Host Dr. Lisa Beasley sits down with Host Dr. Lisa Beasley talks with Dr. Kathleen Kinser, nurse scientist with the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement, about her winding path through nursing — from clinical research at Vanderbilt to nursing education to workforce science. Dr. Kinser shares what she's learned about nursing workforce data, the unique challenges facing rural nurses in Appalachia, the impact of workplace violence and microaggressions on retention, and what it really takes to grow strong nurse leaders. The conversation closes with her honest, practical vision for what would help nurses stay at the bedside long-term.