The Culture Shifters

Lisha & Kim

Real stories of courage, calling, and change. The Culture Shifters brings together nurses and healthcare leaders who are transforming the culture of care across borders and through the moments that matter most. Hosted by Lisha Crytzer and Kim England, co-founders of NurseMatch, who for over 25 years have served this community playing a small part in helping nurses realize their dreams and hospital leaders build sustainable cultures.

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S7 · E16
November 3 · 23 min
From Ontario to Naples, Florida: Why a Canadian OR Nurse Said Yes to the Move
Rochelle had a solid community, 10 years of nursing experience, and every reason to stay in Ontario. But two of her best friends had already crossed the border, and the question wouldn't leave her alone: what if she tried? Two and a half years later, she's in Naples, Florida, working in the OR, walking her dog without a winter coat, and learning to read the room in a system that runs on charges, access, and a very different kind of directness. The transition came with its challenges, from moments of doubt to proving herself to a new team. She also learned firsthand how different it feels to start over, even when you've done your research and planned ahead. This is a conversation about calculated risk, the courage it takes to begin again, and how the opportunities that change your life can start with a question you can't seem to shake. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:43] What Inspired Rochelle to Move [00:07:21] Job Fairs and Networking [00:10:15] Life in Naples [00:11:02] The Financial Reality [00:13:28] Surprises in U.S. Hospitals [00:14:46] Misconceptions About U.S. Nursing [00:18:50] Adapting to Two Healthcare Systems [00:22:20] The Green Card Process Memorable Quotes: "I pretty much feel like I'm on vacation all the time. But I just have to go to work once in a while." [00:10:56] – Rochelle "I would say that you're not a tree. You're allowed to move around, you're allowed to plant yourself somewhere else, and if it works and if it doesn't, it doesn't, like you won't know unless you try." [00:21:03] – Rochelle Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E15
October 27 · 20 min
Contract Labor Couldn’t Fix It: How Canadian Nurses Stabilized a Fort Wayne Telemetry Unit
Donna has spent 15 years at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, including 10 years in nurse recruitment. When COVID hit, one of her telemetry units was left with just one or two permanent employees, while the rest of the team relied on contract labor. Turnover was relentless, and the unit’s culture was fractured. Something had to change. She began recruiting experienced Canadian nurses, building relationships that took three months instead of the two-week hiring process she was accustomed to. The approach required senior leadership buy-in, consistent communication, and a willingness to sell a city without mountains or beaches. Today, that same telemetry unit has five NurseMatch hires. Both the director and manager independently shared the same feedback with Donna: these nurses had become the stabilizing force the unit needed. This conversation explores the realities of recruiting across borders, the value of investing in long-term relationships, and how a recruiter in the Midwest learned to connect nurses with something deeper than a job offer. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:03:22] Why Experienced Nurses Matter [00:04:06] Recruiting Canadian Nurses [00:08:37] In-Person Hiring Events [00:10:19] The Telemetry Unit Transformation [00:12:47] Supporting Nurses Through the Transition [00:15:41] Preparing Hospitals for Cross-Border Hiring [00:18:32] The Meaning Behind the Work Memorable Quotes: "Both the director and the manager, I don't think they even spoke to each other, but they both shared with me the same story: that the NurseMatch nurses have become the stabilizing force or factor to where her unit is today." [00:10:00] – Donna "Hiring the Canadian nurses, it's been one of the best hiring strategies for Lutheran and community health systems for our workforce because they come with experience, they have strong work ethic, and truthfully, they've just been a great addition to our hospital." [00:13:49] – Donna Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E14
October 20 · 26 min
From Alberta to California: Why a 19-Year Nurse Started Over
