Heart to Heart Nurses

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Jun 2026

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Heart to Heart Nurses is brought to you by the Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association . Each episode will provide you with knowledge and tools you can apply to the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease across the lifespan. ]]>

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June 15, 202620 min

Putting Research and Evidence into Practice

This episode explores how translational research bridges the gap between scientific discovery and real-world patient care, and highlights the nurse’s pivotal role in clinical trials. Tune in to guests Brittany Butts, PhD, RN, and Erin Ferranti, PhD, MPH, RN, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, to learn how you can champion research, from participation to publication, and drive meaningful change in healthcare.Link to the Cardiovascular Nursing Certificate here: https://pcna.net/career-development/cardiovascular-nursing-certificate/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

June 15, 202643 min

Cardiometabolic Risk Management

This episode equips nurses with practical tools to assess and manage patients with cardiometabolic risks like obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. Guests Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, PhD, MHS, RN, and Cindy Lamendola, MSN, NP, dive into the power of lifestyle changes to reduce these risks, while also breaking down the latest clinical guidelines and pharmacotherapies to keep your practice current and effective. Link to the Cardiovascular Nursing Certificate: https://pcna.net/career-development/cardiovascular-nursing-certificate/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

June 2, 202614 min

AI in Clinical Practice: Effectively Using Large Language Models

Guest James Norton, BSN, RN, FPCNA, describes the use of AI in nursing practice, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs). James shares how to effectively craft a prompt to get the results you need whether you are looking for information on clinical references or guidelines, or drafting appeal letters for denied prior authorizations, and the importance of reviewing AI outputs with a critical eye. Related PCNA Resources: Article: Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity for Positive Transformations in Cardiovascular Disease ManagementCE Course: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case StudyCE Course: Artificial Intelligence: Leveraging AI for CVD ManagementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 19, 202620 min

The Role of Genetic Testing in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) affects 1 in 250 individuals, and genetic testing for patients and families is an important part of diagnosis and management. Guest Seth Martin, MD, reviews FH risk factors, at what ages and when genetic testing is recommended, and the roles of a genetic counselor and other team members.Related resources:NLA Statement on Genetic Testing: https://www.lipid.org/nla/genetic-testing-dyslipidemia FH Diagnosis: Dutch & Simon Broome criteria: https://familyheart.org/diagnostic-criteria-for-familia-hypercholesterolemia2 AHA criteria: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.119.013225Familial Hypercholesterolemia Resources from PCNA:* What is Familial Hypercholesterolemia patient fact sheet: https://pcna.net/resource/what-is-familial-hypercholesterolemia-fact-sheet/* What is Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (fact sheet for families): https://pcna.net/resource/what-is-homozygous-familial-hypercholesterolemia-fact-sheet/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 5, 202617 min

Cardiogenic Shock: Reducing Mortality Through Prevention and Rapid Treatment

The mortality rate of cardiogenic shock is around 50%, so prevention and rapid treatment are critical to ensure improved patient outcomes. Guest Amy Shepard, BSN, MS, describes the stages of shock, what leads to cardiogenic shock, treatments, and communication strategies for patients and families.References and Related ResourcesSCAI Shock PyramidPCNA Heart Failure Pocket GuideSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 21, 202612 min

The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk

With lifestyle identified as the first intervention in guideline-directed therapy, applying the pillars of lifestyle medicine into practice can help prevent cardiovascular disease from happening in the first place. Guest Ali Craig Rodriguez, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, DipACLM, describes the importance of partnering with patients to incorporate healthy behaviors to stave off or slow disease progression.PCNA Heart Healthy Toolbox: https://pcna.net/resource/reducing-cv-risk-heart-healthy-toolbox/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 7, 202617 min

Food as Medicine

Learn how providing nutrition-based interventions can complement other treatments, address food insecurity, and help reduce patient risks for cardiovascular disease. Guest Bunmi Ogungbe, PhD, MPH, FN, FAHA, FPCNA. describes produce prescriptions, cultural tailoring, cooking skills, and the importance of policies that support access to healthy foods.Related resources: 1115 Demonstration Waiver (CMS): https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/section-1115-demonstrationsCE Course: Food is Medicine: https://pcna.net/course/food-is-medicine/PCNA Heart Healthy Toolbox-Healthy Eating: https://pcna.net/resource/healthy-eating-heart-healthy-toolbox/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

March 31, 202616 min

Improving Retention Through Engaging Education for Nurses

Engaging education helps to improve knowledge and skills retention by nurses at every stage of their career. Learn how to gamify information in clinical settings as well as classrooms--and how the same techniques can also assist patient learning.Guest: Megan Webber, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN PCNA Patient Education Resources: https://pcna.net/resources/patient-education/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

March 17, 20267 min

The Strength of Stories: Advocating with a Nurse's Voice

Sharing stories about the work nurses do carries weight with decision-makers. Guest Kristan Langdon, DNP, APRN, ANP-C, CPHQ, emphasizes the importance of communicating your first-hand experiences in compelling conversations at the local, regional, state, and national level.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

March 3, 202643 min

HCM: Beyond the Diagnosis

A diagnosis of HCM impacts mental as well as physical health. Hear from Lora Peppard, PhD, DNP, PMHNP-BC on interventions that nurses can use to support patients with HCM and lead to improved quality of life, adherence, and long-term health outcomes.Related resources:HCM & Mental Health: https://www.4hcm.org/hcm-and-mental-health American Psychiatric Nurses Association connection paradigmSpirituality wellness assessmentsMattering Science: Zach MercurioFlourishing Science: Christie BethelPCNA resources on HCM for providers and patientsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.