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A news and education podcast for Australian Nurses, working together towards a healthier Australia. Proudly presented by APNA, the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association.

APNA - The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association


    • May 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Ep. 86 FLORENCE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 32:21


    This episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:15) Workforce under strain, NP prescribing green-lit, and Rural nurse housing subsidy.  Seg 1 (04:45) Meet Florence Discover Florence, the free app making CPD easy for nurses! Prue Baum from APNA explains how it helps you track everything you learn on the go. Seg 2: (18:20) Expanding your Scope of Practice Ready for rural nursing? Nurse Jess shares her takeaways from a 5-day course that helps you broaden your scope and thrive in remote roles! Handy Links:  FLORENCE App by APNA Festival of Nursing - grab your tickets NOW  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    BONUS: Working with Medicinal Cannabis - full interview with Matt from WA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 28:26


    Last episode Leith spoke with Matt about his experience working at a Medical Cannabis Facility in WA. Matt is also a medicinal cannabis user himself and is studying counselling. As promised, here is the extended interview. Enjoy, and see you next week for our May episode! Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep. 84 CANNABIS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 55:18


    We're diving into medicinal cannabis—how it works, who it helps, and the role nurses are playing. Serving 3 perspectives, featuring expert insights, patient stories, and behind-the-scenes at a cannabis facility, this episode unpacks a fast-evolving area of healthcare.   The Episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:36) Major psych clinic shutdown, global health security risk and public health ciggy raids. Perspective 1: (05:27) The Nurse: Debbie  Perspective 2: (22:08) The Patient & Farmer: Matt Perspective 3: (38:04) The Doctor: Dr. Jim Handy Links: HeyDay Medical (Dr. Jim's Clinic) The Australian Cannabis Nurses Association (ACNA)  FLORENCE App by APNA   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep. 83 The Slammer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 28:05


    In this episode of Nursing Australia - The Slammer: The latest Nursing Australia News (04:26) Ozempic for alcoholism, nursing assistant $100,000 fraud, and foreign nurse fast-track. Seg 1 Kellie & Di - Prison Nurses (07:38)  Behind bars, beyond duty—meet Kellie & Di, two Aussie prison nurses making a difference.

    Ep. 82 Overprescribed & The Dementia Dilemma

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 24:34


    In this episode of the Nursing Australia podcast: MAJOR gaps in dementia training among health professionals, as well as lack of general knowledge among the general population;  PLUS: Did you know 1 in 4 Australians over 65 are prescribed antidepressants (compared with 1 in 7 from the average Australia population); and of course, the latest healthcare news. The latest Nursing Australia News  (02:05): Broken heart patches, bacterial pricks, and Ebola claims a nurses' life. The Dementia Dilemma (03:45): Globally, dementia is on the rise and yet there are still so many misconceptions about this disease. Kristie Tiernan, works for Dementia Training Australia (DTA). She has personally experienced the impact of dementia after her grandfather was diagnosed  & she is passionate about addressing the gaps in training and education when it comes to dementia & types of dementia. Overprescribed (13:50): Latest data from the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare shows people over 65 are disproportionally prescribed anti-depressants...Why is this happening, what harm could this be causing, and how can we break this cycle? Matt catches up with Dr Kate Annear to discuss. Dr Kate Annear, Medical Advisor for Quality use of Medicines Alliance  Want to learn more (boost your CPD)?Antidepressants decision aidDeprescribing planNavigating the grey – a holistic approach to mental health in later life – Free webinar 1 hour CPD More handy Links: Submit your Abstract for The Festival of Nursing 2025: Keeping People Well and Out of Hospital  Discover more: Dementia Training Australia  Primary Health Care Nurses Day 2025 - Get Involved!  The Festival of Nursing 2025 - coming to Brisbane this July  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Click here to get in touch with Nursing AustralClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    The Graduate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 11:28


    The Faces of Nursing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 30:59


    In this episode of the Nursing Australia podcast, get ready for a groundbreaking new campaign called 'Treating the Whole Person' which set to change everything you thought you knew about primary care. Meet the nurses championing this message. Plus, vaping is on the rise the startling latest stats - here's how you can help.  The latest Nursing Australia News  (03:00): Endometriosis sufferers windfall, Aged Care staffing knife-fight, disrupted sleep under scrutiny, and APNA Nurse Awards 2024 winners revealed.  Not Just the Hole in the Patient (05:50): Meet the faces behind the Treating the Whole Person campaign, the new faces of nursing in Australia Shreya, John & Renee. VAPE ME! (21:36): Vape reform - vaping is on the rise with startling statistics to prove it. Quit Centre has developed online training aimed at equipping health professionals with skills, confidence and knowledge to provide cessation care. Visit Quit Centre to discover more on vaping cessation     Handy Links: Meet the faces behind the Treating the Whole Person campaign  Primary Health Care Nurses Day 2025 - Get Involved!  Join APNA today     Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanythingHosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine FullagarProduced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St LedgerMusic from Adobe & PixabayClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 76. Taboo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 23:46


    In this episode of the Nursing Australia podcast, we aren't shying away from the TABOO as we investigate Australia's herpes stigma and dive headfirst into the subject of death and dying, as we navigate palliative care. Plus, in the latest healthcare news: gaping health gaps, midwives jump ship, and mid-life binging. This episode is brought to you by RACGP HEALTHY HABITS  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:39): Gaping health gaps, midwives jump ship, and mid-life binging. The Herpes Stigma (05:32): Deep dive into the herpes stigma, let's normalize the conversation. Nursing Australia welcome's RN Jess Tully to the team. 'Navigating Palliative Care (13:30): Talking death & dying and navigating palliative care. What is it? How do we interpret it? Are we hesitant?   Handy Links:  RACGP HEALTHY HABITS  Use coupon APNA2024 to save on professional education with HEALTHCERT  MEDCAST education for Nurses    Join APNA today     Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 75. Shots, Skin & Scope: Eczema, Vaccines & Aesthetics Mastery

