Chlo Jacks Nursing Journey Podcast

In this episode we learn from Claire Morphy about the work of organ donation nursing. This is a highly interesting final episode of this series. You can watch the Ripples video Claire refers to in the podcast via this link.   https://rgu.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=c6f4a3f7-deb8-4e26-9904-b0840099ff77

In this episode we hear from Lindy a surgical nurse at Aberdeen Royal infirmary! Lindy discusses what its like to have a placement in Surgical HDU and why this area of nursing makes a great NQN post. This is not one to miss! Lindy also runs her own educational podcast (Learn with Lindy) which you can follow at Learn with Lindy. A surgical nurse. on Apple PodcastsApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com › p...

In this episode you can hear from the super Vanessa Smith, Chief Nurse Periop practitioner NHSG. Vanessa shares her wealth of experience and amazing nursing journey that has taken her across the globe. We hear what student nurses and NQN's can expect from placement and their first post in theatres. Vanessa talks in detail about the progression route and trainings NQN's can undertake in theatres an...

Welcome to this Episode where I am joined by my awesome dad Billy. My dad specialises in Occupational Health and adult nursing and works as a Lecturer at Robert Gordon University. Billy talks about his nursing journey, about what student nurses can expect from a placement in occupational health and how individuals might go about starting a career in OH. Billy talks about the RGU OH courses, what a...

Are you a student nurse new to RCN Congress but fancy going- take a listen to this special episode from some of your RCN Student Committee members and Sam Spence from the Congress agenda committee! From the student committee we have myself Chloe from Scotland and our Chair Suzzane David and our Vise Chair Jade Hunt! This is not one to miss! To sign up or find out more visit the link provided! http...

In this episode we learn about Helen Paddon's nursing journey. Helen is Clinical Nurse Manager within Critical Care at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. Helen has had the most amazing experiences (working as a medic in the jungle to name one!) In this episode we learn about what Student nurses can expect from a placement in Critical Care, why newly qualified nurses should consider this area and what t...

In this episode you can expect to hear about both Gill and Camerons nursing journey, what student nurses can expect from a placement in an oncology or hematology ward and why these specialist areas make a great first post for a NQN! If you have an interest in oncology or hematology, or have been allocated a placement in these areas this episode is well worth a listen!

In this episode we hear from Lauren Kydd route leader for MSc Advancing Practice and District Nursing. She specialises in district Nursing and has a real interest in advancing practice, long term conditions, public health, and palliative and wound care. Lauren shares her nursing journey which also includes her experience nursing in France and we get a mini french speaking sesh! Lauren share what p...

Elaine is senior charge nurse of a short stay medicine and toxicology ward in Grampian. Elaine discusses her nursing journey to date and the work that student nurses can expect on this type of ward. This also gave me an opportunity to reflect on this ward as it was here that i had my very first nursing placement experience. Elaine also endeavours to explain why newly qualified nurses might want to...

Got an interested in cardiology nursing this ones for you! In this episode you can hear from the wonderful Jennifer Elliot from Robert Gordon University, talking about here career to date, and lots of detail about here career in cardiology nursing!  Jennifer was once thee cardiac rehab nurse for the whole of the borders area in Scotland! Jennifer offers superb advice for NQN's and STN's! I ho...

In this second episode you can gain an insight into Dr Heather Bains Nursing Journey in District Nursing, Prescribing and education. Heather talks about what students can expect from District Nursing and the inspiration behind the Dual Honours Programme at Robert Gordon University.

In this episode you can hear from Jill Will RGU nursing lecturer who specialises in Care home nursing. Jill truly flys the flag for care home nursing and provides a very insightful account of care home nursing and talks about aspects many people may not think about. If care home nursing floats your boat or you have a placement in care homes coming up this is definitely one for you to tune into!&nb...

