Dr Joan Myers OBE, Independent Consultant, coach, educator, Queen's Nurse
Laura is joined today by Dr Joan Myers, an independent consultant. Dr Joan Myers OBE is a multi- award winning nurse and received an OBE for her services to children and nursing in 2013. She is a Queen's Nurse and was awarded an honorary doctorate by Middlesex University. Dr Joan discusses her passion for helping people at a young age and her journey into nursing. Dr Joan speaks about her training and development throughout her career and gives advice for anyone facing challenges with their managers. She gives leadership advice for all nurses and students, and discussed the importance of role models and mentors. Dr Joan Myers' passion for career development and supportive learning environments shines through in the advice she gives. Trigger warning: discrimination, racism and ageism are discussed within this episode. This webpage gives support and advice: Support if you have experienced racism or discrimination | The King's Fund (kingsfund.org.uk)