Conversations With Nurses

Lucy Thornber Here is Lucy Thornber a paediatric cardiac and community nurse from London who's swapping scrubs for sunshine in Australia. Lucy gives us a rare peak into the world of paediatric heart transplant, the emotional highs and challenges of nursing tiny hearts and what it's like working in the thick of London's healthcare system. This one's equal heartwarming and eye-opening, let's dive in...

The very funny Jenny Egan has just come under new Management as a trial retiree, after giving 47 years to nursing. Hospital trained, she has some hilarious stories to tell.  Host by Paula Holland Produced by Barefoot Media Co.

Laura Bellchambers is a medical centre nurse with extensive experience in Dialysis until it became too much. Laura works as a custodial nurse while working shifts in the GP clinic. Now she is forging a new pathway studying Paramedicine.   Lets tune in to hear her story that has shaped her Nursing career. Podcast hosted by Paula Holland LinkedIn Produced by Barefoot Media Co. www.barefootmedia.co

Emma is a Qualified Midwife who found her passion outside of the practice of Midwifery and has founded her own Perinatal Matrescence business of helping women and mother's work through birth trauma. Emma's approach is that only by experiencing birth and seeing others give birth, can you define what is normal and what is not acceptable. If you'd liek to contact Emma for more information please visi...

Meet Lisa, a dynamic individual who always knew the confines of a hospital were not for her. Despite the ups and downs of nursing, she has pursued her passion relentlessly, earning three degrees along the way. After serving as a military nurse, a cosmetic nurse, and a trainer, Lisa has discovered her true calling. Now, she is studying to become a Nurse Practitioner, with her sights set on making a...

Izzy tells us about her journey as a student nurse while working in a hospital as a Patient Care Assistant. Although she has an Anaesthetist and Surgeon as parents, the journey is not always easier. Her advantage over other students, she reveals is knowing the hospital system and how to relate to other healthcare professionals. Conversations With Nurses is hosted by Paula Holland LinkedIn Produced...

Libby Stearne is a RFDS nurse, Midwife, mother and wife. She shares her story about wanting to be an RFDS nurse since she was a young girl and watched as her father was taken by the RFDS after suffering a heart attack in Ravensthorpe in the remote South West of Australia. With support from her husband and family looking after the two children, Libby worked as a Fly in fly out ( FIFO) nurse in Meek...

Susie Oh and Suzanne are theatre nurses that I have worked with over the last 13 years. We have shared some highs and many laughs and also been there for each other for support during the lows. The camaraderie that we share is still there even if we haven’t been in contact for months. I find these nurses humour and positive spirit lifts all who work with them and create such a lovely atmosphere is...

Jade Martin is a nurse with The Royal Flying Doctors . Jade shares with us life working with the RFDS while balancing family life and studying for her Midwifery degree. An essential combonation for working for the prestigeous Royal Flying Doctor Service Hosted by Paula Holland LinkedIn Produced and Engineered by Barefoot Media Co. Website

Paul is the Chief Executive Officer at South Metropolitan Health Services in Perth. He is an esteemed healthcare leader and an accomplished executive in the United Kingdom and beyond. He's not a nurse, but with a distinguished career spanning both the healthcare and business sectors, Paul has made a significant contribution in the field of hospital management and administration. With a track recor...

Alex comes from London, where she worked in a busy city hospital during the Covid 19 pandemic. Join us as she describes her journey to nursing from a sport science background listening to nurses and their stories. Alex shares what it was like working during the Pandemic and the camaraderie to keep the nurses spirit up while working through these crazy times. Hosted by Paula Holland LinkedIn Produc...

Rebecca Taylor works as a remote rural nurse in some of Western Australia remote communities. Join us as she shares her stories working places most people have never heard of. Podcast hosted by Paula Holland LinkedIn Conversations With Nurses is Produced by Barefoot Media Co. www.barefootmedia.co

Kia-Jay Karauria is a young and enthusiastic nursing student. After many different career paths and growing up in a family of nurses, Kia-Jay eventually found her way into nursing. A student nurse's life is not always easy but as Kia-Jay shares some of her stories with us of her time as a student and experiences on Prac, we hear why she loves nursing. Conversations with Nurses is a Barefoot Media...

