If there's one thing that nurses have to deal with on a daily basis, it's uncertainty. From patients who may be suddenly deteriorating to doctors who constantly change their orders. Nurses are constantly having to adapt and respond to new situations. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I am sharing with you how to deal with uncertainties as a nurse. While dealing with uncertainty can sometimes be challenging, it's also what makes nursing so interesting and rewarding. Uncertainty ...
Aug 08, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 66
You may have heard the saying, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression." The same is true for your professional life. How you present yourself—both online and in person—is essential to having a successful career. By taking the time to create a strong personal brand, you'll be able to stand out from the competition and shine in your field. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I am sharing with you reasons why you must professionally brand your applications. Someti...
Aug 01, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 65
We all know that feeling. That sense of being overwhelmed and completely drained. Burnout Is a common occurrence in high-stress clinical careers, but it's important not to judge yourself harshly for experiencing it. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I am sharing with you reasons why you should not be judging your burnout, after all it’s literally inevitable in the industry. What if we stopped trying to judge and avoid it and we prepared for it? What if we could prep ahead of ti...
Jul 25, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In the world of nursing, there are a lot of unfounded career myths floating around, and it's hard to know what's true and what's not. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I am debunking career myths that might be holding you back from achieving your goals. These myths are based on my 11 years+ experience as a nurse, a leader and a career coach, as well as from conversations from coaching hundreds of nurses. Career myths can be insidious because they can seep into your subconscious...
Jul 18, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 63
We've all heard of the saying, "There's safety in numbers." But what about when it comes to the workplace? How can you create a psychologically safe environment in your office? This week’s episode of High Performance Nursing is from an interview by Elaina Mullery from The Happy Nurse Podcast. Elaina is a nurse who's on a mission to reduce burnout among healthcare professionals and is the founder of Happy Nurse. In our conversation, we emphasised the importance of setting a space for psychologica...
Jul 11, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Although most people consider wounds to be a negative thing, they are actually a necessary part of the healing process. By providing good wound care, you can speed up the healing process and minimize the chances of infection or other complications. In this episode of High Performance Nursing, I had a lesson-filled conversation with Donna Nair. Donna is an advanced practice nurse with 20 years of wound care experience and has completed accredited lymphedema training as well. In our conversation, ...
Jul 04, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Like many other professions, midwifery has a history of being predominantly female. But there are a growing number of men who are choosing to become midwives. So what is it that attracts men to this career? And what are the challenges they face? In this week's episode of High-Performance Nursing, I have an engaging conversation with Liam Jackson. Liam is a pediatric complex care specialist with a master's in pediatric nursing and mental health. We take a look at the growing trend of male midwive...
Jun 27, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Looking for an edge in your job search? Are you a recent graduate? Are you having a hard time finding a job that matches your qualifications? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Graduate Career Launch Program is for you! The Graduate Career Launch Program (GCLP) is an intensive program that provides the skills and connections you need to start your career. You’ll learn how to network, build a personal brand, and land your dream job, plus you’ll get exclusive access to resourc...
Jun 20, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 59
It sounds a little weird, right? Popping your career, life and business. But what if it were possible? What if you could just snap your fingers and have everything you ever wanted in those areas? Well, it's not quite that easy. However, there are some things you can do to help make your dreams a reality. In this week's episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Bec McFarland. Bec is a career and business coach and is the owner of Pop! Your Career. She is also a D...
Jun 20, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 58
There is something special about paediatric nursing. It is often said that nurses who care for children are the healers of the Healer. Why is this? What sets paediatric nursing apart from other areas of nursing? In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a wonderful conversation with Jemima Jane. Jemima has been a paediatric nurse for years and has navigated through the nursing world with flying colours. Jemima shares her insights on what it takes to be a great paediatric nurse a...
Jun 13, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Are you nearing the end of your nursing degree and feeling anxious about your future? Don't worry, you're not alone. A lot of students feel overwhelmed when it comes to finding their dream job after graduation. But don't fret, there are plenty of ways to make the process a little less daunting. In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I am answering one of the most asked questions to me - how do you land your dream graduate position? Landing in your dream graduate position is often a ...
Jun 06, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Are you one of the few fortunate people whose profession became their passion? In the world of nursing, care is not just about the sick, nursing the human spirit is also a significant duty that nurses heed. However, not all nurses will be ready to embark on life-changing journeys. These are often filled with uncomfortable situations and the first-hand experience of impoverished medical management. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a wonderful conversation with Sarah Mors...
May 30, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Most of us are guilty of not recognizing our own worth. It’s our human nature to think that a sense of worthiness is only possible when we have more things and accomplishments. However, I’m here to prove that you are worthy right here, right now. In this episode of High Performance Nursing, I decided to record a random talk session about feeling worthy. Have you ever had the feeling of needing to outsource your worthiness for it to be valid? I had been in situations like this when I don’t feel w...
May 23, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 54
We see bullying in various forms and in different parts of our society. We may think that bullying can only be seen in schools, but it’s rampant even in workplaces. Today, we’ll be speaking about the impacts of bullying within the healthcare profession with Tammy Copley. She’s been a long-time advocate of stopping bullying in the health industry hence the creation of Nurses and Midwives Against Bullying Australia . In this week’s episode of the High Performance Nursing, I welcome back the amazin...
May 18, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 53
There's no question that we all want to be wealthy. But how do you go about building wealth while knowing your worth ? It can be tricky, but it's definitely not impossible. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Lauren Bell, a registered nurse who is also a consciousness coach, helping healthcare professionals in building wealth while knowing their self-worth. According to Lauren, one of the main things that get in the way of healthcare profess...
