The Nurse Shark Academy show highlights nurse business owners and others in the healthcare field who promote entrepreneurship. We interview nurse leaders and encourage them to tell their story. Join us and support these wonderful nurse entrepreneurs and leaders.
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August 31, 2026Episode 891 hr 3 min
S4E89 How 3 powerful women came together to found Nurse Connect Now
Welcome our guests today, Kat Brennan, Jackie Passante, and Amanda Ciardiello founders of Nurse Connect in New York, New York. Today’s episode, “How 3 powerful women came together to found Nurse Connect Now”. I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About The Nurse Connect Now Founders Kat Brennan, Jackie Passante, and Amanda Ciardiello are the co-founders of Nurse Connect, a nurse-founded platform transforming how patients access private-pay, in-home nursing care. Built by nurses who experienced firsthand the gaps in traditional healthcare, Nurse Connect allows patients to connect with trusted independent nurses for any home healthcare need. Kat and Jackie are both registered nurses with backgrounds in women’s health, surgery, and fertility care, while Amanda brings experience in healthcare operations and scaling startups. Together, they’re building a more flexible, modern approach to healthcare that gives both nurses and patients more control, transparency, and support. To get in touch with the Nurse Connect Now team, head the website and social media pages: www.nurseconnectnow.com https://www.facebook.com/nurseconnectnow/ https://www.instagram.com/nurseconnect_/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nurseconnect2 Listeners get 10% off when they sign up for Nurse Connect using the promo code: "nurseshark". About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
August 10, 2026Episode 8856 min
S4 E88 Creative thinking as a nurse entrepreneur w/Andre Walton
Welcome our guest today, Andre Walton, PhD, founder of Plan4Change, LLC in Sparks, Nevada. Today’s episode, “Creative Thinking as a Nurse Entrepreneur”. This is an episode of our Leadership Conversations where I talk to experts in business to help you grow as entrepreneur. I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Andre Walton Dr. André resolves burnout, anxiety and exhaustion. He is an international best-selling author, TEDx and keynote speaker, and social psychologist known for his groundbreaking work on creative thinking, and innovation. Creator of the Banish Burnout™ framework and Spherical Thinking™, Dr. André helps individuals and organizations rewire stress into resilience and creative flow. He is the Visiting Professor at Newport Business School, and created executive development programs for The Smithsonian, Virgin Group, NASA, Lloyds Bank and the Welsh Government. With two decades of research and entrepreneurial experience, he inspires audiences to embrace creative thinking, strengthen emotional intelligence, and unlock human potential. To get in touch with Dr. Andre visit his website or social media handles, links are provided below. www.plan4change.org X: @DRplan4change LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drandrewalton-creativityandinnovationexpert/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drandrewalton YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PLAN4CHANGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandrewalton/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/drandrewalton.bsky.social About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
July 27, 2026Episode 8745 min
S4E87 How one nurse never gave up on her dreams with Dr. LaToya Lockett
Welcome our guests today, Dr. LaToya Lockett, founder of Best Learning Solution in Houston, Texas. Today’s episode, “How one nurse never gave up on her dreams”. I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About LaToya Lockett Dr. LaToya Lockett, DNP, MBA/MHA, RN, NEA‑BC, TCRN, CEN, is an accomplished emergency nurse, educator, and healthcare leader with more than 25 years of experience. Originally from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, she brings the resilience, community‑centered values, and global perspective of her island upbringing to every facet of her work. She currently serves as the 2026 President of the Houston Emergency Nurses Association, where she contributes her leadership skills to advancing the profession and supporting emergency nurses across the region. Dr. Lockett is the Co‑Owner and Founder of Best Learning Solution (BLS), an education‑focused company dedicated to saving lives through high‑quality, practical training. Through BLS, she provides a wide range of healthcare certification courses, including TNCC, ENPC, AHA certifications, Stop the Bleed, Babysitter Safety, and Wilderness Training. As a certified instructor in ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC, she brings deep clinical expertise and a passion for empowering learners at every level. In addition to her entrepreneurial