🎙️ In this solo episode, Wendy brings together two powerful live recordings from the Your Nurse Voice Matters (previously known as Healthy Options Now) Facebook group to explore a question many nurses quietly ask themselves: Is this burnout, or have I outgrown my role?

In the first half, Wendy unpacks the signs that you may have outgrown your nursing role.

Loss of enjoyment — boredom, lack of challenge, and feeling undervalued

Misaligned expectations — what you were promised versus reality

Limited opportunities — no visible career pathway or growth

In the second half, Wendy clarifies the critical difference between burnout and role misalignment.

The source of the problem — workload and fatigue versus poor role fit

How you feel after rest — relief versus persistent dissatisfaction

What you fantasise about changing — hours and shifts versus purpose and direction

This episode encourages reflection, self-awareness, and proactive career conversations — before frustration turns into burnout.

If you know a nurse that has a story to tell, put us in touch

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

In this inspiring episode of Your Nurse Voice Matters, host Wendy Trevarthen speaks with Dr. Sue Gledhill, registered nurse, midwife, academic, researcher, community volunteer, and lifelong learner. Sue shares her extraordinary journey, beginning with a turbulent childhood and no high-school education, through to becoming a respected clinician, manager, researcher, and educator.

Sue reflects on her unconventional entry into nursing, her deep connection with Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane and how her early work in respiratory care led to groundbreaking conversations around sexuality and ageing—eventually forming the basis of her PhD research. Her story is a powerful reminder that dedication, curiosity, and vision can overcome even the greatest barriers.

As the conversation unfolds, Sue offers heartfelt encouragement to early-career nurses, emphasising the importance of staying curious, seeking mentors, and holding onto the images of the future you want to create. She also shares how volunteering, community radio, and continuous study have shaped a meaningful, balanced professional life.

Sue closes with a piece of wisdom drawn directly from her life experience—something she says made everything possible—and listeners will feel the impact of that insight long after the episode ends.

Three Key Points:

Dr. Sue Gledhill can be contacted via email [email protected]

If you know a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, introduce us [email protected]

Wendy’s website for more information is www.healthyoptionsnow.org

After 36 years as a Registered Nurse, I never imagined my path would lead to helping aspiring authors bring their stories to life 📚. My journey with Ultimate 48 Hour Author began back in 2018, when I published my very first book with the amazing Natasa Denman. Since then, I’ve gone on to publish further books — both independently and as part of her team — which has deepened my passion for guiding new authors to start on the right path.

Last week, Nat and I sat down for a Sales Mastery interview, exploring what it’s really like to transition from nursing into a completely different space — one that involves sales conversations (yes, that word we nurses often shy away from!).

In this relaxed, Q&A-style chat, we unpack the mindset shifts that make all the difference, how to bring your natural empathy and communication skills into sales, and how to help clients see the value of what you offer as a genuine solution to their needs.

Whether you’re a nurse considering a new direction or simply curious about how these skills translate beyond the hospital walls, this one’s for you.

🎙️ Tune in and take a listen — it’s a conversation full of insights, laughter, and practical wisdom for anyone ready for their next chapter.

For more information about the Ultimate 48 Hour Author, visit https://www.writeabook.com.au/

If you are a Registered Nurse or know a Registered Nurse who has a story to tell, reach out to me. https://www.healthyoptionsnow.org/

In this inspiring episode of Your Nurse Voice Matters, host Wendy Trevarthen sits down with Kerri Anne Dooley, Member of Parliament for Redcliffe and CEO of MyCare Enterprises.

With a career spanning decades in nursing, community care, and palliative services, Kerri Anne shares her remarkable journey, from international volunteer work in West Africa and Asia to founding a 24/7 palliative care service during the CO&%D-19 pandemic.

Kerri Anne reflects on the pivotal moments that led her from the bedside to politics, including her advocacy role in establishing Queensland’s only children’s hospice, Hummingbird House. She also opens up about balancing family, study, and leadership, the lessons of resilience, and how this has shaped her ability to stay true to her community that she serves.

This episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical advice for nurses who want to amplify their voice—whether in healthcare, policy, or the wider community.

And towards the end of the episode, Kerri Anne leaves us with a golden nugget tip—a piece of advice you won’t want to miss. 🌟

📲 You can connect with Kerri Anne through her social media pages.

📧If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, I sit down with home birth midwife Kelly Zarkaroff to explore the challenges, heartbreak, and resilience that come with working in one of healthcare’s most demanding roles.

Kelly opens up about a critical moment in her career—losing a baby during a home birth—and the subsequent AHPRA investigation that placed restrictions on her practice. She shares how the process shook her confidence, intensified feelings of burnout, and forced her to confront the often-unspoken struggles midwives face.

Her experiences are also shared in her book, "The Midwife Crisis," and she is touring Australia, speaking to relevant groups about her experiences.

Through her candid reflections, Kelly offers valuable insights into the importance of self-care, professional support, and building resilience to prevent burnout. Her story is one of vulnerability, courage, and hard-earned wisdom. And towards the end of the episode, Kelly leaves us with a golden nugget tip—a piece of advice you won’t want to miss. 🌟

📲 You can connect with Kelly through her social media pages. 📧

If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

In this episode of Your Nurse Voice Matters, Wendy Trevarthen sits down with Tammy Copley, a nurse and midwife with 44 years of experience across hospitals, communities, universities, and leadership roles.

Tammy is also the founder of Nurses and Midwives Against Bullying Australia, and together they unpack the complex and confronting issue of workplace bullying.

You’ll hear three key insights:

If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

In this episode of Your Nurse Voice Matters, Wendy Trevarthen takes on the important and often unspoken topic of ageism in nursing. Drawing on her own career experience, Wendy explores how age-related assumptions can impact both younger and older nurses, sometimes in subtle but damaging ways.

You’ll discover three key insights:

Stay tuned until the end for a powerful gold nugget—a reflection that shifts the conversation from frustration to a deeper principle every nurse can carry forward.

If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

This episode features Marianne, the founder and CEO of Quantum Leap Global, an organization she created in 2020 to transform how individuals and teams thrive through psychological safety 🌱. With over 20 years in large corporations—rising from office junior to COO—Marianne brings deep expertise in leadership, team dynamics, and cultural change. Her passion is helping people show up authentically, work effectively, and leave whole—not burnt out.

In our conversation, Marianne shares her insights on what psychological safety truly means and why it’s far more than just being “nice.” We explore three key themes: why psychological safety is critical in healthcare, especially for nurses 🩺; strategies for navigating toxic hierarchies and intergenerational differences; and practical steps to protect your well-being when facing bullying or lack of respect.

And stay tuned until the very end—Marianne leaves us with a powerful gold nugget 💡 that could change how you view your career and your voice in any workplace.

To connect with Marianne, visit  https://quantumleap-global.com

If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

This week, I’m thrilled to introduce the incredible Di Riddell — confidence coach, speaker, author, and proud retired nurse. With a career spanning decades, Di brings heart, humour, and wisdom to our conversation about nursing then and now.

✨ Key takeaways from our chat:

👀 Stay tuned for a surprising gold nugget near the end — one of Di’s cheekiest stories yet!

You can contact Di at [email protected]

If you are a Registered Nurse with a story to tell, or know one that has, reach back to me at

www.healthyoptionsnow.org

In this high-value episode, we chat with Joanne Glover —a senior management executive with a powerful story and a clear passion for supporting nurses. Jo breaks down big leadership lessons into fast, relatable insights that will shift your thinking. You'll hear about:

And just before we wrap, Jo shares a golden nugget—a must-hear insight for anyone in healthcare leadership or on their own career path.

If you're a nurse with a story to share, we want to hear it. Get in touch with Wendy at [email protected]

Contact details for Jo

 www.linkedin.com/in/jo-glover-health

Instagram https://instagram.com/jo_ann3174