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 37:59


    In this October episode, we look into Australia's current vaccine rates; career mentoring, education, and scope of practice in aesthetics medicine; and... effective treatments for eczema. Gain unique insights from those navigating these spaces. Plus, all the latest healthcare news headlines. The latest Nursing Australia News (03:35): Deadly viral outbreak, psych prescription spike, Aussie Asthma hotspots, and vape ban repealed. Australia's Chief Nurse on Vaccines (06:56) These past few years in Australia, we've certainly seen a lot more discourse around the mistrust in vaccine use. Alison McMillan, Australia's Chief Nursing & Midwifery Officer joined Nursing Australia to discuss. Expanding your Scope: Inside Aesthetics Nursing (14:15) Kelly Beasy is a Nurse Practitioner working in aesthetics. Her clinic focuses on skin health, anti-ageing medicine and women's health. Kelly spoke to APNA's Suzanne Blackeby about building a supportive network (including mentors), developing a solid foundation of clinical education and the importance of scope of practice. Eczema (28:04) People suffering from eczema can encounter sleep disturbance, financial loss, low self-esteem, and even mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Dr Kate Annear joins the show to chat about effective treatments available for this chronic skin condition and *clears up* misinformation which is currently out there around eczema treatments.  Handy Links:  Use coupon APNA2024 to save on professional education with HEALTHCERT  MEDCAST education for Nurses    Join APNA today     Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 74. The Organ

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 40:32


    In the latest installment of the podcast, we dissect three (3) key perspectives on organ donation & transplant: the patient, the family, and the health professional. Gain unique insights from those navigating this complex space. Plus, all the latest healthcare news headlines.  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:22):   1. The Recipient (05:25)   2. The Donor Family (18:15)  3. The Donor Specialist Nurse (24:25)   Handy Links:  Join APNA today     Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger, Mitch Wall & Katherine Fullagar Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 73. When Nurses Break the Rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 53:43


    Dive into the jaw-dropping saga of a once-trusted nurse who spiraled into controversy, leading to a shocking ban from practice. Discover the untold story in this must-hear episode of the Nursing Australia podcast. What happened? Find out now!

    Ep 72. Bear-y Brave: Organ Plushies & Remote Nursing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 26:30


    Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Line up for the freshest serve of Australia's fave nursing pod. In this episode we promote organ donation & transplants; and discover a fascinating perspective from inside the world of Remote Area Nursing.   The latest Nursing Australia News (02:22): International M-Pox alert, fake skinny jabs, and Aussie viral boom.  Body Buddies: Plushy Organs (05:13): Step inside the charming world of a plushie enterprise that's revolutionising health education. Imagine learning about your organs and their functions through adorable, soft, and cuddly plush toys. We'll explore how this innovative company is using plush organs to teach both kids and adults about their bodies in a fun and engaging way.  A RAN's Perspective (14:26): Meet Kate, a Remote Area Nurse (RAN) living on country and delivering healthcare in the furthest corners of this land called Oz.   Handy Links:  The Essential Health Summit 2024   Join APNA today   Check out BodyBuddies   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Walk this Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 46:15


    The 71st episode of Nursing Australia explores the vital connection between physical exercise and health for you and your clients, debunk HPV testing self-collection myths, and hear an awe-inspiring story of a nurse who went above and beyond. The latest Nursing Australia News (02:26): Tasmanian hospital under fire, NSW GP access causing ED strain, date rape drug alarm, and M-pox re-emerges.  Segment 1 (05:30) Get Walking  Segment 2 (16:38) Janeece's Story  Segment 3 (31:41) Debunking HPV Self-Collection Testing  Handy Links:  Get Walking with the Heart Foundation   The Essential Health Summit 2024   Join APNA today using PROMO CODE EOFY24   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Sponsor: Health Professionals Bank  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep. 70 Jubilee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 29:04


    The 70th episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:00): Nurse embroiled in mercy killing trial, Spinal cord stimulator debacle, and midwife disqualified.  Segment 1 John's Story (05:31):  Meet John Wright, an RN working for Tasmania's Karadi Aboriginal Corporation. This is his amazing nursing story. Segment 2 Hepatitis (15:23):   Australia is leading the world in reaching the goal of eliminating hepatitis C as a public health threat by 2030. To make this happen, we need more general practitioners (GPs) and authorised nurse practitioners to treat hepatitis C and more primary care practices to prioritise hepatitis C within their busy clinics. What do you need to know? Handy Links: Money in May (apna.asn.au)   HPV Webinar Registration   The Essential Health Summit 2024   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Sponsor: Health Professionals Bank   Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 69. Beyond the Bedside

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 33:56


    The 69th episode of Nursing Australia 'Beyond the Bedside' presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:00): Copycat Ozempic, Nurses target Australia, and The Black Death rears its head Segment 1: Beyond the Beside (03:35): exploring non-conventional career pathways in nursing. We sat down with Kate from Sonic Health Plus to discover alternative ways you can utilise a nursing or healthcare qualification.   Segment 2: Nataly's Story (16:09): Nataly Tormey is a nurse, care researcher, and designer. This year she has decided to hit the road with her two daughters, working for herself as well as driving her own self-led and self-funded project researching communities around Australia and eventually the world.  Handy Links:  Sonic Health Plus Careers   Join APNA as a member    The Essential Health Summit 2024   SHARING KNOWLEDGE ABOUT IMMUNISATION (SKAI)    Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Sponsor: Health Professionals Bank  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 68. Nurse Hamish

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 31:33


    The 68th episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:45) Aged Care regulator under fire, Ross River surge, and peri-natal depression figures on the rise. Segment 1 (05:04) Nurse Hamish Part nurse, part performing artist, part social media phenomena Hamish Briggs, who goes by moniker Nurse Hamish on TikTok joins Nursing Australia to share his story. From country boy to global influencer, Hamish leaped from a career as a professional dancer to Registered Nurse. Segment 2: (21:13) The Essential Health Summit 2024  is finally here and is looking for you! Immerse yourself in the vibrant synergy of energy, connection, learning, and enjoyment at the 2024 Essential Health Summit. It's not just a Conference, Congress, or Festival – it's a truly SUPERCHARGED experience tailored just for you!   Handy Links:  Renew your APNA membership for 2024  Join APNA as a member    The Essential Health Summit 2024   Webinar Registration: Optimising Cervical Screening for People with Disability – supporting equity in your practice  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Sponsor: Health Professionals Bank  Global Crisis Support Contacts:  AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/   AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/   USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/  UK: https://www.samaritans.org/   Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 67. The Skilled Practitioner