work, Dr. Lockett remains actively engaged in clinical practice, working the night shift in an emergency department where she continues to deliver high‑quality patient care. She also serves in academia as a professor in the Northern Kentucky University Doctor of Nursing Practice program, mentoring and shaping the next generation of nurse leaders. Outside of her professional roles, Dr. Lockett is an avid traveler who explores the world both for leisure and through medical mission work. Her journeys have taken her to destinations such as Bali, Greece, and islands across the Caribbean, as well as mission trips to India and Jamaica. She also prioritizes wellness and staying active, participating in bootcamp workouts several times a week and embracing her love of running. She has completed two full marathons and numerous half marathons, reflecting the same discipline and determination she brings to her career. Dr. Lockett holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Northern Kentucky University, a dual MBA/MHA from Pfeiffer University, and a BSN from the University of the Virgin Islands. Her career reflects a commitment to excellence, lifelong learning, and strengthening communities through education, leadership, and compassionate care. To get in touch with Dr. Lockett or learn more about Best Learning Solution , you may reach out to her at her social media pages and website. For the next 30 days, enjoy 20% off any course when you mention this podcast. You’ll also receive a free CPR mask or face shield while supplies last. It’s our way of making lifesaving education more accessible and supporting our community. Website: https://www.bestlearningsolution.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550599554258&mibextid=ZbWKwL https://instagram.com/BestLearningSolution https://www.instagram.com/queentoyarl?igsh=c3lmZnU0Zm03ZWtu https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoya-lockett-dnp-mha-mba-rn-nea-bc-tcrn-cen-72225b11a https://www.tiktok.com/@queenlatoyalockett About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
July 6, 2026Episode 8643 min
S4E86 How one nurse healed herself while helping others to heal guest Amy Tostenson
Welcome our guests today, Amy Tostenson, founder of Rise of the Phoenix Coach, LLC in Omaha, Nebraska. Today’s episode, “How one nurse healed herself while helping others to heal”. I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Amy Tostenson I've been in healthcare since 1999 and a nurse for the past 20 years. Seeing our healthcare system as broken and a business makes it difficult to advocate for patients. I take a holistic approach. I care for the whole person: mind, body, and spirit/soul. The rising of the phoenix represents rising from the ashes, rebirth and full transformation. The name has personal meaning to me. I came from a childhood full of adversities that led to many destructive behaviors. I have myself risen from the ashes into a fulfilling life with peace and true happiness. I specialize in trauma healing and maintaining recovery from addictions. I want to work with anyone who is feeling stuck and simply wanting more out of life. It is my passion and purpose to help clients REBUILD Confidence, REIGNITE Inner Strength, and RISE into a life of clarity, purpose, and true happiness. I also write and do speaking engagements. I will be publishing my autobiography within the next year. I am on the platform Sub Stack where I publish a weekly newsletter and have a podcast that also airs on YouTube and Spotify. I will also soon be creating content for a new channel coming soon to Roku, MTE tv. To get in touch with Amy or learn more about Rise of the Phoenix Coach, LLC, you may reach out to her at her social media pages and book a complimentary first session. First Session is always free to make sure we are aligned to work together; I currently have discounted packages; AND 50% off my Sub Stack subscription = 4.00/month or 40.00/year. facebook.com/people/Rise-of-the-Phoenix-Coach riseofthephoenixcoach.substack.com alignable.com/omaha-ne/rise-of-the-phoenix-coach-llc www.linkedin.com/in/riseofthephoenixcoach http://www.youtube.com/@RiseOfThePhoenixCoach My business phone number is 402-616-2258 You can also reach me on the WhatsApp at the same phone number 402-616-2258 About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
June 22, 2026Episode 8541 min
S4E85 How one nurse turned burnout into power as a modern nurse w/Emily Knife
