Transforming Nursing Leadership with Nurses in Charge

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Saturday, February 14, 2026

In this insightful episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with two powerhouse leaders in the nursing world: Dr. Nyempu Karmue-Hall, founder of the global nonprofit Nurses in Charge, and Michelle DeStefano, an executive coach and former Chief Nursing Officer.

Together, they dive deep into the current global nursing crisis, addressing the "moral injury" and burnout that skyrocketed during the pandemic. They discuss a bold new grassroots movement designed to move nurses from the "bedside to the boardroom," ensuring their voices are heard where healthcare decisions are actually made.

Key highlights from this episode include:

The Mission of Nurses in Charge: How this 501(c)3 organization is connecting and empowering nurses across 22 nations.
Leadership & Change Management: Details on the upcoming intensive, “From Talk to Action,” designed to give emerging nurse leaders a blueprint for sustainable organizational change.
Healing the Profession: Reconnecting with the original "intention" of nursing to overcome burnout and lateral violence.
Future-Proofing Careers: The importance of mentorship, research, and the evolving role of nurses in the modern medical landscape.

Whether you are a bedside nurse, a nurse practitioner, or a healthcare executive, this episode is a call to action to reclaim the excellence and respect the nursing profession deserves.