In Episode 3, Season 1 of It Takes Heart, hosts Sam Miklos, CEO of cmr, and Kate Coomber, Head of Talent and Employer Branding, sit down with the married RN duo, Helen and Nigel Naylor, whose careers have spanned across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and the Middle East. They explore the unique challenges and rewards that come with their diverse nursing experiences, highlighting the couple’s nurturing approach and the supportive community they create wherever they go.

Delve into Helen’s firsthand experiences in Kalbarri, where the absence of on-site doctors demands high autonomy and adaptability from healthcare providers.

Nigel brings insightful commentary on healthcare leadership and the pressures faced when adapting to new environments, particularly when working on short-term contracts. Their stories showcase the importance of flexibility, quick decision-making, and leadership skills in unfamiliar settings, offering valuable lessons for those working in or considering remote and international healthcare roles.

Throughout the episode, Helen and Nigel open up about the personal motivations that drive them, particularly staying connected with family while living and working far from home. They share unique stories of living in Australia, from encounters with local wildlife to the implementation of a “snake policy” in rural healthcare settings, giving listeners a glimpse into the everyday realities of life Down Under.

The episode wraps up with Helen and Nigel sharing heartwarming anecdotes about the family-like atmosphere among agency nurses, culmanting with in valuable advice for healthcare professionals considering a life and career in Australia.

Wartch Episode 4 of It Takes Heart for an engaging and insightful conversation, sure to brighten up your day!

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More About Helen and Nigel’s Charity of Choice: The Western Australian Nurses Memorial Charitable Trust

Helen and Nigel support the Western Australian Nurses Memorial Charitable Trust, which awards grants to nurses and midwives to advance healthcare through education, research, practice, and management across all health arenas in Western Australia.

Visit www.wanursestrust.com.au for more information.
As Helen’ and Nigel’s charity of choice, cmr will donate $500 to Western Australian Nurses Memorial Charitable Trust.

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