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👩⚕️As an Independent Nurse, I've discovered the beauty of shaping my professional skills and knowledge into a diverse career journey. From clinical shifts in school nursing to complex community safeguarding issues, every day brings new opportunities for growth and learning. Diving into projects as a consultant, I've had the privilege of exploring global healthcare supply, mapping education frameworks, and stretching my experience in workforce management. From case management to supporting polytrauma patients, I've thrived in bringing together rehabilitation pathways across boundaries and agencies. 💡 For those considering the leap into independence, here are three top tips: 1️⃣ Seek union advice on navigating the world of nurse entrepreneurship and self-employment. 2️⃣ Ensure you have robust professional indemnity coverage, as different clients and businesses may require varying levels of protection. 3️⃣ Build a network of fellow nurses for supervision, clinical reflection, and engagement. And if you're ever in need of guidance, feel free to drop me a DM! #IndependentNurse #NurseEntrepreneur #NursingJourney

I would love to hear other people's opinions and thoughts on how to address the challenges faced by paramedics seeking to diversify their careers outside of traditional ambulance services… Having continually tried to explore different roles, I often feel met with roadblocks. Despite being degree-qualified, I find myself in what feels like a "paramedic graveyard." Most recently, I attempted to apply for a Master of Social Work, only to struggle to prove how my paramedic experience aligns with social work principles. If I had a nursing degree, this would be a straightforward transition. This situation highlights a broader issue in Australia: the underutilisation of paramedics in primary healthcare. Paramedics are highly skilled professionals trained in crisis management, yet the healthcare system often views them solely as emergency responders. This narrow perspective restricts their potential in managing chronic conditions and engaging in preventative care, which are critical in today’s healthcare landscape. Furthermore, the absence of bridging courses from paramedicine to nursing exacerbates this problem. While paramedics possess invaluable practical experience, the lack of formal pathways to transition into nursing limits their opportunities for career advancement and full participation in primary healthcare roles. Recognising their potential in primary care could lead to the development of bridging programs that facilitate career transitions, enabling paramedics to leverage their skills more effectively. Embracing paramedics in primary healthcare will not only enhance workforce flexibility it will help fill critical service delivery gaps.

As senior nurses and AHP’s being passionate about your job, your patients, your career, or your relationships at work is commendable. That passion will naturally wax and wane over time in an ever-changing environment like healthcare, with so many varying factors to consider. When your relationships at work start waning your passion, isn’t it time you turned that around? To look at what you can control and reignite those positive feelings? If you are struggling to resolve this and would like to know more, drop me a message and let’s talk. #seniornurse #AHP #coaching

Giving this a signal boost as our Clinical Leadership Team is so important to the work we do. More details in the link in Rowan's post!

Wondering about the healthcare workforce and what can be done about recruitment and retention? Yesterday I looked at the Health Workforce Canada | Effectif de la santé Canada website. There is a really good example of how you can use the dashboards to understand what might be influencing the workforce in your field/ area. The example of John, a system planner   As a planner in his jurisdiction’s health workforce unit, John wants to understand what’s driving a decline in the number of licensed practical nurses (LPNs) working in long-term care in his province. He suspects an issue with the pipeline of nurse graduates into direct care roles in long-term care (LTC) and challenges in retaining nurses in the sector. John wonders if other jurisdictions are experiencing similar challenges.  5 things John learned  1. The number of LPNs working in LTC has been slowly decreasing, and at the same time the number of LPNs working in community health and other sectors has been slowly increasing, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.   2. While many jurisdictions have seen a similar increase in LPNs working in community settings, not all of them have had a decline in the number working in LTC.   3. The overall ratio of LPNs entering and exiting the profession has been relatively stable over the last few years, suggesting part of the challenge in his jurisdiction is retention specific to LTC.  4. About a quarter of recent LPN graduates in John’s jurisdiction registered to practice elsewhere, some in small neighbouring provinces but most in a large province with more job opportunities.  5. Not all provinces in John’s region are experiencing challenges in recruiting or retaining LPNs in LTC. The policy tracker revealed incentives such as higher hourly rates and retention bonuses have been implemented in neighbouring jurisdictions and may have been a factor in improved retention rates amongst recent LPN graduates in these areas. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gRQB-Npi Alberta Continuing Care Association Christian Health Association of Alberta Alberta Association On Gerontology

As senior nurses and AHP’s your head is probably all over the place at work, completing the tasks, or cares you give in your clinical roles. Multitasking is the norm, and hopefully you’ll get home on time. If your day is punctuated with challenges with your colleagues, it can be just another thing to have to try and navigate round. When clients come for coaching, some of you know exactly what it is you want to change. However, others feel like they are a bit all over the place, with lots of factors to consider. It takes a while to hone in on a single issue to work on first, and what that will achieve for them. Narrowing down the challenge helps you gain clarity and focus on cracking on with what you want to achieve. It’s not about addressing everything all at the same time. Jumping from pillar to post like you have to do at work, as situations arise. If this sounds familiar and you would like some help, drop me a message to arrange your free 30-minute call. #seniornurse #AHP #coaching

Job satisfaction It's been 4 yrs of clinical practice, interacting with both patients and staff. 7.30 am to 6.30 pm in most cases. Approximately 14 hours if it's a night shift. I do not like routine, every two yrs I find myself exploring other avenues in the field of nursing including personal growth. What is job satisfaction? What strategies are put in place to enhance job satisfaction? Am I responsible for my own satisfaction at work?

Harnessing every opportunity in your career is not Selfishness Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work across various specialty areas including nursing homes, emergency departments, stroke wards, acute hospital care, nursing management, patient flow units, community health, and with vulnerable healthcare populations. I have also embraced digital technology, integrating it into my personal and professional life, underscoring that nursing extends far beyond the bedside. In my first book “Emerge as an HealthPro”, I dedicated a chapter to exploring 30 entrepreneurship opportunities for nurses. This isn't about moving away from bedside care, but rather recognizing the myriad of possibilities beyond hospital walls. Nursing is global, diverse, and offers a wide range of career paths where one can still practice the core values of care, compassion, and skill. Guess what, my colleague and co-mentor, Ibilola Okunola, released a book titled "NEW ROLES FOR NORSES 100 Non-Clinical Jobs to Grow and Earn More. Details in the comment section I encourage everyone to explore this resource to realize the limitless opportunities available in our profession. I am grateful for where I am today, thanks to both divine grace and the ability to seize opportunities. I hope my journey inspires others to do the same. #NursingLeadership #InternationalNursing #NursingOpportunities #NursingEducation #DigitalNursing #EntrepreneurshipInNursing #HealthcareInnovation