Welcome back! Continuing the healthcare theme from the last episode of WDYD?, this week I am joined by the brilliant Chloe and Brian to discuss what life is like as a nurse in the private healthcare sector in 2019. They work on an oncology ward together and both made the move from public to private a few years ago - we discuss what their motivations were, and how their experiences differ now. We also talk about the emotional and physical demands of being a nurse, of being the ‘shock absorber’ of the care system for both patients and family during times of crises, and how important it is to make sure to look after one’s own health alongside a busy day - #self-care guys. Speaking of which, it seems each busy day is as unique as each patient - but Chloe and Brian articulate wonderfully how their careers have been defined by the daily motions as much as those memorable moments, be they uplifting or harrowing.
As always, please bear in mind that our interview reflects our guests’ experiences only and does not claim to represent those of all nurses.
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For further reading:
The Language of Kindness - A Nurse’s Story - Christie Watson
https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-language-of-kindness/christie-watson/9781784706883
Differences Between The Public and Private Sector - Nursing Times
https://www.nursingtimesjobs.com/article/differences-between-the-public-and-private-sector/
Working for the NHS vs the Private Sector - Medical Locums Group
https://www.medical-locums.co.uk/2018/10/working-for-the-nhs-vs-the-private-sector