Ep 73. When Nurses Break the Rules 🏛️ ⚖️

from Nursing Australia · host Matthew St Ledger, Leith Alexander, APNA, Mitch Wall, Niki Eastwood

Dive into the jaw-dropping saga of a once-trusted nurse who spiraled into controversy, leading to a shocking ban from practice. Discover the untold story in this must-hear episode of the Nursing Australia podcast. What happened? Find out now! 🔍🎧 This special edition of the Nursing Australia podcast unravels the compelling true story of a midwife's journey from trusted professional to controversial figure, banned from practice. Presented in 2 chapters, we first unpack the case study and it's central protagonist, and later delve into the regulatory process for Australian health professionals, with the help of Nurse & Lawyer Niki Eastwood.Chapter 1: The Case Study 👶👩‍⚕️ (00:00)Chapter 2: The Regulatory Process 🏛️ ⚖️ (43:56)Play along while you listen - The Tribunal findings (founded Allegations):TRIBUNAL FINDINGS: Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia v Gorner [2024] VCAT AHPRA NEWS: Privately practising midwife banned for 10 years Nine News: Melbourne midwife quits after surprise twin homebirth controversy Mamamia: After successfully delivering twins, midwife Martina was suspended. Now mums are fuming. Text Team Nursing Australia on +61406822926 Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

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