In this episode, we explore the power of healthcare experience, wellness advocacy, and authenticity in nursing with Shannon King, RN. This episode features an inspiring journey from serving as a medic in the Army National Guard to becoming an LPN, RN, and cannabis nurse. We dive into overcoming challenges as a minority in healthcare, embracing teamwork, and conquering fears like emergency nursing. Learn how authenticity and self-care play crucial roles in serving patients and achieving balance in a demanding career. As a med spa co-owner and micro-dispensary operator, our guest dispels myths about cannabis nursing and highlights the plant’s medicinal potential. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to redefine nursing and embrace holistic health while advancing their career. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on wellness, advocacy, and finding your best self in the nursing profession! PODCAST HOST: Fallon M. Flowers, MSN, BS, RN, WHNP-BC------------------------------------------------------------Grab your VIRTUAL REMOTE and tune in where you like to watch and listen: https://sociatap.com/NursingInspired/listen-up-future-nurse-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ABOUT THE GUEST: Shannon King, is a proud Associate degree-prepared registered nurse (RN), micro-dispensary owner, wellness coach and cannabis nurse. Prior to her becoming an RN, she served as a Medic in the Army National Guard and became a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Shannon has worked in many areas of nursing including emergency nursing and currently serves as a partner in a Home Health agency. She is a true advocate for self-care and wellness for herself and her patients. Shannon is the CEO/Owner of "Canna Entice", a micro dispensary, part-owner in a Med Spa and has her own magazine called "Start Healthy." Her spirit of being a self-proclaimed “over-achiever”, attitude of showing up and dedication to nursing is apparent in some of the nursing organizations she serves. Shannon is not only the dynamic Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee for the Chicago Chapter of the National Black Nurses Association (CCNBNA) and hardworking member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of DEI at the American Cannabis Nurses Association. She invites anyone that would like to be a wellness coach to reach out and for everyone to tune in and follow her YouTube channel, Noble Square Wellness TV. Office: (312) 210-0939 Email: Shannon@cannaentice.comWebsite: www.cannaentice.com Noble Square Wellness TV YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NobleSquareWellnessTV/featuredConnect with Shannon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-king-574b8b211/ ------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBE to this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/signup SUPPORT this podcast/join the Supporters Club ($7/month): https://www.spreaker.com/.../listen-up-future.../support ------------------------------------------------------------Become a PODCAST GUEST: https://nursinginspired.com/podcast#interested-guests ------------------------------------------------------------STREAMYARD Love what we're doing and want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6195203670278144 ------------------------------------------------------------SOCIATAP Link in bio or virtual remote…get your own today: https://sociatap.com/premiumsubscription?affiliate|27568
