In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich Kenny and Dan Weberg sit down with Patches Seely—nurse leader, healthcare IT expert, and career strategist—to delve into the often avoided topic of career downtimes. Patches shares her personal journey of navigating career transitions, the emotional impact of unexpected change, and how professionals can build resilience through self-reflection and intentional networking. They explore the importance of assessing personal "systems," leveraging technology for career growth, and preparing for inevitable shifts in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Best Moments:

• 01:01 Patches’ journey: From clinical operations and leadership to healthcare IT
• 05:20 Defining career downtime procedures and the experiences that shaped her perspective
• 08:20: Conducting a personal career 'impact assessment' and identifying operational 'systems' during downtime
• 10:36 Practical strategies for turning career downtime into an opportunity for growth
• 14:05: Emphasizing the need for continuous learning in the AI age and the role AI plays in regaining uptime
• 16:19 Leveraging LinkedIn to craft your professional story and build meaningful connections
• 19:08 Why resilience is key in navigating unexpected career shifts
• 21:34 The role of emerging technology in shaping the future of career transitions

Tune in to hear how mindset, strategy, and digital tools can help you turn career downtime into an opportunity for reinvention. Stay connected—follow Rich and Dan on LinkedIn or visit DowntimeProceduresPodcast.com for more episodes!

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Special thanks to Veritas Labs for sponsoring the production of this episode. To learn more about how Agentic AI is being applied and driving ROI in healthcare today, starting with recruitment & staffing, visit their website at VeritasLabs.ai