Working Nurse

Working Nurse is a monthly publication and online platform dedicated to providing career guidance and job opportunities for registered nurses in Southern California. We concentrate on the nursing profession, showcasing local job openings. Our content is not only informative but also motivating, featuring interviews with nurses discussing their areas of expertise, profiles of remarkable historical figures in nursing, and insights from leaders in the field. Our goal is to serve as a valuable career resource for RNs in Southern California.

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Q2: Staff Communication

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025What strategies help you better connect with your nursing teams? Angela Brady, San Gorgonio Memorial HospitalI still work shifts on the floor when needed. This supports my team during busy times, and shows that I haven’t forgotten where I started. Annabelle Duschane Braun, Orange Coast Medical Center (above, right)Doing frontline rounds as often as possible is key. We need to hear directly what’s going on and what’s not working to make the most meaningful changes.
Q6: Workplace Violence

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025Has your hospital developed any new strategies to help protect nurses at work? Sharon Brown, Arrowhead Regional Medical CenterWe recently implemented a behavioral escalation response team (BERT), which applies its expertise to de-escalating patients and educating frontline nurses. Brandi Cassingham, Saddleback Medical Center (photo, top)Over the past year, we’ve used safe workplace intervention teams (SWITs) whenever nurses are struggling with a patient.
Chief Nursing Officer Roundtable 2025

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025Navigating Nursing NowIn this special annual feature, 21 local nursing executives share bold insights on the issues shaping the profession today. Getting to Know the CNO. What’s something outside of work that relieves stress and brings you joy? Staff Communication. What strategies help you better connect with your nursing teams? Healthcare Tech. Is there a technology trend that you’re excited about — or that makes you nervous? New Grads.
Q8: Staffing Strategies

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025What is your biggest concern regarding nurse recruitment and retention? How are you tackling that challenge? Angela Brady, San Gorgonio Memorial HospitalThe biggest challenge is burnout. I’m addressing this by fostering a more collaborative work environment, including floating staff across departments to help balance workloads. Annabelle Duschane Braun, Orange Coast Medical CenterThe biggest challenge is making team members feel valued and like they have a future with us.
Q7: Leadership Skills

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025What leadership skill would you like to see ALL nurses develop? Annabelle Duschane Braun, Orange Coast Medical CenterEffective communication is foundational to any nursing role. Clear and concise messaging that’s tailored to the audience makes people feel better and improves engagement. Sharon Brown, Arrowhead Regional Medical CenterEmpathy is at the heart of nursing practice.
Q5: Lifelong Learning

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025What nursing-related insight or skill have you learned within the past year or two? Angela Brady, San Gorgonio Memorial HospitalI’ve gained a deeper understanding of the importance of emotional intelligence. Additionally, I’ve developed my skills in crisis management, particularly during high-stress situations. Annabelle Duschane Braun, Orange Coast Medical CenterCOVID taught me that necessity is the mother of invention.
New Grads - Working Nurse

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025How has your approach to new graduate RN preparation evolved? Sharon Brown, Arrowhead Regional Medical CenterWe have a robust new graduate RN program. Our nurse educators have ensured that the delivery of information is relevant, evidence-based, and fun. Brandi Cassingham, Saddleback Medical CenterWe’ve found a lot of success by marrying simulation with other didactic pieces.
Q3: Healthcare Tech

2 weeks ago | workingnurse.com | Catherine Rhodes

CNO Roundtable 2025Is there a technology trend that you’re excited about — or that makes you nervous? Angela Brady, San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital (above, center)I’m most excited about advancements in surgical robotics and telemedicine. However, I have concerns about artificial intelligence in healthcare, which raises questions about data privacy and potential overreliance on technology.
Homeless Care Nursing

1 month ago | workingnurse.com | Keith Carlson |Catherine Rhodes

My SpecialtyProviding a bridge to the healthcare system for the unhousedCandice Grey, RN, BSN, PCCN, CN IIHomeless Healthcare CollaborativeUCLA HealthAfter working in the corporate world, I wanted a career where I could connect with people more deeply. I transitioned to nursing as a second career. I gained clinical experience in solid organ transplant, head and neck surgery, and the MICU before joining the Homeless Healthcare Collaborative in May 2023.
Talking With Pamela Cipriano of the ICN

1 month ago | workingnurse.com | Aaron Severson |Catherine Rhodes

Nursing & Healthcare NewsInternational Council of Nurses president warns of global USAID crisisWe talked to Pamela Cipriano, RN, Ph.D., NEA-BC, FAAN, president of the International Council of Nursing, about one of the biggest challenges now facing global nursing: the recent, sudden dismantling of USAID funding. Although the U.S. spends only around 1 percent of the federal budget on foreign aid, this represents more than 40 percent of all humanitarian aid worldwide.