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 38:50


    The 67th installment of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (01:31)  Mosquito-borne spike, Asbestos contamination debacle, Urgent Care Clinics doors swing open, and video games pose hearing risk.  1. Celebrate Primary Health Care Nurses Day (03:25) Get involved this February and help champion the amazing work that nurses do outside of the hospital setting, in aged care, community, general practice, custodial, schools, cosmetics, mental health and the gamut of other primary health care settings.  2. Nurse Practitioner Lyf (10:11) We profile nurse Robbie Bedbrook, and walk the pathway of a Nurse Practitioner in a modern Australia.   3. Silent Killer (25:35) It is the Western world's endemic silent killer, 90% of renal function is gone before patients are often symptomatic, and 1 in 10 Aussies suffer from kidney disease. What do you need to know?  Handy Links: Celebrate Primary Health Care Nurses Day   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly e-newsletter)  SHARING KNOWLEDGE ABOUT IMMUNISATION (SKAI)   The Kidney Helpline   Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 66. The Calling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 31:33


    The first installment of Nursing Australia for 2024 is here! Dive into Season 4 of Australia's favourite nursing podcast with The Calling. Step inside the world of two nurses as they share their inspiring journeys, navigating and transitioning  nursing. Plus, in the latest healthcare news: STI spike, new year vaping reforms, and mycoplasma trending up.The latest Nursing Australia News (01:01) STI spike, new year vaping reforms, and mycoplasma trending up.Segment 1. Transition to Practice: Sophie's Story (03:00) Sophie is a Nurse Practitioner working in General Practice. With the assistance of APNA's Transition to Practice Program  (TPP), her mentor Helen, and a desire to pursue a career with compassion, Sophie went from international student to RN to NP. Segment 2. Kate's Story (16:53) Producer Leith was in Norseman in remote Western Australia recently and met Kate. Kate is a nurse and moonlights as the local school chaplain. This is Kate's story.About Norseman: a small town in the Goldfields region of WA. Situated 800km east of Perth, it is home to dry salt lakes, red dirt, native fauna and a very hot climate. It's the last town before the SA border.  Next time on Nursing Australia (30:31)The podcast will return to the first Monday of every month from February 5, 2024.Handy links: Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly e-newsletter) Discover APNA's Transition to Practice Program  Check out APNA's latest online learning modules HERE  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 65. The Last Dose for 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2023 24:53


    In the final episode for 2023 meet Alex Berge a young midwife and nurse from Western Australia; and assisting patients in navigating the world of upper-GI cancers. Plus, in the latest healthcare news: saline contamination alert, COVID Christmas relief, and delayed umbilical clamping for 'prems'. The latest Nursing Australia News (02:10) Saline contamination alert, COVID Christmas relief, and delayed umbilical clamping for 'prems'. Segment 1: Alex's Story (03:55) Alex Berge is a midwife and nurse from Western Australia. She grew up on a sheep and wheat farm, moved to Perth for her studies, then to Sydney for her graduate placement. Now she's back in WA and has big plans to see more of Australia and go back out bush. She's passionate about primary health and education, child health and midwifery, and is driven by an enthusiasm to be involved and contribute. Alex caught up for coffee with lifelong friend and our producer, Leith. She's generously shared with us her journey so far and valuable lessons and values she's learnt along the way. This is Alex's story.  Segment 2: Upper-GI Cancers (16:42) Deep dive into the world of upper-gastrointestinal (upper-GI) cancers, as we shine a spotlight on the perhaps most enigmatic yet formidable foes – pancreatic cancer. Meet Tiffany Dobson from Pancare Foundation as we discuss treatment, rates and access to services.  Next time on Nursing Australia (23:13)The podcast will return for it's forth year on Monday January 15 2024. Happy holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Southern Hemisphere Summer

    Ep 64. Wine Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 35:49


    The 64th installment of Nursing Australia, Wine Time, Bones & iPhones presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:38) Fake nurse behind bars, nurses call for engineered-stone ban, cheap apartments for health workers, and paediatric antibiotic resistance on the up!  Segment 1: Wine Time (04:38) Nursing Australia's Leith sat down with Adriana in Pilbara, WA for a wine, and discussed her story. Adriana has a long history of working in remote aboriginal communities in various roles but didn't enter the health profession until the age of 47.  Segment 2: Instigating Healthy Habits (13:00) Discover the latest attempt to elicit lifestyle and behavior change, with the help of technology. How clinicians can treat, advise, and encourage patients via an app-based interface.  Segment 3: Osteoporosis (25:32) Osteoporosis is a common chronic disease. We know it affects over 1.2 million Australians and leads to over 183,000 fractures annually. How engaged are we? Does this disease age discriminate? Meet Greg Lyubomirsky, CEO of Healthy Bones Australia  | www.knowyourbones.org.au     Handy links:  Nominate for the APNA Nurse Awards   Refer your workplace for an APNA Corporate Membership  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 63. The Colour Purple

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 44:13


    This episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:36) Pharmacists prescribing scope extended, Ballooning demand for Ozempic bites again, and CPR gender bias revealed. 1. Purple House: Sarah's Story (05:25) Meet Sarah Brown, CEO of Purple House. Before the Purple House was established Pintupi people from the Western Desert of Central Australia were forced to leave their country and families to seek treatment for end-stage renal failure in Alice Springs or Darwin. Far from home, they suffered great loneliness and hardship, and weren't around to pass on cultural knowledge in their communities.  Discover Purple House  #yes23 2. Navigating Medical Abortions (20:40) In 1996, the Australian government stifled access to RU-486. Despite some eventual revisions, barriers to access still remained, until today. The space around abortion care in Australia continues to evolve. So, what is the latest?  The Australian Contraception and Abortion Primary Care Practitioner Support Network (AusCAPPs) is an online community of practice interested in increasing women's access to long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) and medical abortion. GPs, practice nurses and pharmacists are invited to join. There is no cost to do so.  3. Early Detection & Management of CKD (34:38) Early detection and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD), so, how can this preserve vital renal function? What can health professionals and patients do to prevent this silent killer? Access Chronic Disease Management Tools here Kidney Health Australia   Refer your workplace for an APNA Corporate Membership   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  APNA Online Learning Hub   Astra Zeneca's Chronic Disease Management Tools Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 62. Lungs, Hearts & Minds

