How Winning Nurse.org’s Best of Nursing Awards Opened Doors We Never Imagined (With Melanie Van Sistine, Travius Keandric, Georgina Villarreal and Brandy Pinkerton)
Podcast:Nurse Converse, presented by Nurse.org Published On: Tue Jul 29 2025 Description: In this powerful 30-minute panel episode, Nurse.org brings together four inspiring Best of Nursing Award winners—including your host Melanie, a two-time winner herself—to share how being recognized by their peers has shaped their lives, careers, and businesses.These aren’t just accolades—they’re community-driven honors. Each guest was nominated and selected by thousands of nurses across the country, making the recognition deeply meaningful and unique in the nursing world.Featuring:Melanie Van Sistine – Host, Mel's Crafty Corner, Nurse Founded Business of the YearTravius Keandric – Nurse Content Creator of the YearGeorgina Villarreal – Nurse Wellness Advocate of the YearBrandy Pinkerton – Nurse Mentor of the Year>>Nurse.org Celebrated Our Award-Winning Nurses on the Reds Field—The Trip of a Lifetime!Jump Ahead to Listen: [00:01:32] Best of Nursing Awards.[00:04:34] Nurse health coaching journey.[00:09:03] Entrepreneurial journey in nursing.[00:12:59] Collaboration, connection, community in nursing.[00:16:24] Empowerment through nursing awards.[00:19:39] Legacy in nursing community.[00:21:57] Social media and personal branding.Connect with the hosts on social media:Instagram: Brandy: @travnurse101, @nursementorbrandyGeorgie: @nurse.georgie, @healthxstrongMelanie: @mels.crafty.corner Travius: @traviuskeandric TikTok: Brandy: @travelnurse101 Georgie: @healthxstrongMelanie: @mels.crafty.corner Travius: @traviuskeandric For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org