Ivy spent 19 years building seniority in Alberta, with a plan to retire there. Her husband was Canadian and felt settled in the life they had built. But one December visit to California changed the trajectory of everything. This is a story about starting over when you’ve already established a career and a life. About studying for an exam you haven’t touched in decades. About convincing your family to leave the familiar behind and consider a new possibility. And about discovering how control and freedom can take on entirely new meanings when life takes an unexpected turn. Ivy talks about the documents, the doubts, the three U-Haul trips, and the moment her sons said they never wanted to go back. She also shares what Canadian nurses often misunderstand about working in the U.S., what she wishes she’d known sooner, and how excitement helped her push through every difficult step of the journey. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [05:20:00] The California Visit That Changed Everything [12:30:00] Taking the NCLEX Decades Later [14:32:00] Her Son’s Reaction to the Move [15:38:00] Moving a Family Across Borders [24:13:00] Advice for Nurses Considering the Move Memorable Quotes: "In my day-to-day life, actually, I feel like I have more control. Because you only work three days in a week. The other four days, if you want to go travel here, visit this place, that's fine." [00:18:40] – Ivy "I have no regrets. And I would say that basically I'm happy where I'm at... You have a lot of control and freedom. And if you want to work your way to make a lot of money, go for it. You can." [00:23:56] – Ivy Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E13
October 13 · 26 min
Four Years, Three Countries, One Green Card: A Nurse’s Path to Florida
Camelia came to Florida alone. Two kids, two dogs, a divorce in motion, and a dream she'd been carrying for seven years. She passed Sarasota Memorial Hospital once and told everyone in the car, " One day I'm going to work here.” They laughed. Four years later, she's holding a green card she wasn't sure would ever come. The interview was unexpected, since EB-3 visas rarely require one. But Camelia’s background was complicated: three names, three countries, and a paper trail that needed explaining. She showed up with a binder, tabs organized, originals and photocopies, dressed like she meant it. This is a story about patience when you're running out of it. About building community when you arrive with none. And about what it takes to stay in the profession for 20 years with your sense of purpose intact, even when the system puts you to the test. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:06:01] Preparing for the Immigration Interview [00:09:16] What to Expect at USCIS [00:10:11] Why a Lawyer Matters [00:12:34] How NurseMatch Made a Difference [00:17:12] Getting Out of the Rut [00:21:41] U.S. Work Misconceptions [00:23:20] Building Community [00:24:28] Advice for Nurses Considering the Move Memorable Quotes: "It's so worth the wait. It's so worth the time. The pay is so much better here. The lifestyle is so much better, even by yourself. It's beautiful. You wake up in the morning, and you see the sun." [00:17:27] – Camelia "I always think you learn through lived experience. Don't listen to what other people say. Do you." [00:22:55] – Camelia Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E12
October 6 · 22 min
When Recruiting Becomes Culture Building: 23 Years Inside One Magnet Hospital
Ellie Koch has spent 23 years recruiting for the same hospital. Her long tenure reflects the culture Eisenhower Health has built, one where people genuinely want to stay and grow. In this conversation, Ellie walks through the shift from chaos to clarity post-COVID, the tension between hiring for skill and hiring for cultural alignment, and why the best recruitment strategy starts with understanding how people want to grow. She shares what it takes to earn and maintain Magnet recognition, why being the only not-for-profit hospital in the Coachella Valley matters, and how recruitment has become less about transactions and more about shepherding the very beginning of what’s to come. Her story offers a closer look at what happens when a hospital treats culture as a foundation for growth and recruitment as an opportunity to shape the future of its people and organization. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:02:40] Cincinnati to Coachella Valley [00:05:31] Recruitment and culture [00:09:55] Growth and clinical ladders [00:12:00] Skills vs. cultural alignment [00:16:08] Post-COVID recruitment Memorable Quotes: "Recruiting really is about meeting and talking to very talented people and helping them find great opportunities within an amazing organization." [00:04:45] – Ellie Koch "I think nurses are looking for a home. They're looking for culture fit. I think that culture is a big currency right now." [00:16:14] – Ellie Koch Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E11
September 30 · 25 min
From Bedside Nurse to RN Supervisor: One Canadian's Leap to California
Abhishek Gupte didn't plan to leave Canada. He talked about it in passing, the way people do when they're not quite ready to commit. Then a colleague mentioned NurseMatch at work, and suddenly the abstract became real. One conference later, he was packing for California.Now, a year into his role as an RN Supervisor at Eisenhower Medical Center, Abby reflects on what it actually takes to build a life in a new country while your fiancée waits back home. He talks about the awkwardness of starting over, the relief of feeling supported, and the strange luxury of working in a system designed for you to grow instead of just survive. For him, the move was about recognizing the right moment and having the guts to say yes.For nurses wondering if relocation is worth the risk, Abhishek’s answer is clear: you don't know if it's good for you unless you try it.Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction[00:05:10] Getting the California License[00:10:22] Finding Community[00:13:45] Palm Springs vs. Ontario[00:15:30] Financial Security & Homeownership[00:18:41] A Supportive System[00:21:15] Canadian Nurses’ U.S. Healthcare Misconception[00:23:49] Abhishek’s Biggest LessonMemorable Quotes:"I feel like I’m being spoiled because I'm so used to doing many multiple tasks in my role. Here you have people that can support you in those little minor roles that gives you freedom to do your main role." [00:13:38] – Abhishek Gupte"You don't know if it's good for you unless you try it." [00:24:30] – Abhishek Gupte Connect with us:Website: https://nursematch.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.matchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatchProduced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E20
September 22 · 30 min
From Toronto to the Transplant Team: One Filipino Nurse's 9-Year Path to UVA
Malou Docto spent nine years in Canada working below her potential, watching her nursing license gather dust while she struggled through a system that wouldn't let her practice. She had the education, the drive, and the dream, but not the pathway. Until her husband asked one question: Are you happy doing this? Today, Malou is a member of the liver transplant team at UVA Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. She works with robots, scrubs in on complex cases, and recently presented to over 100 nurses on breast specimen protocols. She's also building her parents' dream house back in the Philippines. But none of it came without fear, sacrifice, or a willingness to leave everything familiar behind. This is a story about what happens when you stop waiting for permission and start trusting the timing. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [05:09:00] Fear of Living Alone [09:29:00] Settling Into Charlottesville [11:43:00] Waiting for Her Husband [13:44:00] Finding Filipino Community [19:03:00] NurseMatch's Culture of Care [20:54:00] Working With Robots [25:26:00] CNOR & Clinical Level 3 [30:05:00] Take the Leap of Faith Memorable Quotes: "One time, one of my co-workers said, why did we wait so long to come to the U.S.? And I said, probably because we haven't heard of NurseMatch." [00:15:03] – Malou Docto "I think we just have to take that leap of faith. That's all we can do because we can never know what's on the other side of the fence if you don't go there." [00:27:44] – Malou Docto Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E9
September 15 · 23 min
From Leadership Back to the Bedside: Why One Nurse Left Everything Familiar
Natallie Gallier made a promise to her three-year-old son: if he moved to the United States to play D1 basketball, she'd follow. Twenty years later, after building a 26-year nursing career in Toronto, she finally did. The move became a chance to return to the work she loved, reconnect with the faith she’d rediscovered, and pursue a life she couldn’t build where she was. In this episode, Natallie talks about what it took to leave a leadership role and return to critical care, the financial and cultural surprises of nursing in Texas, and the moment at her mother's grave when she knew she was supposed to go. She also shares what happened when her paperwork fell through at the airport, why she ugly-cried to her recruiter on a Saturday, and how a headstone became a sign. This is a story about timing, faith, and what it means to choose yourself after decades of choosing everyone else. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:58] Why Natallie Left Canada [00:03:18] Baptized Before Her Interview [00:04:46] Meeting Her Husband [00:06:59] When Snow Shut Down Texas [00:08:11] The Cost of Moving to the U.S. [00:11:22] The Shock of U.S. Healthcare [00:14:39] Canadian vs. U.S. Critical Care [00:16:40] The Truth About U.S. Nurse Pay [00:17:58] Returning to Bedside Nursing [00:19:38] Praying With Patients [00:20:11] The Paperwork Delay and Ugly Cry [00:21:38] The Headstone Sign [00:22:23] Delay Is Not Denial Memorable Quotes: "I said to my pastor, I was like, this is my purpose. This is me going to be able to nurse and take care of people in their most vulnerable states in their lives." [00:04:11] – Natallie Gallier "Delay is not a denial. Delay is definitely not a denial." [00:20:58] – Natallie Gallier Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E8
