Ep 27: Transferrable Skills for Nurses in Tech

From Nurse to Health Tech Founder: Sergey Vasilenko on Predictive Scheduling, Nurse Burnout, and Healthcare Access In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, host Rosa Hart interviews Sergey Vasilenko, a former bedside nurse who became a health tech entrepreneur and co-founder of In-House Health—a startup using predictive scheduling technology to combat nursing shortages and reduce nurse burnout. Sergey shares how his clinical background shaped his path into healthcare innovation and why transferable skills from nursing are critical in building tech solutions that actually work for frontline professionals. Rosa and Sergey explore the urgent need for preventive healthcare strategies, the rising importance of mental health awareness in nursing, and how mobile healthcare units can bridge gaps in healthcare access for underserved communities. They also discuss how strategic healthcare funding can support nurse-led solutions and improve patient outcomes. 🔑 Key Takeaways: ✅ Nurses have valuable skills that translate into effective health tech leadership. 📅 Predictive scheduling platforms like In-House Health help solve the nurse staffing crisis. 🧘‍♀️ Supporting nurses’ mental health is essential to reduce burnout and improve retention. 🛡️ Investing in preventive care lowers long-term healthcare costs. 🚐 Mobile health clinics expand access to care in rural and underserved areas. 💼 Nurse-led innovations are key to driving equity and efficiency in healthcare delivery. 💡 Clinical insight is a powerful tool in developing technology for better patient care. 🔗 Whether you're a nurse, health tech founder, or healthcare leader, this episode offers real-world insights on how to bridge the gap between clinical care and innovation. Connect with Sergey:           https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergey-vasilenko/      Learn more about In-House Health:           ⁠https://www.inhouse.health/⁠      📱 Follow Rosa Hart on your favorite social media platform @NurseRosaSpeaks For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.