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 30:56


    This episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (01:00) Virtual reality nursing for remote communities, Letby case spurs inquiry, and unlocking Australia nurse potential.  Segment 1: Asthma Spring Fling (03:38) Lightning may dazzle in the sky, but beneath the clouds, these powerful storms can trigger unexpected health challenges for some. Tune in as we explore the science behind thunderstorm asthma, the connection with allergies, and what you can do to stay safe when the elements collide. Check out the National Asthma Council of Australia by clicking here   Segment 2: Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Guidelines (12:19) The newest iteration of guidelines for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk, and a CVD risk calculator have been launched, marking a major milestone in CVD prevention in the Australian population. Visit cvdcheck.org.au to find out more.  Segment 3: Child Mental Health (20:40) Discover more at: Child Information Sharing Scheme And you can join APNA's online community of practice here The Victorian Government supports the Child Information Sharing Capacity Building Grants Program.  Next time on Nursing Australia (28:30) The General Practice Conference and Exhibition (GPCE) is Australia's leading CPD event and is well placed to assist you in meeting your CPD requirements. Registration is now open for GPCE Melbourne, where you can earn up to 21 CPD hours on a Session Pass over 3-days.  It's really, that easy. Register now   APNA Online Learning Hub  Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 61. Diagnosis: CA (Cancer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 36:21


    Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:51) Barriers down to RU-486 access, Monkeypox (Mpox) reemerges, Hookworms to treat diabetes, and a nurse immortalized in bronze.  Segment 1: Blood in your pee? See your GP (06:08) Delve into the world of a lower profile cancer type. What cancer has the highest chance of recurrence? What cancer is the most expensive to treat? And, what cancer type survival rates have failed to improve in the past decade? Visit the BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia website  Segment 2: Pink Hope – Gene faults & familial cancer links (18:52) Discover gene-faults and their links to hereditary cancers This segment get you thinking? Find out more here iPrevent™ is a breast cancer risk assessment and risk management decision support tool designed to facilitate prevention and screening discussions. CLICK to discover! Next time on Nursing Australia (35:19)  APNA Member exclusive | Win an all-expenses paid trip to Sleep Down Under  2023 Tell us in 25 words or less why winning flights, registration, and accommodation scholarships will benefit your professional development. Click here to enter  Not a Member? Consider joining or renewing your APNA Membership today    Subscribe to The Connect (our email weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 60. A Nurse, an Academic, a Comedian, and a Festival all walk into a bar...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 39:23


    A Nurse, an Academic, a Comedian, and a Festival all walk into a bar...Episode 60 of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:36) Nurses battle addiction, opioid prescribing guidelines, and bargain Uni fees for health professionals. 1. Georgie Caroll & Matt St Ledger reconvene in time for The Festival of Nursing 2023 (04:58) The Festival of Nursing 2023 is looming, and the Nursing Australia team are stoked to be on the bill the whole time. Come and join comedian Georgie Carroll, Matthew St Ledger, Leith Alexander, and hundreds of other nurses at the Festival in Perth 27-29 July. It's a national nursing conference, SUPERCHARGED! ⚡️⚡️  2. Nurse Spotlight: Lauren's story (18:37) Meet Dr Lauren Lines RN, BN (hons), MN, PhD. Lauren has a background working clinically as a paediatric nurse for almost 10 years in acute medical and surgical environments. Her 2020 PHD, focused on nurses' experiences of responding to child abuse and neglect in child focused settings in Australia. This is some of Lauren's story. 3. Building Nurse Capacity: Wheatbelt Nurse Clinic (31:03) Current care delivery models – from acute to primary health care – are struggling to meet the increasing demands, and health care providers are looking for new and innovative ways to deliver health care. Nurse Clinics are well placed to meet these demands, and Western Australia's Wheatbelt region is reaping the rewards with a very successful nurse-lead clinical model.  Grab your Festival of Nursing tickets here   Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 59. Behind the Screens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 28:02


    Episode 59 of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (01:15) Record strike fine, cancer age-bias, staff shortages linked to death rate spikes.1. Festival of Nursing: an insider's guide (03:43) The Festival of Nursing 2023 2. Digital Health – MyHealth App (08:53) APNA Nurses talk about the new MyHealth app 3. Cyber Security: Scam City (16:11)  Next time on Nursing Australia (24:58)  Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 58. Money in May

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 32:24


    Money! Money! Money! Dive into the world of personal finance and explore the various ways health professionals can improve their financial literacy. Learn to navigate home buying, sole trading and side hustling! Plus grab the latest in healthcare news: PBS shake-up, Aged Care class action, Mental health probe, and insulin pills on the horizon. Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Nursing Australia Money in May presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:30) PBS shake-up, Aged Care class action, Mental health probe, and insulin pills on the horizon. Segment 1: Money in May (05:48) APNA Member ONLY Portal: Money in May  Segment 2: Refinancing & Mortgages for Nurses (13:24) Listen to Part 2: Refinancing & Mortgages for Nurses here  Segment 3: Side Hustles & Sole Traders (20:35) A nurse's and midwives' guide to tax deductions Next time on Nursing Australia (30:40)  Handy Links: Join or Renew your APNA Membership today  The Festival of Nursing 2023  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Nursing Australia homepage  Disclaimer:  This podcast is for education and information purposes. Any advice offered is general financial advice only, and it doesn't take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of this, you should consider if the advice is appropriate before acting. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the product disclosure statement and obtain appropriate financial advice, tailored to your needs. Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 57. Heartbeats

