Today we talk with Maria, an experienced mental health nurse currently working as a Clinical Nurse Consultant in a Child and Adolescent Eating Disorder Service, Maria shares her journey and deep commitment to this specialised field.

From her early nursing days to her current role combining clinical leadership and research, Maria offers valuable insights into the complexities of eating disorder treatment. She discusses the unique challenges and rewards of working with young people and their families, and highlights the critical importance of comprehensive care.

Maria's passion for improving eating disorder services shines through as she shares her experiences and vision for advancing care in this field. She provides a fascinating glimpse into the vital role nurses play in supporting recovery and promoting positive outcomes for young people with eating disorders.

In this special episode kicking off our series on mental health nursing careers, we meet Dawn Reid, a mental health nurse and educator who coordinates The Living Room, an innovative mental health service at Edith Cowan University. Dawn shares her journey from general to mental health nursing, reflecting on what drew her to the field and what continues to inspire her today. Drawing from her clinical experience and academic background, Dawn discusses her current work making mental health support more accessible for university students, and offers valuable insights for those considering a career in mental health nursing.

Join us for this engaging conversation on mental health nursing, and discover how practitioners like Dawn are reshaping mental health support in higher education.