As the Australian College of Nursing marks its 75-year anniversary, we pause to reflect on the legacy of our foundational predecessors, the College of Nursing, Australia (initially known as the NSW College of Nursing) and the Royal College of Nursing, Australia (originally the College of Nursing Australia). Founded in 1949 in the states of New…
Mentors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing, guiding us through our careers with their wisdom, instilling confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of our profession. In this exploration of the impactful world of mentoring, we uncover how the exchange between seasoned wisdom and eager potential can profoundly influence the nursing landscape.…
I remember the day an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) approached me and said, “Jen, would you be interested in being acting NUM while we recruit to the position?” My eyes widened; I took a deep breath, and the word “sure” slipped out of my mouth. As I went back to my patient’s ventilation observations,…