
Healing Hearts: Empowering Pediatric Critical Care Providers
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Nebraska personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Nebraska 2018.
Latest episodes

Aug 12, 2020 • 16min
Renal Series: Hemodialysis
Join pediatric nephrologist, Dr. Melissa Muff-Luett as she introduces the second episode in this series and talks about hemodialysis. Dr. Melissa Muff-Luett is the Medical Director of Dialysis at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Jul 15, 2020 • 13min
Renal Series: Overview of the Kidney
We are excited to introduce a new series on the renal system. Join pediatric nephrologist, Dr. Melissa Muff-Luett as she introduces the first episode in this series and talks about the function of the kidney and indications for dialysis. Dr. Melissa Muff-Luett is the Medical Director of Dialysis at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Jun 1, 2020 • 15min
Cardiac Lesions Series: Ventricular Septal Defect
In the cardiac lesion series, pediatric Intensivist, Dr. Laura Ortmann, describes the background of the cardiac lesion, what it looks like clinically, the most common complications post-operatively, and how the lesion is managed. In this episode, she will discuss the Cardiac Lesion Ventricular Septal Defect or VSD.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

May 11, 2020 • 14min
Cardiac Lesions Series: Pulmonary Atresia
In the cardiac lesion series, pediatric Intensivist, Dr. Laura Ortmann, describes the background of the cardiac lesion, what it looks like clinically, the most common complications post-operatively, and how the lesion is managed. In this episode, she will discuss the Cardiac Lesion Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Apr 1, 2020 • 15min
Wellness Series: Change
We welcome back Dr. Sean Akers, clinical psychologist, and Amanda Adams, patient relations coordinator, as they explore the concept of change. Change is something that is a part of life, but our job is to learn how to recover amidst the change.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Mar 2, 2020 • 13min
Cardiac Lesions Series: Junctional Ectopic Tachycardia (JET)
In this unique episode of the cardiac lesion series, pediatric Intensivist, Dr. Laura Ortmann, describes the arrythmia junctional ectopic tachycardia or JET. She defines JET, how to prevent it, how to diagnose it, and how to treat it when it occurs.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Feb 3, 2020 • 16min
Wellness Series: PICU Front Line
Dr. Sean Akers, clinical psychologist, and Amanda Adams, patient relations manager, delve further into the concepts of wellness by inviting two guests, Jerica Harty and Bobbi Hohman, to weigh in on how they find balance and get through their day as PICU RNs. Jerica Harty is a clinical supervisor and charge nurse in the PICU and Bobbi Hohman is a bedside nurse in the PICU. Both nurses describe their struggles and tips and tricks for wellness in practice.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Jan 1, 2020 • 10min
Cardiac Lesions Series: Atrial Septal Defect
In the cardiac lesion series, pediatric Intensivist, Dr. Laura Ortmann, describes the background of the cardiac lesion, what it looks like clinically, the most common complications post-operatively, and how the lesion is managed. In this episode, she will discuss the Cardiac Lesion Atrial Septal Defect or ASD.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2020.

Dec 16, 2019 • 12min
Bonus Episode: Back on Track and the ICU Mobility Project
Join Rhea Weber, Physical Therapist, Madeline Brown, Occupational Therapist, and Bobbi Hohman, Quality Educator, at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center discuss the Back on Track Program. The Back on Track Program is an initiative for early mobility in the intensive care units at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center. Learn tips for promoting a culture of early mobility and the goals for this program.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2019.

Dec 4, 2019 • 5min
Bonus Episode: The Pause
Join two of the members of the Lavender Committee in the PICU and CCU, Olivia Kelly and Amanda Shapland, as they describe a new practice after a difficult patient situation or death, known as The Pause. They help to describe some of the meaning behind this initiative and provide an example of what The Pause might look like. The Idea behind The Pause started in the Emergency Department at the University of Virginia Medical Center with the help of Jonathan Bartels. You can find out more about The Pause at https://thepause.me.
The information provided in this podcast is general in nature and is intended as a training tool for Children's Hospital & Medical Center personnel. This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Each patient is unique and information provided in any educational forum must be tailored to each patient's unique situation. By recording this podcast, neither Children's, nor any provider, is engaged in the practice of medicine, nursing or any other health care service. Medical professionals and individual patient families should not attempt to use or rely upon any of the information provided to make medical decisions or to provide health care services. If you are a Children's employee and you have any questions about the content of this podcast, please discuss these with your supervisor. By listening to the podcast, you are agreeing with the terms of this disclaimer. All rights to this podcast are reserved. Copyright Children's Hospital & Medical Center 2019.