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 48:20


    From the east coast to the west, the team trek through the heart of Oz to bring you Heartbeats.Discover: Remote Area Nursing, promoting healthy hearts, the Festival of Nursing, and the latest in infection prevention & control. Plus, in healthcare news: AHPRA probe stuns, Bird Flu in full flight, D-day for Aged Care, and deadly fungus wreaks havoc. Recorded on location in Moreton Bay, Queensland & East Pilbara, Western Australia.Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   The latest Nursing Australia News (04:42) AHPRA probe stuns, Bird Flu in full flight, D-day for Aged Care, and deadly fungus wreaks havoc. Remote Area Nursing in East Pilbara WA (07:12) Meet TJ Howe, a Nurse working in the remote Gibson Desert of Western Australia.Healthy Hearts (17:13) Make a difference and change the future: promoting healthy hearts as a health professional. Check out: hrt.how/heartweek23 What's this Festival of Nursing? (30:03)  The Festival of Nursing 2023 – it's a national nursing conference, SUPERCHARGED!   Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 27-29 July 2023 - Abstracts open now, click here for more You're invited to join hundreds of nurses from across the country at this one-of-a-kind nursing conference in Perth this July 2023!The latest in IPC guidelines (39:23) RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition) Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare The National Hand Hygiene Initiative manual Communicable Diseases Network Australia's Australian national guidelines for the management of healthcare workers living with blood-borne viruses and healthcare workers who perform exposure-prone procedures at risk of exposure to blood-borne viruses  Reach out to Nursing Australia  (Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 56. 3 Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2023 51:27


    Nursing Australia presents: 3 Women. In celebration of International Women's Day 2023 3 Remarkable Women join the podcast and deliver the latest in Indigenous Health, share an amazing origin story, and chat immunisation in the West. The latest Nursing Australia News (03:00) Nurses stung by PTSD, AI tech to prevent falls, Aspirin improving prognosis for cancer patients, and the prescription filling 'Hunger Games'. Indigenous Health: An Update (06:04) Natalie Wischer joins the podcast to deliver the latest in Indigenous Health. Natalie has been working in diabetes for the last 20 years which has included 3 years in some of the most remote communities in the country. Natalie tackles current diabetes rates, the ongoing health impacts of colonization and stolen generations, substance abuse & suicide, and health barriers for remote communities. Buckle in for an incredibly informative session…Amazing Nurses: Olayide's Story (29:55) Dr Olayide re-joins the podcast to delve into her life journey from Nigeria to Australia. A fierce advocate for women impacted by genital mutilation. Discover what drives her to continue her great work in the area of women's health and migrant & refugee health. Olayide is a teacher, researcher, and advocate. This is Olayide's story.Immunisation in the West  (44:32) Australia's rates on immunisation are okay but they're not where they should be, especially in some communities. Meet Palee Holdsworth RN and Senior Program officer at WA Health. Palee met with Nursing Australia producer Leith Alexander to chat about all things immunisation, and what nurses can do to help raise the numbers of patients getting jabs. Next time on Nursing Australia (49:05)  Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   The Festival of Nursing 2023   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 55. Excision

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 33:31


    The latest Nursing Australia News (02:52) Barbie drug links with melanoma, mosquito-borne disease on the up, rapid visas for Nurses, and renewal time for professional memberships. Female Genital Mutilation & Cutting (05:43) Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is the deliberate cutting or altering of the female genitals without medical indication. These practices are alive and well in Australia and across the developed work, despite illegality.  Dr Olayide Ogunsiji has lead several research projects including caring for women living with female genital mutilation, and is the founder of the African Women's Health & Support Organisation. You can find information on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting on the National Education Toolkit for Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Awareness website at www.netfa.com.au 1800RESPECT is Australia's national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling service. It provides free, confidential telephone and online counselling and information.  Call 1800 737 732 or go to the 1800RESPECT website at www.1800RESPECT.org.au If you, or someone you know, has been taken overseas for this procedure or you think they are at risk of being taken out of the country for the procedure, call the 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre at 1300 555 135 (from Australia) or +61 2 6261 3304 (from overseas) or contact the nearest Australian overseas mission at dfat.gov.au.  Slip Slop Slap (21:08) Australians were responsible for over 1 million Medicare claims for skin cancer related procedures in 2021. 2 in 3 Australian's will experience skin cancer in their lifetimes. This summer season brings with it a sense of hyper vigilance when it comes to prevention & detection. So, as a health professional what do you do when you notice skin abnormalities in yourself or in patients?  Step inside skin cancer nursing with RN Sarah. Next time on Nursing Australia (31:41)  Renew your APNA Membership or Join Today  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) An introduction to family violence awareness for nurses who work in primary health care Visit Skin Check WA  Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    AGED CARE...Where to from here? Nursing Australia The Summer Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 28:33


    Nursing Australia Summer Series: AGED CARE: Where to from here?Aged care has received increased media scrutiny in light of the Royal Commission and the COVID-19 pandemic. The demography of ageing and staffing pressures add complexity to society's ability uphold their responsibility to the ageing person. This is Aged Care: Where to from here? Nursing Australia: Summer Series is 2022 in nursing & healthcare wrapped! Delve inside the trending topics of the year and meet subject matter experts in: Sexual health; Healthcare Law and Aged Care.  Foundations of Aged Care: A workbook for nurses   Discover the Festival of Nursing 2023 APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Restorers: A Water Street PodcastOver these short episodes, we will be introducing you to the heroes who are working in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    CYBER SECURITY & MEDICO LEGAL: Nursing Australia The Summer Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2023 26:08


    Nursing Australia: Summer Series is 2022 in nursing & healthcare wrapped! Delve inside the trending topics of the year and meet subject matter experts in: Sexual health; Healthcare Law and Aged Care. Nursing Australia Summer Series Part 2 of 3: Cyber Security & Medico-Legal!Nurse & health professionals and their legal obligations including confidentiality, privacy, keeping patient's records safe; plus cyber hacking and digital safety! Sam Moses, APNA Founder (01:56)Medico Legal Issues & Cyber Hacking (06:04) Ken Griffin, APNA CEO (22:23)Next time on Nursing Australia (24:58)Discover the Festival of Nursing 2023 Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)Credits: APNA Conference Roadshow FremantleHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    SEX ED: Nursing Australia The Summer Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 29:33