Welcome our guest today, Emily Knife, founder of the School of Modern Nursing and Modern Nurse Fest in Atlanta, Georgia. Today’s episode, “How one nurse turned burnout into power as a modern nurse”. I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Emily Knife Emily Knife is a trailblazer in modern nursing, transforming her journey from a burned-out nurse educator into the visionary founder of the School of Modern Nursing and Modern Nurse Fest. Refusing to accept the limitations of traditional healthcare, she pioneered Somatic Nursing — a revolutionary approach that blends neuroscience, movement, and holistic healing to support nurses in mind, body, and spirit. A published author of five books and a fearless healthcare innovator, Emily has redefined what it means to be a nurse in today’s world. She is the creator and producer of a multi-state Modern Nurse Fest experience, bringing together nurses, leaders, and healthcare visionaries across five states to reimagine the future of nursing through education, entrepreneurship, wellness, and community. Beyond education and events, Emily is the founder and manager of the nonprofit Nurses for Nurses, an organization dedicated to supporting nurses from bedside to leadership by providing access to resources, professional development, mentorship, and whole-person support. Her work bridges the gap between clinical practice and sustainable career evolution — ensuring nurses are not only trained, but truly supported. Through her books, courses, nonprofit initiatives, and national community, Emily is leading a movement where nurses no longer have to choose between their passion and their well-being. She is known for creating pathways where none existed before — opening doors to modern careers, entrepreneurial opportunities, and integrative approaches to healthcare. Her work isn’t just about education — it’s about liberation. Emily’s mission is simple: nursing can be modern, sustainable, and deeply fulfilling — and she’s proving it every day by building the systems, communities, and experiences that make it possible. To get in touch with Emily or learn more about the School of Modern Nursing, you may reach out to her at her social media pages and website. Links below. https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyknife/ https://www.skool.com/modern-nursing-co-4634/about?ref=abdd88ffd9a846119b72546271499ac4 About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
May 18, 2026Episode 8423 min
S4 E84 Eyes Open: staying present and ready for what's next as a nurse entrepreneur
S4E83 How one nurse brings EB nursing and holistic health to heart-centered leadership Guest Laura Alessio
Welcome our guests today, Laura Alessio, founder of Nurse Coach Alessio, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Today’s episode, “How one nurse brings EB nursing and holistic health to heart-centered leadership.” I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Laura Alessio I’m a Board-Certified Health & Wellness Nurse Coach, Advanced Holistic Nurse, and a Certified Facilitator of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Back to Balance Meditation Series. I help busy professionals build resilience, regulate their nervous systems, and improve performance through mindfulness, heart-brain coherence, and practical stress-reduction tools. I love connecting with others who value growth, wellbeing, and meaningful impact. I blend evidence-based nursing, mindfulness, meditation, HeartMath, and holistic practices to support stress reduction, resilience, and heart-centered leadership. I also create exam-focused flashcards and educational tools for nurses preparing for Nurse Coach and Holistic Nurse board certifications. To get in touch with Laura or learn more about Nurse Coach Alessio, you may reach out to her at her social media pages and book a complimentary call. Listeners receive a Free mini-mindfulness session and/or join my free FB group Stress Less with Mindfulness: https://www.facebook.com/groups/838987871668575/ https://www.facebook.com/laura.alessio.161 https://www.instagram.com/nursecoachalessio/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-alessiornmsnphnncbc/ https://www.youtube.com/@NurseCoachAlessio https://www.tiktok.com/@nursecoachalessio https://linktr.ee/nursecoachalessio About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/. Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products. Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
April 6, 2026Episode 8214 min
S4E82 What to Do When You Blow It: How Good Leaders Take Ownership and Bounce Back
S4E81 How one nurse turned a military career into art Guest Cheri Carandanis
Welcome our guests today, Cheri Carandanis, founder of Carandanis Fine Art LLC in Damascus, Oregon. Today’s episode, “How one nurse turned a military career into art.” I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Cheri Carandanis Cheri Carandanis is an abstract painter, former critical care flight nurse, and creative guide who helps people reconnect with themselves through art, honesty, and presence. After a brain injury ended her 25-year nursing career, Cheri turned fully toward painting as both a healing practice and a professional pursuit. Her work is known for bold mark-making, layered texture, and a raw, soulful tension that invites viewers to slow down and feel. She is the founder of Carandanis Fine Art, where she creates large-scale abstract works, teaches creative resilience, and shares the behind-the-scenes realities of the artistic life through her growing YouTube channel. Cheri believes creativity isn’t about talent or perfection, it’s about courage, attention, and showing up honestly, even when things feel unfinished. To get in touch with Cheri or learn more about Carandanis Fine Art, you may reach out to her at her social media pages and sign up for her newsletter on her website. YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chericarandanisart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carandanisfineart Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carandanisfineart www.carandanisfineart.com About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
