Transitioning from student to registered nurse is one of the most significant milestones in a nursing career. In this episode, we are joined by Tracy Cartwright, Senior Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU), and Daniel Hodgkins, Lecturer at BNU, to delve into what this shift into qualified practice really looks like.

We explore the common challenges newly qualified nurses face, from rising workloads to navigating the fear of making mistakes. We discuss the vital role of workplace support and mentorship, and the contribution of higher education and clinical placements in preparing students for practice.

In the second half of the episode, we discuss wellbeing and retention and conclude with practical strategies and tips for students, educators, and employers to support the transition into professional nursing.

BJN inform:
For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing. For more information visit: https://www.bjninform.com/

Let's Talk Nursing with Sun Sander-Jackson

Sun Sander-Jackson, Inclusion Lead, Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Midwifery Officer’s Black and Minority Ethnic Strategic Advisory Group, joins the podcast to share her personal experiences of racist microaggressions and the effect this had on her mental health. Throughout the episode, Sun discusses:

• Her nursing career
• The racist and sexist microaggressions she faced
• Recommendations to nurse managers
• Her message to fellow internationally-trained nurses

Listen to the end to hear Sun’s approach to a scenario involving managing an internationally-trained nurse who has been experiencing racist microaggressions in the workplace.

About Sun:

Sun Sander-Jackson is a healthcare professional and inclusion advocate based in the UK. She has been with the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust since 2009, starting as a nurse and advancing to the role of Sister in a complex outpatient department and theatre. In 2019, she became the first Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network Lead for the Trust, growing the network to encompass 320 members and devising action plans to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation in Somerset.

In 2021, Sun was appointed as the Inclusion Lead at the Trust. She also holds national positions as a Workforce Race Equality Standard expert and as the lead of the Southwest Chief Nursing Officer & Chief Midwifery BAME Strategic Advisory Group. These roles allow her to actively listen to and address the concerns of internationally trained colleagues across the Southwest region.

Sun's exceptional contributions have been recognised through several accolades, including an Inspirational Leader Award and BBC Somerset Radio Together award. In November 2023, she was invited to attend the King's 75th birthday celebration at Buckingham Palace, representing the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust as part of the NHS 75 celebrations.

Contact Sun:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sun-sander-jackson-7a9bb1292

More information and resources:

It’s time to talk about our mental health as internationally-trained nurses

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Katie Loader

In this person-centred care episode, Katie Loader, Advanced Nurse Practitioner at a Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team, discusses emotional unstable personality disorder (EUPD), nurse attitudes towards the condition and delivering principles of person-centred care. Katie provides insights into:

• The symptoms and diagnosis of EUPD
• Her personal experience of caring for people with EUPD
• Nurse attitudes towards people with EUPD
• Skills involved in providing effective and compassionate care

Later in the episode, Katie shared her three key actions on providing care for people with EUPD. She also explains what she would do when communicating with a patient in a particularly sensitive situation.

This episode includes some discussion of self harm and suicidal thoughts. If you or anyone you know is affected by the topics discussed, you can phone a free helpline below:

Samaritans – for everyone

Call 116 123

Email jo@samaritans.org

Childline – for children and young people under 19

Call 0800 1111

SOS Silence of Suicide – for everyone

Call 0808 115 1505 – 8pm to midnight Monday to Friday, 4pm to midnight Saturday and Sunday

Email contact@sossilenceofsuicide.org

Shout – for everyone

Text "SHOUT" to 85258

About Katie:

Katie is a Nurse Consultant in a Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team. She qualified with a Diploma in mental health nursing in 2003 and has worked extensively in acute practice in the UK and abroad and has 17 years’ experience working in Crisis Teams. She has continued her academic and professional development by becoming an independent prescriber in 2012 and worked towards a Bachelor’s degree in mental health care then a Masters in Advanced Professional Practice. Her current role as a Nurse Consultant within a Crisis Team involves assessment of patients presenting in crisis, home treatment, diagnosis and prescribing treatment plans including medicines and psychological approaches. As part of the senior leadership, she provides clinical and managerial support for colleagues and collaborates with the wider clinical and operational teams in service planning.

More information and resources:

Emotionally unstable personality disorder

Antipsychotics and emotionally unstable personality disorder: a literature review

What are the effects of nurse attitudes towards patients with borderline personality disorder?

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Aby Mitchell.

Aby Mitchell, Senior Lecturer in Nursing Education and recent winner of the Nursing Educator of the Year award, joins the podcast to share her insights on virtual placements for student nurses. Throughout the episode, Aby discusses:

• The benefits and limitations of virtual placements
• Her personal experience of setting up a virtual placement programme at King’s College London
• Advice on how academics can use simulation in the classroom

Aby also shares her three key actions on successfully implementing a virtual placement programme for student nurses. Listen to the end to hear Aby’s response to a scenario on creating a virtual placement with limited access to technology.

About Aby:

Aby Mitchell is a Senior Lecturer in Nursing Education and Simulation Lead in the Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Palliative Care at King's College London with an education portfolio relating to teaching primary care, health promotion and public health and simulation and digital/immersive technologies.

Aby started her nursing career in her local general hospital, initially working within a burns and plastics and head and neck cancer unit. In 1999 she embarked on a career in district nursing with a special interest in wound care and leg ulcer management. Latterly, she worked as a Senior Physical Health Lead for Community Mental Health. Aby has an MSc in Advanced Practice (healthcare education).

