New Grad Radio: Intensive Care & Emergency Nurse
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Physiotherapists in ICU with Samantha Hagan
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Physiotherapists play such an essential role in the care of the patient within the Intensive Care Unit. On today's episode, I speak with Samantha Ha...
Troubleshooting the Ventilator + Alarms
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now that we've gone over the Modes & Settings, let's start talking about some of the most common alarms, what they mean, and what we could do abou...
Mechanical Ventilation - Modes (Pressure Support Ventilation)
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now you might notice, due to turning down the level of sedation, the patient may start to take a few more spontaneous breaths on their own. This is w...
Mechanical Ventilation - Modes (AC vs SIMV)
12 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! Let's continue on with another episode on Mechanical Ventilation. As I mention in th...
Mechanical Ventilation - Settings (Foundation)
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you've had a look at the ventilator in action, you'll notice there are numbers that remain fixed, and that there are numbers that seem to change fr...
Mechanical Ventilation - The Ventilator
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. This episode serves as the first of many to come, highlighting the foundational concep...
Blood Gas Interpretation
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Part 2 on a two-part segment on Blood Gases. In this episode I highlight a basic, systematic approach to analysing a blood gas, includ...
Fundamentals of Blood Gases
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Weclome back to another episodes of the New Grad Radio podcast. This is Part 1, of a two-part series on the fundamentals of Blood Gases. On today's e...
Central Lines
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down the absolute basics of central lines. In particular I mentioned the features; talk over the purpose of the 'lumens'; and...
Arterial Lines
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first fundamental episode for season 3. Today, i'm going to be discussing Arterial Lines. Within the episode, I will break down: - Wha...
Welcome to Season 3
04 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I am proud to be an intensive care nurse. I absolutely loved starting my career within this setting. However I can only imagine the apprehension of th...
Final Episode
15 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the FINAL episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. It has been an absolute privilege to document my journey with you all over the past two y...
Final Shift in ICU
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Well, yesterday was my final shift within the Intensive Care Unit. I knew it was going to be an emotional day. Knowing this was the last day, within t...
Royal Flying Doctor Service - Special Guest: Nick Coleman-Hicks - Flight Nurse
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are incredibly fortunate as registered nurses to work within a profession that can offer so much diversity. Whether you’re working in critical ca...
An Interview with a Doctor - Special Guest: Lewis Robinson (SHO)
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Starting off as a registered nurse is a daunting experience, for a variety of reasons. Over the last two years, i’d like to think i’ve shared many...
Working in Resus: Update
24 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With 3 weeks left to go, I’ve started to be allocated into more resus shifts. In today’s episode, I outline why I’ve been enjoying my time in th...
International Men’s Day - Special Guest: Luke Yokota- ‘Men in Nursing’ campaign
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! November 19th marks International Men’s Day. In celebration, I interview Luke Yokota....
I’m Back in ICU (and still in ED)
03 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A few weeks prior to leaving for my previous military nursing course, I commenced one day a week back into the ICU I worked in last year. In today’s...
Military Nursing Course
03 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! What an incredible few weeks it’s been; I’ve recently returned from another 3 week ...
First Resus Shift
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I talk about my recent experience of working for the first time within the Resus area of the Emergency Department. I detail what...
Graduate Nursing Program Application: My First-Hand Experiences
22 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As I watch nursing students currently apply for their graduate nursing programs, I reflect on just how stressful of a time it actually was. Finishing ...
Walk to work - How I prepare for Night Shift
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I thought I’d make a short follow-up episode to last year’s episode, of how I prepare for night shifts. This week I’ve had three shifts in a a r...
Working with Student Nurses
07 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is an action packed episode! Whilst it’s a bit lengthy, I detail my experiences of being a buddy to my first ever student nurse last year withi...
Officer Training
01 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. I’ve just returned from an incredible three and a half weeks away, where I completed ...
Thank a Paramedic Day! 🚑
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad podcast! Today is Thank a Paramedic Day! In today’s episode I talk about: the education of paramedic...
The Difference a Day Can Make!