Navigating work and student life is a delicate balance of unwavering determination and organisation. Working part time to pay the mortgage and bills and study full time, Hayli Hooper has her future mapped out for her. When the Pandemic hit, Hayli realised some study was necessary to progress her future as a nurse which she could use while following her passion for travelling. Hayli demystifies the...

As an ED nurse, Christian faces an array of challenges each day, from stabilizing critical patients to providing comfort and support to those experiencing anxiety and pain. Despite the high-stress environment of the ED, Christian remains committed to his patients, striving to provide the best possible care in every circumstance. In addition to his dedication and professionalism he shares with the...

Let me introduce you to not only a lifesaver in the Emergency Department but someone who has transverse continents and embracing new horizons. Ron Carranza started nursing in the enchanting Philippines led him through the bustling Middle East and finally to Down under the land of kangaroos and vegemite. Ron's story is not just about a remarkable career, but also about the sacrifices he made to pro...

Wendy Dobson is a wonderful Community Nurse. After trying a few different fields, Wendy found her passion working with the elderly people and advocates for them. Wendy has seen it all and the wonderful stories and history she hears from her patients keeps her motivated and energised. Conversations With Nurses is a free-flowing chat with Nurses from all walks of life, sharing their stories and expe...

Theatre Nursing is an incredibly demanding form of nursing. Today on Conversations With Nurses we chat to Suzanne Facich, a long-time Theatre nurse who has just retired from an exciting and interesting career, with many stories to tell. Suzanne is famous for her ability to navigate even the toughest Theatre with the most demanding surgeons. She is truly a saint! Welcome to the show Suzanne! Hosted...

Megan Hazeldean is a nurse who is passionate about providing end-of-life care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. Megan has extensive experience in the healthcare industry and has witnessed firsthand the challenges and struggles that patients and their families face during their final days. With a desire to improve end-of-life care, Megan has recently founded a foundation that aims to h...

Paul Ingram is the Head of Nursing at the famous Royal Flying Doctors. A magnificent and uniquely Australian organisation that attends medical emergencies in the vast Aussie Outback. The nurses are uniquely trained and have some incredible stories to tell. The Flying Doctors historically used planes, and now jets equipped with latest medical equipment to create a Flying Emergency Room to cover tho...

Debbie King is a highly experienced nurse educator who has worked in both the UK and Australia. She received her nursing training in the UK and used her qualifications to relocate to Australia with her family. With over 20 years of experience in the nursing industry Debbie has developed a wealth of knowledge and skills which she now uses to educate and train the next generation of nurses. She is p...

Katie Booth is a young dental nurse based in Perth, Western Australia. Katie will share her experiences and insights on working in dental surgery, the decision to give up McDonald barista and pursue a proper career. Her enthusiasm and passion for her work are sure to be inspiring, and we look forward to hearing more from her and her next endeavours on the podcast. Conversations With Nurses is a fr...

Sarah Fulford is academic historian from Curtin University. Sarah's thesis focused on the experiences of Australian nurses who served in World War II and were taken as prisoners of war by the Japanese soldiers. Sarah's research sheds light on a little-known aspect of the war, discussing the experiences of the nurses, the conditions they endured as POWs, and the legacy of their service and sacrific...

Cathy Darling is a ward nurse of over forty years experience. Cathy's experiences are sure to be full of entertaining and memorable stories, and has encountered a wide range of situations that have challenged her skills and tested her resilience. However, her dedication to patient care and her ability to find humor in difficult situations have made her a valuable asset to the nursing profession. C...

Conversations With Nurses is a free-flowing chat with Nurses from all walks of life, sharing their stories and experiences in the world of Nursing. Hosted by Paula Holland Welcome to conversations with Nurses Podcast. My name is Paula Holland and I have been nursing for over 40 years. With many roles and travels while nursing I have met with some wonderful nurses who all have stories to tell. This...