Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast WORKING SHORT: The Nursing Podcast
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Let’s Talk and Reflect Together | 10 juin 2026 | 00:51:20 | |
In this honest reflection episode, we explore the messy, beautiful, non-linear evolution of nursing confidence — from those overwhelming early shifts to the moment things start to “click”… and what it feels like to become new again in a new unit.
Whether you're one year in, five years in, or stepping into a new specialty, this conversation offers reassurance, connection, and clarity.
The mental load of the first 1–2 years
Running every decision by someone — and why it’s normal
How systems + routines finally fall into place
Becoming aware of the whole unit, not just your assignment
Learning through mistakes without shame
The “confidence dip” when changing departments
The role of supportive teams in skill-building
Staying somewhere you love vs. chasing change
Why nursing always keeps you humble | |||
| Let’s Talk to the Rapid Response Nurse! | 26 mai 2026 | 00:52:48 | |
In an illuminating episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Sarah Lorenzini, the eminent voice behind the Rapid Response RN podcast, who joined us for an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of rapid response nursing. If you are an acute care nurse, ER nurse, or simply passionate about nursing, this conversation is essential listening. Sarah shared her passion for rapid response nursing to respond effectively to emergencies outside the emergency room. The aim is to intervene swiftly to prevent emergencies from escalating. She emphasized the proactive nature of her role, explaining how her team frequently responds to early warnings from nurses who have an intuition that "something's up" with their patients. Sarah detailed her process of assessing a patient's stability, which prioritizes compensation symptoms over raw vital signs figures. Sarah advocated for using shared language when calling doctors, emphasizing the urgency of the situation without overwhelming details and being detailed but concise. She also introduced the CUSS method for communication: expressing Concern, Uncomfortableness, and Safety to highlight serious issues effectively. We discussed how med-surg nurses can aid rapid response efforts. Sarah advised having recent vital signs and blood sugar levels ready, being familiar with patient charts, and ensuring IVs are working. She emphasized the importance of teamwork, reiterating that often the simplest interventions—like ensuring a patient’s oxygen is actually flowing—can make significant differences. This conversation provides potent reminders and learning for all in the nursing field. From recognizing subtle warning signs to navigating the nuances of patient wishes and communication with doctors, Sarah Lorenzini offers critical perspectives that underscore the profound responsibility and reward in rapid response nursing. We look forward to future episodes with Sarah and further explorations into the important role nurses play in patient care. | |||
| Let’s Talk to Nurse Keri-Rose | 12 mai 2026 | 00:54:30 | |
00:00 Seizure Caught on Camera 00:42 Meet the Guest 01:42 Early Symptoms Misread 03:56 Diagnosis and Med Changes 09:21 2017 Drop Attack Begins 12:19 Scary Episodes in Public 17:21 EMU Finds Heart Stopping 20:14 Keppra Side Effects Spiral 23:24 SEEG and Surgical Setback 28:25 Probe Removal Complication 29:54 Tech Glitches Reset 30:35 CSF Leak Scare 31:34 Nun at Bedside 33:51 Pacemaker Fallout 37:06 Recovery and Meds 38:45 New York Times Story 41:56 Working in Neuro 43:36 Epilepsy Advocacy 46:44 Clinic Waitlist Reality 49:09 Supporting Patients 52:31 Resources and Conferences 54:31 Closing Reflections | |||
| Let’s Talk About Menopause | 28 avr. 2026 | 00:32:39 | |
· Naturopathic holistic model: · Integrates lifestyle optimization (sleep, stress, diet, exercise), symptom management, and pharmacologic therapy where indicated. · Emphasis on patient empowerment and sustained habit formation recognizing the effort required for meaningful change. · Preventive care: · Screening labs for cardiometabolic risk (e.g., diabetes, heart disease) based on age and symptoms. · Body composition focus (muscle mass maintenance), and standard preventive screening (mammograms, Pap tests). · Cycle tracking enhances staging awareness and guides care decisions. · Interprofessional collaboration: · Patients benefit from combined support of family physicians and naturopathic doctors; coordination emphasizes patient-centered care rather than provider turf. · Nursing practice alignment with holistic ethos: empathetic listening, normalization of experiences, and comprehensive symptom support. | |||
| Let’s Talk About Travel Nursing | 14 avr. 2026 | 00:56:56 | |
