The College Connection Podcast

29:06

The College Connection Podcast S6 E5: The Duty to Report

The College Connection Podcast ·

2026/09/01

🚨 ALL NEW 🚨The Duty to Report! A conversation about our responsibility to protect the public & uphold professional standards.When does a concern about another nurse become something you’re required to report?In this episode of College Connection Podcast, Michelle Carpenter and Wanda Squires sit down with Brenda Carroll, Director of Professional Conduct Review, to explore a nurse’s Duty to Report. They discuss what the Duty to Report means in practice, when a report to the College may be

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22:43

The College Connection Podcast S6 E4: Before You Do...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2026/08/25

Before You Do It: Understanding Your Scope of PracticeAm I educated? Am I authorized? Am I competent?When you’re faced with a nursing activity and find yourself wondering, “Is this within my scope?” the answer isn’t always a simple yes or no.In this episode of College Connection, the College’s Practice Consultants break down one of the most important—and sometimes misunderstood—concepts in nursing: scope of practice.Rather than relying on a list of tasks nurses can or cannot perform, we’ll introduce

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28:26

The College Connection Podcast S6 E3 When Concerns...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2026/08/25

What kinds of concerns are reported to the College, and what can nurses learn from them?In this episode of The College Connection Podcast, hosts Kelly Kean and Wanda Squires sit down with Brenda Carroll, Director of Professional Conduct Review, to discuss some of the more common allegations and complaints received by the NL College of Nurses.The conversation explores recurring areas of concern, what these complaints can tell us about professional expectations, and how nurses can use these lessons to

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18:10

The College Connection Podcast S6 E2

The College Connection Podcast ·

2026/08/11

How to Navigate the new NL College of Nurses WebsiteThe Newfoundland & Labrador College of Nurses has a brand-new website—and in this episode of The College Connection Podcast, we’re giving you a complete guided tour.Join hosts Kelly Kean, Michelle Carpenter, and Wanda Squires as they walk you through the website step by step, highlighting the features, tools, and resources designed to make it easier than ever for nurses and the public to find the information they need.In this episode, you’ll

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37:18

The New NL College of Nurses

The College Connection Podcast ·

2026/07/28

ALL NEW!Join hostsKelly Kean,Wanda Squires, andMichelle Carpenteras they sit down withLynn Power, CEO/Registrar, andWanda Wadman, Deputy Registrar, to discuss one of the most significant milestones in nursing regulation in Newfoundland and Labrador—the establishment of theNL College of Nurses.In this episode, you’ll learn how the former College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) and the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CLPNNL) came together to

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21:51

Merger Update & The Role of Governance in Regulation...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/07/16

⭐️ Season 5 Finale: Merger Update & The Role of Governance in RegulationThis special season finale of The College Connection Podcast brings together two influential voices in nursing regulation: Tonya Ryan, Chair of CRNNL Council, and Chris Janes, Chair of the CLPNNL Board. Join hosts Kelly Kean and Wanda Squires as they explore how governance shapes the profession—and what nurses can expect as the CRNNL and CLPNNL officially move toward one unified college.Hear exclusive updates on: • The

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24:35

Documentation: Your Best Defence as an RN

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/07/08

In this episode of The College Connection Podcast, we chat with Brenda Carroll, Director of Professional Conduct Review at the College of Registered Nurses, to discuss one of the most critical aspects of nursing practice: documentation.Brenda offers insights into why clear, timely, and accurate documentation is not just a professional obligation—but also a nurse’s strongest protection in the event of a complaint or investigation. From real-world examples to common documentation pitfalls, this

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38:27

The Retention of NL Nurses in NLHS

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/06/24

Honest, Open, and Transparent. In our latest episode, our hosts sit down with Collette Smith, Senior Director of Recruitment & Retention at NL Health Services, to discuss the pressing issue of nursing retention in Newfoundland and Labrador. In this timely conversation we dive deep into:• The frontline reality, how NLHS acknowledges heavy patient loads, frequent overtime, burnout, and moral distress are affecting nurses.• The shift from recruitment to retention: Rather than relying solely on

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36:35

The Recruitment of Nurses in NL

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/06/17

The College Connection Podcast sits down with Collette Smith, a Registered Nurse and the Senior Director of Recruitment, Retention, Education and Culture with NLHS. Collette answers our questions and explains what NLHS is doing to recruit RNs and address the workforce challenges that many nurses in NL experience. Don't miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:08

A New Code of Professional Conduct

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/05/27

In this special episode ofThe College Connection Podcast, we sit down with guest and cohost Kelly Kean to explore the newly releasedCode of Professional Conductfor Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners in Newfoundland and Labrador, which takes effect on June 1, 2025. Kelly shares the background behind this important regulatory document, offers key highlights from the new Code, and underscoreswhat it means for safe, competent, and ethical nursing practice.Tune in as we break down the six guiding

