Pulse Check with Dr. Kimberly Long

Join nurse and healthcare leader Kimberly C. Long as she sits down with top nursing executives to uncover the defining moments that shaped their careers. In each 10-minute episode, guests share the challenges, breakthroughs, and insights that helped them grow as leaders. From inspiring team culture to improving patient care and navigating complex healthcare systems, Kimberly brings out practical lessons and actionable strategies that nursing leaders can apply every day. Whether you’re a seasoned CNO or an emerging leader, these conversations offer a front-row seat to the wisdom and experiences that drive success in nursing leadership.

Guest

Deborah R. Sober

Deborah R. Sober, MSN, MBA, RN
Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer, Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (Montage Health). With over 31 years at the organization—including roles from ICU staff nurse to CNO since 2018—Deborah is a dedicated nurse leader focused on patient safety, nurse support, and community-centered care in a nonprofit hospital setting. She brings deep insights on leadership growth, navigating change (from COVID to unionization), and keeping ego in check to prioritize patients and teams.

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Deborah Sober, MSN, MBA, RN – Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer, Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula