Let's Talk Nursing with Claire Leader.

In this episode, Samina is joined by Claire Leader, Assistant Professor in the department of Nursing and Midwifery at Northumbria University and women's health and wellbeing champion. They discuss the menopause, common symptoms and how this affects nurses in the workplace.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Menopausal symptoms and the ways in which these can be relieved
• How the menopause affects nurses at work
• Reasonable workplace adjustments for the menopause
• Nurse's personal experiences around having the menopause

Listen to the episode to hear Claire's three key actions for nurses who are experiencing the menopause, colleagues and healthcare organisations on seeking and providing support. Claire also shares her insights into two scenarios about how nurses and managers can have conversations around the menopause.

About Claire:

Claire Leader is an Assistant Professor in the department of Nursing and Midwifery at Northumbria University. As both a registered adult nurse and midwife, Claire has a keen interest in women's health across the life course and is also the women's health and wellbeing champion for her department. Claire delivers workshops relating to menopause in the workplace; and balancing the demands of full-time work with the completion of her PhD as well as a busy home life, she has first-hand experience of the challenges presented when menopause hits.

Contact Claire:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/claire-leader-35180944
Twitter/X: @ClaireLeader

More information and resources:

The menopause and mental health
RCN position statement: menopause and you at work
NHS menopause guidance for line managers and colleagues

BJN inform:

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Let's Talk Nursing with Barry Hill.

In this episode, Samina is joined by Barry Hill, Professor of Nursing and Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University. They discuss the challenges and barriers that are causing the drop in applications to nursing degrees and high rates of student nurse attrition, as well as the potential solutions to these.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Challenges that are contributing to high rates of student nurse attrition
• Policy changes that would benefit student nurse retention
• Alternative routes into nursing
• Examples of successful university projects aimed at reducing 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.

About Barry:

Barry Hill is a professor of Nursing and head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Buckinghamshire New University. He is part of the University Executive Team, leading the strategic direction and development of the school. Throughout his career, Barry has been committed to improving student wellbeing, reducing attrition and enhancing student experiences, particularly in relation to the National Student Survey.

Contact Barry:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-barry-hill-377b98b7/
Twitter/X: @HonoraryGeordi_

More information and resources:

RePAIRing the student nurse journey: empowering interrupted students through innovative support strategies

Innovations in nurse education: creating the multisensory learning approach of The WISE Room

Nursing students: why are almost 40% leaving before they qualify?

The nine Belbin team roles

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com

Let's Talk Nursing with Sophie Gardner.

In this bonus episode, Samina chats with Sophie Gardner, editor of the British Journal of Nursing (BJN). They discuss the major do's and don'ts of writing for publication, and Sophie even reveals some insider tips on getting published in the BJN.

Throughout the episode, they explore a variety of topics, including:

• Why nurses should write for publication
• Top tips for getting started with writing
• Sophie's pet peeves when it comes to manuscripts submitted to the BJN
• The peer review and editing process

About Sophie:

Sophie Gardner is an editorial director at MA Healthcare, and the editor of the British Journal of Nursing. After studying Molecular Genetics at Sussex University, Sophie began working in the sphere of healthcare publishing. In addition to overseeing all publications in MA Healthcare, Sophie works with her sub-editors to commission, edit and publish bi-weekly issues of the BJN.

Contact Sophie:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sophie-gardner-b3407636

More information and resources:

Beall's list of potentially predatory journals and publishers
British Journal of Nursing
MA Healthcare: guidance for authors

BJN inform:

For more information and resources, go to: https://www.bjninform.com/lets-talk-nursing-podcast/

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resource for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

If you would like to speak with us about a no-commitment demo or trial, please get in touch at: institutions@markallengroup.com