Inspire: Mr Stephen Shelly on pursuing a career as an advanced nurse practitioner (part 1)

In this episode we speak to Mr Stephen Shelly, Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Respiratory Medicine in St James’ University hospital. Stephen completed his nursing, CNS and ANP training in SJH with a special interest in airways disease. In the ANP role he has introduced new pathways for direct GP referrals to his clinic and enhanced the early discharge programme for patients attending the emergency department with COPD. We discuss his career to date, the process for pursuing a career as an ANP, challenges along the way and tips for others with an interest in becoming an ANP. Chapters 00:45 Intro to Mr Stephen Shelly 02:05 Why he pursued a career in Respiratory medicine 04:30 Stephen’ early nursing career 05:40 Working as a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) 06:10 Overview of ANP training process 07:40 ANP Dragon’s Den 09:10 Different pathways to becoming an ANP 11:50 Future of ANPs in Ireland 14:00 Tips in advance of applying for an ANP role 19:30 Transition from CNS to ANP 22:10 Liaising with NCHDs/ junior doctors 24:30 Biggest challenges to date 28:30 Top tips for people starting out their nursing career 29:35 Wrap up Show notes ANP registration Ireland https://www.nmbi.ie/Registration/Add-New-Division/Advanced-Practitioners/Registering-as-ANP-AMP CNS training Ireland https://healthservice.hse.ie/about-us/onmsd/advanced-and-specialist-practice/specialist-practice.html Post graduate nursing courses Ireland https://www.nmbi.ie/Education/post-registration-courses