    Nursing Australia: Summer Series is 2022 in nursing & healthcare wrapped! Delve inside the trending topics of the year and meet subject matter experts in: Sexual health; Healthcare Law and Aged Care.  Nursing Australia Summer Series Part 1 of 3: Sex Ed  Confidentiality, mandatory disclosure, age of sex consent, unpacking what consent is, and My Health Record. Next time on Nursing Australia (28:31) APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Credits: Sexual Health Victoria The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA)   Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep 51. December 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 36:18


    Nursing Australia: December 22 steps inside Christmas in Emergency, checks up on Japanese Encephalitis (JEV), and introducing Nursing Australia: Summer Series, plus the latest healthcare news.The latest Nursing Australia News (01:50) Aged Care providers under fire, Australian Nursing Federation faces suspension, and 'lights out' for smokers. Christmas in ER (04:00) Emergency admission spike 20% over the holidays...why? Step inside the ER and meet RN Erica WinsladeJapanese Encephalitis (20:14) Is this mosquito borne virus COVID 2.0?Introducing Nursing Australia: Summer Series (33:53) Kickstart your Summer with highlights from Australia's premiere Nursing events only on Nursing AustraliaGet your APNA Conference Roadshow Sydney 2022 tickets Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Learning module: An introduction to family violence awareness for nurses who work in primary health care Impacted by DV and/or family violence?  Global Crisis Support Contacts:  AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/   AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/   USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ UK: https://www.samaritans.org/ NZ: https://www.samaritans.org.nz/ SOUTH KOREA: http://www.counsel24.com/ INDIA: https://icallhelpline.org/   PHILIPPINES: https://doh.gov.ph/NCMH-Crisis-Hotline  SINGAPORE: https://www.sos.org.sg/    TAIWAN: https://www.tsos.org.tw/     Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Credits: Atlantic Records, Fairfax MediaHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep50. The Big Five-O

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2022 36:18


    The 50th episode of Nursing Australia tackles vaccination in pregnancy, hear one person's fascinating journey from law to nursing, and discover Precocious Puberty.  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Show notes:   The latest Nursing Australia News (01:33) Nursing hours mandate for Aged Care; Magic mushrooms & eating disorders; Maggot therapy; and new scope of practice factsheet. Vaccination in pregnancy & infants (03:27) Plan. Check. Protect.  Did you know that only ~12% of pregnant Australians receive the recommended vaccines in pregnancy?  Want to find out more? Register for a free, live, accredited event on 16 November 2022 from 6-9 PM (1800-2100 hours) AEDT via Zoom. Visit www.vipi.com.au  Law to Nursing: Charlotte's Story (10:33) Check out Charlotte's website , check out: Ridin Free til the end of Time (check page for credits)Precocious Puberty (26:03) Learn more: Precocious puberty  Consumer medicine information: Diphereline  Next time on Nursing Australia (35:14) Other handy links:NMBA Fact sheet - Scope of practice and capabilities of nurses and midwives Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Global Crisis Support Contacts: AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/  AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/  USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ UK: https://www.samaritans.org/ NZ: https://www.samaritans.org.nz/ SOUTH KOREA: http://www.counsel24.com/ INDIA: https://icallhelpline.org/  PHILIPPINES: https://doh.gov.ph/NCMH-Crisis-Hotline  SINGAPORE: https://www.sos.org.sg/   TAIWAN: https://www.tsos.org.tw/    Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep49. Inside your head

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 17:57


    The 49th installment of Nursing Australia tackles: weight stigma, getting inside mental health, delivers the latest healthcare news, and captures the highlights from Australia's premiere Nursing event. Brought to you by Migraine Australia    Inside this episode: - The latest Nursing Australia News (02:38) Nurse Practitioners clap back, abortion inquiry on the cards, and a 4-day working week for nurses. - Weight Stigma (04:51) The WA Primary Health Alliance SHAPE Project  - Getting inside Mental Health (09:09) Discover the Headspace Early Career Program  Next time on Nursing Australia (16:30) Migraine Australia Factsheet  Register for NurseTalk online event: Scope of Practice and Supervision of Students on Clinical Placement  Grab your Canberra, Gold Coast & Sydney conference tickets  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander Episode sponsored by: Migraine Australia  Credits: Artlist Junkee & Thomas Owen

    Ep48. The September Issue

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2022 40:42


    The September Issue of Nursing Australia presents: The latest Nursing Australia News (02:35) Leprosy hits Sydney; Polio rears its head; Monkey-pox vax micro-dosing; and free Uni for nurses under fire. Amazing Nurse Stories: Who is Georgie Waugh? (05:25) Georgie loves her life, her work and her community, and despite facing unsurmountable loss, she continues her journey all while setting an inspiring benchmark for rural nurse practitioners in Australia.  Child Safe Part 1: Kids in care (18:42) The Conversation: We checked the records of 6,000 kids entering care. Only a fraction received recommended health checks About Dr. Karen McLean  Child Safe Part 2: Child information sharing (33:45) Info Sharing Victoria Email: CISandFVIS@education.vic.gov.au  OR  1800 549 646 Improving Child Safety, Wellbeing & Family Violence Project - APNA  Information sharing templates, tools & resources  Next time on Nursing Australia (39:43)APNA Online Learning module: An introduction to family violence awareness for nurses who work in primary health care Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets RUOk? Day - is Thursday 8 September 2022  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger& Mitch Wall  Produced by:Leith AlexanderWriters: Matthew St Ledger& Leith AlexanderCredits: Reuters,The Conversation Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep47. Nursing & the Law: How to protect yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 29:53