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! In today’s episode, I reflect on the past two shifts I’ve had; and outline why it’...
Time Management and how my perspective has changed
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In today’s episode I provide an update of how I’ve been going, in particular, regar...
Ambulatory Care
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! In today’s episode I talk about my experiences of working in Ambulatory Care. It’s ...
Walk to Work - How I Start each Shift
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Good morning everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. Thought I’d make a quick episode on how I approach each sh...
Getting sick as a Nurse - Is it only a matter of time ?
29 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast! As you can probably tell by my voice in today’s episode, I have a cold. But as I ment...
No More Assignments...A Challenge?
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. For years, we study for exams, work on assignments, and attend pracs and tut...
4 Months - Starting to Settle In - why has it taken so long?
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! It’s been a little while since I made an episode, whereby I provide an update on my o...
Special Guest: Dr Pauline Calleja - Post Graduate Qualifications
30 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! This evening I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Pauline Calleja. Dr Calleja is a ...
Trauma Systems Assessment + Alarm Parameters
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! The other day, I had a valid question from one of my students. Only moments prior to my...
Special Guest: Charlotte Stephenson - Midwife 🇦🇺
12 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast! In celebration of International Day of the Midwife, I interview Charlotte Stephenson. C...
Special Guest: Lauren Philpott - Paediatric Nurse & Published Author 🇬🇧
11 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY!!! Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In celebration of International Nurses Day, I chat ...
Special Guest: Christine Hicks - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) 🇺🇸
05 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of International Nurses Day (12/05), this week i'll be interviewing three incredible nurses, to highlight their careers, achievements a...
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE MIDWIFE & INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY - Preview
04 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we celebrate international day of the midwife (05/05) and international nurses day (12/05). This week, I’ll be releasing three episodes, ...
Conflict Resolution
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I go over the most common patient and family complaints/concerns; and go over how I personally resolve these using real strategi...
A Typical Bed Space in the Emergency Department
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what equipment is in each acute bed space? In today’s episode, I talk through exactly what is in each acute bed space, from the monito...
Rapid Response Team
20 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio podcast. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about my first experience of responding as part...
ALS Training Day
20 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
ALS, or Advanced Life Support, is an essential piece of training that most Australian nurses will undergo throughout their careers. In today’s episo...
Transitioning into ED - differences from ICU
17 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from the previous episode on what I have loved about starting in ED; today, I’ll be going over a few of the things I have noticed to be...
Anatomy of the Emergency Department
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In today’s episode, I talk about the different areas that encompass the ED that I wor...
Mental Health Emergencies
15 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the New Grad Radio podcast. In this episode, I talk about my experiences so far of mental health within the Emergency Department. This...
Special Guest: Hannah Cotterell - Paediatric Emergency Nurse
14 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. It is with my pleasure that I introduce my first special guest to be on the podcast: Ha...
Welcome to Season 2: What I have LOVED about starting in the Emergency Department
13 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2. In today’s episode, I start by going over some of the many reasons I have loved the move to the Emergency Department. I have do...
SEASON 2 ANNOUNCEMENT
10 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. As you know, I’ve recently made the transition from the ICU, to the Emergency Departm...
Final Episode
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Well everyone, after twelve months, and 102 episodes, this is the final episode of the New Grad Radio Podcast. In this episode I reflect on why I star...
Interprofessional Team - Doctors
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Over the duration of this year, I’ve had the pleasure to work with some of the most incredible doctors. Saying that, I found it fairly nerve-wrackin...
Episode 100 - 12 Month CPAT
03 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 100!!! As you’ve probably noticed, it’s been a few weeks now since I’ve published my last episode of the NGR Podcast. That’...
EOYR - Writing Notes & Handovers
16 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As you’ve probably seen, today’s episode is quite lengthy. Why is this? Well, I go into detail of HOW I do things day to day regarding writing not...
EOYR - Mechanical Ventilation
16 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As I mention, it took me almost 11 takes to produce this episode. That’s because there is just so much that could be said about mechanical ventilati...
