New Grad Radio

As I watch nursing students currently apply for their graduate nursing programs, I reflect on just how stressful of a time it actually was. Finishing assignments, whilst on student placement, working on the side, and now applying applications - my goodness it can all feel a bit much. In this episode, I talk about my own experiences of applying for my graduate program. From the initial application, to a brief section on resumes, to the interview itself, I go through my first-hand lived experiences to somewhat ‘demystify’ the process. The examples I give were my own experiences; please don’t rely on them to get through your own interviews. I hope you enjoy; and as always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me via the Facebook page: ‘New Grad Radio Podcast.’

I thought I’d make a short follow-up episode to last year’s episode, of how I prepare for night shifts. This week I’ve had three shifts in a a row (making this episode on shift 3); a 12 hour day, 12 hour night and an 8 hour night. I’ll go over what I did before each shift; what I ate, and how I get through these nights.

This is an action packed episode! Whilst it’s a bit lengthy, I detail my experiences of being a buddy to my first ever student nurse last year within the ICU; I talk about how I start each shift with a buddy nurse; some real specifics of why I do particular things with students to maximise their learning; and a lot more!

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. I’ve just returned from an incredible three and a half weeks away, where I completed Officer Training at the Royal Military College in Canberra. In this episode, I talk about my experiences during the course, and share an insight in what will be coming next.

Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad podcast! Today is Thank a Paramedic Day! In today’s episode I talk about: the education of paramedics at university; a major difference between nursing and Paramedicine; a few things that paramedics are wizards at (I could have included so much more); the Handover process; and how we as Emergency nurses can effectively maximise the information we receive at the Bed Space. Again, to all the paramedics listening, thank you so much for what you do!

Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! In today’s episode, I reflect on the past two shifts I’ve had; and outline why it’s important to treat each shift as a new opportunity to learn.

Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In today’s episode I provide an update of how I’ve been going, in particular, regarding time management. As you’ve been hearing, the transition from ICU to ED certainly hasn’t been easy; but as you’ll hear in this episode, I found my perspective has changed, with my time management skills improving ten-fold.

Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! In today’s episode I talk about my experiences of working in Ambulatory Care. It’s a second of ED that is very much like a mini GP office. It has individual assessment rooms; and is for lower acuity patients. But as you’ll hear, there are certain highlights, and challenges of working in this area.

Good morning everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. Thought I’d make a quick episode on how I approach each shift. What am I looking at, and what do I find helpful. Have a great day!

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! As you can probably tell by my voice in today’s episode, I have a cold. But as I mention, it’s the first one I’ve had in the last year and a half.

Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. For years, we study for exams, work on assignments, and attend pracs and tutorials at uni. Even last year, starting as a grad nurse, I was also completing formal assignments and workbooks as part of a transition program. In today’s episode I talk about my feelings of no longer working on assignments; of no longer having any formal topics to work towards. It haven’t been easy, but I feel the break I had made a significant difference.

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! It’s been a little while since I made an episode, whereby I provide an update on my own journey of working in the Emergency Department. I’m currently finishing off a two-week holiday. In this episode, I talk about some of the challenges I’ve faced, that I’ve only felt I’ve overcome in the last few weeks. These include time management, not being able to please everyone, communication, and the ability to prioritise.

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! This evening I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Pauline Calleja. Dr Calleja is a Senior Lecturer, and Director of Post Graduate Nursing and Infection Prevention & Control programs at Griffith University. It was incredible to hear Pauline's journey; starting as a graduate nurse in a small rural Queensland hospital, all the way through to being the director of post graduate studies at a leading university. The diversity of experiences Pauline has had, truly highlights just how much we can do as nurses, and the possibilities available if we are willing to step outside of our comfort zones. Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD's...Pauline goes into detail of each, and provides some food-for-thought when considering which avenue to pursue. As always, if you have any questions or feedback about today's episodes, or the podcast, feel free to send a message through via the New Grad Radio Podcast Facebook page, or email via:

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! The other day, I had a valid question from one of my students. Only moments prior to my arrival, he had already recorded vital signs for all of my patients. Yet, he was confused as to why I prioritised a repeat set, and a full head to toe on one of my trauma patients. In today’s episode, I explain what I’m looking for during a head to toe assessment for a patient coming of a mechanism of injury that could mask secondary injuries; plus I go over the importance of setting tight alarm Parameters for such patients as well.

Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! In celebration of International Day of the Midwife, I interview Charlotte Stephenson. Charlotte graduated with a double degree in Nursing/Midwifery, and currently works as a Registered Midwife in Australia. The role of a registered midwife, takes these professionals further than the birthing suite. Charlotte outlines the variety of roles she plays from day-to-day when caring for her pregnant patients, from the emergency department, to post-birth. We go clinical, with Charlotte answering a few of my burning questions, including: what we could be looking out for for the woman with abdominal pain; and how we can deliver an effective handover to the midwife. Charlotte also highlights a program we, as ED nurses, could participate in to help with our assessment skills and management of obstetric emergencies; as well as how midwives fit into the treating team for such emergencies. As you'll hear, midwives face the same 'types' of challenges when ent

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY!!! Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In celebration of International Nurses Day, I chat with an incredible paediatric nurse, hailing all the way from the United Kingdom, Lauren Philpott. Lauren is the Author of 'Being a Nurse: From Graduation to Revalidation', a book aimed at providing a real-perspective of what it's like to start as a new graduate nurse. As I mention in today's episode, as I was reading through, I kept thinking to myself just how much this related to how I felt when first starting. This book is littered with golden advice, and encompasses topics such as 'what to expect during your first shift', to 'conflict management'; as well as a lot more, all from Lauren's personal experiences. Thanks again to Lauren for being on the podcast today. Here is a link below to how you can purchase Lauren's book: - http://www.lanternpublishing.com/titles/401-9781908625533-being-a-nurse (non-sponsored - just highly recommend the read). 

In celebration of International Nurses Day (12/05), this week i'll be interviewing three incredible nurses, to highlight their careers, achievements and journeys. In today's episode, I speak with Christine Hicks. Christine is about to finish her Graduate Nursing Program, commencing her career directly into a Major Trauma Centre's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in America

This week, we celebrate international day of the midwife (05/05) and international nurses day (12/05). This week, I’ll be releasing three episodes, whereby I’ll be highlighting the achievements and journeys of three incredible nurses. These include: Christine Hicks (NICU

In today’s episode, I go over the most common patient and family complaints/concerns; and go over how I personally resolve these using real strategies.

Ever wondered what equipment is in each acute bed space? In today’s episode, I talk through exactly what is in each acute bed space, from the monitoring, to the layout of the room; even what’s in each drawer.