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Send us a textMindy and Mandy are back on the pod!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too

Send us a textShow notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too

Send us a textJoin Mike Hess, Sr. Director of Advocacy at the COPD Foundation, on RT Sidebar to discuss how we are running out of gas i.e., the sorry state of oxygen therapy in the US. Learn how RTs can fix it and help others SOAR! World Oxygen Day Advocacy Action Center for SOAR Act.World Oxygen Day Facebook event: https://copdf.co/O2Day24-FBWorld Oxygen Day merch!World Oxygen Day email list!COPDF oxygen projects!Join the AARC Ambulatory and Post-Acute Care specialty section!!Show notes...

Send us a textSnacks are shorter, digestible episodes!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too

Send us a textHear from THE Mindy Conklin and THE team at THE Ohio State at the Ohio State Respiratory Conference.Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too

Send us a textThe team discusses the art and science behind storytelling with real-life introvert and RT, Jessica Overgoner!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for...

Send us a textWe are talking to guest and ethics instructor Michael Sheahan Ed.D., RRT-NPS about the legal, ethical, and moral side of respiratory therapy as he shares his experience as an expert witness. Michael's Book here! Ten Feet From A Killer: A True Account: State of Missouri vs. Charles L. Locke Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggesti...

Send us a textThank you, Ron Pasewald, for joining the Barflies today!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too

Send us a textHear Mindy's journey to becoming the first APRT! Join our upcoming webinar on Tuesday, June 11th HYPERACT Part II: Why Cannula Design Matters. Register Here for 12pm EST: https://vtherm.com/061101Register Here for 3pm EST: https://vtherm.com/061102Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, com...

Send us a textIn this heavy episode, the squad delves into the profound topic of death and dying, as requested by students at the Texas Society for Respiratory Care (TSRC). With a heartfelt warning, we advise against playing this episode in the car with children and encourage you to consider if you're ready to engage with this emotional content. Listen as student, Riley, shares her first experience of losing a patient, followed by the team's reflections and Riley's moment of catharsis.&n...

Send us a textHear from Maureen, Lisa, and Joe from George Washington on their leadership philosophy and the dream team! Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form f...

Send us a textHear Dana Stauffer's story and how he reflects on self-care and boundaries! Ego is the enemy and we all need some PM! Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We ...

Send us a textToday’s show is a live discussion with Edi Mesa. Edi details her life story about how she became diagnosed with lung cancer and COPD. Edi describes her life and growing up in hospitals, especially around RTs. RTs have saved her life on many occasions by being an advocate for her during hospital admissions. Edi finishes up by describing what makes a great RT, and what we can do as a profession to make our patient’s hospital stays better.Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - ...

Send us a textAnna , JB, and Matty P. coming at you LIVE from AARC; Matt Monroe from THE Ohio State discusses his voyage from Marine, to RT, to Administrator. RTs can and should become hospital leaders and administrators. This is how you do it...Stay Tuned!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete thi...

Send us a textThe squad is coming at you LIVE from AARC; Caleb discusses two different interviews, how he prepped, the questions asked, and Anna breaks down the STAR format for interviewing. Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a...

Send us a textOn today's show, we close out COPD Awareness Month with the OG COPD Care Coordinator herself, Krystal Craddock!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form fo...

Send us a textRT Snacks are short, bite-sized, digestible stories for RTs! This week's snack is live from AARC (sorry for the audio), featuring Sharman Lamka! Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniver...

Send us a textThe squad is coming at you LIVE from AARC; the squad brings you Matthew Dartt from the West Coast! Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that...

Send us a textAn airman, a marine, and a sailor come on a podcast...This episode highlights Veterans who also happen to be RTs.Listen to Eddie, Matt, and Jamie's story!Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anni...

Send us a textThe squad is coming at you LIVE from AARC! Quick snack (digestible, bite-size) from the AARC booth in Nashville. Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We g...

Send us a textExecutive functioning skills and learning from failure with the CEO of NBRC, Lori Tinkler! Show notes:Join our Linkedin Group - www.vtherm.com/rtsidebar-linkedin and be a part of the community! Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.And we a...

Send us a textHear from Teri Miller on how she has lead efforts to recover the RT workforce! Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.And we are so happy to announce that we are one ...

Send us a textHear from Carl Hinkson, President of the American Association for Respiratory Care, on initiatives and strategies for recruiting and promoting the RT Profession! Speaking of AARC, the Sidebar crew will be on-site recording! Come meet JB, Matt, and Anna in person and jump on the pod!Happy Respiratory Care Month to all the Barflies - we are so happy to highlight you every podcast. Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversar...

Send us a textFinancial tips and tricks from the savvy Kathy Fedor!Show notes:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.And we are so happy to announce that we are one of the top 10 p...

Send us a textThis episode was recorded at TSRC in Waco, TX.Follow JJ on Instagram! Join the August 3rd Webinar here!1 CEU/Nurse Contact Hour for this live webinar with Kali Dayton (RN), our host Matt Pavlichko, Dr. Wes Ely (Episode 8), Mario Sosaya (RT), and Heidi Engel (PT). Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you...

Send us a textBURNOUT. Why it happens, how to climb out of that hole, and what to think about as a manager - spoiler, unite your team on "the why" and keep trying to turn that ship around! Connect with Melissa Russiano here. She's back from our last episode! Here's the proof info sheet referred to the podcast.SHOW NOTES:Register for FREE CEUS here.Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do y...

Send us a textA Barfly requested this episode with this link (you can also request shows!)We only touch the surface of this topic - why is it important for health care professionals to seek help? Melissa Russiano joins the team with one of her clients, Dr. Jessica Whittle, to discuss identity, shame, and moral injury. SHOW NOTES:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves...

Send us a textChrista Sala dropped some knowledge bombs with the Barflies on 24 August: how to assume leadership as a new(ish) RT Director and the importance of consistency and transparency in communication. Christa is humble, kind, and wow - she is a great storyteller - stay tuned! SHOW NOTES:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps...

Send us a textThis episode is a recording from May 25 where the RT Sidebar squad discussed resilience, THAT email you shouldn't have sent, and how you deserve the benefit of the doubt. There are swears in this episode if you are listening with children in the car. SHOW NOTES:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birt...

Send us a textAngela Saunders and Justin Meyer join the RT Sidebar team to discuss their retention efforts, stay interviews, the culture of being #1, and how to prepare for the upcoming RSV season. SHOW NOTES:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion...

Send us a textWhat do you think of RT Snacks? (Shorter, bite size, convos). Email Anna feedback at ahayes@vtherm.comJoin the August 3rd Webinar here!!1 CEU/Nurse Contact Hour for this live webinar with Kali Dayton (RN), our host Matt Pavlichko, Dr. Wes Ely (Episode 8), Mario Sosaya (RT), and Heidi Engel (PT). SHOW NOTES:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest...

Send us a textWe have Kali Dayton (Episode 12 - Awake and Walking ICU) back on the show with the Ambulation Champion, Emily Johnson (RT), to discuss what it was like implementing an Awake and Walking ICU at her hospital.Join the August 3rd Webinar here!! 1 CEU/Nurse Contact Hour for this live webinar with Kali Dayton (RN), our host Matt Pavlichko, Dr. Wes Ely (Episode 8), Mario Sosaya (RT), and Heidi Engel (PT). Photo referenced during the pod. SHOW NOTES:Connect with Anna, ...

Send us a textDo you prioritize a culture that supports workplace friendships? Should you be friends with your employees on social media? What do you do when you think workplace friends will impact other teammates? All that and more. Also, I hope you enjoy this quote: “Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.” -Anais NinSHOW NOTES:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we woul...