EOYR - Mental Health & Starting as a Grad Nurse in ICU
07 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of the End of Year Reflections, I reflect on my experience of starting as a Graduate Nurse starting in ICU, and the challenges t...
EOYR - Vasopressors & Inotropes
01 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Now that I’m coming into the final few weeks of my graduate program, I thought I’d take this opportunity to update a few of my older episodes, and...
Undergraduate vs Postgraduate Assignments + Tips to Prepare
23 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After recently receiving the news that I have passed my final transition assignment; today’s episode is all about one thing that you could do right ...
Defence University Sponsorship Scheme
10 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions that I have received this year, by far, is about my experience of receiving the Defence University Sponsorship Scheme...
If You Get a Spare Second on Night Shift
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes on a night shift you have a bit of time to re-organise equipment, and set up for the next nurse. As you’ll hear, there are a few things yo...
Sometimes It’s The ‘Slower’ Shifts That Are The Most Rewarding
02 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve probably painted the picture that my time in ICU has been non-stop every shift; with rapidly commencing interventions and patients in a constan...
9-Month CPAT Reflections
31 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After signing on to my morning shift, I saw it written down that I was to perform my 9-month CPAT. Whilst it was a little nerve-wracking, I was also e...
Knowing & Understanding Abnormal Parameters
22 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Within the ICU, not all of our patients meet vital sign parameters that we were taught as ‘normal’ at uni. In today’s episode, I share a few of ...
It’s Incredibly Rewarding to Start in ICU!
18 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Pushing day after day, receiving some sick patients; along with completing my second transition assignment is certainly challenging, and a bit tiring....
Distraction Therapy
10 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The ICU can be a fairly lonely space. It certainly cannot be fun from the patients perspective. So, where possible, I try to incorporate some ‘fun’...
A Helpful Tip for Time Management
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, a brilliant nurse within the ICU provided me with a helpful tip to increase my time management. And boy, has it been working!!! Who knows, i...
When the Christmas Tree is Full🎄
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Every so often I come across a patient that makes me stop in my tracks, smile, and reflect on just how far I’ve progressed within such a short perio...
9 Month Update
29 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Nearing the 9 month mark for my Graduate Program in ICU, I describe the two major Assessments approaching very shortly, and how I’ve been preparing....
Exposing the Patient - The Importance of a Skin Assessment
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As they say, the skin is the largest organ in the body, and boy, is there a lot of it. In this episode, I talk about a topic I have struggled to devel...
ATMA Conference - Simulation
23 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Simulation can be an incredibly useful tool to improving your techniques and skills as a nurse. In this episode I talk about two of the presentations ...
First Conference as a Registered Nurse - ATMA
23 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Recently I attended the Australian Tactical Medical Association’s Tactical Medicine Conference, held in Brisbane. It was an incredible experience, w...
Walking to Work Thoughts- Reset Each Day!
17 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I made this episode on a walk to work, ready to tackle another string of night shifts. I chat about how I deal with the pressure of my graduate and tr...
“How Long Have You Been a Nurse For?”
16 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It’s certainly a tough question. When a family member looks at you, and asks how long you’ve been nursing, it’s quite easy to take it personally...
Experiences of Excellent Mentors
10 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In my final semester of uni, a significant emphasis was on reflection. One example, was of a positive mentor/role model from placement, and what they ...
A Different World - Operating Theatre
08 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
*I’ve recently remade this episode* Over the last 8 months, I’ve rarely ventured outside the ICU. In this episode, I share an experience of transp...
An Analogy of my ICU Graduate Program
03 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been 8 months since I started my graduate program in ICU. In this short episode, I share an analogy of what it’s been like, relaying it back ...
Treating the Patient, Not the Machines!
26 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of pieces of equipment we use in the ICU to collect, what is often, second-by-second information/data. In this episode, I provide an i...
Why Resubmitting my Assignment was Ideal!
23 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I personally believe the ability to thrive during your graduate year is all about perspective. In this episode, I unpack why I believe resubmitting my...
Specific Examples of What I’ve Learned/Experienced Recently!
