A podcast by Australian healthcare workers about looking after ourselves and each other during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have a well-being challenge, question or just want to say Hiya! please write to us at: CCLHD-Wellbeing@health.nsw.gov.au
As an end of year send off, Nicky and Sue take a look back at the last 8 weeks for podcasts and have a talk about our fabulous guests. Joined on the mic by our producer Tom to weigh in, Hiya Season 2 is finished for the year. Thanks for listening!
12 Nov 2021
Season 2, Episode 7: Jo Andrew
Welcome back to Hiya You Alright. To take us out on the last episode of the season we are joined by Jo Andrew, Acting Operation Midwifery manager and Midwifery manager of clinics. Jo brings a wealth of experience having worked in the frontline of the covid response in the district.Nicky and Sue talk the coming of christmas, positive mindsets and take on your health and wellbeing challenges.
5 Nov 2021
Season 2, Episode 6: Mel Stephens
On the penultimate episode Nicky and Sue catch up over an experience with clubbercise, meditation and the ongoing wellbeing challenge.We are also joined by Mel Stepehens, Senior Social Worker at Ngiyang on the Central Coast. Mel is the 2021 Runner up for the Central Coast Aboriginal Allied Health award and has recently awarded a research grant.
1 Nov 2021
Season 2, Episode 5: Jason DiCandilo
This week we are joined by Senior Physiotherapist, wellbeing guru and yogi: Jason DiCandilo fom Gosford New South Wales. Jason takes us through his unique approaches to the challenges of working through the pandemic and his own experience and knowledge gained at home and abroad.
24 Oct 2021
Season 2, Episode 4: Laura Wellham
We are joined this week by Laura Wellham, Nurse Educator from Operating Theatres, set to embark on a new challenge as a Clinical Practice Improvement and Safety Coordinator, but not before a necessary detour into Covid Contact Tracing along the way. She brings us as interesting take on debriefing and wellness planning for healthworkers during the pandemic and gives our hosts some new challenges of their own.
16 Oct 2021
Season 2, Episode 3: John Scott
Welcome back to Season 2! Joining us this week is Dr. John Scott, an Emergency Physician working on the Central Coast of New South Wales.A naturally optimistic, outgoing and energetic person he was quite shocked to find himself burnt out and depressed at the end of his advanced training in Emergency Medicine. To overcome this unpleasant condition much research and soul searching has lead to John’s passion for mindfulness meditation, the field of positive psychology, the many benefits of...
11 Oct 2021
Season 2, Episode 2: Kelli Ward
Welcome back to Season 2 of Hiya You alright? This week we are joined on the podcast this by Kelli Ward, Senior Dietitian and Manager of Nutrition Services on the Central Coast. We learn about the anxiety some of us are feeling about restrictions easing, the role of chocolate cake in wellbeing and some tips for managing fatigue. This episode finishes with a bonus sing-along!You can write in to the show at: CCLHD-Wellbeing@health.nsw.gov.au
1 Oct 2021
Season 2, Episode 1: Niki Wardrope
Welcome back to Season 2 of Hiya You alright? We're excited to be back with new ideas we've learned over the last year and some new friends we've made along the way. Nicola and Sue reprise their roles as our hosts, and joined by a line up of fantastic new guests.Joining us this week is Niki Wardrope, a mental health clinician working in Adult Mental health and is also a qualified art therapist. We'll be talking ways to combat fatigue, exhaustion and burn out while at work and how we've k...
27 May 2020
Episode 6 - Hayley Forrest
In this episode we talk to Hayley Forrest. Hayley is a Registered Nurse in one of our Mental Health inpatient units and a woman of many other talents! Not only has she been able to create a Crossfit gym in her garage, she’s also managed to turn hand-sanitiser dispensers into pooping pigeons. How does this help her personal wellbeing and that of her team?? Listen in to find out, and to discover some other useful tricks and tips. This is the final episode of season 1 of Hiya, you alright? ...
12 May 2020
Episode 5 - Steph Jamieson
Ever wondered how throwing things at clowns could enhance your wellbeing? Tune in to hear Steph Jamieson, Senior Social Worker with Community Allied Health, explain this unique self-care strategy. In this episode we also chat about the importance of naming and normalising the emotions that this pandemic has evoked, and how self-compassion can not only enhance our ability to cope, but can in turn help us to care for others.
5 May 2020
Episode 4 - Paul Christie
Our Environmental Services staff are the unsung heroes of the front line as we navigate our way through the current pandemic. This week we talk with Paul Christie, an Environmental Services supervisor in our LHD. You'll be entranced by his warmth and compassion and his delightful Scottish lilt. Listen in to find out more about what Paul gets up to in his garage, and to learn that actually, everyone can sing.We're pleased to advise that we have managed to banish the audio gremlins from Episode...
28 Apr 2020
Episode 3 - Jenna Bolton
This week we talk with Jenna Bolton. Jenna is a Physiotherapist working in the Intensive Care Unit, a "Wellness Warrior" and a sleep icon. Tune in to discover what our Physios have been doing to keep connected while their usual work routines are disrupted. You'll also hear why work wives are important and learn about a potential new musical genre.
20 Apr 2020
Episode 2 - Jonathan Quero
In this episode we talk with Jonathan Quero, an RN who is currently working in the Covid Clinic. Listen in to hear how Jonathan has been able to find positives in amongst personal and professional challenges, and why Nicky thinks he could be the Dalai Lama of the Coast.
16 Apr 2020
Episode 1 - Dr John Scott
Welcome to Hiya, you alright? In this episode we introduce ourselves and the purpose of this podcast. We also discuss wellbeing strategies with Dr. John Scott, Emergency Physician.
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