The exact steps to become a U.S. travel nurse as a Canadian CGFNS + CES credentialing State nursing license (Washington recommended) TN visa process at the border Social Security & onboarding logistics How travel nurse pay actually works Tax-free stipends vs taxable hourly wage Maintaining a “tax home” for duplicate expenses What weekly income really looks like ($2,300/week USD) Pros & cons of travel nursing Flexibility, high pay, and geographic freedom Floating first, contract cancellations, and unit culture variability Choosing agencies & recruiters Importance of a good recruiter (shout-out to Aya) Transitioning from travel to staff Why Mady moved to an outpatient peri-op role Mental health and lifestyle improvement Cultural difference in U.S. vs Canadian healthcare Insurance awareness & financial stress for patients System values and nurse autonomy experiences | |||
| Let’s Talk About Emergency Nursing | 31 mars 2026 | 00:54:05 | |
Stabilize first, diagnose later: Airway, breathing, circulation always come before anything else The ER is uncertainty-heavy: Work with minimal info and build your differential as you go Nurse-initiated actions matter: ER nurses can give fluids, aspirin, even epi when life-threatening Med-surg and ER thinking are different: Known problem vs ruling out the worst first CTAS is not about sick vs not-sick: Stable vitals ≠ safe; patients can deteriorate fast Pace & prioritization: You can’t do everything—prioritize immediate threats, then reassess Team culture saves patients: Ask for help early; no one can manage two crashing patients alone Resource pressure is real: Offload delays + hallway care = constant need to move patients | |||
| Let’s Talk About Sleep | 17 mars 2026 | 00:42:09 | |
Key Takeaways: Understand the stages of sleep and their roles in cognitive health. Learn about chronotypes and how they affect sleep patterns. Explore effective strategies for managing light exposure and incorporating naps. Discover the importance of a consistent pre-sleep routine. Gain insights into creating an optimal sleep environment. | |||
| Let’s Talk Fertility Nursing | 03 mars 2026 | 00:39:51 | |
Emotional realities of infertility: feelings of desperation, shame, and isolation. Importance of supportive communication in fertility care. Overview of diagnostic workflows, including semen analysis and ovarian reserve indicators. Treatment pathways: IUI vs. IVF and associated costs. Discussion on employer benefits covering fertility treatments. Insights on fertility preservation, particularly egg freezing. | |||
| Let’s talk to Nurse Patrick | 17 févr. 2026 | 00:56:55 | |
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 | |||
| Let’s talk Neuro | 03 févr. 2026 | 00:56:55 | |
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. | |||
| Let’s Talk Forensic Nursing | 19 janv. 2026 | 00:50:02 | |
Forensic nursing is an often-overlooked specialty that plays a crucial role in addressing intentional interpersonal violence. This field encompasses a range of issues, including sexual assault, intimate partner violence, elder and child abuse, and human trafficking. Unlike general emergency care, forensic nursing requires a unique focus on the interpersonal context of violence, ensuring that victims receive not only medical attention but also the comprehensive support they need. The Scope of Forensic Nursing Forensic nursing operates at the intersection of healthcare and the legal system. It provides specialized care for victims of violence, ensuring their medical needs are met while preserving evidence for potential legal proceedings. This dual focus helps victims navigate the complexities of their situations, providing a bridge between medical care and law enforcement. In Canada, forensic nursing typically involves conducting thorough examinations of patients who have experienced violence within the last seven days. This time frame is critical for preserving evidentiary value, which is essential for any subsequent legal action. Patient-Centered Care A significant aspect of forensic nursing is the emphasis on patient autonomy and consent. Forensic nurses work closely with victims, ensuring they are medically cleared before any examination. The process is deeply personal, requiring the establishment of trust and respect for the patient's wishes. Nurses take the time to explain each step of the examination, allowing patients to control the process. The exams can be extensive, often lasting up to three hours, and involve a head-to-toe assessment, documentation of injuries, and collection of specimens for toxicology and STI testing. This thorough approach is vital in building a strong case, should the patient choose to pursue legal action. Collaborative Support Systems Forensic nurses are not alone in their work; they often collaborate with various support services. In many cases, advocates from organizations such as the Surrey Women's Centre accompany patients during examinations to address their psychosocial needs. This integrated support system is crucial in helping victims regain a sense of control and empowerment. After an examination, patients are linked to additional resources, including specialized clinics and victim services, ensuring they have ongoing support as they navigate their healing journey. Ethical Challenges and Emotional Resilience Despite the rewarding nature of forensic nursing, the emotional toll can be significant. Nurses in this field frequently encounter