Send us a textPeggy and Brad are back to discuss the state of education and the difference between being a teacher vs. a coach. This recording is from June 2023.SHOW NOTES:Learn more about Fresh Air Camp here.Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. This is how we got in contact with Peggy!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves...

Send us a textWe have Diane from Gallup to discuss Clifton Strengths and how to use your strengths to maximize team performance! This episode does have some visuals - you can watch the episode here and you can see the graph the team is referring to here (I'd click this!) Show notes:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. The next episode is on eliminating non-value-added work on 15 June!If you have...

Send us a textThe Barflies talk about that rock in your shoe; being short-staffed with too much to do. Kellianne has a solution with this QIP, and she has the courage to implement change. This is an episode you won't want to miss!Show notes:Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. The next episode is on Clifton Strengths on 29 June!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this f...

Send us a textWhy is negotiating challenging? Should you make the first offer? What are your alternatives? All that and more with THE Moshe Cohen!Show notes:Connect with Moshe on Linkedin! Get Moshe's book here.Connect with Anna, Matt, and/or JB too - we would LOVE to connect with you!Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. The next episode is on eliminating non-value-added work on 15 June! If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you kno...

Send us a textWelcome to the graduation episode of RT Sidebar, where we got to hear stories from 2 recent grads! This is a live recording from 19 May. SHOW NOTES:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.#Respiratory #RespiratoryTherapy #Nursing #CriticalCare

Send us a textPART II on employee engagement and satisfaction! This is what happens when we record episodes after hours...we get multiple episodes after a drink or two...This episode is a live recording from May Fourth - hence the Star Wars references. Show notes:Need more Tara in your life? We get it - us too.Listen to Tara's own show, She Nerds OutJoin RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. We have NEW RT grads coming on the show 19 May - you don't want to miss it!!If you hav...

Send us a textThe Barflies are BACK with Tara Chadwick from Episode 9 on Patient Satisfaction, this time to talk about employee engagement and satisfaction (there's a difference)!This episode is a live recording from May Fourth - hence the Star Wars references. Show notes:Need more Tara in your life? We get it - us too. Listen to Tara's own show, She Nerds Out Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording by registering here. We have recent RT grads coming on the show 19 May - you don't want to miss ...

Send us a textStephanie Johnson on code-switching, racist patients, and mentorship. You don't want to miss it! This is a live recording from 20 April.Show notes:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording with TARA CHADWICK from Episode 9 by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.

Send us a textIf not me, who else? Joi Alexander on stepping up for the good of the team and her patients. It's so important to nurture and encourage leadership - here's why! This is a live recording from 6 April.Watch the live recording here.Show notes:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording with Stephanie "The Fixer" Johnson by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion...

Send us a textThe RT/RN relationship is not always a match made in heaven. Why is that, and what can we do about it? Thank you to Susan McDonald and Cathy Brenner for coming on the show! This is a live recording from 23 March. Watch the live recording here.Show notes:Join RT Sidebar's next LIVE recording with Joi Alexander on Reluctant Leadership by registering here. Did you like the Awake and Walking Episode with Kali Dayton? Join the LIVE webinar on 28 March from 1-2 pm for 1 AARC CRCE and ...

Send us a text Today’s episode is a live recording from March 9 with respiratory leader Libby Perkins to discuss critical access hospitals and problem-solving. What do you do when you know you’ll never have enough resources? SHOW NOTES:Do you want more Kali Dayton? Join the LIVE webinar on 28 March from 1-2 pm for 1 AARC CRCE and 1 Nurse Contact Hour by registering here. Watch it with your entire department!Join RT Sidebar's next live recording on RT and RN relationships by registering h...

Send us a textToday’s show is a live recording from the 23rd of February with THE Kali Dayton. The team discussed the culture of sedation and immobility, and how you can implement change to get your patients awake and walking. SHOW NOTES:Join the LIVE webinar on 28 Feb from 1-2 pm for 1 AARC CRCE and 1 Nurse Contact Hour by registering here. Watch it with your entire department! Join RT Sidebar's next live recording with Libby Perkins on Resource Management in a Critical Access Hospital...