May 16, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 52
So, you're thinking about changing your career? That's a big decision! But what if you're not sure what you want to do? Or maybe you've been at your job for a while and you’re starting to feel stuck? It's okay - it's normal to feel this way. A lot can change over the course of ten years, or even five. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Hannah Sawyer, a registered nurse who ventured into becoming a master mindset coach. So, what’s with the c...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 51
A lot of people tend to stop themselves from pursuing a big goal. We constantly hold back because of imposter syndrome and the fear of failure. With podcasting, I’ve realised that failing can be a beautiful thing. It may be hard, but I’ve always been determined to push myself to experience the highs and the lows. As we celebrate the 50th episode of the High Performance Nursing, I decided to record a solo episode to celebrate this milestone. A year ago, I never thought that I’d be able to publish...
May 02, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Are you feeling stuck in your career? Are you looking for a change, but don't know where to start? Don't worry, you're not alone. Making a career change can be scary, but it's also an exciting adventure. In this week’s episode of High Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Rory Tanner, a lifeguard turned nurse and educator. Rory owns multiple education businesses and is very passionate about ADHD, personal development, mindset, psychology, technology & software. Accordin...
Apr 25, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Think you have the toughest job in nursing? Cardiac nurses would beg to differ. Dealing with heart patients and their myriad issues takes a special kind of nurse – one who is skilled, knowledgeable, and unflappable. In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Georgia Sibley, a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cardiology. Georgia thinks that in order to give the greatest clinical treatment and ensure patient safety, nurses must acquire a thorough awarene...
Apr 18, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Are you feeling run down? Burned out? Stressed? It's time for some self-care! Clinicians are notorious for putting themselves last, but we need to take care of ourselves if we want to be effective in our work. In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Diana Page, a burnout survivor turned burnout educator, Nurse/NP mentor, Neurology NP, self-care strategist, and mom of two toddlers. According to Diana, we need to think of self-care as an investmen...
Apr 11, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 47
What does it take to become a midwife? A lot of hard work, dedication, and some natural talent. From the moment you start your training, you are on a journey that will test your resolve, time and time again. There are many hours of studying and hands-on experience that is required before one can even be considered for the profession. But it is a journey well worth taking, as the job comes with a different sense of satisfaction. In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I had an interes...
Apr 04, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 46
What could be more liberating than enjoying a good meal without worrying about calories, carbs, or points? For many people, eating without restrictions is a dream come true. And that's exactly what Cristina Capucci promises. In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I had a fascinating conversation with Cristina Capucci, a Registered Dietitian with a Master of Health Science. She is an advocate for client-centered care, with her clients driving the decisions that work best for them. Cr...
Mar 28, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 45
If you're feeling lost in your career, or like you're just not quite sure what you want to do next, don't worry - you're not alone. Many people feel this way at some point in their lives. The good news is that there are things you can do to get clarity on what you want and where your career is headed. In this episode, I am going to show you a 6-step framework to get career clarity and start moving forward again. You've probably had moments where you've asked yourself, "What am I doing with my li...
Mar 21, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this week’s episode of High-Performance Nursing, I have a fascinating conversation with Jess Lucia. She is a nurse and a nurse coach at the same time who has helped hundreds of healthcare professionals be at their best. Her passion for healthcare professionals led her to become a coach, specifically for nurses. She knows how it goes with being a nurse, and she understands how difficult the job can be. In our conversation, Jess and I talk about how nurses can find their passion in life and con...
Mar 14, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Nurses know that they have a passion for helping and taking care of others, but knowing this is never enough to get them through the difficult times. Even before the whole pandemic situation, one may see some nurses losing enthusiasm for their work. In this episode of High Performance Nursing, I chat with the fabulous Nurul Norzahari. She is a Registered Nurse, Personal Trainer, and the Founder of FitNurseCo. Her 10 years of combined work experience has been moving and motivating health professi...
Mar 07, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In this episode of High Performance Nursing, I speak with the amazing Beth Montano. She is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Medical Oncology and the CEO & Founder of Autonomic. Beth has over 12 years of nursing experience and through Autonomic, she’s on a mission to help nurses to love their work. It’s no secret that working as a nursing professional or in most healthcare industries is extremely tiring and nurses experience burnout and constant stress. For nurses to love their work, it’s essen...
Feb 28, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this solo episode, I had a quick talk on the 4 key areas nursing professionals need to explore during a job search. Typically, nurses would only use one platform when it comes to seeking opportunities and I would often get asked where is the best place to look for jobs. What nursing professionals don’t realise is that there are lots of opportunities out there, they just have to create them. Nurses would usually use cold email outreach and look for jobs in ways they are familiar with - going t...
Feb 21, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode, I had a fun and informative talk with Charlotte Reynolds, who has been a colleague back in the UK. She is an ICU nurse and a nurseprenuer at the same time with her very own aesthetics clinic. Charlotte had years of experience as an ICU nurse until she gave birth and realized that she needed to do something different. And that’s where the aesthetics clinic started. At first, she was afraid of venturing into something she wasn’t really familiar with. She is afraid of what other pe...
Feb 14, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Athol Hann. He’s a Clinical Emergency Nurse, Founder of AtholTech, and fwards app and known for his Burnout No More courses. Athol experienced first-hand what burnout feels like for healthcare professionals and started questioning if he can stay with his profession in the long run. Surprisingly, he wasn’t aware that he was experiencing burnout until he had hateful feelings towards work. He went from someone who loves the nursing profession ...
Feb 07, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of setting your impossible career goals. In today's society, you are often told that we should set modest goals and not aim too high. But what if you don't want to live a life of mediocrity? What if you're the type of person who wants to push yourself to your limits and achieve great things? If this feels exciting to you, then it’s time to go ahead and set impossible goals! You may be excited at the initial thought, but also tempted to give up before y...
Jan 31, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 37
