In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Graham Newton.

Graham’s career has encompassed adult and pediatric emergency departments in Level I trauma centers, critical care, clinical education, and research. He has also worked extensively in pre-hospital settings, including medevac flights in the high Arctic, EMS, ski patrol, and disaster relief. Graham holds a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Manitoba and a Master of Nursing from the University of Calgary, along with specialty training in critical care from Mount Royal University. He is credentialed as a Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN), Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN), and Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP), and is currently pursuing studies to become a nurse practitioner.

Beyond his clinical work, Graham serves as a board member for the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA), contributing to governance and leadership in the nursing profession. His research focuses on pre-hospital care, with published peer-reviewed articles on tension pneumothorax and a textbook chapter on cardiovascular emergencies in critical care transport.

With advanced professional credentials and a passion for research and leadership, Graham brings deep expertise to the evolving field of emergency and transport care. This episode is called, "Lions don't have to roar."

Graham can be contacted through LinkedIn @GrahamNewton.

BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.

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In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Amanda Werner.

Amanda is an experienced nurse with a deep passion for neuro care. She’s dedicated to advancing the knowledge and skills of her team, ensuring that patients receive the most cutting-edge treatments available. Her impact spans across multiple hospitals and countless miles—but her mission remains the same: better outcomes for all.

In 2018, Amanda transitioned into the role of Stroke Coordinator and, by 2021, became the Stroke Program Manager for the northern Colorado region. In this role, she supports four hospitals, two freestanding emergency departments, and collaborates closely with regional EMS agencies, referring facilities, and neighboring stroke programs. Amanda is recognized for developing workflows that adapt to various facility needs. Her focus is on clinical education and sharing strategies that support stroke programs, especially in smaller or resource-limited settings. The regional models and connections she has established have been effective and replicable across different healthcare environments.

Whether you’re new to stroke care or a seasoned professional, Amanda’s insights and energy are sure to inspire. This episode is called, "A sure-fire recipe for stroke care."

Amanda can be contacted through LinkedIn @Amanda Werner and through email at Amanda.werner@uchealth.org

BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.

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In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Amy Stevenson.

Amy Stevenson is a seasoned emergency nursing professional with a dynamic background spanning roles as an EMT, 911 dispatcher, ER/ICU nurse, and flight nurse. She earned her BSN in 2012 and her MSN as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2020 from South College, where she now serves as a nursing professor. Passionate about mental health advocacy for nurses and first responders, Amy is committed to supporting others by openly sharing her journey of personal and professional growth.

Amy is an experienced emergency, critical care, flight nurse who is creating space for difficult conversations around the topic of substance abuse disorder. Through Amy's personal and professional experiences, she shares how healthcare teams can better take care of themselves and one another. This episode is called, "Scrub Circle: Breaking the silence to heal."

Amy can be contacted through LinkedIn @AmyStevenson as well as through Instagram @ScrubCircle.

BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.

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