We’re thrilled to bring you a very special episode of our International Nursing Associate mini-series featuring Sandra Dawe — an experienced RN, IPHM-certified Holistic Practitioner, and university lecturer based in Texas. 🇺🇸

In this inspiring conversation, Sandra shares her insights into global nursing practices, the growing role of holistic health in mainstream care, and how education is shaping the next generation of nurses and nursing associates around the world.

Join us as we explore how international experiences and holistic approaches are redefining the future of nursing — from the UK to the US and beyond.

✨ Episode drops this Monday!

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🎙️ Just a Sharp Scratch: The Extra Dose — International Nursing Mini-Series
Episode Title: Borderless Care: Elizabeth’s LVN Journey

In this episode of our international mini-series, we head to the heart of Texas to meet Elizabeth Espinoza-Rodriguez, a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) whose career spans hospice care, ambulance response, and community-based nursing.

Elizabeth shares her inspiring journey into the world of vocational nursing, offering insight into what it means to be an LVN in the U.S. healthcare system. From fast-paced emergency work to the emotional depth of end-of-life care, her experience reflects the diverse and essential role LVNs play across settings.

We also explore how the LVN role compares to the Nursing Associate role in the UK — highlighting the similarities, the differences, and the shared passion at the core of nursing worldwide.

🌍 One world, many nursing voices — this is global nursing through the eyes of those living it.

🎙️ International Nursing Associate Mini-Series: Christine Green, LPN

In this episode of Just a Sharp Scratch, we continue our International Nursing Associate mini-series with a special guest—Christine Green, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! Christine shares her journey as an LPN, offering insights into how the role compares to the Nursing Associate position in the UK, the challenges and rewards of the job, and the vital impact LPNs make in patient care.

We also have some exciting updates! 🚀
🎥 Our Just a Sharp Scratch YouTube channel is launching soon, and applications are still open for our Day in the Life of a Nursing Associate video series—but hurry, the deadline is March 28th! 📅

💡 Plus, don’t miss the BCU National Nursing Associate Conference, a must-attend event for Nursing Associates and students. Find out more here: BCU National Nursing Associate Conference