New to Nursing

Season 3 Update: We’ll Be Back in June!

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The New to Nursing Podcast is taking a short pause while we work behind the scenes on Season 3.We’re spending the next few weeks creating new episod...

The Pause Between Patients: Mindfulness and Resiliency Practices for New Graduate Nurses

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, New To Nursing welcomes four 4th-year UBC Okanagan nursing students (Esther, Luna, Bernice, Claudia) where they explore min...

Starting Your Shifts Off Right

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kelsey discusses how to start your shifts off in a good way. She reviews what you can try in your morning routine, how to engage in m...

Gimme 5: Transition Shock

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this brief 5 minute episode, Regional Educator Robyn discusses Transition Shock, a term coined by nursing researcher Dr. Judy Boychuk Duchscher. Th...

Gimme 5 - When a Patient Asks a Question You Don’t Know the Answer To

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Not knowing the answer in front of a patient can feel uncomfortable - especially in your first year of practice. But safe nursing isn’t about having...

Essential Documentation Practices for New Nurses

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Regional Educator Robyn interviews David and Jordan, Clinical Practice Educators at RIH, for a practical and engaging conversation al...

Gimme 5 - Knowing When to Escalate: Pregnancy‑Related Concerns for New Nurses

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this quick 5‑minute episode, Regional Educator Robyn highlights key considerations when caring for patients who are pregnant. Designed especially...

Gimme 5: What is an IH Fleet Vehicle?

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this Gimme 5 episode Kelsey shares details on the IH fleet vehicle resource. Did you know there are fleet vehicles for your use? Are you planning o...

Welcome to Season 3!

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome...or welcome back! The New Grad Nurse Transition Team with Interior Health in British Columbia, Canada is BACK with fresh content for all new ...

Career Compass: Exploring the Nurse Educator Journey

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about stepping into teaching? This Career Compass episode dives into what it means to become a nurse educator. We talk about the transition f...

Gimme 5: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Overview for Acute Care Nurses

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Gimme 5 episode, we shift from acute kidney injury (AKI) to its chronic counterpart — chronic kidney disease (CKD). You’ll learn how CKD i...

Supporting the Transition: Clinical Mentorship for New Graduate Nurses

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of New to Nursing, we interview two of Interior Health's Clinical Mentors Lori Burchett and Danielle Rusheleau. Our guests shine a lig...

Gimme 5 - The Four Stages of AKI

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Gimme 5, Regional Educator Rachel breaks down the four stages of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) — from the moment of injury to full re...

The Nurse's Role in Post-Mortem Care - Acute Care Focus

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Caring for a patient after death is one of the most meaningful and sacred responsibilities in nursing. In this episode, we walk through the nurse’s ...

Gimme 5 AKI - Spotting the Risk

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Regional Educator Rachel breaks down what every new grad nurse should know about acute kidney injury (AKI) — who’s most at risk, w...

Gimme 5: Access Granted - Quick Tips for Assessing a Hemodialysis Access

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this short, practical episode, Regional Educator Rachel walks through how to assess and protect a patient’s hemodialysis access — whether it’...

Career Compass: NICU Nursing

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Career Compass, we dive deep into the world of NICU Nursing to help you determine if it's the right path for your career. We'll tal...

Gimme 5: Stroke Care

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Gimme 5 episode Regional Educator Robyn discusses stroke care and assessments. Check out all the resources available about stroke care on the ...

Gimme 5: Palliative Care

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this 5 minute episode Regional Educator Robyn provides some fast facts about palliative care assessments and interventions. If you are looking for ...

Let’s Talk Organ Donation: A Guide for New Nurses

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with Leah Chesney from BC Transplant—an Organ Donation Specialist (curious about what that role involves? Check out Episode 33: Career Co...

Gimme 5: Interview Tips

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Gimme 5 Regional Educator Andrea (a previous acute care manager) gives you tips and tricks to rocking your next job interview. New ...

Gimme 5: Building a Positive Relationship with your Manager

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Gimme 5 we discuss 4 tips to getting you off to a great start with your new manager. This episode includes tips and quotes from rea...

Transporting Patients

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode covers a topic identified by our New Grad Nurse community! You all wanted to know more about transporting patients! Regional Educator Kel...

Gimme 5- End of Shift Wellness Check

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Gimme 5 Kelsey will guide you through the End of Shift Wellness Check. This is available as a lanyard reference card (ask your educ...

Gimme 5: Supporting a Student (or learner)

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in ...

Career Compass: Organ Donation Specialist with Leah Chesney

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Career Compass we chat with Leah Chesney who works with BC Transplant. She'll give you the ins and outs of working with patients an...

Gimme 5: CVAD Removal

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the essentials of Adult CVAD removal in just 5 minutes. We’ll cover safety checks, walk through the removal process, and highlight key differe...

