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Interview In Action: Protecting Nurses From Violence Through Ambient Tech with Lisbeth Votruba

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August 6, 2025: Lisbeth Votruba, Chief Clinical Officer at AvaSure and a third-generation nurse, discusses how virtual care technology is transforming healthcare delivery. How can AI-powered platforms help nurses return to more personalized, joyful patient care while addressing the growing crisis of workplace violence in hospitals? Lisbeth shares her journey from ICU nurse to tech executive, discussing innovative solutions such as ambient monitoring and wake word technology that protect both patients and staff. What role should nurses play in shaping healthcare's digital future, and how can the profession leverage its trusted status to drive meaningful change? The conversation also touches on the emotional toll of caregiving and Lisbeth’s advocacy work supporting healthcare workers in recovery.

Key Points:

  • 03:45 Innovations in Nursing Technology
  • 08:12 Challenges in Nursing Violence
  • 11:49 Emotional Well-being of Nurses

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