Contact Aby:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/abymitchell

Contact Behnam Jafari Salim (co-creator of the virtual placement programme at KCL):

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/behnamjs

More information and resources:

Virtual reality with artificial intelligence-led scenarios in nursing education: a project evaluation

Virtual placements in nursing education

Future nurse standards in nursing education

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Claire Leader.

In this episode, Samina is joined by Claire Leader, Assistant Professor in the department of Nursing and Midwifery at Northumbria University and women's health and wellbeing champion. They discuss the menopause, common symptoms and how this affects nurses in the workplace.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Menopausal symptoms and the ways in which these can be relieved
• How the menopause affects nurses at work
• Reasonable workplace adjustments for the menopause
• Nurse's personal experiences around having the menopause

Listen to the episode to hear Claire's three key actions for nurses who are experiencing the menopause, colleagues and healthcare organisations on seeking and providing support. Claire also shares her insights into two scenarios about how nurses and managers can have conversations around the menopause.

About Claire:

Claire Leader is an Assistant Professor in the department of Nursing and Midwifery at Northumbria University. As both a registered adult nurse and midwife, Claire has a keen interest in women's health across the life course and is also the women's health and wellbeing champion for her department. Claire delivers workshops relating to menopause in the workplace; and balancing the demands of full-time work with the completion of her PhD as well as a busy home life, she has first-hand experience of the challenges presented when menopause hits.

Contact Claire:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/claire-leader-35180944
Twitter/X: @ClaireLeader

More information and resources:

The menopause and mental health
RCN position statement: menopause and you at work
NHS menopause guidance for line managers and colleagues

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Barry Hill.

In this episode, Samina is joined by Barry Hill, Professor of Nursing and Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University. They discuss the challenges and barriers that are causing the drop in applications to nursing degrees and high rates of student nurse attrition, as well as the potential solutions to these.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Challenges that are contributing to high rates of student nurse attrition
• Policy changes that would benefit student nurse retention
• Alternative routes into nursing
• Examples of successful university projects aimed at reducing attrition

In the episode, Barry shared his three key actions targeted at students, academics and practicing nurses on improving the landscape and supporting student nurses in their degrees. At the end of the episode, Barry shares his insights into how to support students who are struggling with their workload and overcoming challenges in teamwork.

About Barry:

Barry Hill is a professor of Nursing and head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University. He is part of the University Executive Team, leading the strategic direction and development of the school. Throughout his career, Barry has been committed to improving student wellbeing, reducing attrition and enhancing student experiences, particularly in relation to the National Student Survey.

Contact Barry:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-barry-hill-377b98b7/
Twitter/X: @HonoraryGeordi_

More information and resources:

RePAIRing the student nurse journey: empowering interrupted students through innovative support strategies

Innovations in nurse education: creating the multisensory learning approach of The WISE Room

Nursing students: why are almost 40% leaving before they qualify?

The nine Belbin team roles

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Sophie Gardner.

In this bonus episode, Samina chats with Sophie Gardner, editor of the British Journal of Nursing (BJN). They discuss the major do's and don'ts of writing for publication, and Sophie even reveals some insider tips on getting published in the BJN.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Why nurses should write for publication
• Top tips for getting started with writing
• Sophie's pet peeves when it comes to manuscripts submitted to the BJN
• The peer review and editing process

About Sophie:

Sophie Gardner is an editorial director at MA Healthcare, and the editor of the British Journal of Nursing. After studying Molecular Genetics at Sussex University, Sophie began working in the sphere of healthcare publishing. In addition to overseeing all publications in MA Healthcare, Sophie works with her sub-editors to commission, edit and publish bi-weekly issues of the BJN.

Contact Sophie:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sophie-gardner-b3407636

More information and resources:

Beall's list of potentially predatory journals and publishers
British Journal of Nursing
MA Healthcare: guidance for authors

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Gillian Morris and Brian Webster.

In this episode, Samina is joined by Gillian Morris, lecturer at the University of Dundee, and Brian Webster, registered nurse and trainee district nurse at NHS Tayside. They discuss health promotion strategies that nurses can deliver when providing holistic, person-centred care.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Tips and tricks for delivering health promotion
• Assessing people's readiness to change
• Resources around lifestyle changes for signposting
• The role of the nurse in providing lifestyle advice and being a role model

Listen to the episode to hear Brian and Gillian talk about recommendations for lifestyle interventions and how they would deliver this. They also share their three key actions around brief interventions, being aware of the impact of health promotion and knowing the facts. At the end of the episode, Gillian and Brian work through a case study about a patient with back pain and diabetes, and share how they would go about recommending lifestyle changes in this scenario.

About Gillian and Brian:

Gillian is a lecturer at the University of Dundee. She is also a qualified advanced nurse practitioner and district nurse with a special interest in health promotion for non-communicable disease. Brian is a registered nurse and trainee district nurse at NHS Tayside. Brian also has an interest in health promotion, and both Gillian and Brian are members of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Contact:

Brian
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/brian-webster-4a208672
Twitter/X: @BrianWebster18

Gillian
Twitter/X: @mrsgmorris1

More information and resources:

Health promotion series:
Health promotion for person-centred care
Health promotion for non-communicable diseases: cardiovascular diseases
Health promotion for non-communicable diseases: cancers
Health promotion for non-communicable diseases: respiratory diseases
Health promotion for non-communicable diseases: diabetes

Making every contact count: improving surgical outcomes for patients

Health promotion resources:
Readiness to change
NHS MSK app
NHS Couch to 5k

Brian's podcast: Learning leadership 3 2 1

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical are