This week, Aebhric talks with Anke Krug, who is a community nurse in Nunavut, Canada, and shares her experiences and challenges in providing healthcare in a remote Arctic environment. She discusses the complexities of medevac nursing, the environmental considerations for patient care, and the importance of collaboration and communication in remote healthcare settings. Anke also highlights the evolving roles in nursing and paramedicine, the need for ongoing training and education, and the significance of patient assessment and decision-making in austere conditions. The conversation concludes with advice for new nurses entering the field.

Takeaways

The Arctic presents unique challenges for healthcare delivery.

Medevac nursing requires careful preparation and environmental awareness.

Collaboration with other healthcare professionals is essential.

Telehealth plays a crucial role in remote patient care.

Nursing roles are evolving to include advanced paramedic skills.

Patient assessment is critical in making treatment decisions.

Guidelines for prolonged field care can enhance patient outcomes.

Technology is improving healthcare delivery in remote areas.

Community engagement is essential for mental well-being in harsh environments.

New nurses should seek mentorship and focus on continuous learning.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Community Nursing in Nunavut

03:00 The Challenges of Medivac Nursing

05:54 Environmental Considerations in Patient Care

08:59 Collaboration and Communication in Remote Healthcare

12:12 Evolving Roles in Nursing and Paramedicine

14:58 Training and Education for Remote Healthcare

18:05 Patient Assessment and Decision Making

20:59 Utilising Guidelines for Prolonged Field Care

23:52 Technology and Innovations in Remote Medicine

27:09 Community Engagement and Fun in Nunavut

30:01 Advice for New Nurses in Austere Environments