Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast
The 'Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast' explores the dynamic world of global health workforce development. It features discussions with subject matter experts, thought leaders, and practitioners on evolving practices, addressing workforce shortages, and meeting the global demand for healthcare talent. The podcast examines critical intersections shaping the future of healthcare worldwide.
Episodes
TruMerit | DAISY Honoree Spotlight: Donita Ross | Donita Ross & Erik Schumann | EP 27
Ethical recruitment is often discussed as a workforce strategy, but in this episode of Care Anywhere, it’s explored as something much more meaningful: a commitment to protecting, empowering, and investing in the nurses who make global healthcare possible.Host Lea Sims sits down with Health Carousel’s Donita Ross, Associate Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President, and Erik Schuman, Chief Operating
From the Bench: Safe Staffing Through New Models of Care | Sylvain Trepanier and Ching-Min Chen | EP 26
Hospitals and healthcare systems around the world are facing an undeniable reality: safe staffing can no longer be solved simply by adding more people to an overstretched workforce. As global nursing shortages continue to rise, healthcare leaders are being forced to rethink not only how care is staffed, but how care itself is designed and delivered. In this special episode of From the Bench, host
Language as a SuperPower: Upskilling a Globally Mobile Workforce | Katie Brown | EP 25
In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims sits down with Katie Brown, founder and chief education officer at EnGen, to explore how English language mastery can unlock opportunity for internationally trained healthcare professionals. Together, they discuss why language proficiency is about far more than passing exams—it directly impacts patient care, workplace confidence, career mobility, and
Verified Once, Trusted Everywhere: Verifiable Digital Credentials | Dan Giurescu | EP 24
In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims explores the future of digital identity and workforce mobility in healthcare with Dan Giurescu, CEO and cofounder of Credivera. Together, they examine how the healthcare industry is transitioning from outdated paper-based credentialing systems to secure, verifiable digital credentials that can transform how professionals move, work, and build trust a
The Power of Story: Shaping Hearts and Minds through Documentary Films | Carolyn Jones & Lisa Frank | EP 23
In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims explores the transformative power of storytelling in healthcare through documentary film. She is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Carolyn Jones and creative leader Lisa Frank to discuss how powerful narratives can shape perceptions, influence decision-making, and drive meaningful change across healthcare systems.Carolyn and Lisa share their experiences
Nightingales Summit: Empowering the Next Generation of Nigerian Nurses | Arowosegbe Obafemi | EP 22
In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims sits down with Nigerian nurse entrepreneur and advocate Obafemi Arowosegbe to discuss leadership, mentorship, and the future of nursing in Africa. While still a nursing student, Obafemi founded the Nightingale Summit, a growing conference designed to empower nursing students and early-career nurses with leadership skills, professional development opp
Career Development for Global Pediatric Nurses | Mary Dirks and Julia To Dutka | EP 19
The Care Anywhere podcast is spotlighting a new global partnership designed to strengthen pediatric nursing education and recognition worldwide. In this episode, host Lea Sims sits down with leaders from TruMerit and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) to unpack a new pediatric nursing micro-credential pathway launching in 2026, and why it matters for child health, w
From the Bench: How Research Can Help Us Build a Future-Ready Global Healthcare Workforce | Lauren Herckis | EP 18
The Care Anywhere podcast is taking listeners behind the scenes of global health workforce research with a brand-new series: From the Bench. In this kickoff episode, host Lea Sims talks with Dr. Lauren Herckis of TruMerit about how research can move from data to real-world impact — revealing how evidence, collaboration, and curiosity are driving solutions for a stronger, more connected healthcare
Virtual Health: Enabling Employers to Tap into a Global Workforce | Laura Messineo | EP 17
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer of TruMerit, welcomes Laura Messineo, Chief Nursing Officer at WorldWide HealthStaff Solutions. With more than 35 years of nursing experience and two decades pioneering virtual health, Laura shares her expertise in using telehealth to expand access, empower clinicians, and support internat
The Whole Nurse: Design Thinking, Self-healing, and Transformational Belonging The Whole Nurse: Design Thinking, Self-healing, and Transformational Belonging | Kathryn Shaffer | EP 16