February 16, 2026Episode 8030 min
S4E80 How one nurse with a niche in wound care developed a thriving LNC business Lydia Corum
Welcome our guest today, Lydia Corum, founder of Lydia Legal Nurse Consultant in Oakland, California. Today’s episode, “How one nurse with a niche in wound care developed a thriving LNC business.” I interview nurses who are business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders. I want to hear inspiring stories from the nurse next door who is making a difference in the entrepreneurial and business space. My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining confidence, skills, and freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur.- Tina Baxter, Show Host and Founder of The Nurse Shark Academy. About Lydia Corum Lydia A. Corum, MSN, RN, CWCN, is a Registered Nurse and seasoned Legal Nurse Consultant who specializes in wound care merit reviews for attorneys handling medical malpractice, personal injury, and long-term care cases. With over 20 years of clinical experience in wound care and a deep understanding of legal processes, she brings clarity, objectivity, and expert insight to even the most complex medical cases. As a Merit Review Specialist, she plays a critical role at the earliest stage of litigation — reviewing medical records, identifying deviations from the standard of care, evaluating causation, and helping attorneys determine whether a case has true legal merit before significant time and resources are invested. She is also the author of Beyond the Surface, a practical guide designed to help nurses and aspiring LNCs understand the process of merit reviews, navigate wound care-related legal cases, and build confidence in their consulting skills. The workbook breaks down real-world case analysis and teaches how to approach documentation, timelines, and medical evidence with a legal mindset. Lydia is passionate about supporting attorneys with unbiased, evidence-based reviews and mentoring other nurses who want to expand their impact beyond the bedside. To get in touch with Lydia, you may reach out to her via email and on her social media pages. The first 100 listeners that contact her via email will be able to receive her book and workbook for special bundle price of $20: Email: lydialegalnurse@gmail.com LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/lydiameyers/ Alignable https://www.alignable.com/oakland-ca/lydia-a-corum-msn-rn-cwcn?user=547459 About The Nurse Shark Academy My mission is for you to own your seat at the table of nurse entrepreneurship, gaining the confidence, skills, and the freedom to live your life on your own terms. You will dream big and expand your consciousness as an entrepreneur. Tina Baxter is The Nurse Shark and host, the only nurse business mentor who utilizes an innovative, proven, 3 step HE-ME-WE framework for nurses around the world who want the freedom to live on their own terms in an era where so many feel stressed, burnt-out, and unappreciated. As always, thank you for listening to The Nurse Shark Academy Show, where we are experts in nursing and experts in business. Subscribe to our channel and download our podcast wherever you get your podcast such as Podbean, Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. If you are nurse entrepreneur or business leader who would be interested in coming on the show, contact us at thenursesharkacademyshow@baxterprofessionalservices.com or visit our website at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ . Become a PATRON of the show and get access to special podcast episodes and discounts on merchandise. Join here: https://patron.podbean.com/thenursesharkacademy Pick up a copy of our e-book, Guide for Nurse Entrepreneurs at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/category/all-products . Join us for our upcoming events and training programs. Our videos, blogs, and course offerings can be found on our website. Become a member of The Nurse Shark Academy to launch your nurse owned business today at https://www.thenursesharkacademy.biz/ Interested in starting your own podcast with Podbean? Check out our affiliate links here to get a great price. Unlimited Hosting Plan: https://www.podbean.com/thenurseshark Business Plan: https://www.podbean.com/pro/thenurseshark #podcast #nursing #business #small business #nurses #thenurseshark #entrepreneur
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