September 9 · 27 min
The Nurse Who Traded Coffee Breaks for Cardiac Care Across Borders
Mussie Tekle left a comfortable nursing career in Canada for something harder, something uncertain, and something driven by love. He traded mandatory coffee breaks and paper charting for four-to-six patient ratios, electronic records he'd never seen before, and a healthcare system that stretched him in ways he didn't expect. But Fort Wayne, Indiana surprised him. The people, the pace, the faith-based community he didn't know he'd find. And Lutheran Hospital gave him something he hadn't anticipated: the chance to grow, to advance, and to build a life that includes a new home, a baby girl on the way, and a nursing career that finally feels like it's moving forward. This is a story about resilience, adaptation, and what happens when you say yes to the unknown. Mussie talks about the overwhelm, the breakthroughs, and the moments that made him realize he was exactly where he needed to be. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction[00:03:45] Why Mussie Moved to the U.S. [00:06:12] Relocating to Fort Wayne [00:10:17] Patient Ratios & Adapting [00:14:28] The Coffee Break That Never Came [00:17:46] Financial Stability & Fatherhood [00:19:54] NurseMatch & Faith-Based Support [00:24:36] Advice for Nurses Considering the U.S. Memorable Quotes: "I just need to let everyone know that you do not need to come here with that idea or that perspective, it's going to be easier. It's not, but it gets better with time." [00:10:56] – Mussie Tekle "NurseMatch is not just an agency that just brings one person, like a person to their location for work and then they wash their hands. No, NurseMatch not only, brings you to that place, they help create that environment where you can still go back to them." [00:21:25] – Mussie Tekle Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E7
September 2 · 23 min
From Toronto ICU to California Freedom: A Nurse's Cross-Border Bet
Van Agno and his wife were both working full-time in Toronto, crunching wedding numbers, and facing a hard truth: even with multiple jobs, they'd be house poor the moment they bought property. So, he took a calculated risk. A short travel contract in Tampa. A two-year commitment in Naples. And now, a new chapter in California where one income supports what two couldn't back home. This isn't a story about chasing the American dream, but about a nurse who wanted career pathways that didn't exist in Canada, procedures he'd never heard of until he crossed the border, and the autonomy to practice at a level that felt impossible under a different system. Van talks about Watchman devices, EVDs, higher acuity with more resources, and what it's like when your spouse can't work for two years while you build a life in limbo. He's still asking himself if he made the right call. But he and his wife treat it like a long vacation, and so far, they're not looking back. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:41] Why Van Chose the U.S. [00:02:21] Life in Toronto [00:03:08] Researching the Move [00:05:10] The Visa Process [00:10:28] U.S. Hospital Surprises [00:14:08] Patient Ratios in the U.S. [00:15:47] Career Growth in the U.S. [00:17:16] Workplace Culture & Misconceptions [00:19:59] Working with NurseMatch [00:21:56] Advice for Nurses Considering the Move Memorable Quotes: "There's a lot more availability of services in terms of options for surgery, and it's much more advanced." [00:10:18] – Van Agno "One of the reasons why we did the move is that eventually, once I get my PR, then I can advance more in the career. I can be a nurse anesthetist." [00:15:57] – Van Agno Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E5
August 18 · 15 min
Minus 31 Degrees & Missing the Bedside: A Nurse Ready for Her American Dream
Ann Ocampo has been a nurse since 2003. She started as a live-in caregiver in Canada, worked her way up to LPN, then RN, and now serves as a clinical director of infection prevention and control. She's built a career, raised her kids, and survived Toronto winters that hit minus 31. But for four years, she's been stuck between staying and going. Her friends are already in the U.S. They tell her the same thing: their only regret is not moving sooner. Her family is there. The opportunities are there. The work-life balance is there. But so are the fears. The headlines. The unknowns. The immigration issues that almost derailed everything. And then there's the agency that didn't give up on her when it would have been easier to move on. This is a conversation about what it takes to finally decide. Not just to relocate, but to trust the process, empty yourself out, and take the leap when everything you've built is on the line. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:34] Why Canadian nurses consider the U.S. [00:02:34] The moment everything changes [00:03:34] Ann’s role in infection prevention [00:04:18] Why she’s drawn to the U.S. [00:05:08] Fears about the move [00:06:24] Why Ann chose Nurse Match [00:08:42] How Nurse Match supported Ann [00:10:15] Returning to bedside nursing [00:11:48] Her five-year vision [00:13:12] Advice for nurses considering the move Memorable Quotes: "If you're a nurse and if you say, ‘Oh, I know everything,’ I think that's the stop of your learning. You really have to empty yourself out in order for you to learn new things." [00:11:31] – Ann Ocampo "To all nurses thinking about moving to U.S., if you decide to take this step, choose an agency that will truly stand by you." [00:12:28] – Ann Ocampo Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E4