Gimme 5: Drawing Blood Specimens from a CVAD

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this 5-minute episode we review how to safely and effectively draw blood specimens from a Central Venous Access Device (CVAD). From preparation to ...

Gimme 5: CVAD Routine Visual Assessment Q Shift

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Regional Educator Rachel and in just five minutes, learn how to quickly and safely assess a central venous access device (CVAD) site. We’ll cov...

Gimme 5: CVAD Patency Assessment

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Gimme 5 episode, Rachel walks you through the essentials of checking central venous access device (CVAD) patency—step by step. Learn the rig...

Part 3: Dementia Decoded with Dalyce Gouin

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you struggled with caring for older adults living with dementia? Do you find it challenging or confusing to work around some behaviors they displ...

Part 2: Dementia Decoded with Dalyce Gouin

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you struggled with caring for older adults living with dementia? Do you find it challenging or confusing to work around some behaviors they displ...

Part 1: Dementia Decoded with Dalyce Gouin

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you struggled with caring for older adults living with dementia? Do you find it challenging or confusing to work around some behaviors they displ...

Gimme 5: CVAD Overview

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Gimme 5 episode, we’re breaking down the essentials of Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs)—what they are, why they’re used, and how to...

Gimme 5: Top 5 Q's from our Newest Nurses

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in just ...

That sucked - Now what? Debriefing for NGs with Jaime Gallaher

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You've just experienced something on shift that isn't sitting well...maybe it was a medication error, or a patient fall or a code blue....all you know...

Gimme 5: Pain Scales

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in ...

Gimme 5- Seizure Management

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in just ...

First Loss: Navigating Death as a New Grad Nurse

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Losing a patient for the first time is something nursing school can’t truly prepare you for. In this heartfelt episode, Rachel shares honest reflect...

Gimme 5: Pulse Ox

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick,no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in just 5...

Gimme 5: Arterial Blood Gases

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in just ...

Writing the NCLEX Exam

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with a newly graduated nurse as she shares her honest and inspiring journey to conquering the NCLEX. From the emotional r...

Gimme 5: IV Fluids

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick,no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers theback-to-basics info you need—in just 5 ...

Gimme 5 : Manual Blood Pressures

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gimme 5 is your new go-to series for quick, no-fluff deep dives into the essentials. Each episode delivers the back-to-basics info you need—in just ...

Spiritual Care with Zach Hair

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this enlightening episode, we dive into the question, “What is spiritual care?” with special guest Zach Hair. Zach, a passionate advocate for h...

New Nurses, Real Voices: Aly Moses

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Nurses, Real Voices is a series that highlights authentic experiences from the frontlines of healthcare. We dive into the real, raw experienc...

The Ethics of Imposter Syndrome

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join in for another engaging presentation with Jill Boerstler from the IH Ethics Team. In this session she is going to deep dive into Imposter Syndrom...

Structured Team Rounds: Not Daunting Anymore!

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Clinical Specialists Jennifer Ellis and Jennifer Kalman from Access and Flow discuss Structured Team Rounds— a task that many new g...

Access & Flow: Getting your Patient's HOME!

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, guests Jennifer Ellis & Jennifer Kalman (Clinical Specialists with Access and Flow) dive into the critical concepts of access and...

Career Compass- Is Home Health Nursing for you?

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Career Compass, we explore the world of Home Health Nursing to help you determine if it's the right path for your career. Home Heal...

Floating for New Grads

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Floating — the word that can send a shiver down the spine of new nurses. Being reassigned to a different unit is a part of the nursing journey...

Clinical Ethics in Healthcare-and why it ISN'T boring!

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest Alert! Join Jill Boerstler, Regional Practice Lead for Ethics with Interior Health, for this episode on Clinical Ethics in Healthcare. T...

PVAD Insertion

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Inserting a Peripheral Venous Access Device (PVAD) can be a daunting task for new nurses. It’s an invasive procedure that requires precision a...

Career Compass- Is OR Nursing for You?

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Career Compass, we dive deep into the world of Operating Room Nursing to help you determine if it's the right path for your career....

Career Compass- Is Travel Nursing for you?

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Career Compass, we dive deep into the world of travel nursing to help you determine if it's the right path for your career. From fl...

New Nurses, Real Voices: Reid D

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a brand new series featuring.... YOU — the new nurses! New Nurses, Real Voices is a series that highlights authentic experiences from the...

New Nurses, Real Voices: Kim C

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a brand new series featuring.... YOU — the new nurses! New Nurses, Real Voices is a series that highlights authentic experiences from the...

Welcome to Season 2 of New to Nursing!

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New to Nursing is back! New year and lots of new content coming to you. This biweekly podcast is going to continue this year with new series and episo...

New Grad Expectations

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode for 2024 we dive into this statement from BCCNM:"It is unrealistic to expect entry-level registered nurses to function at the le...