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer of TruMerit, welcomes Kathryn Shaffer, EdD, RN, MSN, CNE, CCFP, Director of Innovation at Thomas Jefferson University’s College of Nursing. Kathryn brings a distinctive perspective on reimagining nursing education and practice through a holistic, self-healing lens.The conversation explores
Building Global Capacity through Health Tech Education | Geoffrey Roche | EP 14
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims welcomes Geoffrey M. Roche, SVP of Healthcare Solutions at Risepoint and a lifelong advocate for healthcare workforce development. With a career shaped by his mother’s journey as a nurse, Geoff shares how personal inspiration, industry insight, and bold leadership are reshaping how we prepare the next generation o
The Nursing Workplace: Staffing, Shortage, and Safety | Syl Trepanier | EP 13
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims welcomes Syl Trepanier, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Officer for Providence Health and member of the TruMerit Board of Trustees.With responsibility for representing more than 36,000 nurses across a multi-state health system, Syl shares his personal journey from caregiving as a child to becoming a national nursing voice
Giving Back to Support Nursing Education | Louis Brownstone | EP 12
In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims sits down with Louis Brownstone, President of WorldWide HealthStaff Solutions, to explore how one of the largest global staffing organizations is giving back to healthcare workers in meaningful, long-term ways. While known for their direct hire placements across the U.S. and Middle East, WorldWide is also investing in workforce development at the sou
Global Health Staffing: Beyond Ethical Recruitment | Earl Dalton | EP 11
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer of TruMerit., welcomes Earl Dalton, MHA, MSL, BSN, NEA-BC, Chief Clinical Officer & VP of Clinical Services at Health Carousel, for a powerful conversation on building a more ethical, sustainable future for global healthcare staffing.Earl shares his personal journey from a small fishin
Demystifying the Global Health Workforce | Jim Campbell and Peter Preziosi | EP 10
In the latest episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at TruMerit (formerly CGFNS International, Inc.), is joined by Jim Campbell, Director of Health Workforce at the World Health Organization (WHO), and Peter Preziosi, President & CEO of TruMerit. Together, they explore pressing global nursing workforce challen
English Proficiency: Opening Doors to International Health Careers | Spiros Papageorgiou | EP 09
In this special episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer and Host at CGFNS International, dives deep into the critical role of English language proficiency in global healthcare workforce mobility. Joined by guest Spiros Papageorgiou, Principal Measurement Scientist at ETS, the discussion unpacks how language proficiency benchmarks are se
Universal Health Coverage: A Catalyst for Global Change | Pam Cipriano | EP 08
In a recent episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at CGFNS International Inc., welcomed Dr. Pam Cipriano, President of the International Council of Nurses (ICN), to discuss the transformative impact of nursing on global health. With over 45 years of nursing experience, Dr. Cipriano shared her journey from a bedsid
The Journey to a Global Standard | Prinola Gurie, Vanessa Gurie and Julia To Dutka | EP 07
In a groundbreaking move, CGFNS International has launched the first-ever global specialty credential for rehabilitation nurses, the Certified Global Nurse Rehabilitation (CGNR) exam. This credential marks a pivotal step toward addressing the critical need for globally standardized competencies in rehabilitation care. The development of this certification was a multi-year effort, uniting rehabilit
The High Stakes of Authenticating Professional Credentials| Emily Tse and Jason Wessel | EP 06
In the latest episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims delves into the critical issue of credential fraud with CGFNS experts Emily Tse and Jason Wessel. Credential fraud, defined as intentional deception to falsely claim qualifications, poses a significant threat to healthcare systems and patient safety. The discussion highlights the motivations behind fraud, in
ICN: Investing in the Future of the Global Nurse Workforce | Howard Catton | EP 04
In the latest episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims sits down with Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses (ICN), to discuss the state of the global nursing workforce. As a respected figure in global nursing, Howard shares insights from ICN’s recent findings, addressing a projected global shortage of 13 million nurses by 2030. This shortage, compounded by factors like the aging
Raising all Boats: Building Capacity for Global Health | Mary Sebert | EP 03
