Interview with Spencer Jones, Nurse Innovator of The Year Award Recipient
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Spencer Jones, a nurse innovator who was recently voted by thousands of nurses as Nurse.org’s Nurse Innovator of the Year. Spencer is a nurse entrepreneur and the inventor of SafeBreak Vascular, a patented breakaway device for IV catheters that reduces IV complications and preserves IV catheters. His second vascular access invention called BVAD is a dual-lumen peripheral IV catheter that provides patients a pain-free blood sampling solution to eliminate painful needlesticks and finger pricks. Spencer is currently the Chief Technology Officer and VP of Sales at Lapovations, a laparoscopic medical device company.
During the interview, Jones discusses his background in nursing, his experience working in various healthcare settings, and the challenges he faced while developing his innovative product. He also shares his insights on the importance of collaboration and teamwork in healthcare, as well as the role of technology in improving patient outcomes.
Throughout the episode, Jones’s passion for nursing and dedication to improving healthcare shines through, and listeners are sure to come away inspired and motivated to make a difference in their own communities. Whether you are a healthcare professional or simply interested in learning more about innovation in healthcare, this episode is a must-listen.