August 11 · 20 min
Why One Canadian Nurse Stopped Feeling Pre-Shift Anxiety
Megan Swidley was making less on paper. Dollar for dollar, the U.S. offer looked like a pay cut. But when she factored in what she could actually keep, what she could save, and what kind of life she could build, the math changed completely. This is the story of a psychiatric nurse who spent 11 years in Canada's system, loved her specialty, but couldn't escape the pre-shift anxiety or the financial strain. After attending a NurseMatch hiring fair in Toronto with her husband by her side, she made a decision that would take her from Alberta to the Texas coast, from emergency psych overload to a structured inpatient role where she finally feels supported. Megan talks about the visa process, the border crossing with a rabbit and a bird (spoiler: only one made it), the green card waiting game, and what it's really like to work in U.S. healthcare when you've been told your whole career it's all about profit. She also shares the one thing every nurse can do this week to shift the culture wherever they are. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [01:14:00] Megan's nursing journey [02:16:00] The Toronto hiring fair [03:04:00] What financial freedom meant [03:52:00] Psychiatric nursing in the U.S. [04:30:00] U.S. healthcare myths [05:56:00] Why employer values matter [06:41:00] Canada vs. Texas living costs [08:08:00] Earning more by making less [09:26:00] The TN visa experience [10:32:00] The bird that stayed behind [11:22:00] The green card journey [12:42:00] Support from the immigration team [13:43:00] Being "the Canadian" [14:24:00] Life without pre-shift anxiety [16:20:00] Overcoming imposter syndrome [17:19:00] Advice for nurses [18:41:00] What poisons workplace culture Memorable Quotes: "I'm able to live comfortably on my income, plus save for the future. Being able to buy a house, there's land for sale that's actually affordable. When you look at my wage, dollar for dollar sort of, I'm technically making less in the U.S., but what I take home is more." [00:06:56] – Megan Swidley "Since I came down here and started with Ocean, I'm not feeling that pre-shift anxiety." [00:14:17] – Megan Swidley Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E3
August 4 · 22 min
Why 97% of These Nurses Stay: The Canadian Recruitment Model Hospitals Are Missing
Most hospitals are still playing the same staffing game: agency rotations, transactional recruiting, and constant turnover. But there's a pool of experienced, grateful, ready-to-go nurses just across the border that most U.S. hospitals have never tapped into. Lisha Crytzer and Kim England, co-founders of NurseMatch, break down the Canadian nurse recruitment model they've been running for 25 years. They talk retention rates that hit 97%, the simplicity of the TN Visa, and why these nurses show up with something most hospitals are starving for: an attitude of gratitude and a commitment to stay. If you're expanding, struggling with agency dependency, or just tired of the churn, this episode lays out a strategy that's working while everyone else is still scrambling. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:03:33] Canadian vs. international recruitment [00:04:43] How the TN Visa works [00:06:10] Green card pathways & retention [00:09:20] Why these nurses stand out [00:10:39] 97% nurse retention rate [00:11:28] Accessing experienced nurses [00:14:00] After the job offer [00:16:39] Nurse start timeline [00:18:05] Why culture matters in recruitment Memorable Quotes: "These nurses are so very grateful for the opportunity that you're giving them. It literally impacts the attitude they bring to work." [00:09:04] – Lisha Crytzer "Our retention with our hospitals is sitting at 97 percent. That's unheard of in our industry, and it's because they are looking to stay." [00:11:10] – Kim England Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E2
July 28 · 22 min
Why Canadian Nurses Are Choosing the U.S. (And What Hospitals Need to Know)
