Rapid Response RN

By: Sarah Lorenzini
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  • Do you want to go from dreading emergencies to feeling confident and ready to jump into action to rescue your patient? Well, this show will let you see emergencies unfold through the eyes of a Rapid Response Nurse. With real life stories from the frontlines of nursing, host Sarah Lorenzini MSN, RN, CCRN, CEN, a Rapid Response Nurse and educator, shares her experiences at rapid response events and breaks down the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and the important role the nurse plays during emergencies. If you want to sharpen your assessment skills and learn how to think like a Rapid Response Nurse, then Sarah is here to share stories, tips, tricks, and mindsets that will prepare you to approach any emergency. Every episode is packed full of exactly what you need to know to handle whatever crisis that could arise on your shift. It’s one thing to get the right answer on the test, but knowing how to detect when YOUR patient is declining and what to do when YOUR patient is crashing is what will make or break your day… and might just save your patient’s life.
    Copyright 2025 Sarah Lorenzini
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  • 130:The Do's and Don'ts of Healthy Team Dynamics (Creating a Safe Culture With Your Team)

    130:The Do's and Don'ts of Healthy Team Dynamics (Creating a Safe Culture With Your Team)
    Jan 24 2025

    What makes some teams work in sync and others fall into chaos? During emergencies, team dynamics are just as important as clinical skills for saving lives. Let’s dive into what it takes to create a work culture that encourages collaboration, where mistakes are as learning opportunities, and kindness builds trust!

    This episode outlines the do’s and don’ts of leading a team during emergencies, covering everything from fostering a safe environment to breaking down barriers that keep people from speaking up. Tune in for insights that will help you provide the best patient care even in high-stress emergencies!


    Topics discussed in this episode:


    • Lessons from a chaotic CVICU emergency
    • The do’s and don’ts of team leadership
    • How to create a culture of safety
    • Why it’s important to be kind versus nice


    Listen to  episode 62, “Resuscitation Leadership: Beyond the ABCs of CODE BLUE:”

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/62-resuscitation-leadership-beyond-the-abcs-of-code-blue/id1535997752?i=1000621879820


    Listen to episode 123, “What Makes for a Great Resuscitationist?:”

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/123-what-makes-for-a-great-resuscitationist/id1535997752?i=1000670934458


    Mentioned in this episode:

    CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapidresponsern/ 🫶 Check out my membership: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community 📚 Check out my course: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/learnmore 🧑‍💻Check out my website: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/ 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/login 🎁 Affiliation and discounts: https://hoo.be/therapidresponsern ✅ Earn CE’s for listening to podcasts through RNegade: https://rnegade.thinkific.com/?ref=d9d541 SAY THANKS 💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/rapid-response-rn/id1535997752 💚Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55LQqeDg6XFeixvZLEp4xE ⏱️ To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST! This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!
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    27 mins
  • 129: Sickle Cell Crisis With Morgan RN

    129: Sickle Cell Crisis With Morgan RN
    Dec 31 2024

    What makes sickle cell disease so challenging to manage? It’s not just the pain — it’s the complications, stigma, and the need for fast, effective care. In this episode, Morgan Taylor, RN helps us unpack the science behind sickle cell crisis and how nurses can address both the medical and emotional needs of their patients.

    Learn how to recognize early warning signs of severe complications like acute chest syndrome, balance efficacy and safety in treatment, and help patients prevent a sickle cell crisis. Morgan also shares five key insights that will give you the tools and confidence to provide the best care to your next sickle cell patient. Tune in to this can’t-miss episode now!


    Topics discussed in this episode:


    • Patient presentation and initial symptoms
    • Pathophysiology of sickle cell anemia
    • Pain management
    • Role of fluids and oxygen therapy
    • Advanced treatments and managing severe complications
    • Signs and symptoms of worst case scenarios like Acute Chest Syndrome
    • Importance of advocacy and patient education
    • Psychosocial impacts of chronic illness


    You can learn more about Morgan here:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-clark-taylor/


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    Mentioned in this episode:

    Rapid Response Academy Link

    Wanna check out Rapid Response Academy: The Heart and Science of Caring for the Sick? click this link to learn more: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community

    CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapidresponsern/ 🫶 Check out my membership: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community 📚 Check out my course: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/learnmore 🧑‍💻Check out my website: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/ 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/login 🎁 Affiliation and discounts: https://hoo.be/therapidresponsern ✅ Earn CE’s for listening to podcasts through RNegade: https://rnegade.thinkific.com/?ref=d9d541 SAY THANKS 💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/rapid-response-rn/id1535997752 💚Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55LQqeDg6XFeixvZLEp4xE ⏱️ To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST! This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

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    38 mins
  • 128: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures

    128: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures
    Dec 13 2024

    Once called pseudoseizures, psychogenic non-epileptic seizures can confuse even seasoned clinicians — until you know the signs. These seizures mimic epilepsy but have entirely different causes, requiring a unique approach to care. In this episode, we explore how to distinguish PNES from epilepsy, the psychological factors that trigger attacks, and steps in the diagnostic process.

    Learn how you can identify these episodes, provide compassionate care, and educate patients and their families about this misunderstood condition!


    Topics discussed in this episode:


    • Three PNES patient stories
    • What are psychogenic non-epileptic seizures?
    • PNES versus epilepsy: key differences and signs
    • Diagnosing PNES
    • Treatment and the role of nurses


    Learn more about psychogenic non-epileptic seizures here:

    https://www.epilepsy.com/stories/truth-about-psychogenic-nonepileptic-seizures


    Mentioned in this episode:

    CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapidresponsern/ 🫶 Check out my membership: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community 📚 Check out my course: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/learnmore 🧑‍💻Check out my website: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/ 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/login 🎁 Affiliation and discounts: https://hoo.be/therapidresponsern ✅ Earn CE’s for listening to podcasts through RNegade: https://rnegade.thinkific.com/?ref=d9d541 SAY THANKS 💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/rapid-response-rn/id1535997752 💚Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55LQqeDg6XFeixvZLEp4xE ⏱️ To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST! This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!
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    25 mins

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Educate and advocate. Sarah will inspire you to be the best you can for your patients.

Sarah thank you for being such a wonderful advocate and educator. I'm an ICU nurse of a little less than 5 years and I love listening to your podcast. I'm inspired by your ability to advocate and communicate and I learn so much from your stories! Your podcast was recommended to me from a friend and I now share it with everyone I can. You make learning fun and palletable and offer a model of how to be persistent and clear without being abrasive or rude. I'm inspired by your communication skills and learn so much from this platform. Thank you again for putting it together :)

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Had similar experience post-op hysterectomy

“My gut feeling was the one that saved her. Charge nurse refused to call the hospitalist and when she finally did, the NP hospitalist placed orders without assessing the patient. The sitter did not see anyone come in the room except me every 15 min to check on the patient. At this point I was livid and finally got everyone at the bedside just in the nick of time before the patient coded. I wish I had listened to this podcast and I would have been on the phone with the night supervisor."

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