traumatic stories and distressing situations, leading to moral injury and burnout. It is essential for forensic nurses to practice self-care and seek support to manage the emotional burden of their work. Maintaining neutrality is another challenge. Forensic nurses often serve as expert witnesses in court, requiring them to present facts without bias. This role can create tension between their advocacy for victims and the impartiality expected in legal settings. The Call for Increased Awareness One of the pressing issues in forensic nursing is the need for greater public awareness and education about violence as a healthcare issue. Many victims remain silent due to shame or a lack of understanding about available resources. By normalizing conversations around safety and providing discreet access to support, healthcare professionals can empower victims to seek help. Routine screening for domestic violence in emergency departments is critical. Integrating simple questions like "Do you feel safe?" into assessments can help identify victims and connect them with the resources they need. | |||
| Let’s talk Chest Pain | 06 janv. 2026 | 01:08:05 | |
In this episode of Working Short, we chat with Rob Timmings from ECT for Health about essential strategies for managing chest pain in emergency settings. Rob introduces the OPQRST method—an effective framework for assessing chest pain. Rob highlights the importance of quick diagnostics, emphasizing that ECGs should be performed within 10 minutes and troponin levels monitored. He discusses the critical medications for chest pain management, including aspirin, GTN, heparin, and tenecteplase (TNK), while also stressing the updated approach to oxygen therapy—now reserved for patients with SpO2 below 94%.Tune in for a comprehensive look at effective chest pain management that can significantly impact patient outcomes in emergency nursing! | |||
| Season 4 Trailer | 05 janv. 2026 | 00:01:51 | |
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. | |||
| Let’s talk about workplace culture | 04 juin 2024 | 00:50:22 | |
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. | |||
| Let’s talk about international nursing | 28 mai 2024 | 00:41:14 | |
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. | |||
| Let’s talk about burnout | 21 mai 2024 | 00:51:26 | |
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. | |||
| Let’s get to know each other | 14 mai 2024 | 00:50:47 | |
This week Phil and I take some time to get to know each other a bit better as nurses. We dig a little deeper into the things we like, don’t like, and hope to never have to do again as nurses. | |||
| Let’s talk about becoming a nurse practitioner | 07 mai 2024 | 00:00:45 | |
This week Phil and I chat with Taran about her road to becoming a nurse practitioner. Taran shares all the helpful tips on pursuing the NP role as well as what a day in the life looks like. Join us as we get the inside scoop on becoming an NP. | |||
| Season 3 Trailer: Anthem and Phil are back! | 30 avr. 2024 | 00:00:58 | |
| Let’s Talk About the Intimate, but not Personal Role of a Nurse | 11 juil. 2023 | 00:41:06 | |
In our final episode of Season 2, Phil and I have a cathartic conversation about the nurse role. Reflecting on the notion that nursing is both intimate, but also impersonal, we share stories and experiences of times where we needed to lean in and when we needed to take a step back. Join us as we allow ourselves to have an unscripted and genuine conversation about navigating the emotional and connected work that we do. | |||
| Let’s Talk About Moving to America | 28 juin 2023 | 00:40:00 | |
This week Phil and I catch up with our old friend Madeline who recently moved south of the border. Although we miss her terribly, we were excited to get a first hand report of the expensive and time consuming process of taking your nursing degree across the border. | |||
| Let’s Talk About Rural Emergency Nursing | 13 juin 2023 | 00:36:30 | |
From frostbite to cardiac arrests, rural nursing demands confidence and critical thinking. This week we chat with Janelle who left the lower mainland as a new grad to become a critical care trained emergency room nurse in rural BC. Tune in for interesting tales of what it is like to work with limited staff, resources, and allied health. | |||
| Let’s talk about Nursing in Ontario under Bill 124 | 30 mai 2023 | 00:00:38 | |
Andrea is an emergency room nurse in Ontario where the pressures of nursing have reached a breaking point. In addition to the stress of working the front lines of the covid- 19 pandemic, Ontario nurses are also being told they will only receive a maximum of 1% wage increase under Premier Doug Ford’s wage-suppression legislation. Bill 124 is driving nurses out of the profession where retention and recruitment are already struggling. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) | 16 mai 2023 | 00:00:36 | |
