My experience as a neurodiverse nurse in the NHS
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Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Jo Laplana (Registered Nurse), to discuss his experience as a neurodiverse nurse working in the NHS. The discussion explores the barriers that exist within the health service for neurodiverse staff, what adjustments can look like and when they should be implemented, and the wider responsibility of the NHS to improve the experience of its staff. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: ...
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International nursing: what can the NHS learn from other health systems?
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Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Dina Paolini (Clinical Nurse Specialist and Career Coach for International Nurses), to discuss the role of internationally educated nurses in the NHS, and what NHS can learn from other health systems. The discussion explores the successes and limitations associated with the German, Italian and Canadian health services, as well as what barriers exist within the NHS. Do you have a career coaching question for Dina? Contact her directly at: [email protected] We're always keen...
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How do we bring nursing and the community together?
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Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Nicki Thomas (Registered Kidney Nurse and Professor), to explore how we can bring nurses and the communities they serve closer together. The discussion covers Nicki's experiences working in long-term kidney disease prevention in south east London, and details some examples of community outreach programmes that have been successful in improving access to healthcare. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an...
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What's next in treating IBD and Crohn's disease?
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Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Shellie Radford (Nurse Researcher) to discuss new developments in the treatment of IBD and Crohn's disease, whether current approaches are too reactive rather than proactive, and how nurses can help patients address the psychological impacts of IBD. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: ...
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Artificial Intelligence: how will it impact nursing and GI care?
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Welcome back to the BJN podcast! We're excited to be launching season 3, and kicking things off with an exploration into all things artificial intelligence. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Laurence Lovat (Professor in Gastroenterology and Biophotonics at UCL) to discuss how AI will impact nursing, whether it will replace or augment the role of the nurse, how it can improve the delivery of care and what future developments are on the horizon. We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's...
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Transition in epilepsy
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Sheila Shepley (nurse practitioner, Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust) speaks with Rita Som (editor, British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing) about how epilepsy nurses and specialists can help people with epilepsy transition from childhood to adult services. The discussion covers the reasons and criteria for transitioning, as well as education, support and monitoring, with practical insights on overcoming challenges to a smooth transition. This educational episode was initiated and funded by Neuraxpharm UK Ltd. The date of recording was June 2025. Job code NXUK 0225 16. This episode is...
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Let's talk Nursing takeover: student nurse attrition
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In this takeover episode, Barry Hill, Professor of Nursing and Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University talks to Samina Hashimi about the drop in applications to nursing degrees as well as the high rates of attrition. In the episode, Barry shared his three key actions targeted at students, academics and practicing nurses on improving the landscape and supporting student nurses in their degrees. At the end of the episode, Barry shares his insights into how to support students who are struggling with their workload and overcoming challenges in teamwork. BJN...
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Convatec GentleCath™ Intermittent Catheters with FeelClean™ Technology: An Innovative Solution for Clinical Challenges
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In this episode, our guest speakers, Alyson Laws, Queen’s Nurse and Community Lead at Newcastle Specialist Continence Service, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Marilyn Ngwenya, Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist at St. James University Hospital, will discuss intermittent catheter technology, spotlighting the pressing clinical challenges that drive the need for continual innovation. Moreover, we’ll gain invaluable insights as patient Judith Prosser shares her first-hand experiences during the discussion.
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Leadership
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In this episode, Brian Webster and Geoffrey Walker discuss what it takes to be an effective leader.
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Cloud-based speech recognition for fast and cost-effective clinical documentation
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In this episode, Adrian Byrne,Chief Information Officer at the University Hospital Southampton, discusses how 3M M*Modal speech-recognition software can provide fast and cost-effective clinical documentation and how this innovative technology is freeing up nurses’ and doctors’ time so they can focus on patient care.
info_outlineSheila Shepley (nurse practitioner, Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust) speaks with Rita Som (editor, British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing) about how epilepsy nurses and specialists can help people with epilepsy transition from childhood to adult services. The discussion covers the reasons and criteria for transitioning, as well as education, support and monitoring, with practical insights on overcoming challenges to a smooth transition. This educational episode was initiated and funded by Neuraxpharm UK Ltd. The date of recording was June 2025. Job code NXUK 0225 16. This episode is intended for UK healthcare professionals interested in epilepsy. The views expressed are those of Sheila Shepley.