On this powerful episode of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Erica is joined by RaDonda Vaught and Dr. Matthew Garvey for a deeply emotional and thought-provoking conversation. RaDonda opens up about the tragic medical error that led to the loss of a patient’s life—a moment that not only changed her career but reshaped her identity as a nurse. Despite taking all the precautions she could and raising concerns about system failures, RaDonda was met with institutional resistance and little support from leadership. She was criminally charged, faced the possibility of prison time, and became the focus of national debate on accountability in healthcare. Though she ultimately won her case, RaDonda reveals why she will never return to bedside nursing, yet remains committed to being a voice for reform, transparency, and the protection of nurses navigating a broken system. Dr. Matthew Garvey provides critical insights into the systemic shortcomings that impact frontline healthcare workers and offers solutions for long-term reform in both hospital culture and medical education. This episode is a must-watch for every nurse, healthcare professional, and patient advocate.

Special Thanks to Our Guests:

RaDonda Vaught

Dr. Matthew Garvey DNP, MBA, RN, EMT-B, CCRN, CEN, TCRN Garvey Consulting & Education Services, L.L.C: https://www.garveyces.com/ https://www.instagram.com/matthewpaulgarvey/

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