    This special installment of the Nursing Australia podcast dives inside the courtroom and discusses the legal implications for health professionals in Australia and abroad, hosted by Matthew St Ledger  Nursing & the law: how to protect yourself (02:15) Special guest Nurse & Lawyer Niki Eastwood joins the show to help navigate the legal landscape in Australian healthcare.Next time on Nursing Australia (28:10) Handy links: Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets  APNA Professional Indemnity Insurance (for Australian Nurses & Midwives)  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) CREDITS:  Episode Producer: Leith Alexander Host: Matthew St Ledger RN    Nurse on Trial: Reckless Homicide or Honest Mistake? Audio courtesy of: Inside Edition & CBS interactive Inc. SoundFX courtesy of Adobe  DISCLAIMER: Any opinions expressed are those held by the speaker based on industry experience, and are not representative of any organisation or profession, nor should be considered as such.Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    TEASER - Nursing & the law: how to protect yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2022 1:01


    Next time on Nursing Australia:  Dive inside the courtroom and discover the legal implications for health professionals in Australia and abroad, with nurse and lawyer Niki Eastwood. OUT MONDAY AUGUST 15 2022Episode Producer: Leith Alexander Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger Handy links: Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

    Ep46. Inside Ukraine

    Play Episode Play 50 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 31, 2022 25:33


    The 46th episode of Nursing Australia presents: The latest Nursing Australia News (02:24) Aged care regulator review; monkey pox of national significance; keto diet for mental illness; feral pigs spark encephalitis concerns; and Hep C treatment and testing waning. Inside Ukraine: A nurse without borders (04:40) Hear Kate's Amazing Nurse Story and head beyond our borders and onto Ukraine's front line. Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) The Swab podcast teaser (17:13) Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in the nurse's breakroom? Nurse Georgie Carroll hears some great stories from all sorts of different nurses with a variety of experiences. Listen Here: The Swab Next time on Nursing Australia (23:45) Handy links: Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Producer: Leith Alexander Music by:Adobe StockDaddysMusic from PixabayAlzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep45. Importance of Looking After Self: a How-To of Self-Care with Jenny Hoffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2022 30:22


    Bonus Episode:  Importance of Looking After Self: a How-To of Self-Care, brought to you by APNA's Transition to Practice Program (TPP).Find out more about the Transition to Practice ProgramJenny Hoffman talks in detail about self-care , self identity and self-preservation.  Resources mentioned by Jenny:Atomic Habits by James Clear The 7 habits of Highly effective people by Stephen R. CoveyRuss Harris  - Acceptance and Commitment TheoryAcceptance and Commitment Theory questions:(worksheet)Also:"A.C.E"Acknowledge thoughts and feelingsCome back to your bodyEngage in the presentOther handy links:Get your APNA Conference Roadshow TicketsNursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)Australia's favourite news and education podcast for nurses & health professionals, working together towards a healthier Australia, presented by APNA.Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep44. Understanding Resilience and Management of Burnout with Mark Aitken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2022 26:13


    Bonus Episode:  Understanding resilience and burnout, brought to you by APNA's Transition to Practice Program (TPP).Find out more about the Transition to Practice ProgramMark Aitken from Nurse and Midwife Support talks in detail about  burnout and ways workplaces as well as individuals can prevent burnout effectively.   Resources mentioned by Mark: Nurse and Midwife Support - 1800 667 877Resilience - Your health matters! with Kim FosterBurnout and beyond with Athol HannPrevent burnout with The Happy NurseElaina MulleryR U OK?Other handy links:Get your APNA Conference Roadshow TicketsNursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)Australia's favourite news and education podcast for nurses & health professionals, working together towards a healthier Australia, presented by APNA.Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep43. Tech Driven

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2022 31:58


    In this 43rd installment of Nursing Australia hosted by Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander, get acquainted with digital health and some of the latest advancements available in Australian primary healthcare. 1. The latest Nursing Australia News (02:17) Aged care shortfalls worsen; funding win for Type 1 Diabetes; cervical self-testing; inside Ukraine; and Welcome Calvary! 2. National Nursing & Midwifery Digital Health Capability Framework (04:50) The Framework outlines the capabilities required to support health professionals in extending their digital health development. A resource to guide individuals, employers and educators in their workplaces. 3. E-Prescriptions (11:44) Incorporating electronic prescribing into your practice. Discover more: Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) 4. Self-collect cervical screening (CST) (17:33) From the 1st of July 2022, eligible women and people with a cervix can access a self-collected cervical screening test (CST). This universally available testing option is another positive step forward towards Australia's goal of eliminating cervical cancer.   National Cervical Screening Program Sexual Health Victoria  5. Single-use negative pressure wound therapy (21:33) Disclaimer: The information presented in this segment is solely for informational and educational purposes. Use of Smith+Nephew products is to be on-label and consistent with approved indications and intended uses. For detailed product information, including indications for use, contraindications, effects, precautions and warnings, please consult the product's Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to use.  The information presented, may not be appropriate for all jurisdictions and any use of a product presented or promoted should be confirmed as cleared or approved in your relevant jurisdiction. Smith+Nephew does not provide medical advice.          • Runi Brownhill  PhD, Senior Scientist Manager Smith + Nephew Advanced Wound Management Research & Development, Hull UK. Runi Brownhill is a recognised scientific expert in the field of Wound Biology and the interventions needed to improve patient outcomes. She provides strategic direction to the Research and Innovation programme through the application of deep domain knowledge in Human Biology & Disease relevant to the business. Runi was pivotal in the research programme to identify the mode of action of PICO sNPWT.6. Next time on Nursing Australia (29:41) Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep42. The Latest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 30:34


