Bridging that gap of information for Student Nursing Associates and Registered Nursing Associates, in a light comedy way!
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Q&A's with lectures, SNA's🩺, RNA's💊, NHS and NMC professionals and many more.
In this episode of Just a Sharp Scratch, Martyn is joined by Rebecca Sanderson for an honest conversation about her journey through healthcare and her experiences as a Nursing Associate.
Reflecting on how far she has come, Rebecca explores the challenges, experiences and personal growth that have shaped her professional journey.
We ask a powerful question: “If you could thank your former Nursing Associate self, what would you say?”
It's an opportunity to reflect on the person we were when we first started, recognise the obstacles we've overcome, and appreciate the experiences that have helped us grow.
Whether you're a Student Nursing Associate, a qualified Nursing Associate or considering your next step in healthcare, this episode is a reminder to recognise your progress and give yourself credit for how far you've come.
🎙️ Join Martyn and Rebecca for a conversation about reflection, resilience, career development and the journey that makes us who we are.
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
18 Sept 2026
Pioneering the Way: Lia Baldock's Nursing Associate Journey
In this episode of Just a Sharp Scratch, Martyn is joined by Lia Baldock, a Registered Nursing Associate working in community care.
Lia shares her inspiring journey into healthcare, including the personal motivations that led her to the profession and her experiences as a Nursing Associate in community care.
We explore the development of the Nursing Associate role, the importance of supporting students and developing the next generation of healthcare professionals, and Lia's perspective on the future of community healthcare.
An honest conversation about finding your place in healthcare, developing a role and helping to shape what comes next.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
4 Sept 2026
Beyond the Shift: David Parker's Healthcare Journey
In this episode of Just a Sharp Scratch, Martyn is joined by David Parker, a Nursing Associate with experience across paediatrics, A&E and colorectal surgery.
David shares his journey through healthcare, reflecting on the experiences that have shaped him professionally and personally. From working across different clinical environments to the moments that have stayed with him, this is an honest conversation about what it means to build a career in healthcare.
We explore career development, the realities of working in different areas of healthcare, the challenges we face, and the emotional moments that can stay with us long after a shift has finished.
David also reflects on the importance of learning from our experiences and continuing to develop throughout our careers.
A genuine conversation about healthcare, resilience, professional growth and the person behind the Nursing Associate role.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
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YouTube views
567
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Spotify
4.9 / 5
13 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100
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YouTube
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