What does it take to change careers and become a nurse later in life?

On this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Jeanine Bussa, a graduate of the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program at Corewell Health. Jeanine shares how she pursued her lifelong dream of nursing at age 55 while balancing work, school and family. She discusses the support that helped her succeed, the importance of continuing healthcare benefits while earning her degree and the rewarding experience of now caring for patients in surgical services.

Learn how Corewell Health is helping strengthen the local healthcare workforce by creating opportunities for future nurses to grow, learn and serve their communities.

What does it take to change careers and become a nurse later in life?
On this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Jeanine Bussa, a graduate of the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program at Corewell Health. Jeanine shares how she pursued her lifelong dream of nursing at age 55 while balancing work, school and family. She discusses the support that helped her succeed, the importance of continuing healthcare benefits while earning her degree and the rewarding experience of now caring for patients in surgical services.
Learn how Corewell Health is helping strengthen the local healthcare workforce by creating opportunities for future nurses to grow, learn and serve their communities.

Hosted by Natalie Baggio, DNP, MBA, BSN, RN, an accomplished health care executive and clinician, Core Conversations dives deep into the heart of health care, exploring the people, ideas, and innovations that shape how we care for our communities. Each episode features meaningful conversations with experts, caregivers, and community partners who are driving change across the industry. Drawing on her extensive experience in both clinical and executive leadership, Natalie brings a fresh perspective that bridges the gap between complex medical topics and everyday well-being, always finding the human side at the heart of every story. Whether you work in health care or simply want to take better care of yourself and your family, Core Conversations will leave you informed, inspired, and connected.

Hosted by Natalie Baggio, DNP, MBA, BSN, RN, an accomplished health care executive and clinician, Core Conversations dives deep into the heart of health care, exploring the people, ideas, and innovations that shape how we care for our communities. Each episode features meaningful conversations with experts, caregivers, and community partners who are driving change across the industry. Drawing on her extensive experience in both clinical and executive leadership, Natalie brings a fresh perspective that bridges the gap between complex medical topics and everyday well-being, always finding the human side at the heart of every story. Whether you work in health care or simply want to take better care of yourself and your family, Core Conversations will leave you informed, inspired, and connected.

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Core Conversations - Episode 26 – Jeanine Bussa

In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with ER nurse Gabby Stover to discuss her journey from growing up in Southwest Michigan to building a career caring for the community she calls home. Inspired by her parents, both ICU nurses, Gabby shares how Corewell Health's Student Nurse Apprentice Program gave her valuable hands-on experience and helped prepare her for a successful transition from nursing school to the emergency department.

Gabby reflects on the importance of mentorship, teamwork, and leading with compassion in health care. She also offers encouraging advice for anyone considering a career in nursing, reminding future caregivers that the most meaningful part of the job is caring for patients with your whole heart. It's an inspiring conversation about opportunity, purpose, and giving back to your community.

 

In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with ER nurse Gabby Stover to discuss her journey from growing up in Southwest Michigan to building a career caring for the community she calls home. Inspired by her parents, both ICU nurses, Gabby shares how Corewell Health's Student Nurse Apprentice Program gave her valuable hands-on experience and helped prepare her for a successful transition from nursing school to the emergency department.
Gabby reflects on the importance of mentorship, teamwork, and leading with compassion in health care. She also offers encouraging advice for anyone considering a career in nursing, reminding future caregivers that the most meaningful part of the job is caring for patients with your whole heart. It's an inspiring conversation about opportunity, purpose, and giving back to your community.
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Core Conversations - Episode 25 – Gabby Stover

In the kickoff to Series 3 of Core Conversations, the mic is flipped as Sarah Cavanaugh sits down with Corewell Health President Natalie Baggio to discuss the future of health care careers in Southwest Michigan. Together, they explore how career pathway and pipeline programs are helping address workforce shortages by creating new opportunities for students, team members, and community members to pursue meaningful careers in health care.

Natalie also shares how these innovative programs are already making an impact by strengthening the local workforce, improving access to care, and retaining talented health care professionals in Southwest Michigan. You’ll also get a preview of what's ahead this season as you'll hear inspiring stories from people whose lives and careers have been transformed through these programs.

In the kickoff to Series 3 of&nbsp;Core Conversations, the mic is flipped as Sarah Cavanaugh sits down with Corewell Health President Natalie Baggio to discuss the future of health care careers in Southwest Michigan. Together, they explore how career pathway and pipeline programs are helping address workforce shortages by creating new opportunities for students, team members, and community members to pursue meaningful careers in health care.
Natalie also shares how these innovative programs are already making an impact by strengthening the local workforce, improving access to care, and retaining talented health care professionals in Southwest Michigan. You&rsquo;ll also get a preview of what's ahead this season as you'll hear inspiring stories from people whose lives and careers have been transformed through these programs.

Core Conversations - Episode 24 – Building the Future of Health Care for July 6

In this special episode of Core Conversations, the microphone is flipped as Corewell Health Southwest Michigan President Natalie Baggio answers some of the most common questions and misconceptions circulating throughout the community. From physician recruitment and appointment access to labor and delivery services, radiology wait times, and future investments in local health care, Natalie provides candid insight into what’s happening behind the scenes.

Hear how Corewell Health is working to recruit more physicians, modernize facilities, improve access to care, and expand specialized services closer to home. Through an open and transparent conversation, this episode offers a closer look at the challenges, progress, and opportunities shaping the future of health care across Southwest Michigan.

In this special episode of Core Conversations, the microphone is flipped as Corewell Health Southwest Michigan President Natalie Baggio answers some of the most common questions and misconceptions circulating throughout the community. From physician recruitment and appointment access to labor and delivery services, radiology wait times, and future investments in local health care, Natalie provides candid insight into what&rsquo;s happening behind the scenes.
Hear how Corewell Health is working to recruit more physicians, modernize facilities, improve access to care, and expand specialized services closer to home. Through an open and transparent conversation, this episode offers a closer look at the challenges, progress, and opportunities shaping the future of health care across Southwest Michigan.

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