Episode 90: Breathing New FuturesThe latest Nursing Australia News (03:00) Global nurse equity, Aussie prescribing breakthrough, and tap water fentanyl scandal.Happy Birthday Matthew! (04:30) Lung Cancer Screening (05:55) Lung cancer is still Australia’s leading cause of cancer death, but a new national screening program promises to shift the landscape. So, what does this mean for practice, and how can nurses prepare to support patients through it? Matt speaks with Mel Laan, the Lung Cancer Nurse Consultant from Royal Adelaide Hospital, to find out. Sam - the APNA Nurse Scholar (16:15) APNA Nurse Scholar Sam takes us inside her journey — from the wards of Australia to a global classroom in London. We’ll hear what she learned, what inspired her, and how the experience is shaping her nursing practice.This episode is sponsored by Health Professionals Bank. It takes passion and dedication to be a healthcare professional. Every day you go above and beyond to treat, care for and help others in their time of need. That’s why at Health Professionals Bank, we believe you deserve a bank that cares about you and helps keep your finances healthy throughout your life. (Membership, responsible lending criteria and Terms and Conditions apply. Health Professionals Bank is a division of Teachers Mutual Bank Limited ABN 30 087 650 459 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 238981.)National Nursing Clinical Placements Program Campaign APNA Workforce Survey - Have YOUR SAY! Health Professionals Bank✨ Give Matt a birthday gift! Like & follow in Insta @saintmedaesthetics SAINT Medical Aesthetics Facebook; LinkedIn; National Lung Cancer Screening Program | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Healthcare provider toolkit | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing Lung cancer screening resources | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing National Lung Cancer Screening Program Health Workforce Education - Lung Foundation Australia National Lung Cancer Screening Program - NACCHO Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
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BONUS: Meet the Chief, Part Three
Meet the Chief, Part Three of ThreeShe's Australia's most senior nurse and in this instalment, Matt St. Ledger talks to adjunct professor, Alison McMillan about the the changes that could redefine nursing as we know it... We're casting our eyes forward - beyond the day-to-day, to what's next for the profession. From the growing influence of Nurse Practitioners and expanded scope of practice, to how we stay connected as a workforce in a system under pressure. What will it take to future proof nursing? And how do we make sure nurses are at the centre of change and not just reacting to it? Its the final episode of this bonus series, but the conversation doesn't end here — nurses are driving innovation, shaping policy and redefining what healthcare policy looks like. Stay informed, stay connected and keep leading from the front. And stay tuned for more healthcare news. This highly anticipated special series has been produced by Leith Alexander.Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanythingHosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith AlexanderProduced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St LedgerClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanythingHosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith AlexanderProduced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St LedgerClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
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BONUS: Meet the Chief, Part Two
Meet the Chief, Part Two of ThreeShe's Australia's most senior nurse and in this instalment, Matt St. Ledger talks to adjunct professor, Alison McMillan about the the changes that could redefine nursing as we know it... From the expanding role of Nurse Practitioners, to the future of nurse prescribing. What's possible, what's coming and whats standing in the way. This isn’t just about titles — it’s about impact, voice, and the quiet power behind the scenes of national healthcare. Keep an eye on your favourite podcast listening apps as part 3 drops next week. This highly anticipated special series has been produced by Leith Alexander.Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanythingHosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith AlexanderProduced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St LedgerClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
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BONUS: Meet the Chief, Part One
Meet the Chief, Part One of ThreeShe’s the most senior nurse in the country — but what do we really know about Australia’s Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan? Matt St Ledger sat down in Canberra with Allison for an in-depth 1 on 1 In today’s first part, discover the role, uncover the person behind the title, and explore the challenges of online trolling and disaster management in healthcare leadership. This isn’t just about titles — it’s about impact, voice, and the quiet power behind the scenes of national healthcare. And keep an eye on your favourite podcast listening apps as part 2 and 3 drop over the coming weeks. This highly anticipated special series has been produced by Leith AlexanderClick here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
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Ep. 89 Rhythms & Ooze: Tales from the Treatment Room
The latest Nursing Australia News (02:15) Global workforce warning, Aussie nursing wins, cheeky pill pilfer, and UK pay revolt.Wound Care - The Golden Rules (04:45) Jess Tully is joined by the wound care specialist Melissa Freeman to break down the golden rules of wound care — whether you’re managing chronic ulcers, surgical sites, discover eye-opening principles you can apply to practice.Atrial Fibrillation (14:20) It’s estimated that 500,000 Australians have been diagnosed with AF. While this is only 2% of the population, the impact of undiagnosed and undertreated AF can be catastrophic. Dr Kate Annear rejoins Nursing Australia Discover info on AF and more at the Quality Use of Medicines Hub Join The Obesity Collective in shifting the conversation on weight and health. Access free resources today at theobesitycollective.org.au Discover the Life Program Discover info on AF and more at the Quality Use of Medicines Hub FLORENCE App by APNA Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
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