Nursing Australia
A news and education podcast for Australian Nurses, working together towards a healthier Australia. Proudly presented by APNA, the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association.
Episodes
Welcome to our SEPTIC special. In Part One, THE MOTHER, Mary Steele shares her life-changing encounter with sepsis. In Part Two, THE CLINICIAN, Brett Abbenbroek guides us through the vital knowledge that can help save lives from sepsis.
The latest Nursing Australia News (04:10) Dangerous age bias, Queensland’s workforce crumble, and Florida’s very own fake nurse fiasco.
Segment 1: THE MOTHER (06:25)
Mary Steele tragically...
From loss and resilience to literary triumph — nurse and author Rhonda McCoy opens up about her life and debut novel Crow. Plus, we peer into the world of cyber and financial security — and why nurses could be the next big targets.
The latest Nursing Australia News (04:35) Aussie CDC, Nursing Emergency, Lung screens, and Festival of Nursing 2026
Segment 1: THE CROW (06:55)
Segment 2: STOLEN: Understanding Financial ...
A content note for Australian listeners: this episode discusses suicide and domestic violence. If you need support at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732. For international listeners: Please see links below for global crisis support services, or Google ‘crisis support’ in your area.
The latest Nursing Australia News (00:00) Chronic gaps, tackling health challenges in Berlin, and Trump p...
Episode 90: Breathing New Futures
The 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 pat...
Meet the Chief, Part Three of Three
She'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 conne...
Meet the Chief, Part Two of Three
She'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,...
Meet the Chief, Part One of Three
She’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 ...
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.
Nursing Australia's Stigma, Science & The Stage is Set for Nurses presents:
The latest Nursing Australia News (04:00) Paid placements, Tasmania strikes, and TikTok popularises dangerous practice.
Segment 1: The Vital Role of Nurses in Ending HIV Transmission (07:10) We shine a spotlight on HIV in Australia—where we stand, what’s changing, and the frontline interventions making a difference. Hear directly from the te...
The June Edition of Nursing Australia presents:
The latest Nursing Australia News (03:25) RN Prescribing Approved, Rural Nurse Bonuses, and AI Triage Sparks Debate.
Segment 1: Eating Disorders (05:15) A clinical deep-dive with Inside Out Australia exploring the latest evidence, diagnostic challenges, and treatment innovations in eating disorders—designed to support health professionals in delivering best-practice care.
Segment 2: ...
This episode of Nursing Australia presents:
The latest Nursing Australia News (03:15)
Workforce under strain, NP prescribing green-lit, and Rural nurse housing subsidy.
Seg 1 (04:45) Meet Florence
Discover Florence, the free app making CPD easy for nurses! Prue Baum from APNA explains how it helps you track everything you learn on the go.
Seg 2: (18:20) Expanding your Scope of Practice
Ready for rural nursing? Nurse Jess shares h...
Last episode Leith spoke with Matt about his experience working at a Medical Cannabis Facility in WA. Matt is also a medicinal cannabis user himself and is studying counselling. As promised, here is the extended interview. Enjoy, and see you next week for our May episode!
Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St ...
We’re diving into medicinal cannabis—how it works, who it helps, and the role nurses are playing. Serving 3 perspectives, featuring expert insights, patient stories, and behind-the-scenes at a cannabis facility, this episode unpacks a fast-evolving area of healthcare.
The Episode of Nursing Australia presents:
The latest Nursing Australia News (03:36) Major psych clinic shutdown, global health security risk and public health cig...
In this episode of Nursing Australia - The Slammer:
The latest Nursing Australia News (04:26) Ozempic for alcoholism, nursing assistant $100,000 fraud, and foreign nurse fast-track.
Seg 1 Kellie & Di - Prison Nurses (07:38) Behind bars, beyond duty—meet Kellie & Di, two Aussie prison nurses making a difference. 🚔💉 #HealthcareBehindBars
Seg 2: Step behind the bars - meet Blake (17:45) Step inside the world of prison ...
In this episode of the Nursing Australia podcast: MAJOR gaps in dementia training among health professionals, as well as lack of general knowledge among the general population; PLUS: Did you know 1 in 4 Australians over 65 are prescribed antidepressants (compared with 1 in 7 from the average Australia population); and of course, the latest healthcare news.
The latest Nursing Australia News (02:05): Broken heart patches,...
We interrupt this programming to introduce 🌞🎙️ Nursing Australia’s Summer Series! This 4-part, limited series will deliver a dose of nursing insights to your ears 🎧each week throughout the month of January. Dive into the heart and soul of Australian healthcare 🩺with inspiring stories, expert insights, and a touch of summer vibes as we profile 4 of Australia’s favourite nurses☀️🌊
In this fourth (4th) installment of ou...
We interrupt this programming to introduce 🌞🎙️ Nursing Australia’s Summer Series! This 4-part, limited series will deliver a dose of nursing insights to your ears 🎧each week throughout the month of January. Dive into the heart and soul of Australian healthcare 🩺with inspiring stories, expert insights, and a touch of summer vibes as we profile 4 of Australia’s favourite nurses☀️🌊
In this third (3rd) installment of our...
We interrupt this programming to introduce 🌞🎙️ Nursing Australia’s Summer Series! This 4-part, limited series will deliver a dose of nursing insights to your ears 🎧each week throughout the month of January. Dive into the heart and soul of Australian healthcare 🩺with inspiring stories, expert insights, and a touch of summer vibes as we profile 4 of Australia’s favourite nurses☀️🌊
In this second (2nd) installment of ou...
We interrupt this programming to introduce 🌞🎙️ Nursing Australia’s Summer Series! This 4-part, limited series will deliver a dose of nursing insights to your ears 🎧each week throughout the month of January. Dive into the heart and soul of Australian healthcare 🩺with inspiring stories, expert insights, and a touch of summer vibes as we profile 4 of Australia’s favourite nurses☀️🌊
In this first installment of our Summ...
In this episode of the Nursing Australia podcast, get ready for a groundbreaking new campaign called 'Treating the Whole Person' which set to change everything you thought you knew about primary care. Meet the nurses championing this message. Plus, vaping is on the rise the startling latest stats - here's how you can help.
The latest Nursing Australia News (03:00): Endometriosis sufferers windfall, Aged C...
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