In the latest episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at CGFNS International, Inc., engages in a powerful discussion with Mary Sebert, Director of Global Nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital's Center for Global Health. The episode dives deep into the challenges and opportunities facing the global health workforce, particularly focusing on how capa
2025 DAISY Award Spotlight: Jocelyn Musni | Jocelyn Musni and Coleen Santa Anna | EP 15
In this special episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims welcomes two passionate advocates for ethical nurse recruitment: Jocelyn Musni, Chief Clinical Officer at Alere Care Solutions and 2025 recipient of the Daisy Award for Ethical Nurse Recruitment, and Coleen Santa Anna, Managing Owner and CEO of Alere. Together, they shine a light on the pressing need to pr
Career Journeys: Preparing the Future Nursing Workforce | Jose Arnold Tariga | Bonus Episode 04
In this bonus Career Journeys episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer of TruMerit, welcomes Jose Arnold Tariga, Director of Clinical Education and Development at Insight Global Health and one of the Top 10 finalists for the prestigious Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award, selected from more than 100,000 applicants worldwide. The conver
Care Anywhere: The Journey Begins | Peter Preziosi & Julia To Dutka | EP 01
In the inaugural episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, CMO of CGFNS International, Inc., introduces the organization’s mission to address global healthcare workforce challenges. Joining the discussion are Dr. Peter Preziosi, President and CEO of CGFNS International, Inc., and Julia To Dutka, Chief of the CGFNS Global Health Workforce Development Institute, w
Empowering Choice and Opportunity | Pandora Hardtman | Bonus Episode 03
In this episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims welcomes Pandora Hardtman, an internationally recognized nurse midwife and global health leader. Pandora reflects on her personal journey from the Caribbean to serving as Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer at Jhpiego and now as a midwifery consultant with the United Nations Population Fund.With a passion for nurs
Career Journeys: Impact Through Entrepreneurism | Shailadi Gupta | Bonus Episode 2
On this special Career Journeys episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims sits down with Shailadi Gupta, CEO and Founder of Kindshell Healthcare. A nurse and holistic wellness coach, Shailadi shares her inspiring journey from India to Canada and how her experiences shaped her mission to support other Indian nurses in achieving global career success.Born into a fa
The DAISY Foundation: Impacting Nurse Careers Through Recognition | Deb Zimmermann & Bonnie Barnes | EP 20
Recognition is often described as a “nice to have” in healthcare, but on this episode of Care Anywhere, it’s framed as something far more essential.Host Lea Sims sits down with Deb Zimmermann, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Chief Executive Officer of The DAISY Foundation, and Bonnie Barnes, FAAN, co-founder of the organization, to explore how meaningful recognition can shape nurse careers, strengthen resi
The Tech-Enabled Hospital of the Future: Implications for Care Delivery | Robin Goldsmith | EP 21
Gone are the days when a hospital was simply a place where patients received care. Today’s hospitals are rapidly evolving into highly connected ecosystems powered by advanced technology, networked devices, and real-time data. The modern hospital is no longer confined to physical walls—it’s a dynamic digital environment where data flows seamlessly, AI supports clinical decisions, and care can happe
Health Career Journeys | Olivia Li | Bonus Episode
On this special bonus episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims, Chief Marketing Officer & Host at CGFNS International, Inc., sits down with Dr. Olivia Wei Li, RN, MSN, EdD, an International Nursing Educator and Consultant whose remarkable career spans continents and decades. With over 27 years of experience, Dr. Li shares her inspiring journey from China to
Paying it Forward: Empowering Career Migration Journeys | Sinead Carbery and Gillian Williams | EP 05
On the latest episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, host Lea Sims sits down with Sinead Carbery, President of International Staffing Solutions, and Gillian Williams, MSN, BS, RN, Senior Director of Clinical Operations, both from AMN Healthcare. The episode delves into the complexities of global career mobility for healthcare professionals, with Sinead and Gillian sharing t
The Next Frontier in Nursing: Embracing Tech & AI | Kathleen McGrow and Romina Elias | EP 02
In the latest episode of Care Anywhere: The Global Health Workforce Podcast, Lea Sims, CMO of CGFNS International, speaks with two leading figures in nursing informatics: Kathleen McGrow, CNIO at Microsoft, and Romina Elias, Healthcare CNIO at Dell Technologies. Together, they explore how technology is transforming the future of nursing and healthcare.Kathleen and Romina share their personal journ
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