Nursing Conversations

In this episode of Nursing Conversations, Toni Beam and Joey Travis explore the Community Resiliency Model (CRM), developed by Elaine Miller-Karas of the Trauma Resource Institute. Exploring its fundamental components, they offer insights into its application within healthcare settings, specifically focusing on its advantages for nurses. Tune in as they share how CRM empowers nurses and other healthcare professionals to foster resilience and well-being amidst challenging environments.

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.