The MAiD program aims to prevent unnecessary suffering for individuals facing end of life. As BC looks to expand MAiD to include mental health diagnoses it is important for nurses to understand their role and limitations when working with patients considering or planning to access the MAiD program. In this episode we chat with Dr. Lauren Kimball about her first hand experience in the provision of MAiD. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Being a New Grad! | 02 mai 2023 | 00:52:10 | |
As the dust settles on our first few years as nurses, Phil and I sit down to reminisce about our experiences as new grads and what we wish we had known when we started out. If you are a student, a new grad, or are just feeling the pressure to get it all done in a day, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Season 2 Trailer | 01 mai 2023 | 00:01:07 | |
This season I am joined by Phil, a Neuro ICU RN. We will be talking about everything from being a new grad to end-of-life care. Tune in every other Tuesday to share in our conversations about what makes us love nursing and what we can do to support each other in this profession. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Staffing Shortages | 12 juil. 2022 | 00:40:26 | |
Safe staffing ratios is a topic that has come up in nearly every conversation so far on Working Short and today we will be continuing that conversation. From working short, to not having enough nurses in the province, to waitlists to get into nursing school, and more, there is a clear shortage amongst all of these and it affects more than just nurses, it affects everyone in BC. Tune in this week as we talk with BCNU President and RN Aman Grewal, about the nursing staffing shortage and crisis here in British Columbia. Aman Grewal has been a nurse for 35 years and has seen the demand for more nurses and the staffing crisis throughout the years. But how do we get through the crisis we’re in now and move forward? | |||
| Let’s Talk about Changing Roles | 21 juin 2022 | 00:38:25 | |
Nursing can be a fitting career choice for many, but what happens and what options are there for when you want a change in your career? This week, we are talking with Carly Morrison, a registered nurse who started her nursing career as an oncology nurse, but has since become a travel nurse and traveled to many remote areas of Canada to be a nurse. A career in nursing can bring a lot of opportunities, and you don’t have to stay with just one if you want to change roles. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Medication Errors | 07 juin 2022 | 00:00:36 | |
As a nurse, Medication errors are something you hope never happens, but what happens when they do happen? Join us this week as we chat with Trish Danyluk, a practicing registered nurse and psychiatric nursing instructor in BC. We’ll be talking about the recent conviction of RaDonda Vaught, a nurse in Tennessee, who committed a fatal medication error, and what happens when medication errors are made. What does this case mean for nurses and medication errors regardless of the severity of the error and what does the impact this case have on nurses post-conviction and in Canada. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Desire and Intimacy! | 24 mai 2022 | 00:32:57 | |
Keeping desire and intimacy in a relationship alive and keeping that spark can be difficult to keep up with, especially when you are working shift work and odd hours, like nurses. Join us this week, as we chat with Psychotherapist and Sex Therapist, Dr. Teesha Morgan explain how to stay satisfied with your partner, how to find time, space and energy to prioritize intimate relationships, even after the honeymoon stage has ended and learn about sexual brakes and accelerators in you and your partners relationships. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Psychotherapy | 10 mai 2022 | 00:32:44 | |
Nurses take on a lot, and are expected to take on even more in their lives and in the lives of their patients. But how can they take care of their patients without taking care of themselves first. Join us as we talk to counselor Glenn Wood, on the importance of taking care of yourself and the difficulties behind accepting and dismantling your own defences through psychotherapy. | |||
| Let’s Talk about Trauma Informed Care | 10 mai 2022 | 00:28:41 | |
What is Trauma Informed Care? Changing the narrative from “what’s wrong” to “what happened to you” and using that to better support patients as a nurse. In this episode we talk with Colleen Hinkkala, a RN and nursing instructor at BCIT, to learn how to recognize trauma to avoid retraumatizing the patient, as a nurse and how to better acknowledge what happened to the patient, and how it affects how they behave today and their decisions. | |||
| Coming Soon! | 03 mai 2022 | 00:01:31 | |
Our first episode will be released in one week (May 10, 2022). To learn more about the Host, Anthem Postnikoff, view upcoming interview guests and their bios, and even see photos of a really handsome good boy named Barkley, visit workingshort.ca. | |||
| Trailer | 30 avr. 2022 | 00:01:05 | |
Our first episode will be released on May 10, 2022. To learn more about the Host, Anthem Postnikoff, view upcoming interview guests and their bios, and even see photos of a really handsome good boy named Barkley, visit workingshort.ca. | |||