Welcome to episode 147 [originally broadcast on Wednesday 10 January 2024] of #mhTV. This week Nicky Lambert and Vanessa Gilmartin spoke with guests Jane Fisher and Steven Jewell about registered nursing degree apprenticeships.
JF - Jane Fisher is a mental health nurse lecturer and service user. Jane has worked across a variety of clinical settings with over fifteen years front line NHS nursing experience. After developing her own mental illness, Jane's passion for mental health nursing and desire to break down the stigma surrounding mental illness became a lifelong mission. Jane entered the field of mental health nurse academia to bridge the gap between personal experiences and professional expertise. Her unique perspective has enriched her teaching and clinical practice in profound ways. As a mental health nurse lecturer, Jane has a deep-seated passion for nurturing the next generation of mental health nurses. Her teaching style is not limited to textbooks and theory; it encompasses the lived experiences that have shaped her understanding of mental health. Jane is an internationally published mental health academic and has also authored a children's book exploring maternal mental health. Jane is a living testament to the transformative power of embracing one's past and channelling it into a passion for education, advocacy, and writing. Her academic biography reflects her unwavering commitment to the field of mental health nursing and her dedication to breaking down barriers and stigma surrounding mental illness.
SJ - I left school at 14 with no GCSEs. I meandered around life with low paid jobs that made me unhappy. I had mental health issues myself. I sought help, then thought; 'I could do this', and suppor others.
I joined the NHS at age 38 as a healthcare assistant then enrolled on the trainee nursing associate programme, then Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship and now aged 42 I'm a registered nurse and loving life and my role.
Some X links to follow are:
VG - www.x.com/VanessaRNMH
NL - www.x.com/niadla
DM - www.x.com/davidamunday
JF - www.x.com/Jane_Fisher2
SJ - www.x.com/Steven25364370
Credits:
#mhTV Presenters: Vanessa Gilmartin, Nicky Lambert & David Munday
Guests: Jane Fisher and Steven Jewell
Theme music: Tony Gillam
Production & Editing: David Munday
