Registered Nurse and early-career clinician who began in med-surg and later transitioned units after facing burnout, emotional overload, and the intense learning curve of bedside nursing.

Patrick now advocates for:

• Sustainable nursing practice

• New-grad mentorship

• Honest conversations about burnout

• Mental health in healthcare workers

Learn how to confidently assess stroke symptoms, seizures, and neurological changes with practical bedside tips from experienced neuro ICU nurses. Perfect for new grads, ED nurses, med-surg teams, and anyone wanting stronger neuro skills.

 In this insightful episode, we delve into the world of forensic nursing with Simrita, a dedicated forensic nurse in Canada. Simrita shares her experiences and expertise, providing a comprehensive overview of the role’s scope, challenges, and the vital support forensic nurses offer to victims of violence.

In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Rob Timmings from ECT for Health, who shared invaluable insights into the management of chest pain in emergency settings. Whether you're a seasoned nurse or just starting your career, understanding the protocols for chest pain assessment is crucial.

Rob emphasized the need for standardized protocols in chest pain assessment. The OPQRST method serves as a foundational tool for evaluating chest pain, ensuring that all clinicians, regardless of experience, can effectively assess patients.

Welcome to a brand new season of Working Short: The Nursing Podcast! Join us as we explore vital nursing topics that matter, from assessing chest pain and conducting thorough neuro evaluations to sharing unforgettable patient stories. We’ll dive into specialized fields like fertility nursing, menopause, emergency nursing, and beyond. Discover the nuances of forensic nursing, explore the importance of sleep, and embark on the adventures of travel nursing! Listen to insightful discussions, expert advice, and all the laughs along the way.

A good workplace culture has many components. This week Phil and I chat about what we find effective in fostering positive workplaces and where we think there may be opportunities for improvement.

This week Phil and I are joined by Eleanor, an Irish trained RN. Eleanor spent several frustrating and expensive years pursuing her Canadian nursing registration. Although the system has reportedly improved this process, Eleanor’s story is one that will leave no doubt on why a change was needed.

On this episode Phil and I chat about the mass exodus of nurses from the profession. We discuss the rapid burnout of new nurses and what we see as potential explanations. Redefining burnout from a mid and end career concern to a new nurse problem is worth further investigation as it leaves all of us working short.