Nursing Conversations

In Part 2 of the Community Resiliency Model, we have the privilege of interviewing Elaine Miller-Karas, a trailblazer in the field of trauma resiliency. As the Co-Founder and Director of Innovation at the Trauma Resource Institute, Elaine has pioneered transformative approaches to healing trauma on a global scale. With her extensive background, including authoring the acclaimed book "Building Resiliency to Trauma" and developing the groundbreaking Trauma and Community Resiliency Models, Elaine shares insights into the origins and principles of the Community Resiliency Model (CRM). This episode offers a captivating glimpse into the extraordinary contributions of Elaine Miller-Karas and the transformative power of resilience.

For more information on the Trauma Resource Institute: traumaresourceinstitute.com

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WE CARE publications on CRM:

Navigating challenges: The impact of Community Resiliency Model® training on nurse leaders. (Travis et al., 2024)
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mnl.2024.05.006

Shift type and resilience training on nurse outcomes. (Montgomery et al., 2025)
https://doi.org/10.1177/01939459251340779

Workforce Engagement for Compassionate Advocacy, Resilience and Empowerment (WE CARE): An evidence-based wellness program. (Patrician et al., 2024)
https://doi.org/10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000626  

Contact us: wecare@uabmc.edu

What is Nursing Conversations?

Supporting nurses—personally and professionally—is essential for providing high-quality patient care. Nursing Conversations is a relaxed, engaging podcast created and produced by the WE CARE team at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, bringing together nurses from all backgrounds and generations to discuss the real challenges, triumphs, and evolving landscape of healthcare.

Each episode dives into the topics that matter most to today’s nurses, including career growth, leadership, advocacy, work-life balance, mental health, and professional development. Through insightful discussions, practical strategies, and expert perspectives, this podcast fosters a supportive community where nurses feel empowered, valued, and equipped to thrive—both at the bedside and beyond.