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Introducing a New CTSNet Podcast, The Lifeline!

Join host and nurse educator Jill Ley as she collaborates with intensive care specialists to share expert insights into the rapid and effective management of critically ill cardiac surgical patients. Each monthly episode delves into topics ranging from hemodynamics to ventilation and pharmacology, providing invaluable support for healthcare providers navigating challenging ICU situations.
Don’t miss the premiere episode coming this March 2026. Episode one, titled “End-Tidal Carbon Dioxide Monitoring in Cardiac Surgical Emergencies,” features Jill Ley and expert guest Barbara McLean, Critical Care CNS at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Together, they explore the bedside interpretation of EtCO2 values for rapid, noninvasive cardiopulmonary evaluation during acute decompensation. Through case studies, they’ll simplify the understanding of this important monitoring modality, empowering accurate and timely clinical assessments in complex emergencies.
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