    In this June episode of Nursing Australia hosted by Matthew St Ledger and Prue Baum, get yourself up-to-date with the latest updates & happenings in Australian healthcare.  -  The latest Nursing Australia News (01:38) Influenza primed to spike; QLD on meningococcal high alert; Monkey pox on the move; and the APNA conference roadshow 2022 launches in Melbourne. Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets  - Amazing Nurse Stories: Shab's story (04:10) From Iran to Australia meet nurse and author Shabnam Ighani Want to share your story on Nursing Australia?  -   THE  Guide to Aged Care (13:42) Australia's first and only workbook workbook to guide nursing in the Aged Care sector is finally here.  -   Infection Prevention: an update (20:57) Infection prevention & control in a post COVID world. Contact the Infection Prevention Helpline       - The Swab teaser (23:08) Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in the nurse's breakroom? Nurse Georgie Carroll hears some great stories from all sorts of different nurses with a variety of experiences. Listen Here: The Swab     -  Next time on Nursing Australia (28:48) Links Shingles Prevention and Immunisation e-Learning Module APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Episode Producer: Leith Alexander SoundFX courtesy of zapsplat.com Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep41. It's Nurses Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 63:04


    The 41st episode of Nursing Australia presents: The latest Nursing Australia News (02:21) Aged Care nurses pay rise on the cards, Ebola outbreak resurgence, mysterious hepatitis emerges, nurses deemed 'undatable', and Happy International Nurses Day 2022! Win a double pass to the APNA Conference Roadshow    Student Nurses: building the workforce (05:29) APNA Student Nurse Placement Program Nurse Spotlight: Keith Cox – A Caring Life (24:13) Hear the inspirational story of a nursing trailblazer: "What fifty years in nursing has taught me about humanity, compassion & community" - Keith Cox OAM  Listen to 'A Caring Life' on Audible  Want to share your story on Nursing Australia? The Swab teaser (54:09) Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in the nurse's breakroom? Join Georgie Carroll on The Swab Next time on Nursing Australia (1:00:17) Links Win a double pass to the APNA Conference Roadshow    APNA Nursing jobs board   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Episode Producer: Leith Alexander SoundFX courtesy of zapsplat.com Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep40. Teens, travel & our hearts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 38:39


    In the latest episode of Nursing Australia: smashing access barriers to healthcare for teens, Nurse Spotlight, heart health - plus grab the latest in healthcare news hosted by Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander.The latest Nursing Australia News (01:43) NSW nurses & midwives strike again; SA government promises ratios; last ditch Aged Care reforms; and Budget promises. Teen Clinic  (03:42) Primary healthcare professionals: Demolishing the barriers to primary healthcare for regional Aussie teens. Nurse Spotlight: Debbie's story (18:23) Debbie Clatworthy is a true nursing legend!  Hear her inspiring nursing story - a journey right across the vast Australian landscape. Want to share your story on Nursing Australia? Heart Health (28:34) Health promotion in practice: it's time again to bring heart health to the forefront.  Link: hrt.how/heartweek  Next time on Nursing Australia (36:54) Links :APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Producer: Leith Alexander SoundFX courtesy of zapsplat.com Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in the nurse's breakroom? Nurse Georgie Carroll hears some great stories from all sorts of different nurses with a variety of experiences. Listen Here: The Swab  Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep39. The Serious One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 33:11


    In this March episode of Nursing Australia hear:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:05) Paediatric anaphylaxis figures flatten; hide n seek doctor sentenced; Nursing school applications stumble; and the pandemic response workforce re-opens. Join the COVID-19 pandemic response workforce  Nurse Spotlight: Sheenagh's story (03:43) When a nurse becomes the patient: a nurse's journey with early-onset Parkinsons   Fight Parkinson's (Parkinson's Victoria) https://www.fightparkinsons.org.au/Shake it up Foundationhttps://shakeitup.org.au/about-us/Parkinson's Australiahttps://www.parkinsons.org.au/Young@Park peer support group, for those diagnosed with young/early onset Parkinson's.http://www.yap.org.au/Professional Indemnity (12:59) Think your employer is going to cover you? Think again... Get covered here  Join APNA Diabetes management tech (23:47) Wearable continuous glucose monitors continue to go from strength to strength – so what's the latest? For more information: https://www.freestylelibre.com.au/HCPcontact/ FreeStyle Libre 2 Resources:www.freestyleconnect.com.au Next time on Nursing Australia (31:47) APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep38. Domestic Violence Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 30:28


    In this February episode of Nursing Australia hear: The latest Nursing Australia News (03:24) Caps on tele-health consults scrapped; WHO prioritizes primary healthcare; App emerges to detect COVID & influenza; Omicron-specific jabs in the works; and vax exemption falsifier disqualified. Supporting victims of domestic & family violence (05:53) How can healthcare professionals better support those affected by DV? Meet survivor turned advocate Jane Matts. 'Sisters In Law Project' Links: Facebook  Twitter  In the news  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Nursing organizations – why it pays to belong? (13:37) Why do professional organizations matter? Why do we need them and what can APNA offer? Links: Join APNA Renew membership for 2022  Primary Care Pathways to Safety (+ for women and children) (19:23) Links: If you, a child or another person are in immediate danger call 000. For 24/7 counselling support and access to resources please contact 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 (within Australia) Hunter, New England & Central Coast PHN 'Project Safer Families' The draft 10-year National Plan to end violence against women and children - under consultation  The power in understanding patterns of coercive control  Thanks to DVNSW Next time on Nursing Australia (29:00) Links: APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Global Crisis Support Contacts:  AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/   AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/   USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Alzheimer's Disease Podcast7-Part miniseries about Alzheimer's, treatments and lifestyle changes.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

    Ep37. Welcome to 2022 + an interview with Dr. Norman Swan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 17:22


    In this new year episode of Nursing Australia hosted by Matthew St Ledger we hear:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:04) App helps healthcare workers communicate with patients; NMBA releases updated cosmetic guidance; and COVID reaches Antarctica. Links: NMBA position statement on nurses and cosmetic procedures Heart Health Toolkit  Dr. Norman Swan: So You Think You Know What's Good for You? (04:05) Feeling the weight of frontline health work? Norman Swan @normanswan joins Nursing Australia to chat acute vs. chronic stress; coping with trauma and busts some wellness BS.Links: https://www.hachette.com.au/norman-swan/so-you-think-you-know-whats-good-for-you https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/coronacast/  Grab a copy of the book: Buy Now via Amazon AU Episode Outro (16:11) Links: APNA Nursing Jobs  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Learn more about ABBVIE  

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