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14:52

The Profile of a Public Representative

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/05/13

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Glyn George, a dedicated public representative on the Council of the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL). With a background in engineering and a passion for public service, Dr. George brings a unique perspective to the regulatory landscape of nursing. Whether you’re a nurse or a member of the public, this conversation offers insight into the importance of public representation in professional regulation. If you or someone you know

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47:43

The Evolution of Virtual Nursing Practice Part 2

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/05/06

Part 2! Nursing in Newfoundland and Labrador is continuously evolving to meet the needs of the health care system and the people of our province, but one area in particular that has seen exponential growth is in virtual nursing. Our guests for this 2-part podcast are Charlene Brophy and Valda Duke of Fonemed, a NL healthcare services company that provides telehealth, nurse triage services, and much, much more! If you've ever been interested in virtual nursing practice you won't want to miss this

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35:44

The Evolution of Virtual Nursing Practice Part 1

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Nursing in Newfoundland and Labrador is continuously evolving to meet the needs of the healthcare system and the people of our province. One area in particular that has seen exponential growth is virtual nursing. Our guests for this two-part podcast are Charlene Brophy and Valda Duke of Fonemed, a Newfoundland healthcare services company that provides telehealth, nurse triage services, and much more. If you’ve ever been interested in virtual nursing practice, you won’t want to miss this extremely

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31:16

The College Connection Podcast Presents...A...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/04/22

In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Pat Parfrey. Don't miss this honest and open discussion with the CEO of NL Health Services on matters such as travel nurses, elements for an efficient and effective health care system, incivility amongst health care providers, the importance of health regulation. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20:27

The College Connection Podcast Presents: A...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/04/16

The College Connection Podcast Presents: A Conversation with Dr. Pat Parfrey, CEO of NL Health Services.In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, our hosts sit down with Dr. Pat Parfrey, CEO of NL Health Services, for a conversation which highlights a career spanning medicine, research, and public policy. We dive into how his journey led him to the helm of the province’s largest public organizations, NLHS. Dr. Parfrey brings a wealth of insight into the challenges and opportunities facing our

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18:14

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: The Merger of CRNNL & CLPNNL

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/04/07

SEASON 5 PREMIERE !! MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: In December of 2024, the Nursing Act was passed in the House of Assembly. This legislation paves the way for The College of Registered Nurses and the College of Licensed Practical Nurses to merge into one entity. The NL College of Nurses, will soon become the largest health care regulator in the province. Our guests for the Season 5 are Lynn Power, Executive Director of the College of Registered Nurses and Wanda Wadman, the CEO and Registrar of the College

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48:17

The College Connection Podcast S4 E6: Renewing your...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/01/21

This special episode of the podcast is all about renewal! Get first hand answers and commentary related to renewing your license in Alinity. Podcast host and nursing consultant Kelly Kean chats with Brad Walsh and Julie Wells as they navigate the Alinity platform and cover a wide-range of topics and FAQs that all RNs and NPs will need to know. Audiences who listen to audio only are encouraged to visit the College YouTube channel for step-by-step video instructions. Hosted on Acast. See

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50:49

What is Regulation ?

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/01/14

The College of Registered Nurses (as with most regulatory bodies) can sometimes get confused with an association, advocacy group, or even a union, but the College (regulator) has a role that is vitally important to professionals and the public! In this episode, we speak with Ms. Melanie Venables with the Professional Standards Authority in the United Kingdom to discuss: What is Regulation? For more info on the Professional Standards Authority visit https://www.professionalstandards.org.uk/about-us

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47:40

The College Connection Podcast S4 E4: Ask Practice...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2025/01/07

PART III (finale): You Ask, We Answer! The College Connection Podcast Presents: ASK PRACTICE! All New! Ask Practice is series of three episodes which features our College practice consultants, Kelly Kean and Michelle Carpenter answering various questions submitted from RNs and NPs. In Part I, II, and III you’ll get to hear a wide variety of questions on a multitude of different topics that have been submitted to communications@crnnl.caFind out what NPs and RNs want to know and the answers to

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44:09

The College Connection Podcast S4 E3: Ask Practice...

The College Connection Podcast ·

2024/12/17

PART II: You Ask, We Answer! The College Connection Podcast Presents: ASK PRACTICE! All New! Ask Practice is series of three episodes which features our College practice consultants, Kelly Kean and Michelle Carpenter answering various questions submitted from RNs and NPs. In Part I, II, and III you’ll get to hear a wide variety of questions on a multitude of different topics that have been submitted to communications@crnnl.caFind out what NPs and RNs want to know and the answers to questions which

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