For 25 years, the same four factors have quietly shaped one of healthcare's most consistent patterns. Canadian nurses aren't just chasing higher pay. They're chasing something deeper: career ladders that don't take decades to climb, education they don't have to fund themselves, and the ability to own a home without reapplying for their mortgage every five years. Lisha Crytzer and Kim England, co-founders of NurseMatch, pull back the curtain on what actually drives nurses across the border. This isn't about which system is better, but about choice, stability, and the kind of opportunity that changes not just a career, but a life. If you're a hospital leader wondering why your Canadian hires stay, or a nurse weighing whether the move is worth it, this episode gives you the unfiltered truth. This is more than two decades of pattern recognition and hundreds of stories that all point to the same thing: when nurses feel seen, supported, and given room to grow, they don't just survive. They shift the culture around them. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:32] Hospitals & Canadian Nurses [00:02:18] No Perfect Healthcare System [00:03:12] U.S. Career Opportunities [00:03:48] Faster Path to Leadership [00:05:12] Education & Certifications [00:07:10] Financial Opportunities [00:08:14] Beyond the Paycheck [00:10:27] Working Multiple Jobs [00:11:27] Rotating Shift Challenges [00:12:49] Lifestyle & Weather [00:14:09] Homeownership in the U.S. [00:16:27] Green Card Sponsorship [00:17:51] Switching Specialties [00:19:14] Top U.S. Locations Memorable Quotes: "If you're solely want to come to the United States just to make more money, I would say you just need to stay put. Just because I just don't think the financial advantage is that significant." [00:09:01] – Lisha Crytzer "I know a lot of our nurses are even working rotating shifts, which I know just from visiting with them, that just the struggles they have physically, one week working days, the next week, working nights." [00:11:32] – Kim England Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
S1 · E1
July 28 · 24 min
25 Years: The Origin Story of NurseMatch
Lisha Crytzer and Kim England each put $200 into a bank account and bet on something most people thought was crazy. But long before that moment, a series of unexpected events changed the course of both their lives. This is the origin story of NurseMatch, told by two women who've been business partners for over 25 years. It's about a nurse in a pink dress who said the quiet part out loud. It's about career fairs that don't work, Canadian nurses who do, and a faith-based model built on relationship over resume. And it's about what happens when you refuse to let a nurse's spark fade on a desk. If you've ever wondered what it takes to build something that lasts, or why some recruitment feels different, this is where it starts. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [04:06:00] How Lisha and Kim Met [06:52:00] The Oklahoma City Bombing Story [08:30:00] Entering Hospital HR [12:07:00] The Pink Dress Inspiration [16:30:00] Exclusive Nurse Recruitment Events [17:14:00] The 2020 Pivot [22:31:00] Faith-Driven Recruiting Memorable Quotes: "Career fairs, you walk by, you exchange your resume, and you move on. But to be able to sit down for 20 to 30 minutes and make a connection and find out what they're looking for, let them ask questions. You just take the relationship to a whole nother level." [00:13:52] – Lisha Crytzer "I can't tell you how many times we've had the honor of praying over the phone with these nurses and even the girls that work for us have that opportunity. And that just takes that relationship to a deeper level." [00:20:23] – Kim England Connect with us: Website: https://nursematch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.match Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurseMatchCareers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ce-health-careers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurseMatch Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
July 28 · 1 min
Welcome to The Culture Shifters Podcast!
The Culture Shifters is a podcast that celebrates the people redefining what it means to care. Through honest conversations and inspiring stories, hosts Lisha Crytzer and Kim England, co-founders of NurseMatch, spotlight nurses, healthcare leaders, and changemakers who are transforming the culture of care across borders and in the moments that matter most. With more than 25 years of serving the healthcare community, Lisha and Kim have helped nurses pursue their dreams while partnering with hospital leaders to build stronger, more sustainable cultures of care. Each episode explores stories of courage, purpose, leadership, and innovation from those creating meaningful change in healthcare. Whether you're a nurse, healthcare professional, leader, or someone passionate about making a difference, The Culture Shifters offers conversations that inspire, challenge, and remind us that lasting change begins with people who are willing to lead with heart.

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