How good intentions can lead to boundary breaches, the link to burnout, and practical ways to protect both yourself and patients.
This episode of the Nurses and Midwives Health Program Victoria podcast dives into professional boundaries in nursing and midwifery, a complex and often misunderstood aspect of clinical practice. Hosted by Celeste Pinney, the episode features expert insights from Wendy McIntosh, an experienced nurse and educator with decades of clinical, teaching, and supervisory experience.
The discussion explores boundary transgressions in healthcare, including how they can develop from good intentions, personal history, or workplace culture. It examines the impact on both clinicians and patients, highlighting risks such as burnout, ethical challenges, and professional misconduct.
Listeners will gain practical insight into maintaining professional boundaries, with a focus on self-awareness, trauma-informed care, and communication skills. This episode emphasizes that clear, therapeutic boundaries are essential for safe patient care, clinician wellbeing, and sustainable nursing and midwifery practice.
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