Ep 59: a Nurse and a Pharmacist take on Pediatric Polypharmacy

Too many meds. Too little guidance. Too much risk.A nurse and a pharmacist break down medication safety for kids and families. In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, I’m joined by Jena Quinn and Lyle Mioduszewski, co-founders of Perfecting Peds, for a powerful conversation on pediatric polypharmacy and medication safety. Dr. Quinn is an expert pediatric pharmacist with more than 14 years of experience in safe medication management and direct patient care. She developed the vision for Perfecting Peds from her deep clinical background, her love for children, and her commitment to optimizing medication profiles for medically complex pediatric patients. She has led and managed clinical consulting programs across diverse care settings and is also a Board-Certified Pediatric Pharmacist. Lyle Mioduszewski brings a blend of clinical nursing as well as healthcare industry experience inform him in leading Perfecting Peds as company president. Together, Jena and Lyle share how a pharmacist-led, team-based approach to pediatric medication management has led to a 44% reduction in hospitalizations, proving that addressing polypharmacy isn’t just good practice - it’s lifesaving work. We explore why pediatric medication management is fundamentally different from adult care, the risks of weight-based dosing errors, gaps in caregiver guidance around over-the-counter medications, and how unified patient records can dramatically improve outcomes. This episode also highlights the evolving role of pharmacists as providers and what’s possible when clinical expertise and business strategy come together with purpose. Why You Should Listen If you care about pediatric safety, medication errors, or smarter, more collaborative healthcare models, this conversation will change how you think about medications in kids. Learn more at PerfectingPeds.com Connect with Jena Quinn on LinkedIN Connect with Lyle Mioduszewski on LinkedIN ---- This podcast is designed for: ✔️ Nurses at every career stage ✔️ Healthcare professionals & executives ✔️ Innovators, founders & system leaders ✔️ Anyone interested in improving healthcare in meaningful, human-centered ways 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY EPISODES New episodes explore: Nursing leadership • Brain health • Stroke recovery • Health innovation • AI in healthcare • Advocacy • Media literacy • Professional voice 👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future conversations. 🧠 ABOUT NURSE ROSA’S INSIGHTS Nurse Rosa’s INsights is a nurse-led podcast amplifying credible, compassionate voices in healthcare. Each episode bridges clinical expertise with real-world impact, helping listeners think differently, communicate clearly, and advocate boldly. Hosted by Rosa Hart, RN, nurse media consultant, podcast host, and healthcare advocate. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ROSA 🌐 Website: www.nurserosaspeaks.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & all major platforms Find her book, "Speak Up, Start Now" on Amazon Kindle & Audible