The role of Nurse Practitioners in the healthcare system

In our first episode of the refreshed Vital Victoria podcast, our host Lucky Budd chats with Sarah Jesshope and Lynn Guengerich about the important role and history of nurse practitioners in our community. With two unique stories on how they came to this profession, they discuss the differences and overlaps between their roles and that of physicians and registered nurses. From assessing and diagnosing patients to prescribing medications and patient education, their practice and designated authorities enable them to play a vital role in their patient’s long-term health journey.