When our hosts sat down to talk to real nurses at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, one major theme emerged: It's all about the people. The people they work with and the people they care for keep them going. Our hosts talk to new nurses and nurses with decades of experience, asking them questions about the nursing profession and sharing some laughs and advice along the way.

Understanding the health of the community is essential to providing excellent patient care at Northwestern Medicine. Karin Podolski, MSN, MPH, RN, director of Community Health Services at Northwestern Medicine, talks about how she uses her nursing skills to focus on the needs of vulnerable patients.

 "In the Community Health Institute within Northwestern Medicine, we're focused on making an impact and improving the health of the community. We serve very diverse areas, whether it's the rural community of DeKalb or the city of Chicago."

Karin Podolski, MSN, MPH, RN

Director, Community Health Services, Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine nursing leaders Karena Brown, MSN, RN, CMSRN, and Katie Doyle, MS, RN, delve into the challenges and rewards of nursing careers and their paths in leadership, emphasizing the importance of having nurses in decision-making roles.