s deepen our understanding, foster compassionate care, and ignite hope in every young life we touch.

The Healing Power of Listening

Welcome to Poetic Nursing: The Nurse's HEART with Ashley Tyler. In this episode, we explore one of the most underrated tools of connection and care: truly listening. Whether you're comforting a friend, sitting beside a patient, or holding space for your own emotions, the way we listen has the power to heal, soothe, and transform. Through gentle reflection and relatable stories, we uncover: What it really means to listen with presence Why silence isn't empty—it's full of meaning. How empathetic listening builds trust and fosters emotional safety. Small shifts that make you a better listener in everyday life This episode invites you to slow down, tune in, and rediscover the sacred space that opens up when we feel heard. You’ll leave inspired to listen not just with your ears, but with your heart.

Building Bridges of Trust

In this episode, we explore the development of helping and trusting relationships in nursing practice. Drawing on Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and Caritas #4, we discuss how nurses can build "bridges of caring" that foster meaningful connections with patients, colleagues, and themselves. By embracing empathy, vulnerability, and authenticity, nurses foster environments that promote healing and growth. This episode highlights practical strategies for nurturing these connections and leading with kindness, reinforcing the profound impact that caring can have in both personal and professional settings.

Seeing with Compassion: Practicing Lovingkindness & Instilling Faith & Hope

In this powerful episode of Poetic Nursing: The Nurse’s HEART, we explore Jean Watson's Caritas: Practicing Lovingkindness & Instilling Faith & Hope—a profound journey of seeing beyond judgment, offering presence, and restoring the heart of nursing through clarity and compassion. 🌿 What You’ll Discover: ✔ The power of pausing—How mindfulness helps nurses see patients, colleagues, and themselves with fresh eyes. ✔ Practicing Lovingkindness—Simple yet profound ways to offer warmth, healing, and connection in patient care. ✔ Instilling Faith & Hope—How presence, gentle reassurance, and active listening can transform fear into strength. ✔ Reflection exercises—Guided moments to wipe the lens clean and see through a heart-centered perspective. 🩺 Whether you’re a nursing student, seasoned professional, or someone drawn to the healing power of presence, this episode will inspire you to bring deeper awareness, kindness, and faith into your practice. 💙 Breathe. Reflect. See Clearly. 🎧 Tune in now & reconnect with the heart of nursing.

Gut Feelings: Navigating Lower GI Disorders w/ Care & Compassion

🚨 Is our gut trying to tell us something? 🚨 From the silent struggles of IBS to the unexpected surprise of a hernia, this episode of Poetic Nursing: The Nurse’s HEART dives into the twists, turns, and traffic jams of the lower GI tract! 🚗💨 Join us as we explore: ✔ Why hemorrhoids aren’t just for grandma 🍑 ✔ How a simple screening can literally save a life 🎗️ ✔ The great fiber debate—friend or foe? 🥦 ✔ Bowel obstructions: When your gut hits a roadblock 🚧 Nurses, students, and healthcare heroes—this one’s for you! Learn life-changing interventions, laugh a little, and gain the confidence to educate and advocate for your patients like a pro. 🎧 Tune in now & keep your gut instincts sharp! 💙🎙️

Navigating Upper Digestive Tract Disorders with Compassion and Care

In this episode of Poetic Nursing: The Nurse’s HEART, we take a deep dive into upper digestive tract disorders, exploring their impact on patient well-being and the transformative role of nursing in treatment and advocacy. From oral health and esophageal conditions to gastritis, ulcers, and stomach cancer, we uncover the science, compassion, and resilience that shape digestive health care. You’ll learn about: ✔️ Common conditions like GERD, achalasia, peptic ulcers, and dumping syndrome. ✔️ Medication therapies such as pantoprazole (Protonix), omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), and ondansetron (Zofran)—how they work, when to take them, and their role in symptom relief. ✔️ Dietary interventions, including foods to avoid for GERD and achalasia, and meal strategies to manage symptoms. ✔️ Nursing interventions to reduce aspiration risk, such as thickened liquids, elevating the head of the bed, and meal portion control. ✔️ Real-life patient stories that highlight the power of compassionate, patient-centered care. Whether you’re a nursing student, a seasoned clinician, or someone passionate about holistic patient care, this episode will empower, educate, and inspire you to bring both clinical excellence and heart into every patient interaction. Tune in now and discover how nursing isn’t just about treating conditions—it’s about restoring dignity, hope, and healing. 🎧 Listen & Subscribe | Share with a fellow nurse or student!

Navigating Cancer Care: The Nurse’s Role in Healing and Hope

This episode examines cancer, from its complexities and common types to prevention and innovative treatments such as immunotherapy. We discuss how nurses play a critical role in patient education, early detection, and personalized care. Featuring real-life stories, this episode showcases the balance between medical advancements and compassionate care.

Early Detection and Advocacy in Cancer Care

This episode highlights the importance of early cancer detection with examples from breast, lung, and colorectal cancer screenings, personalized screening approaches, and informed decision-making. We explore diagnostic tools like mammograms, MRI, and biopsies, along with their crucial roles in detection and staging. Additionally, we address patient advocacy, recognizing warning signs, and ensuring equitable access to care through improved communication and support.

Comprehensive Pain Management in Cancer Care

This episode addresses the challenges and solutions in managing cancer-related pain. Topics include understanding pain causes, using pharmacological and invasive therapies like NSAIDs and nerve blocks, and integrating holistic methods such as TENS and acupuncture. Discover evidence-based approaches to improving the quality of life for individuals undergoing cancer treatment.

Navigating Surgery Basics

This episode takes you through the critical steps of perioperative care, from assessing patient histories and ensuring informed consent to using comprehensive surgical checklists. Learn how healthcare teams manage challenges during surgery with effective communication tools like SBAR, followed by empowering patient recoveries with education and mobility strategies. Tune in to understand how these practices lead to safer outcomes and optimized care.

Understanding Cancer and Prevention Strategies

This episode covers the essentials of cancer biology, risk factors like genetic mutations and lifestyle, and the disparities affecting underserved communities. Learn about prevention through healthy diets, vaccines, and early detection strategies, along with insights into managing crises like malnutrition and oncologic emergencies. Real-world examples, such as breast cancer risk and interventions, provide valuable context.