In this episode you can hear from Michelle Duncan RGU nursing lecturer and A and E/minor injury specialist. Michelle shares her journey to date, what student nurses and NQN's can expect from this area on placement and some hints, tips and resources to check out before a placement in this area. Michelle talks about the training opportunities for this speciality and provides some advice for NQN's wh...

In this episode I am joined by RCN Scotland Board Chair Julie Lamberth and RCN Student member of the Trade union committee and ex-officio member of the student committee Alisha Brown. Julie and Alisha answer some of the questions we probably all have about the industrial action. Alisha (my fellow student committee member) specifically answers my questions for student nurses.  

In this episode you can hear about the journey of well known Children and young Peoples nursing author Alan Glasper! This is a very inspiring podcast that you don't want to miss!

In this episode you can hear from one of my inspired role models for becoming a nurse, my lovely mum Karen. Karen shares her journey as a nurse, shares her nursing highlight and shares a bit about what student nurses can expect from placement at CAMHS, and why newly qualified nurses should consider working at CAMHS. We hear Karens answer to Elise's question which was posed in the previous episode,...

In this episode you can hear from Elise Renson who talks about her nursing journey, what student nurses and newly qualified nurses can expect from neonatal nursing and about her roles as a neonatal transport nurse. Elise also explains the qualifications that can take you into a career in neonatal nursing. We also hear Elise's answer to Danns question!  This episode was recorded in Novemb...

In this episode you can head from Dan Gooding, who has experience in Paediatric Intensive care nursing and Paediatric emergency care nursing. Dan shares his nursing journey, what students and newly qualified nurses can expect from these specialisms , advice for students who have dyslexia and Neurodiverse difficulties. We learn about the potential educational opportunities for woking in these field...

Within this special episode we hear from guest speaker Lisa Gartshore, SCN in Practice Improvement and Development for Mental Health in NHS Lanarkshire. Lisa discusses her nursing journey and her progression into digital health care. We learn about her role within digital health care. We dive into how digital health care has evolved and what the future looks like for digital health care, and we di...

In this episode we hear from Julie Lamberth (Chair RCN Scotland Board), Vicky Keir, (who is part of the RCN Congress Agenda Committee),  and Dawn Marr current Board Member (Grampain) and former RCN Student Committee Member (Scotland). These 3 super guest speakers provide an insight into what congress is, who its for, how you can sign up for it and just everything you need to know about Congre...

Within this episode of the podcast you can hear from Becky Hepworth; Children's Community Nurse specialist from the Isle of Wight. Becky shares her nursing journey, some insight into what students can expect from a community children's nursing placement and why newly qualified nurses should consider community nursing as their first nursing post. We also learn about the progression routes within Ch...

In this episode you will hear from Julie Knight about her experience as a children's nurse. Julie talks about her role as Community staff Nurse for schools, we learn about the difference between a community staff nurse for schools and the school nurse role. Julie explains the developmental routes to becoming a registered school nurse and Julie offers some fantastic advise for student nurses! Enjoy...

In this podcast you can hear from Caroline Reid, Clinical Nurse Manager for Community and Specialist Nurse Teams. Caroline discusses her nursing journey and provides advice for student nurses. Caroline also discusses the role of the specialist nurse at home start, and dives into what the future holds for specialist nurses. Hope you all enjoy! 

In this episode you will her from Isla Fairley who is a Children and Young Peoples lecturer and Academic Team Lead at Robert Gordon University. Isla specialised in Children's Diabetes care. Isla shares her nursing journey to date, provides excellent advise to student nurses and newly qualified nurses and shares what to expect as a Diabetes nurse and why this would be an excellent area to practice...

In this episode you can hear from Epilepsy Nurse specialist Jo Campbell who shares her fantastic journey in epilepsy nursing care and how she developed her career in Epilepsy nurse care, and what to expect from this CYP specialism. Jo discusses some qualifications that are beneficial obtain before specialising in this role and offers to superb advice for students who have a placement in this area...