Send us a textHappy Valentine's Day! In this bonus episode, we hear two stories: a new employee coming out to his team and an HR partner who found the ultimate partnership at work. -------Join our next live recording by registering here.Our next recording is Kali Dayton on an Awake and Walking ICU (from Episode 8)! You don't want to miss it!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promoti...

Send us a textHappy Valentine's Day from RT Sidebar! Workplace romances: accept that it’s bound to happen. How do you navigate workplace romances as a leader? When do you set expectations, how to squash the gossip, navigate breakups, and so much more. -------Join our next live recording by registering here. Our next recording is Kali Dayton from Episode 8! You don't want to miss it!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves...

Send us a textThe team discusses HCAHPS surveys, providers who are "too busy saving lives to be nice," and how to deal with toxic coworkers. Tara Chadwick dives into the power of saying, "I'm sorry" and the correlation between patient outcomes and patient experience. Watch the live recording here.------------------------Join our next live recording by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shou...

Send us a textDr. Wes Ely, the author of Every Deep Drawn Breath, describes his mission to prevent ICU patients from being harmed by the technology that keeps them alive. This is a powerful episode on how RTs, RNs, and MDs can do better by "aiming for the human heart...as we rebuild humanism in the ICU" and the A2F bundle as a toolbox to do just that. Helpful links: Kali Dayton, https://daytonicuconsulting.com/about/, and her podcast: Walking Home from the ICU The book Dr. Ely ref...

Send us a textHappy New Year! The RT Sidebar hosts decided we want to go into 2023 refreshed and inspired. This week's episode is different than our normal show - we bring you stories of inspiration. What, or who, has motivated and inspired you this past year? Thank you to Rodney and Safeena for telling their stories. We hope you find them as inspiring as we do. Join our next live recording, 12 January, by registering here.If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete ...

Send us a textHolidays can be stressful, especially when it comes to staffing. This episode will initially cover staffing considerations over the holidays. The second half will be regarding fun – why is it important to have fun at work and what can you do before New Years to add more fun to your respiratory department. You might think, “having fun” is frivolous or optional – it’s crucial for your department. Join our next live recording by registering here!If you have a suggestion for a guest...

Send us a textThe RT shortage continues, and more hands are needed. Can we change our ideas of licensure to help alleviate the shortage while creating a path to the future? Hear from Kim Bennion and how she did it in Utah.Join our next live recording by registering here!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for t...

Send us a textBetween 2019 and 2020, nursing vacancies were up 30%, and respiratory care vacancies were up 31%. The current projection is that the staffing shortage will continue into 2026, when EMSI expects us to be short 3.2 million health care workers. (Source).What are we going to do about this? Healthcare leaders need creative solutions for this complex problem. Join our next live recording by registering here!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complet...

Send us a textThis episode is a little different than our normal show. You’ll hear from different Respiratory Leaders who stopped by our booth to chat at the American American Association for Respiratory Care Congress. From New Orleans, Louisiana, this is RT Sidebar.Join our next live recording by registering here!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary...

Send us a textSidebar host, Matt Pavlichko, was joined by RT Manager, Josh Good, to discuss staffing shortages and how to implement a quality improvement project to eliminate non-value-added work.Watch the live recording on youtube. Better yet, join the live recording by registering here!If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form.Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a for...

Send us a textWelcome to a podcast by respiratory leaders, for respiratory leaders! This podcast is a live recording from October 13th, 2022 where our hosts discuss staffing challenges in respiratory departments. And watch us on youtube. If you have a suggestion for a guest speaker or topic, complete this form!Do you know of an RT who deserves a shoutout on the pod? Perhaps a promotion, birthday, or anniversary worth celebrating? We got a form for that too.