23 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I can’t remember a day, over the entirety of the past 7-months, where I haven’t learned, or performed something new during a shift. With the varie...
Dealing with Death
19 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The acuity of patients I’ve been caring for in the ICU is very high, and as a result, unfortunately, despite the highest quality of care provided, s...
Eating, Sleeping & Exercising as a Graduate Nurse
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The transition from uni, to now starting as an ICU nurse, consists of a lot more than simply that of student to nurse. I’ve had to develop routines ...
Deteriorating Patient Story - Experience is Helping!
11 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I run through a recent experience I had managing a patient who was deteriorating very early into my shift. I’ve started to car...
Extubation!
04 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back to work after a few weeks holiday; and as I turns out, 2/2 shifts I’ve either worked towards, or have performed an Extubation. Keeping al...
First 10 Minutes: Day 1
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As I reflect on the vast array of experiences which have occurred over the last 6 months, I share with you a moment from the very first 10 Minutes of ...
Types Of ICU Nurses I Didn’t Know Existed!
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the short 6 months I’ve worked as an ICU Grad, I’ve come across a variety of nursing positions I didn’t know existed. Whilst I may not know a...
Safety Checks in the ICU
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
At the start of each and every shift I perform a variety of safety checks. In this episode I break down each check, and explain why I do it.
ICU Scenario - Part 2
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from Part 1, I use the same scenario, to break down what I was looking at, and linking it directly to a Primary Survey.
ICU Scenario - Part 1
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 6 months, I’ve been developing my routine for starting each shift. To begin with, it felt like complete stimulus overload; not knowing...
End of Shift Tips: Finishing off Strong 💪
22 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a few things I like to do, to make the transition from my shift, to the next, more seamless and efficient for the next nurse. It’s taken a...
Unexpected Challenges: Dealing with Family
22 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Most days, I have some form of contact with either family, or friends within the ICU; and with that, brings some challenges. In this episode, I outlin...
First Solo Trip to CT
21 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The moment has finally arrived, after 6 months of waiting, I’ve finally experienced by first transfer to CT. I did it independently, and as many hav...
Top 5: Lessons for Efficiency
21 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 6 months, to say I’ve experienced a lot, would be an understatement. Here is a quick Top 5 of lessons I’ve learned, mostly from eith...
A Recent Example of Troubleshooting in the ICU
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The purpose of this episode, is to provide a real example of the type of troubleshooting I do every day as a graduate in the ICU. I take you step-by-s...
Journey of Completing My First Transition Assignment
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today I handed in my first assignment for my transition program in the ICU. What an experience it has been completing this assignment. I have learned ...
First Time Administering......Glycopyrrolate
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back!!! For the past few weeks I’ve been working hard in finishing my first assignment for my transition program. It’s almost finished, and ...
Nurse Nacole, Sean Dent and the Power of Social Media
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Who would have thought, as I sat in my dorm room in Melbourne, Australia, that I would have been communicating with some of the most well-known, and e...
Special Feature - Keep Going, Student Nurse! Podcast
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago, I was asked by my friend Gino, to be featured on one of the first episodes of the Keep Going, Student Nurse! Podcast. Based in the U...
Medication Calculations in the ICU
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I distinctly remember the concept of medication calculation quizzes at Uni, absolutely haunting my dreams, at the concept of having to achieve 100% to...
Experiences of Handover - Day 1 vs 6 Months
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Prior to a recent shift, I was flicking through my notebook that I’ve had for the past 6 months, looking at how I have been taking notes. It really ...
Caring for the Delirious Patient
24 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever experienced caring for a Delirious patient, you’d know that it can be quite taxing, both physically and emotionally. In this episod...
Behind the Scenes - A Typical Night Shift
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I thought i'd mix today's episode up, by creating a bunch of small segments, for the duration of my night shift. Follow as I prepare for my shift, dis...
What is a Family Meeting? - My experiences so far
17 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The journey for friends and family through their loved-ones progress to ICU can be incredibly emotional, and intense. One intervention that is put in ...