In this spotlight episode Nurses Month episode of Clinician Voice, host Dr. Robin Geiger welcomes Tanya Abreu, nationally recognized healthcare strategist and founder of PowerUp Nursing, to share how leaders in healthcare can be powerful allies in advancing the nursing profession. Tanya brings her expertise in storytelling, branding, and systems innovation to spotlight how elevating nurse biopatterns isn't just essential for healthcare—it’s transformational. Tune in for a compelling conversation about influence, advocacy, and how Tanya is helping nurses reclaim their power at every level.

Tanya Abreu is a healthcare change agent, nurse advocate, and global leader in health innovation with over 30 years of experience creating scalable, patient-centered healthcare models. She is CEO of Power Up Nursing, VP of Hospital Networks for Moxie Scrubs, and Senior Advisor for UltraHuman Health. Tanya is known for building clinical networks that improve outcomes for underserved and high-risk populations across the U.S., Eastern Europe, and Africa.

In this powerful Nurses Week edition of Clinician Voice, host Dr. Robin Geiger is joined by Dr. Katie Boston-Leary, Senior Vice President of Equity and Engagement at the American Nurses Association, for a heartfelt conversation on navigating the current challenges facing nurses today. Dr. Boston-Leary speaks directly to nurses who may feel overwhelmed or disconnected, offering a message of hope grounded in self-care, self-advocacy, and a renewed connection to purpose. With wisdom, humor, and unshakable conviction, she reminds listeners of the strength in their voice, the importance of rest and reflection, and the joy that can still be found in the calling of nursing. This episode invites every nurse to pause with pride and reclaim their power in both practice and presence.

In this powerful Nurses Week edition of Clinician Voice, we are joined by Dr. Sheldon D. Fields, President and CEO of the National Black Nurses Association, to honor the vital role of all nurses and spotlight the need for continued advocacy to shape the future of healthcare. Dr. Fields shares how NBNA is driving forward with equity, elevating voices of nurses of color, and creating opportunities for professional growth and systemic change. He also gives us a preview of the exciting upcoming 53rd Annual NBNA Institute and Conference and discusses how we can all play a role in protecting and advancing the profession. Don’t miss this conversation with full transparency and raw honesty that celebrates the purpose and progress of nursing today.

Dr. Sheldon D. Fields, PhD, RN, CRNP, FNP-BC, AACRN, FAANP, FNAP, FADLN, FAAN is a Research Professor and the inaugural Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion in the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at Penn State University. He is also the founder and CEO of “The S.D.F Group, LLC”, a health innovation consulting company. He has over 30 years of experience in the health sector as an educator, researcher, clinician, administrator, consultant, health policy specialist, and entrepreneur / business owner.

What's your truth? In this episode of the Clinician Voice podcast, host Dr. Robin Geiger sits down with Delanor Manson, CEO of the Kentucky Nurses Association, to explore her powerful nursing journey, her vision for nursing leadership, and the critical role of advocacy in shaping the future of healthcare. From her military background to her impact on policy and professional development, Delanor shares insights into leading a statewide nursing organization and driving change that uplifts clinicians across all levels. Tune in to hear about the upcoming Advocacy Summit, the KNA annual conference, and Delanor’s thoughts on tackling today’s most pressing challenges in nursing—including workforce retention, safety, and the value of nurses’ voices in shaping healthcare systems.

Delanor Manson, MA, BSN, RN, FADLN is the CEO of the Kentucky Nurses Association and a retired Navy Nurse Corps Officer with over 45 years of nursing experience. She has held leadership roles in healthcare, government, and philanthropy, including work with the U.S. Department of State and serving as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Louisville. Delanor is a passionate advocate for health equity, policy change, and supporting nurses through education, leadership, and innovation. Delanor is, among many things, a jewelry designer entrepreneur and owner of Koi Gallery, in Louisville, Kentucky.